DINE

Antico Ristoro di' Cambi Via Sant'Onofrio, 1r

Tel 055 217134 anticoristorodicambi it

If you love Fiorentina steak, Cambi is one of the best in the city It is soft and barbecued and four fingers high in today's fashion and served on wooden chopping boards The décor gives an old-world atmosphere to a very Florentine meal

Buca Mario

Piazza degli Ottaviani, 16r

Tel 055 214179 bucamario com

Open since 1886, Buca Mario is another Florentine Institution where the Bistecca Fiorentina is cooked on lava stone and the menu is filled with specialties of the region Set in a 16th century palazzo, below street-level in the cantina, the white linen tablecloths and traditional waiters set the intimate space Here the steak is "cooked only rare", so not your place if you prefer your meat more well-done The wine selection is good, with a thoughtful selection of interesting wines Celebrities such as Anthony Hopkins, Andrea Bocelli and Justin Bieber have frequented here

Camillo Ristorante

Address: Borgo S Jacopo, 57/r

Email: cammillo@momax it

Tel 055 212427

Run by the same family since 1945, Camilo is one of Florence’s most iconic classic restaurants, frequented by both locals and tourists and serving dishes deeply rooted in the city’s history as well as recipes from the family. Located in the Oltrano area of Florence with its artisan neighbourhoods, this is an old-school restaurant serving high quality cuisine

Cestello Ristoclub

Piazza di Cestello

Tel 055 264 5364 cestelloristoclub com

Cestello Ristoclub is a tribute to the Mediterranean gastronomic table and some of the best fish you can find in Florence Entering the restaurant, you will find a buzzy lounge area that is open until late at night Cestello has a real fish market where guests can choose the fish to take home and prepare or to entrust to the expert hands of the chefs, who transform it into refined dishes It offers a fabulous list of European wines The urban-chic decor oozes style

Cibrèo Various Locations cibreo com

This famous family run restaurant has been open since 1979 near the Sant’Ambrosio markets Its all-day caffe opened in 1989. Its latest installation is in the Helvetia Bristol Hotel in a stunningly chic space What all three have in common is the seasonal menus that are carefully created, offering some of the best food and creative gastronomic experiences in Florence Cibrèo is an institution in its own right

Frescobaldi Ristorante

Piazza della Signoria, 31 Tel 055 284724 www frescobaldifirenze it

Opened a few years ago in the new location in the famous Piazza Signoria, this restaurant by Frescobaldi is a sophisticated space representing one of Italy’s most prestigious wineries

The Frescobaldi family have been making wine in Tuscany for over 700 years and 30 generations Chef Roberto Reatini offers traditional Tuscan dishes with a contemporary twist Along with the stunningly sophisticated décor of the main dining room, there is private dining room on the second floor, a cocktail bar, and outdoor seating with view of Palazzo

Vecchio

Trattoria Gargani

Via del Moro, 48-red, 50123 Firenze

Tel 055 239 8898 casatrattoria com/trattoria-garga/

Known as the trattoria of the artists and intellectuals, Gargani always draws an artsy crowd of fashionistas, celebrities, locals and tourists The trattoria is characterized by its decorated walls and informal, fun atmosphere It is always a fantastic meal in a lively, dynamic restaurant where the staff are fun, the food is incredible and the atmosphere outstanding

La Giostra

Borgo Pinti 10/12/18r

Tel 055 241341 ristorantelagiostra com

Established twenty years ago by Prince Dimitri Habsburg-Lorraine and his son Soldano, La Giostra is a cosy restaurant hidden from view with the Florentine famous prince Dimitri now at its helm One of the most famous restaurants in the city, it is a favourite with worldfamous celebrities such as Sting, Brad Pitt and Johnny Depp, photos of whom line its walls

Traditional Tuscan and Lorraine cuisine The “VIP” table is the big, King Arthur’s-style one at the end of the dining room This is slow dining where you are encouraged to stay as long as you would like

La Menagere

Via dei Ginori 8/r

San Lorenzo Area

Tel. 055 075 0600 lamenagere it/en/

This fairly new arrival to Florence has interiors that are so scrumptious you want to eat them too It is usually abuzz with all-day dining, an elegant bar, and offers a late night bar downstairs with live entertainment or DJ sets It is a restaurant, a flower store, a gift store, a bistro, a place for tea, a drink or breakfast

Marina Di Santospirito

Via Maffia, 1/C

Tel 338 284 4182 marinadisantospirito it

In Oltrarno, where once there was a carpenter's shop, today we find Marina di Santo Spirito, a lovely family-run restaurant In a timeless atmosphere where the floor is still made of stone, the walls seem to be peeling, the tables are used and made from recycled material, the chef Marina offers his personal culinary versions, which vary depending on the catch of the day Live music sometimes

Regina Bistecca

Via Ricasoli, 14r

Tel 055 2693772 reginabistecca com/en/

Beautiful ambience The idea of opening a restaurant in a former antiquarian bookshop has produced one of the most fascinating restaurants in the centre of Florence in recent years It is on two floors, with a mezzanine, a gallery with books and works of art Simone Arnetoli is in the kitchen with his experience in the world of catering Accompanied at the table on beautiful cutting boards and with knives from Scarperia

Il Santo Bevitore

Via Santo Spirito, 64r, 50125 Tel 055 211264 ilsantobevitore com

In the heart of the Oltrarno area, Santo Bevitore is an excellent restaurant born from the passion of three young Florentines, whose menu changes with each season It stands out for its creative, curated but informal cuisine and excellent value for money and has an extensive and thoughtful wine list on offer Its setting is classic contemporary but intimate with candles at every table There is always a lively feel, and its past famous guests include Jessica Alba and Monica Bellucci For an aperitivo stop by Santino, a small wine shop right next to the restaurant

Trattoria Sostanza

Via della Porcellana 25 r, 50123 Florence, Tel 055 21269 Reservations recommended Tucked along a quiet street in Florence serving quite possibly the best butter chicken dish in Florence This is one of those iconic restaurants that happens to be a local’s favourite in Florence since 1869 Sostanza is a cosy spot, but one that, from the outside, might not necessarily lure you in Full of locals Hand-written menus Your typical no-fuss trattoria with white-washed walls

Tre Panche

Vicolo Marzio, 1, 50122 Firenze Tel 055 583724 osteriadelletrepanche com/en/ Just a stone’s throw from Ponte Vecchio, the restaurant is elegant but at the same time informal and offers suggestive views over the rooftops, a breath-taking view of the Ponte Vecchio and another of Palazzo Vecchio At the Osteria delle Tre Panche, the truffle is the undisputed king of the menu – the Italian delicious and rare ingredient with an intense aroma They offer it in Italian “black” and “white” qualities, according to seasonal availability as a condiment on first courses