Zio Gigi In Firenze

A very Italian restaurant that I entered for the first time. I think this is a fun restaurant for people who want to enjoy local food. Two women from the shop come to take your order. English menus are always available, so ordering is easy. However, there are some things that are meaningless just by their names. The lunch menu has three dishes to choose from and costs 13 euros per person, plus coperto. Bottled water is cheap and only costs 1 euro. On this day, the two of us had tomato sauce risotto and squid ink risotto first. For second, a thin steak and Florentine tripe. The sidedish is fried zucchini and a Mediterranean salad. The first one felt like it was a bit too much. The squid ink was a little salty. I want to try a different menu next time.

During my unforgettable week in Florence, I discovered one remarkable place to eat that truly surpassed all my expectations. From the moment I stepped inside, I was welcomed with warm hospitality that made me feel right at home, embracing the authentic Italian experience I thought had become a rarity amidst the influx of rude and inconsiderate tourists crowding the city. The atmosphere exuded charm and warmth, reminiscent of a traditional Italian family gathering. It felt like a small slice of Italy, where every meal was an invitation to savor the rich and vibrant culture. The portions served were generously ample, ensuring that no one would leave feeling hungry. Each dish was crafted with care, bursting with flavors that reflected the essence of genuine Italian cuisine. One of the standout features of this delightful eatery was their desserts, which were simply to die for! Each sweet treat was a masterpiece, perfectly balancing flavor and indulgence, leaving a lasting impression on my taste buds. Whether you are exploring Florence or are a local looking to relish some authentic Italian fare, this restaurant is truly a hidden gem that should not be missed!

Loale and friendly and pleasant manager, excellent quality service and menu

Lovely, genuine place with quality and super good food!

I went to this restaurant on a Saturday night, it wasn't very crowded, the food was really delicious, the same cannot be said for the staff, the waitress at 10:30 pm as soon as she took our plates away (without even asking us if we wanted dessert) started off with "now I'll smoke a cigarette and I'll give you the bill", let's say it wasn't very polite considering that she could have asked us if we wanted just the coffee or dessert. Honestly, I wouldn't go back just for the staff

Nice typical Italian restaurant close to the duomo. Hidden in a small street. The owner is super friendly. Sings kind of opera to the guests and makes the experience unique. Good prices good food

We were in Florence for four days and this was the best restaurant by far. The food was fresh, simple, authentic and delicious. The atmosphere is local, lively and fun to observe. Price point amazing ofcourse. Highly, highly recommend!

The chef sings and it was very great.

Trattoria tipica nel centro di Firenze, di fronte alla chiesa di santa Maria Nuova. Locale informale, menú toscano, ma anche con piatti calabresi. Ottimi e vari i primi, oggi abbiamo preso delle ottime penne al ragù bianco con tartufo, porzioni abbondanti per tutti i piatti. Servizio celere e cordiale, allietato dalle canzoni del simpatico zio Gigi. Rapporto qualità prezzo ottimo, probabilmente il migliore di Firenze. Super consigliato

La dama más dulce del mundo nos cuidó. Tenía el pelo rubio. Ella inmediatamente nos hizo sentir como familia y tan bienvenido. Ojalá pudiera recordar su nombre. No hablaba inglés, pero era fácil de entender. Ella nos dio excelentes recomendaciones! Mi marido tenía el bistec ala florentina y yo el pici marinara con albóndigas. Desafortunadamente, he estado experimentando problemas estomacales durante esta visita a Italia, así que me enfermé mucho por todo el delicioso vino que hemos estado tomando. Lamentable y vergonzosamente tuve que salir a la calle donde me enfermé, y cuando volví estaba llorando porque estaba tan frustrada que no he podido mantener toda esta deliciosa comida italiana que hemos estado tomando sin enfermarme. Esta increíble dama, Dios la bendiga, me secó las lágrimas, me abrazó y me dio un beso en la mejilla. Ella me trajo un poco de Sprite para ayudar a asentar mi estómago y fue tan increíblemente amable. Ojalá pudiera volver para agradecerle. La comida era excepcional y auténtica cocina y mi marido y yo estábamos disfrutando mucho. Nos gustaría volver aquí de nuevo! Grazie mile Signora. Fuiste un ángel y estamos muy agradecidos por tu amabilidad, tu atención y tu hospitalidad. 💚🤍❤️ 🙏🏻