Trattoria Mario

"One of Florence's most traditional and historical restaurants, in continuous business since 1953, serving traditional Tuscan dishes, carefully prepared with great passion in the small kitchen: bean and vegetable soup, Florentine-style tripe, bread and tomato stew, roast pork loin, beef stew, stewed cod, and more. The menu changes every day, but you will always find Florentine-style steak, their fantastic beef ragù and ribollita, a thick, hearty, vegetable soup. Trattoria Mario is a foodie's meeting point which, thanks to the passion handed down by Mario and Elena to their children Romeo, Fabio, and the rest of the family (third and fourth generation), brings to life the sociality and flavors of the Florence of the past like few other spots can (especially the tourist trap next door!). Important: especially if you're planning on going over the weekend, call to book a table at least a couple of weeks in advance."

"For an authentic, no-frills Tuscan meal, head to Trattoria Mario, a beloved spot among locals and visitors alike. This family-run eatery has been serving traditional Florentine dishes since 1953. Try the ribollita, a hearty Tuscan soup made with bread, beans, and vegetables, or go for the iconic bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine steak). The portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable, but note that they only serve lunch and often have a wait—well worth it for a taste of true Tuscan home cooking."

"Old school trattoria near the Mercato. Closed on Sunday and closed at dinner. ( they now need reservations which you can make the morning you want to go by calling.) They are also open a couple of nights a week now."