The 10 Best Restaurants In Santa Croce, Florence
While the protagonist of Santa Croce is its stunning Franciscan basilica, there are numerous culinary gems scattered around the quarter, demanding attention. With fresh, high quality ingredients on offer at the nearby Sant’Ambrogio market and a wealth of historical architecture as a backdrop, this neighborhood has all the tools to be a culinary paradise. The following list explores some of the area’s top restaurants.
1. Finisterrae
Finisterrae
2. La Giostra
Restaurant, Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Vegan
3. I Ghibellini
I Ghibellini
4. Simon Boccanegra
Bar, Restaurant, Italian
5. Brac
Restaurant, Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Vegan
Artsy types should head to Brac where a passion for culture is married together with a love of good food in this bookshop-restaurant. Specializing in vegetarian and vegan dishes, this trendy haunt stands out in the home city of the Florentine steak. Their menu showcases the delicious natural ingredients yielded by the Tuscan landscape. The decor creates bohemian vibes and a key feature is the shredded fabric which hangs over the courtyard, adding a splash of color to al fresco dining.
6. Trattoria Cibrèo
Market, Restaurant, Italian
7. Enoteca Pinchiorri
Enoteca Pinchiorri
8. Osteria De’Benci
Osteria De’Benci
9. Antica Macelleria Falorni
Butcher, Restaurant, Italian
10. Boccadama
Bar, Restaurant, Italian
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