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Alle Murate
Via Ghibellina 52/r, Florence, Italy · 55-240-618
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Dine in fine surroundings in the midst of popular Palazzo Santa Croce. Soft lighting, rich wood paneling and minimal decor create a serene backdrop for dishes that run the gamut from light and delicate to rich and bold. Try a soup of chickpeas and cod, grilled fish, polenta, or ravioli. The wine list offers a selection of inexpensive choices and a selection of the finest wines Italy has to offer. Reservations recommended. Business dress.
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Cibrčo
Via Andrea del Verrocchio 8r, Florence, Italy · 55-234-1100
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A noticeable aspect of this restaurant is what is missing from the menu: pasta! This gives patrons a chance to experience lesser known but equally delicious native dishes such as polenta, minestrone, and soufflé of potatoes. Located in the historic Palazzo Santa Croce, a trendy crowd can be found here listening intently to the waiters, who pull up a chair to describe the daily specials. Reservations required. Business dress.
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Dine in opulent Renaissance style at this awe-inspiring restaurant, considered by many to be one of the best in Italy. In the heart of Santa Croce, the dining room surrounds you with fresh flowers in silver vases, vivid works of art, and colorful frescoed ceilings. You'll find pasta dishes you won't find anywhere else, such as the fantastic "ignudi," ricotta, and lobster dumplings. Seafood, beef, and game are all expertly prepared, and the cellar is stocked with 80,000 wines of excellent vintage that are ready to complement your meal. Reservations required. Jacket and tie.
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La Fonticine
Via Nazionale 79/r, Florence, Italy · 55-282-106
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Try a taste of Tuscan and Roman cuisines at this neighborhood restaurant, owned by a Tuscan and his Roman wife. Osso bucco in rich, flavorful tomato sauce is a specialty, as is crisp, lightly fried cauliflower. Though the cuisine is of the highest caliber, the surroundings are bright and comfortable, with the owners' own painting collection and objets d'art on display. Reservations recommended. Business casual dress.
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La Giostra
Borgo Pinti 10r, Florence, Italy · 55-241-341
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Upon entering, you are offered a graceful crystal flute of sparkling spumante and you immediately realize that you are in for a satisfying culinary experience. Owned by a prince and managed by his twin sons, one of the three will help you choose from the long list of elegant reds and offer a flawless and dazzling wine presentation. The romantic dining room is lined with twinkling lights. Recommended is the pasta with white truffles, followed by a tall stack of rich Sacher torte. Reservations recommended. Business dress.
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Leo S. Croce
Via Torta 7r, Florence, Italy 50122 · 55-210-829
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Located just off Palazzo Santa Croce, this upscale restaurant is a pleasant change of pace from the casual cafés that line the sidewalks. First, enjoy your complimentary glass of spumante. Then, peruse the menu, which is full of classic Tuscan specialties, including grilled mixed vegetables, ravioli Leo, and osso bucco. The arched brick ceilings provide a graceful backdrop for fine pieces of original art, many of which are for sale. Reservations recommended. Business casual dress.
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With dramatic vaulted ceilings and bold paintings of familial coats of arms, this restaurant provides a vivid backdrop for the dishes it creates. The pasta dishes are delicately flavored and perfectly prepared. Favorites include sfogliatine (carrot and cheese-stuffed ravioli in basic cream) or crespelles, which are the addictive pasta pockets filled with zucchini and tossed in walnut cheese sauce. Grilled fish is a top pick, too, or if you have the nerve, try fried calves' brains. Reservations recommended. Business dress.
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This is one of the most sophisticated and elegant dining rooms in Florence, with excellent service and windows overlooking a lush garden. The menu regularly changes to reflect the freshest local ingredients, but you are always sure to find authentic Tuscan favorites with an innovative twist. The wine selection is unrivaled, and the dessert list and the waitstaff encourage you to linger. Reservations recommended. Business casual dress.
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For one of the most stunning views of Florence, dining at this restaurant is a must. On the top floor of the elegant Grand Hotel Baglioni, any meal is an experience here. Dine on the greenery-lined terrace, which, in the winter, gives you the feeling of al fresco dining thanks to a glass enclosure. Tuscan dishes include a fiery vegetable soup, an amazing antipasti platter, and decadent Italian desserts. Reservations recommended. Business casual dress.
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This fine establishment gives you the chance to enjoy a delectable meal in what was once the home of Santi di Tito, a student of the famous Bronzino. With vaulted ceilings and a tree-lined patio, you can imagine di Tito at work here with his easel. While the decor is simple, the presentation of the dishes is stunning. Try creamy risotto with asparagus, smoked goose breast with olive oil, or spinach-stuffed ravioli that melts in your mouth. The wine list is sophisticated and diverse. If you are lucky, you can get the lone table located in the wine cellar. Reservations recommended. Business dress.
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