Gilò Pianobar In Firenze

26/08/2025: 3 stars, down to 2 for value, back to 3 for the view. Welcome: I think that in a place where drinks are around €17, while you wait downstairs to go up, they should find a way to offer a welcome water, especially given the summer heat. Service: Friendly but inexperienced staff, pushing hard to clear tables. As soon as we were seated, within 2 minutes, they asked us to order. With each drink taken away, they asked if we wanted another (I'll order, don't keep offering). Then, in their haste, they bring you the carving knife, leaving the serving knife behind without taking it away. Overall, the eye and training of an experienced maître d' is lacking. Food: The first courses were good (garlic, oil, chili, shrimp, and pasta with tomato sauce), the second courses were terrible. The fillet was cooked in a sea of ​​oil, unevenly cooked, and much longer than requested. The fries were soggy and served with an unannounced beetroot ketchup, lacking both the saltiness and acidity that would have been excellent for pancakes. The fish mince was extremely salty. To finish, a lemon tiramisu. The cream was excellent, eaten alone, but the ladyfingers that accompanied it were incredibly dry, making it difficult to chew and ruining the flavor. Bill for 2 starters, 2 main courses, 3 spritzes, 3 waters, 2 coffees, and 1 tiramisu: €230, which would have been reasonable if the quality were better and the service more attentive (otherwise, the staff was friendly). In summary? Have an aperitif and enjoy the view, then go elsewhere for dinner.

25/08/2025: Incredible - the DJ was a standout. 10 stars