La Ghiotta In Firenze

Excellent meal at La Ghiotta, antipasti and picci alla carbonara. Recommended by a local, with superb service and a friendly staff. The food is delicious.

I rarely leave reviews. We passed by, it inspired us, and we stopped. Simply delicious.

Amazing staff, I've been here twice and I can definitely say it's the best food in Florence.

La Ghiotta is an exceptional restaurant, a trusted name for years, offering excellent value. The food here is truly delicious: roast chicken (also available for takeout), a wide variety of vegetables, parmigiana, traditional Florentine dishes, first and second courses like rabbit, and even a delicious pizza. Don't miss the fabulous homemade apple pie: authentic, just like the ones they used to make. The space is small but welcoming, so you can eat comfortably at the tables, but it's also perfect for takeout. I used to come here very often when I lived closer; now, since I always work nearby but stay late, I stop by mostly to pick up something to go when I'm short on time. Highly recommended. Thank you, Patrizia, for all your hard work, passion, and dedication. ❤️

The best dining experience we've had in Italy. Authentic, rustic, no nonsense great food. I had three courses and they were all amazing. Really reasonably priced too. Our two boys loved it. We went on a Sunday evening and the place was full of locals so that's always a good sign. My wife and I polished off a litre of the house red for 10 euros too!

Rustic, fast, genuine products, Florentine atmosphere and excellent quality.

I went on Thursday Dec 11th, the food quality of the food was very good. Please congratulate Lian on the excellent service, absolutely will come back 🙌🏻

The food at Il Ghiotta is genuinely good—but the experience is what makes this little spot unforgettable. This tiny, bustling restaurant is full of the soul of Florence. At lunch, I’m pretty sure my husband and I were the only native English speakers in the room. When people say they’re searching for an “authentic” meal, this is exactly what I imagine they mean. It feels like a true family operation, the kind of place where the staff seems to know half the guests, and everyone else feels like part of the neighborhood. We dropped in for lunch and enjoyed the pici carbonara, but honestly the highlight was people-watching. Three older nonnas were tucked into a corner sharing wine and animated conversation—exactly the kind of scene that makes you feel like you’ve stumbled into daily Florentine life rather than a tourist stop. After watching plate after plate come out of the kitchen during lunch, we knew we had to return for dinner. The baccalà alla livornese with roasted potatoes did not disappoint. But again, more than the food, it was the atmosphere that made the night: families chatting across tables, friends greeting each other loudly, kids weaving in and out as their dads took turns stepping outside to play ball with them. What struck me most was how naturally children are included here. No devices, no screens—just coloring books, word searches, and old-school entertainment while the adults lingered over wine. The whole place radiates warmth and connection. There was a man working the wood-burning pizza oven—possibly the owner—who seemed to be the heart of the operation. Even with the oven blazing behind him, he greeted guests with the easy confidence of someone who loves what he does. If you want a meal that feeds more than your stomach—one that drops you right into the rhythm of Florentine life—Il Ghiotta is the place. It’s the kind of spot that reminds you why we travel in the first place.

Excellent, simple, traditional Tuscan cuisine, family atmosphere. I'll be back soon.

Typical cuisine with abundant dishes, friendly and cordial, I recommend it to everyone