The Top 10 Restaurants Near Piazza Santa Trinita Florence

Named after the church of Santa Trinita on the northwest side, this triangular square is surrounded by several Gothic and Renaissance palaces. After a lovely afternoon walking around the piazza and enjoying the rare beauty of several architectural jewels, there is nothing better than a meal at one of the outstanding nearby restaurants. Check out some of the best spots to visit.

1. Cacio Vino Trallallà

Cacio Vino Trallallà

Dedicated to provide you an authentic dining experience, this little bistro excels at combining top notch food with a casual, welcoming atmosphere. Run by a passionate couple, Cacio Vino Trallallà is focused on selected wines and new artisan beers, specialty cheeses, cinta senese meat, organic jams, and homemade desserts. Book a table, order one of their truffle dishes and get ready for an evening of culinary experimentation.
Address & telephone number: Borgo SS. Apostoli 29R, Florence, +39 055 215558

2. Hostaria il Desco

Hostaria il Desco

What happens when traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine are married? The culinary paradise of Hostaria il Desco happens. A varied menu beyond description is challenging you to expand your flavor horizons with lots of options, including gluten-free dishes of exceptional quality.
Address & telephone number: Via delle Terme 23 / r, Florence, +39 055 294882

Le meraviglie di Firenze... | © Courtesy of Il Borro

3. Il Borro

Bar, Bistro, Restaurant, Wine Bar, Italian, Mediterranean, European

This innovative place between a restaurant, a wine bar, and a store will surprise you with its evolved Tuscan cuisine; a contemporary retelling of local traditions. Taste the recognizable quality of your dish accompanied by a glass of the finest wine and let Il Borro take you on a multi-sensory gastronomic journey.

4. Rose's

Rose’s

This is the place to find not only typical Tuscan dishes, but also more sophisticated, exotic ones. Open both for lunch and for dinner, Rose’s even offers lighter options like pasta and club sandwiches. Be sure to top off your meal with one of the magnificent desserts.

Address & telephone number: Via di Parione 26R, Florence, +39 055 287090

5. Trattoria Nella

Trattoria Nella

Located on a quiet street, this small trattoria is the perfect spot for a memorable Italian meal in a great atmosphere. Fresh pasta, amazing Florentine steak, excellent wine selection, a panna cotta that is out of this world combined with attentive service and frequent live sessions make Nella the ideal place for any food lover.

Address & telephone number: Via delle Terme 19r, Florence, +39 055 218925

"Tiramisu" at Suite 88 | © TMAB2003/Flickr

6. Oliviero

Restaurant, Italian

A special, romantic restaurant on a side street, Oliviero welcomes you with a glass of prosecco. Choose between the Tuscan traditional and the contemporary menu, or mix them and enjoy your meal with some freshly baked bread. In case you prefer something new and different, the varied options will not disappoint you. Do not forget the limoncello at the end. La Bussola | Courtesy of La Bussola

7. La Bussola

Restaurant, Italian, European, Vegetarian, Seafood

Looking for classic Italian dishes or missing a delicious pizza? Take a break at La Bussola to find the most creative culinary delights. Even if you are a single diner, you can sit at the pizza bar to meet some locals and visitors or read a book while waiting for your dish. Their list with local wines and their beloved desserts will blow your mind.

8. Il Barretto

Restaurant, Mediterranean, Italian

Established in 1959, this restaurant has managed to maintain the fascinating ambiance of the sixties, providing the ideal setting for a meal to remember. Although the beauty of Il Barretto is incomparable, what steals the show is the exquisite food, with several fish and meat creations, and their extensive wine list.

9. Pangie's Bistrot

Bistro, Restaurant, Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian

A lovely, small bistro you wouldn’t expect to find in the center of a place like Florence prepares simple meals full of flavor, made from carefully selected ingredients. Choose a local specialty from the menu on the blackboard and enjoy a casual meal according to the proposals of Pangie’s friendly, funny staff.

10. Bistrò del Mare

Restaurant, Seafood, Italian, Mediterranean

No one can resist romance at a loft by the sea. When combined with the freshest, perfectly grilled seafood you can find in the city, the result is Bistrò del Mare. Visit this fish restaurant and follow your meal with a delightful dessert or fine liquor at the special corner inside.

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.