The best restaurants Toscane

For lovers of fish and seafood specialities, on the other side of Ponte Vecchio. You will find all types of carpaccios, salads, gratins, fries, rice or homemade pasta in seafood recipes, ultra fresh products for simple and tasty dishes. Great choice guaranteed as a bonus. The Ricchi restaurant also offers a café/pastry/snack section, of its own production, and, in season, a terrace on the lively piazza Santo Spirito. A good address, not very expensive for the area, where it is better to book.

One of the preferred addresses of the. Typical traditional and traditional Tuscan cuisine, accompanied by a wonderful wine list. Very good atmosphere on Friday evening and Saturday.

A small trattoria in the heart of the San Lorenzo district, next to the Medici chapels, appreciated by the locals. A charming address, managed with passion by Tommaso and Francesco, both from a family of Florentine restaurateurs. The premises are meticulously decorated and the "country-provençal" decoration is a pleasant change from the traditional trattoria. The welcoming terrace, open all year round, is perfect to enjoy the atmosphere of the neighbourhood and enjoy an authentic (and copious!) homemade Florentine cuisine.

A bar-restaurant open only in season, located on the small beach of Madonna delle Grazie, ideal for a simple lunch in the shade on the terrace, facing the waves. Its rustic decoration and succinct menu do not prevent this address from being an institution! The strong personality of the owner, Tosca Sardi, has something to do with it. The seafood cuisine, local, simple and tasty too. The place seems to have survived the tourist wave, and we like that! As well as the beautiful sunsets from the terrace...

As the years go by, Montebuoni remains THE sure bet in the Florence area. Former chef in France, Emilio renews his menu to present the best of Tuscany. Concerned about the quality of the products, he himself buys them and designs all the plates. The house is untreatable on freshness. A dish of pappardelle, Tuscan pasta, to start with. Then ask for snails, tuna or the excellent nirvetti (knee nerve) lying on toast. Moreover, on the markets of Florence, Emilio's recipe is sold.

A reference point for this village, its services are multiple and are not limited to catering. You can have breakfast, enjoy a delicious pastry or stop for a good meal (wild boar and polenta, ribollita or parpardelle...). La Bottega is also a small food shop where you can find everything from delicatessen to cheese, artisanal products and a fine collection of wines. At any time of the day, the bar is open, which allows you to enjoy its pretty terrace, very pleasant in the summer!

A favourite for this typical restaurant that cannot be ignored. Daria, the boss is a wine specialist who ended up creating her own case to showcase her wines. The map lists regional specialities with particularly well chosen products. There is no need to specify that the wine is up to the task. A tip: book a place on the terrace (magnificent view of the Val d'Orcia) and specify when you book that you want a discovery menu with the wines. This formula has been tested several times with the same satisfaction each time.

A beautiful find near San Donato in Poggio, on the heights of a hill with a typical view of Chianti. In the heart of a hamlet that stands like a micro-centre of life and that time does not seem to have disrupted, this table promises a journey back in time, surrounded by a preserved countryside. Its terrace calls you. You won't regret it, even if the price is a little higher than usual. The reason? The originality, the precise cuisine, the seasonality, and the raw materials of great freshness, for a friendly moment and very pretty dishes.

More than a restaurant, this vineria is a real museum. First because it is possible to find every possible regional product imaginable, and second because the owner of the place, Romolo, displays his memories of his travels around the world. In a rustic atmosphere - the smell of the fireplace helping - you should try the Maremma soup, the charcoal meats and the various salamis. The house even offers homemade beer. As for wine, the local speciality, Morelino di Scansano, is a must. An excellent address.

Are you more of a Carne Diem today? So hurry, go to Panzano, to Dario Cecchini's, the most famous butcher in the world! It's quite an experience. Here, the large tables line up on the terrace, the atmosphere is particularly friendly. And we are fans of the "Mac Dario" formula: a copious 250-gram piece of beef, cooked with blood (very red!), served with caramelized onions, potatoes, tomatoes and salad. Simply delicious. Last advice, you can freely bring your own wine!

If Venice has its canals, Florence has its guts!In the piazza dei Nerli, in the continuity of the Amerigo Vespucci bridge, you will be able to experience real "street food" Florentine style! Yes, the sbucciato is undoubtedly THE traditional Florentine sandwich, made of tripe(lampredotto)with a choice of salsa verde or picante. Run by two well-known figures in the San Frediano district, this little stand is a must-try for those who love authenticity!

Not to be missed near the cathedral! A small charming restaurant that has quickly attracted both Florentine and tourist customers. The room is decorated with care and delicacy. Just look at the entrance to understand that the owners pay the same attention to detail as their customers, and the vaulted rooms lit by large French windows add a more harmonious touch. A quality menu, good Tuscan cuisine based on fresh food, a real delight. Another highlight: their pizza, an exceptional dough!