22/11/2025: I'm a Korean journalist who visited this place a few days ago.
This is a very small restaurant that has been in an alley for a long time. I, too, stumbled upon this restaurant by chance while walking through an alley in Florence, and happily, it turned out to be the best experience I've ever had.
As a Korean woman traveling solo in Italy, I tried over 20 restaurants during my 14-day stay in Rome, Florence, and Naples. However, this restaurant, with its 4.8 or 4.9 out of 5 Google ratings, thousands or even tens of thousands of reviews, and other famous restaurants featured in countless guidebooks, beat out all of them. The pizza and olive oil here were the best, and I enjoyed my meal there the most. 100% true.
The cheese on the pizza was incredibly flavorful. The pizza dough was crispy. Above all, I'd like to talk about the olive oil here. Thanks to the kindness of the owner, I was given the opportunity to taste it separately, and it was absolutely fantastic. The olive oil here boasted the best flavor and taste. I love olive oil and have tried many different products, but nothing compares to this one. I'm so sad I can't bring it back to Korea.
The owner makes his own olive oil here. I really wanted to buy it, but the store didn't have any new stock, and I had to leave Florence the next day, so I couldn't buy it, which was really sad. If you're a foodie or food columnist planning to visit this place, be sure to ask the owner in advance if they can order olive oil.
The owner of this restaurant is truly wonderful. Every Korean knows the veteran owner of a long-established neighborhood store. He's a neighborhood stalwart, a generous, outgoing man with a somewhat tough tone due to his long history, but fundamentally kind. The owner of this place evokes that image. He's a charismatic fisherman, a cool guy, and fluent in English. He's a seasoned owner who greets groups with a cheerful smile and singles with warmth. The owner took great care to ensure I didn't feel lonely while dining alone. He shared many fascinating stories about Florentine history, customs, battles, and sports, and even provided me with a fascinating book about the Florentine region to browse while I ate.
Unable to sell his own olive oil, the owner recommended a nearby olive oil shop instead. The shop and its owner were both wonderful. They genuinely cared for their customers, not just through gimmicks, but through their craft and sales of truly delicious olive oil. Thanks to the owner, I was able to purchase some truly delicious olive oil and wine there as well.
Also, on a very important note for Asian travelers, the owner was not racist. I've experienced racism in many shops in Italy, something that any Asian traveler will experience at least once. This restaurant offered absolutely no such unpleasant experiences. My experience was purely pleasant, and he treated me like a "normal traveler," not an "Asian." The fact that the owner treated me like a "normal traveler" visiting Florence left a very positive impression on me about this restaurant. As a traveler who fell in love with Tuscany and Florence, I plan to return to Florence in a few years. I would 100% return to this restaurant. I'll contact the owner in advance and definitely buy some olive oil to bring back to Korea.
I was so touched by the thoughtfulness the owner of this restaurant took to ensure my dining experience was enriching. He is a truly exceptional restaurant owner.
It's not the owner's luck that this restaurant exists in Florence, but the city's. While it's a small restaurant, it has everything you need for a delightful and delicious meal. I'm deeply grateful for the delicious food, the finest olive oil, and the most wonderful travel experience.
26/10/2025: We were immediately drawn to the place by its quaint and welcoming atmosphere. Even though it was already past 2 PM, the owner welcomed us with open arms, making us feel right at home. As soon as we entered, we were enveloped by an inviting aroma that hinted at the quality of the food: and indeed, the dishes did not disappoint.
Both the owner and his son were extremely kind and welcoming, helping to make the experience even more enjoyable. A place we will definitely return to!
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