La Bottega del Buon Caffè In Firenze

I NEVER leave reviews, but Saporium Firenze may be one of the top twenty restaurants in the world right now. As someone who has eaten at hundreds of Michelin starred restaurants, and as a former restaurant owner myself, believe me when I say the tastings menus are Michelin 3 star. The vegetarian tasting is stunning (they do not force the entire table to have the same tasting menu, bravo). The menus balance savory with unique sources of acidity and sourness (fermentations, etc…) to create perfect harmony, sadly lacking at many places. The food is neither too heavy nor too ethereal. Both tasting menus we had were mistake free. Front of the house is perfect, charming, warm, and thoughtful. Wine list is massive and has a few hidden gems at reasonable prices (heavy on the Italian selection as you would guess but hey, drink local). If you are looking for modern creative italian fine dining with a soul still intact then just go. Seriously. Just go. You don’t need to know more.

An outstanding meal and an unforgettable experience. A heartfelt thank you to Riccardo for going above and beyond to make us feel exceptionally welcome.

The restaurant is by the river, the blue atmosphere has a feeling of entering a forest, the food is creative and tasty, well deserved one Michelin star and Condé Nast Traveller list, I will be back here and the overall service was excellent. It's worth mentioning though that the sommelier was very unfriendly, not pronouncing the word correctly when I tried to enquire what Franciacorta I could recommend, after all the word isn't in English either, and then he acts like he's educating unseasoned rednecks to tell you that proseco isn't champagne! Of course, being a food and wine lover knows the difference between them, and being in rather than France, I enquired at the back of the order if this Franciacorta was dry? He indifferently said that all Franciacorta are dry, and when nearing the end of the dessert, quickly collected the glasses and had no dessert wine pairing suggestions, very unprofessional and impolite.

Had a bit of a harrowing journey into Firenze last week. I emailed Riccardo to see not only if they had a table for a solo diner that night but if they could accommodate me as a vegetarian (no eggs either). With just a couple of hours notice the team created an incredible menu and experience that went above and beyond. I felt like they truly cared about giving me an incredible service experience and meal. Dishes were unique and fresh but also extremely tasty.

Absolutely phenomenal! Dining at Saporium under the culinary genius of Chef Ariel on the debut of the new summer menu was an unforgettable experience. Every dish showcased his extraordinary talent and impeccable attention to detail. The eel, in particular, was a masterpiece—perfectly tender with a delightfully crispy exterior, a testament to Chef Ariel's skill and precision. The vegetables were a vibrant celebration of the season, each bite bursting with freshness and flavor. It's clear that every component of the menu was meticulously thought out and executed to perfection. Chef Ariel's creative flair and dedication to excellence were evident in every dish, making it a truly remarkable meal. The entire experience was a symphony of flavors and textures, seamlessly woven together to create a dining journey that was both exciting and deeply satisfying. I am eagerly anticipating the day Saporium receives its well-deserved second star. Bravo, Chef Ariel!

In honor of my 60th birthday, my son is treating me to dinner at Saporium. Truly the best gift ever! We received a very pleasant welcome in a beautiful ambiance. We are culinary pampered and enjoy ourselves immensely. Our taste buds are really spoiled. We enjoyed the vegetarian menu, everything neatly and perfectly prepared down to the last detail! Beautiful creations and a birthday cake! The contact with the chef, host and service is warm and cordial. We experienced it as a top-level culinary adventure! Cheers to Saporium! Worth more than one star for us!

Incredible dining experience. Food and wine were world class and the service easily matched it. Spectacular!

Wow! We had a spectacular evening here. The food was creative and delicious. The attention to detail was exceptional. The staff was welcoming and extremely professional without being stuffy. General manager (Riccardo Femia) and his colleague Blanca took fantastic care of us. Sommelier JeanPierre Reeding guided us through a remarkable pairing experience featuring eclectic wines from small family owned wineries. I own a winery (Flanagan Wines) in Sonoma County and I have the opportunity to dine at some of the greatest restaurants in the world. This was one of the best dining experiences of my life!

Truly one of the best meals of my life — if not the best. The pigeon agnolotto with caviar and cream is a dish I’ll be dreaming about until I can come back one day. The atmosphere is so beautiful and the pace of the meal was perfect. The chef’s tasting menu was like if an enchanted forest made you a meal — everything didn’t just feel nature-inspired but intertwined with it. Thank you to the entire team for creating such an experience!

One of the most special dining experiences my wife and I have ever had! We did the Chef Tasting Menu as were not disappointed!!!! Thanks for altering a couple items due to her seafood allergy! Chef is amazing! Food is amazing! Wine pairings were amazing! Highly recommend!!!!!