Tuscan cuisine is famous for traditional recipes such as "crostini di fegatini" (chicken-liver canapés), "affettati misti" (mixed cold cuts platters), delicious first courses such as "pappa al pomodoro" (a hearty tomato-bread soup), "ribollita" (the iconic "reboiled" soup), and the most widely known classic: "bistecca alla Fiorentina" (Florentine-style steak).
As Tuscany's capital, Florence truly embodies the richness of its gourmet food and wine heritage, which is also expressed through prized red wines such as Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino.
Near the Montebello Splendid hotel you'll find the best wine-bars (enoteche) and Tuscan restaurants in which to spend an unforgettable evening...
Enoteca Pinchiorri
– 87 Via GhibellinaRestaurant famous world-wide not only for its cuisine, but also for its incredible selection of wines.
Prices start at € 150.00 wine excluded.
Distance: 5 min. by taxi
Buca Lapi
– 1/r Via del Trebbio
Located in the via Tornabuoni area, it's one of the top restaurants for Tuscan-cuisine, famous for its masterfully grilled meats.
Prices start at € 45.00 wine excluded.
Distance: 10 min. on foot
Harry's Bar
– 22 Lungarno Vespucci
Located on the Arno river, this restaurant is one of the most exclusive of Florence since many years frequebted by upscale local people..
Prices start at € 50.00 wine excluded.
Distance: 8 min. on foot
Cibreo
– 118/r Via de’ MacciA refined environment, attentive service staff and excellent cuisine make this an outstanding place for a meal.
Prices start at € 55.00 wine excluded.
Distance 5 min. by taxi
Cinghiale Bianco
– 43 Borgo SanJacopo
This Oltrarno establishment is characterized by a casual environment; It offers typical Tuscan specialties with prices starting at € 35.00 wine excluded.
Distance: 10 min. on foot
La Giostra
– Borgo PintiExcellent Tuscan and Italian cuisine, and a suggestive atmosphere make it a welcoming, informal place for a meal.
Prices start at € 45.00 wine excluded.
Distance: 5 min. by taxi
Ristorante Alle Murate
– Palazzo dell’Arte dei Giudici e Notai – Via del ProconsoloSituated between Piazza del Duomo and Piazza San Firenze, this restaurant is characterized by a refined, elegant atmosphere and excellent Italian and Florentine cuisine. Its frescoes are quite interesting. Among them is the first known portrait of Dante Alighieri.
Prices start at € 55.00 wine excluded.
Distance: 5 min. on foot
Acqua al Due
– 40/r Via della Vigna VecchiaA typical "trattoria" patronized by young and international diners, it offers the very best of Tuscan cuisine.
Prices start at € 35.00 wine excluded.
Distance: 5 min. by taxi
Il Profeta
– 93/r Via Borgognisanti
Simple restaurant with great food and service located 2 blocks away from the hotel.
Prices start at € 35.00 wine excluded.
Distance: 2 min. on foot
La Carabaccia
– 190/r Via Palazzuolo
Casual and friendly restaurant located few steps from the hotel offers the traditional Tuscan specialties.
Prices start at € 30.00 wine excluded.
Distance: 2 min. on foot
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