Beppa Fioraia

Florence is FULL of amazing restaurants, but you need to know where to go. As someone who lives in Florence, it's my job to make sure you eat well during your travels, so save this guide to make sure you eat like a local, instead of ending up at a tourist trap during your time in Florence. Featuring: 64 restaurants, pizzerie, gelateria shops, pastry shops/bakeries and wine bars and always updating!

While so many of my favorite, delicious local restaurants tend to be family run trattorias or typical hole-in-the-wall joints, sometimes you do want a nice atmosphere to celebrate an occasion or feel like you're truly relaxing on vacation. Here's a list of some more upscale dining experiences for food or drinks.

Home to arguably the best food and wine on earth. We loved Florence and the beautiful Tuscan vineyards and can't wait to return one day. You'll find our favorite restaurants, activities, and a few day trips included in this guide. Here are some travel tips: 1. The trains STOP at around 7PM; so make sure you plan your dinner reservations accordingly. The app you want is called "Trenitalia" - I've included a link to the app under "Day Trips" below. 2. Take all of your normal public safety precautions; pickpocketing and side scams are common. 3. If the gelato is mounded so high it's reaching towards the heavens, it's not for you. 4. If there are waiters outside waving you in with bold English menus, say "no, grazi". 5. Always ask if the establishment accepts credit cards before you order. 6. Prepare to tip your tour guides well, especially if your tour was "Free". 7. Do not pass up on a wine window!! This city's beautiful and unique, hidden gems.