La Trattoria il Bargello In Firenze

Top 5 meal of my life, and the rest of my group might rank it even higher. The food was 10/10, but it was the atmosphere that elevated the night to something we still talk about 2yrs later. We visited a number of vineyards, but it’s the €10 bottle of house red (signed by the staff) that now sits on our mantle at home.

It changed owners a few years ago (grazie mille, Signora Maria e figlie!!) and, of course, the food also changed. But the current owner only added his personal touch, nothing more than that – because the quality and flavor remain impeccable. The atmosphere remains incredible, the pasta is the same, and the caramel cheesecake is, at the very least, curious: it's worth trying. Special mention for the exceptional service: even arriving for dinner at a time of low traffic (which can be an advantage), it was easy to see that the waiter not only has the training and practice to serve; in fact, he has the gift of serving well, as he was polite and kind, a gesture that has been somewhat difficult to find among Florentines lately. The same goes for the owner: he made a point of saying goodbye and chatting with us for a while. Don't be fooled by the location: even though it's close to tourist attractions (it's very close to Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio), it's not a "tourist trap" at all; quite the opposite. It's not exactly a cheap place, but the cost/benefit ratio is more than worth it!

Exquisite, the best place we ate in Florence.

Delicious food and fast service!

A trattoria with a truly homey yet elegant atmosphere. The staff is incredibly friendly and the food is truly excellent. At first glance, it might seem like a typical tourist trattoria, given its proximity to the magnificent Piazza della Signoria, but I assure you, that's not the case: here, professionalism and quality reign supreme. You absolutely must try the fusilloni with venison ragù and the pappardelle with wild boar, both delicious. The classic tagliata with arugula and parmesan is also excellent, cooked to perfection and as per tradition, slightly rare. The waiter was impeccable, professional, and attentive, while the owner was friendly and welcoming, helping to create an informal and very pleasant atmosphere. A place I would truly recommend to everyone: simple, authentic, and high-quality. Perfect for those who want to eat well in the heart of Florence without falling into the usual tourist traps.

Honestly it was a great experience, the food was delicious and the prices were more than reasonable for the quality and service.

Very good food ! Especially after viola AEK 0-1. We had the best time !! Solo AEK LIVORNO

Amazing server and restaurant who were kind to us when there was a mess up in our reservation. Amazing food, even better server (forgot his name, but he is like the Florence Salt Bae)

I stumbled upon this restaurant by chance and I must say I was truly satisfied... friendly waiters... and a rustic, clean environment... the first courses were excellent, but what surprised me was the meat, I've never eaten such a tender cut of beef... I recommend trying this restaurant... 5 stars superior.

The food was a perfect 10 out of 10! I loved it. We ordered the meat and potatoes, which was delicious, the spaghetti was amazing, and the macaroni was great and tasty.