The Billy Goats Gruff were onto something when they crossed the bridge to eat the sweet grass on the other side of the river. Thankfully, there aren’t any bothersome trolls when you cross the Arno river in Florence to enjoy the sweet Oltrarno restaurants! The Oltrarno neighborhood is a vibrant spot packed with museums, historical […]
Author: Verity Pryor-Harden
10 Best Restaurants in Florence: Rustic Trattorias to Modern Spots
Where do we even begin to list the best restaurants in Florence? The best restaurant really depends on what you’re in the mood to eat. Whether you’re craving a heap of homemade pasta or have a hunger only a pizza could fix, one of Florence’s over 2,000 restaurants will serve whatever you desire. This is […]
8 Cheap Eats in Florence For Every Budget
Eating well in Florence doesn’t always mean emptying your wallet! There are plenty of excellent cheap eats in Florence enjoyable for every kind of traveler. Hundreds of street food vendors offer budget friendly grab-and-go options, but these eight restaurants in particular are so delicious and representative of Florence food culture that they are worth a […]
Street Food in Florence: Our 7 Favorite Grab-and-Go Eateries
With so much to see and do in Florence, there’s not always enough time in the day to sit down for every meal. Thankfully, a vibrant culture of street food in Florence won’t leave you hungry! Whether grabbing a quick gelato to cool off or hunting down a more satisfying panino, Florence has an abundance […]
Best Gelato in Florence: 10 Local Picks (+ Gelato Dos & Don’ts)
Let’s face it—when you visit Florence during the spring and summer months it’s going to get hot. The powerful Mediterranean sun is no joke. Thankfully it’s easy (and delicious) to cool off the Italian way with a cold, sweet, flavorful gelato. Gelato isn’t hard to find in Florence, but how do you know you’re getting […]
Best Steak in Florence: 8 Essential Bistecca Spots
If you think you’ve had excellent steak dinners in your life, just wait until you experience bistecca alla fiorentina—the best steak in Florence. With a juicy, rare center and blackened grill marks on the exterior, bistecca is a mouth-watering must try. Finding the best steak spots in Florence can feel overwhelming, so here’s our list […]
