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With a juicy, rare center and blackened grill marks on the exterior, <\/span>bistecca<\/span><\/i> is a mouth-watering must try. Finding the best steak spots in Florence can feel overwhelming, so here\u2019s our list of eight tested and highly recommended restaurants. Hope you\u2019re hungry!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Bistecca alla fiorentina <\/span><\/i><\/a>is a T-bone style steak cut from the loin just below the rib cage and above the rump. Traditionally the steak comes from Chianina, a breed of Tuscan cattle known for their massive size and all-white coloring.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The best steaks are barely seasoned, with just a sprinkling of salt right before serving. If you don\u2019t like your steak rare, you might be better off ordering something else. A friend of ours once asked for her <\/span>bistecca<\/span><\/i> to be cooked medium, and the waiter simply said no.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You\u2019ll order <\/span>bistecca<\/span><\/i> by weight, and many restaurants have a 1-kilogram (2.2 pounds) minimum. Now that\u2019s a lot of steak, so we recommend you grab a friend (or three!) to share the meal.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Insider\u2019s Tip:<\/span><\/b> Don\u2019t be surprised if the waiter presents the raw steak tableside before they cook it! A good restaurant will be very proud of their meats so they like to show them off.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Taking its name from the main character of the Assassin\u2019s Creed video games, Auditore <\/span>(Piazza del Grano 13R)<\/span><\/i> serves traditional Tuscan dishes just a few steps behind the Uffizi Gallery.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n With plenty of seating inside and out, Auditore is the perfect place to cool your heels after a busy day in the historical city center. Take your pick of the many pasta dishes and sides to accompany your <\/span>bistecca<\/span><\/i>, and don\u2019t forget dessert!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n With its many funky rooms, cupboards full of curiosities, and a huge menu selection, <\/span>Trattoria ZaZa<\/span><\/a> is an experience from the moment you step in the door.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The outdoor seating overlooks the square at the Mercato Centrale, which has supplied Trattoria ZaZa with the freshest local ingredients for over 40 years.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Enjoy the famous Florentine steak with side dishes like rosemary potatoes or traditional white Tuscan beans.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Trattoria Dall\u2019Oste<\/span><\/a> means business. In addition to traditional Chianina, Trattoria Dall\u2019Oste offers a dozen different certified meats from around the world.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n There are three locations of this incredible restaurant<\/a> around Florence so your visit shouldn\u2019t be too far out of the way. Spice up your meal with one of Dall\u2019Oste\u2019s unique filet preparations like truffle, green peppercorn, or balsamic vinegar sauce.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Just a five minute walk from the Duomo and tucked away in an alley is the family-owned Antico Noe <\/span>(Volta di San Piero 6\/8\/R)<\/span><\/i>. Don\u2019t be surprised if yours is the only table speaking anything other than Italian as this place is usually full of locals!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Antico Noe has a rotating seasonal menu and a friendly service staff. Before your <\/span>bistecca<\/span><\/i> main course, enjoy an appetizer of Tuscan cheeses and cured meats or a plate of excellently prepared pasta<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n With a hip vibe and heaping platters of grilled meat and vegetables atop rustic wooden tables, <\/span>I\u2019Tuscani<\/span><\/a> is the place to be for a great meal.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n I\u2019Tuscani has two locations and offers <\/span>bistecca<\/span><\/i> combo meals. Choose your normal or super appetizer sampler, and enjoy perfectly grilled <\/span>bistecca<\/span><\/i> with fried potatoes and house red wine.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re staying on the other side of the Arno river or don\u2019t mind a walk, I Brindellone <\/span>(Piazza Piattellina 10)<\/span><\/i> is an excellent choice for <\/span>bistecca alla fiorentina.<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n I Brindellone is a favorite of local families for its large portions and friendly atmosphere. Along with <\/span>bistecca<\/span><\/i>, I Brindellone serves up other Florentine dishes<\/a> like the traditional bread soup <\/span>ribollita<\/span><\/i>, pasta with rabbit ragu, and tripe.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The historical <\/span>Ristorante Cambi<\/span><\/a> is Tuscan through and through. Proudly displaying their selection of cold cuts and Florentine steaks, Ristorante Cambi also boasts a cellar with a hundred different Tuscan wines<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Located in the Porta San Frediano area, Cambi is a 10\u201315 minute walk from the Santa Maria Novella train station. A favorite of locals and tourists alike, Ristorante Cambi is worth a visit.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWhat is Bistecca, Anyway?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Where to Eat the Best Steak in Florence<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
1. Auditore Ristorante Braceria<\/span><\/h3>\n
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2. Trattoria ZaZa<\/span><\/h3>\n
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3. Trattoria Dall\u2019Oste<\/span><\/h3>\n
4. Antico Noe<\/span><\/h3>\n
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5. I\u2019Tuscani<\/span><\/h3>\n
6. I Brindellone<\/span><\/h3>\n
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7. Ristorante Cambi<\/span><\/h3>\n
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8. L\u2019Osteria di Giovanni<\/span><\/h3>\n