For a homey experience with plenty of pasta options, you should think about visiting this little spot near the center of the Santo Spirito area offering intimate dining. The wait staff is happy to assist you with any questions you might have about the menu, but you can't go wrong with ordering some of the regular Tuscan dishes like steak fiorentina. Some of the pastas available can't be beat--you should ask some of the staff which options would be best you and your dinner guests. Not only is it a wonderful combination of new experimentation with typical dishes, but it also makes you feel like you're coming home.
Recommended for Santo Spirito's Best Restaurants because: There are some great pasta and meats here a short walk from the city center.
Alexa's expert tip: Try some of the appetizers available here--they're delicious and unique.
This local spot near the Arno River offers plenty of options to keep you satisfied. You'll find all the locals here--it's not a tourist trap like you will often find within the city center. Where this place truly shines is its meats. Consider ordering the steak fiorentina or the veal, you'll discover that it's cooked perfectly and has the typical Italian flavor that you expect from a quality restaurant. There are some amazing appetizer options, as well. You'll want to make sure that you ask some of the wait staff if they have any suggestions on what you might want to choose for wine.
Recommended for Santo Spirito's Best Restaurants because: You'll find a wide variety of dishes available here and a scenic view.
Alexa's expert tip: You'll want to order some of the meat dishes here.
Tucked away from the main piazzas in the area, this spot provides some of the best authentic cooking on the Altr'Arno side of the River. Make sure to ask some of the staff what the best choices are--there are so many it can be hard to choose. Along with some free limoncello on the house, you'll also find excellent Tuscan dishes like pasta favorites and a well-cooked steak fiorentina. Take your time and enjoy your meal here--expect it to take a while. Not only does it feel like you're being treated to some of the best food in the area, but you'll also find a welcoming environment that you are unlikely to forget.
Recommended for Santo Spirito's Best Restaurants because: There are plenty of foods available that you might want to try.
Alexa's expert tip: Try some of the pasta options here--it tastes even better when you know it's homemade.
Finding the perfect slice of pizza can be a challenge, but not if you know how to get to Gusta Pizza right next to the Santo Spirito basilica. You'll find that they serve just the right amount of Neapolitan-style pies. Make sure you get there early in order to get a table--it's a popular venue for both locals and study abroad kids looking for a cheap and delicious pizza. You'll also want to make sure to check out some of the specials they have available. Whether you choose to sit at one of the round tables next to a stranger or two or to take your food out and sit on the steps of the church, you'll find some mouth-watering pies right around the corner at this spot.
Recommended for Santo Spirito's Best Restaurants because: Some of the best pizza in the city is at this popular spot.
Alexa's expert tip: Think about taking your pizza out and enjoying it on the steps of the Santo Spirito church.
When you're looking for a spot a little bit off the beaten path, this spot can make you feel like you are experiencing some of the best food in the city for a more than reasonable price. Trattoria la Casalinga prides itself on being family-run and being a favorite among the locals here. Take your time and enjoy your meal--if you want the true Italian experience you'll find it here. It would be a shame not to try some of their amazing pasta dishes for the price offered, and you'll also want to order an accompanying bottle of wine to truly enjoy your evening.
Recommended for Santo Spirito's Best Restaurants because: You'll find delicious, typical foods here for a great price that's easily affordable.
Alexa's expert tip: Make sure to stop here on the weekends--it's a little less busy.
Just a little off the main tourist path, you can find some of the best local dishes and foods in the area right here at this restaurant. With beautiful outdoor seating available and some delicious choices off the menu, you can find some amazing options that will keep you satisfied. Be sure to try some of the pasta dishes and the salads--they have excellent taste on how to appeal to their guests' love of food. Also feel free to ask about the wines available, they have a great selection and you can't find a better location to enjoy your meal than out on the piazza sitting outside.
Recommended for Santo Spirito's Best Restaurants because: You'll find some of the best pasta on the other side of the Arno here.
Alexa's expert tip: See if you can get some of the outdoor seating available.
Finding a wonderful Asian-style restaurant is almost impossible in Italy, but Momoyama is the exception to this rule. Serving up classic favorite sushi options and noodle bowls, you'll leave happy and full. When you've exhausted every single Italian restaurant in the area, you might be craving something a little different, and Momoyama offers that much-needed break from pasta and meat. It can be a little expensive depending on what you order, so you might not want to consider it when you are on a budget. Even so, you'll find sushi that will suit any palate and plenty to go around.
Recommended for Santo Spirito's Best Restaurants because: This is a great spot to go when you're sick of typical Italian food.
Alexa's expert tip: You'll want to order a few different types of sushi in order to get the whole effect.
A local favorite, you'll find that Il Cinghale Bianco does certain dishes so well, that you'll want to return again and again. Consider checking out any of the dishes featuring wild boar--it's a traditional Tuscan meal that is very hard to master correctly, but Il Cinghale Bianco is known for cooking it to perfection. They also have some delicious wines available that you might want to consider asking about, and the tiny venue makes it impossible not to meet some new acquaintances as you wait for your meal. Don't forget to ask the staff about any recommendations they might have--they usually have some good ones.
Recommended for Santo Spirito's Best Restaurants because: You'll find a romantic setting and typical Tuscan dishes that you have to try.
Alexa's expert tip: Make sure to ask about the wine selections--they have some good options.
When you are looking for beautifully-presented dishes and a restaurant that loves to impress, Olio & Convivium offers a local feel that is still high class. Located right next to the church of Santo Spirito, this place has a quiet and relaxing feel with some amazing wines. It's the perfect spot to bring a host of friends and to ask about the different bottles of wine that they have available. You'll find even though there is a relaxed vibe to this location, every detail is well thought-out and you can enjoy a typical Italian meal without feeling rushed by the friendly staff.
Recommended for Santo Spirito's Best Restaurants because: This spot caters to fine diners without feeling like it is too stuff.
Alexa's expert tip: Make sure to check out the specials. They are perfectly-crafted and unforgettable.
Osteria Santo Spirito is known for not only being one of the local favorites, but also as one of the best restaurants in the city. You'll find delicious menu options and specials for excellent prices--you can even order half portions guaranteed to fill you up for half the price. The gnocchi is something you should not miss. It's one of the restaurant's most popular dishes and for good reason--it's hard to find a better example of this Tuscan favorite in Florence. Osteria Santo Spirito is always packed, so reservations are absolutely necessary if you plan on seating a party bigger than two for dinner.
Recommended for Santo Spirito's Best Restaurants because: Between the delicious pasta dishes and great staff, you'll have a wonderful time.
Alexa's expert tip: Make sure you think about trying some of the house wine--it's delicious.