Il Toscanaccio In Firenze

We went for the happy hour spritz. Service is great. We liked Hugo spritz the best. Not much vegetarian items but we ordered the cheese platter, came with 8 cheese slices and some lettuce - decent for a starter. They also brought us bread. Great atmosphere.

Decent food and service. When we asked about the service charge of 7.5 (25% of our bill) we were told it was from the owner for the plates and napkins. If you have a service/sitting fee, put it on the menu so people know in advance. This was the only one of the 5 restaurants we patronized that charged a sitting fee.

I absolutely don't understand why this place only has 3 stars! Very friendly staff. Fantastic Aperol! Fantastic steak! Great location, quiet but with a view. I've saved it and will be back next time!

Ah, Il Toscanaccio. A restaurant whose name promises rustic Tuscan soul and slow-cooked delights—but whose service moves with the urgency of a daydreaming gondolier adrift in a sea of indifference. To be fair, it’s nicely located—tucked on a quiet street just steps from the Museo Nazionale del Bargello and the Fondazione Franco Zeffirelli Onlus. A perfect spot to stumble upon after an afternoon with Renaissance masters or cinematic legends. The kind of street that whispers, Just one glass of wine won’t hurt… The interior is cozy, lit with a warm Tuscan glow that flatters both your date and your delusions of being a local. Tables are spaced for romance or quiet brooding, and the chairs are mercifully comfortable. The wine glasses are a standard, sensible size—though you may find yourself wishing they were larger, if only to pass the time. Now, the service—which appears to follow its own celestial rhythm, orbiting somewhere just outside of time. We were seated quickly, then promptly left alone, as though the act of sitting down was the conclusion of the meal rather than the beginning. Our waiter had the tranquil energy of someone slowly composing poetry in his head. Menus drifted to the table like ancient scrolls. Water arrived in a dramatic third act twist. When we finally ordered, it felt like we were interrupting something profound. The food came eventually, though not always as requested, and with the kind of delivery that suggested either quiet defiance or an experimental approach to hospitality. Either way, we were too polite—or too hungry—to challenge the narrative. Meanwhile, nearby diners formed quiet support groups. One man began building a timeline of historical events that had occurred since his last course. Another asked Siri how long a person could survive without pasta. To the restaurant’s credit, the food was solid—well-prepared, flavorful, and delivered with enough time between courses to complete a short novel. Final rating: 5 stars for location: close to art, cinema, and philosophical introspection. 1 star for service: a slow-motion theater piece where you play a hungry extra. 3 stars overall: a lovely spot if you have time to spare and expectations to manage. Would I return? Possibly—but next time, I’m setting a timer… and bringing a snack from the Bargello gift shop.

I recently visited this trattoria near Piazza della Signoria and was really impressed. The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming from the first moment: smiling, helpful and ready to recommend the dishes of the day. The food was delicious, with authentic flavors and generous portions. I particularly enjoyed the ribollita and the Florentine steak, both cooked to perfection. The atmosphere was warm and familiar, perfect for enjoying a dinner in the heart of Florence. Highly recommended!

The waiters are not unpleasant, but the place and the menu are real tourist traps.

Great service but my lasagne was mushy and not fresh! I could just picture Gordon Ramsey chucking my dish on the floor and screaming! If you’re used to decent food and wine then this place is not for you. But I will say the service was good so hence the 3 stars!

Excellent place to spend a quiet evening. The external stalls are very suggestive. Welcoming, kind and prepared staff. I recommend the gnocchi with gorgonzola, the tagliatelle with Tuscan ragù and for the second course the sliced ​​rocket and parmesan. Excellent quality-price ratio

Prijs kwaliteit zeer goed was lekker en correcte porties wat bij velen een probleem is Ook personeel is vriendelijk en attent

Pasé por una botella de vino y una pizza. El servicio era irregular. Capaz de sentarse al sol. La pizza estaba muy buena. El vino era perfecto.