Masticabrodo

I have been in Florence for over 3 weeks now and I have been trying to find small authentic places to eat far from the piazzas and city center. This place isn’t too far from Santa Croce, a short walk for some. I have been here twice already because each time i have had such wonderful experiences. Mostly locals eat here which means that it is good even for Italians. A lengthy menu and great house wine. Cheap for the quality. A cute little place with outdoor seating and indoor. Feels very friendly and open. Would recommend this place to anyone visiting florence.

I worked an internship for 5 months in florence and lived around the corner from this place. AMAZING! Family owned and very authentic. The guy that owns it is always there and whenever I came in he made me feel right at home. The prices are great and so is the flavor! I highly recommend the chicken with truffle and avocado and the gnocchi with gorgonzola!

Hey, you’re not a one percenter, so don’t eat by the palaces. Instead, walk over to Piazza dei Ciompi, site of an Occupy Wall Street movement circa 1378. By walking just ten minutes, you can get away from the hordes of tourists and hang out with the Italians. There is a perpetual flea market in Piazza dei Ciompi Further, you can buy some fruit to take back to your hotel at the Sant’Ambrogio market, which is only a few blocks away. Then go to Masticabrodo on Piazza dei Ciompi and enjoy some delicious food. They have very reasonable lunch specials. I had linguini with mussles and clams yesterday for only five euros. These folks can really cook. Tell them the nerdy American who speaks broken Italian sent you, While you are in the neighborhood, check out the Church of Sant’Ambrogio and Santa Croce.