Chiaroscuro
Via Del Corso 36
Tel: 055 214247
Located close to Uffizi and Piazza Della Signoria. Perfect for breakfasts and quick buffet lunches. Excellent selection of quality coffees, teas and hot chocolates too. Theme nights for cocktails and happy hour (Mexican, Japanese etc) including creative hors d'oeuvres.

Birreria Centrale
Piazza Cimatori
tel: 055 21 19 15
Centrally located birreria/trattoria, pub atmosphere. Simple, hearty food, interesting beer selection.

Osteria I Buongustai
Via Dei Cerchi 15
tel: 055 291304
Tuscan specialties or panini in this small, often overcrowded osteria. Cosy ambience.

Da Lino
Via. S. Elisabetta 6
tel: 055 284579
Elegant traditional restaurant in the heart of Florence.  

Acqua Al 2
Via Vigna Vecchia 40
tel: 055 284170
Close to the Bargello.
Creative cuisine and selected wines in lovely surroundings.

Santo Bevitore
Via Santo Spirito 64
tel: 055 211264
Short stroll from Ponte Vecchio along street lined with antique stores. Large charming enoteca well known for its Chiantis and exquisite interpretation of traditional Tuscan dishes.

Antico Ristoro Di'Cambi
Via S.Onofrio 1R
tel: 055 217134
Interesting walk from Ponte Vecchio through arty neighbourhood packed with unusual antiques and offbeat stores. Family run rustic/chic trattoria which serves a mighty Fiorentina steak and many other local specialties. Superb choice of wines