Tourists Miss These Florence Food Spots - Don’t Be One! 🍕🍝🇮🇹

[@GregorBrown]

Do you know The ITALY TOP 10 Travel Tips? 🇮🇹👍kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZKrp3Z-bqyed7c

[@kristianj1977]

@@GregorBrown hey love your reviews. I'm gonna download your guide shortly. We're off to Tuscany and I am going to go to this same steak menu as yourself. May I ask, was that price for a steak each or did you and your partner share that steak. Thank you

[@kurage2change]

Just returned from Italy. Three weeks in Perugia and two nights in Florence. Loved Trattoria Sabatino. Would’ve never known about it without your recommendation. Thank you!

[@MarthaLeone-s8k]

Top "method" for breakfast in Florence if you want to fill up for a day of touring is to go to a grocery store... buy protein, fruit, cheese, etc and eat at your AirBNB before you venture out. Just my humble opinion after spending lots of time in Florence in the last couple of years.

[@GregorBrown]

This is a practical and cost-effective tip for travelers looking to enjoy a hearty breakfast without breaking the bank. Thanks for sharing your insight!

[@NancyFromCali]

Would love to see a video on best Italian market foods for preparing and eating while staying in a Florence BnB.

[@MarthaLeone-s8k]

Great idea for a video...But if you can't find one, I'll share what we've done many times in the last couple of years: Go to one of the local grocery stores or outdoor markets (you can find them via google map and many grocery stores to choose from in Florence). Then, buy lots of fresh veggies, meat, cheeses, pasta, eggs (boil the eggs for quick protein in morning), etc. Everything is fresh and meal prep took no more than 10-15 minutes, even for the six travelers I was with. The key is to buy fresh, throw everything on a plate and consume. My favorite meal is apricot jam, cheese, salami, on a slice of bread, fruit and veggies.@@NancyFromCali

[@grQTbVMrZ]

What's the point of that if you're not going to venture out and try anything outside of your hotel, etc?

[@gerrrykeenan9151]

You miss the point watched this and all I see is him eating carbs carbs and carbs plus nitrates in the form of cured meats great if that’s the last holiday you have before cathartic arrest

[@amaurycaraballo1254]

2 days count down to visit Rome and 3 days to Florence! I've been watching your vids to take recommendations! Grazzie mille!

[@GregorBrown]

That's fantastic! Rome and Florence are waiting for you with open arms. Grazie mille for watching, and I hope you have an unforgettable trip! 🇮🇹✈️

[@forearthbelow]

From your opening 'definition'.... I'VE BEEN TO FLORENCE!! I absolutely LOVED the place. I'm 71 yo, from London, the Antico is in a street around the back of the Uffizi gallery. Queues everywhere, you need to have a really good idea what you want as service is manic, esp so if you don't speak Italian. Sandwich was AWESOME, as was the food everywhere. Cooking is made to seem so easy, but you know it's not: top quality ingredients, in season, minimal fuss, prepared with passion and yes LOVE. I ADORED this city.

[@great207]

My wife and I were in Florence last week. We went to both gelaterias you mentioned. Another one we loved is Gelateria Artigianale La Sorbettiera on Via del Leone. Crema and stracciatella were my favorite flavors.

[@GregorBrown]

That is awesome!

[@savingplanetearth4623]

I have been to Florence/Firenze twice, and was feeling "been there, done that". But you have such an enthusiasm when you talk about Florence that I now am considering a third visit. In general you have such an enthusiasm for Italiy! I have now spent more than 57,52 minutes watching your video, because I have been pausing it, and rewinded, to get all the details. I have used more than two pages in my notebook to write information about cafès etc to visit. I have previously been to Rome only once, for three days, and I am now planning my second visit there. I guess I have to go to Florence too!

[@GregorBrown]

Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 It’s amazing to hear that my enthusiasm for Florence has inspired you to consider a third visit. There’s just so much to love about this city and all of Italy! I’m thrilled that you’ve found the video so helpful-taking notes and rewinding is dedication! Enjoy planning your next adventure, and I hope Florence exceeds your expectations once again. Grazie mille! 🇮🇹✨

[@williamdeoradesilva9444]

This is a super, brilliant, awesome video. Loved it. Thank you.

[@GregorBrown]

Thank you! Thrilled you loved the video and found it helpful. 🍕🍝🇮🇹

[@kathytheesfeld5849]

We met you the day you filmed this😊we should have just followed you around that day🤣😂thanks for the great content can’t wait to return someday💚🤍❤️

[@GregorBrown]

I remember! Thanks for saying hello

[@jimmclaughlin1518]

Heading back for the fourth time in March! I’m watching everything you post! Molto bene!

[@GregorBrown]

Grazie. Thanks so much!! Have a good trip.

[@jimmclaughlin1518]

@@GregorBrown Thanks….and….we’re staying on ‘your side’ of the Arno in the historic Casa Guidi, very close to the Pitti Palace. It was once home to the English poets Elizabeth Barrett Browning and her husband Robert Browning. We usually stay at the Palazzo Niccolini right across from the Duomo. Can’t wait.

[@dennis9033]

Antico vinaio was one of our very favorite places!!!!

[@GregorBrown]

So good! I want to go back now!!!!!

[@theresagribble5117]

Was just there in June!! The sandwiches M’mm delicious!! Florence, BEAUTIFUL.

[@GregorBrown]

It's a classic lunch in Florence

[@warrenwolf4690]

I’m enjoying your Tour de France coverage 🚴‍♀️🚴🚴‍♂️🚵‍♀️🚵🚵‍♂️🚵‍♂️

[@GregorBrown]

Thanks Warren

[@ka8byrdie]

Antico vinaio is on my list !!

[@ScottGalenski]

I am really enjoying your videos and recommendations! I will be arriving on November 4th in Rome and will be in Florence on November 11th.

[@GregorBrown]

Wonderful! thanks for letting me know!!!!!!!!!!

[@cyndig8703]

This sandwich shop is great! The sandwich is Amazingly delicious!!! We ordered in Las Vegas NV. Get there early! Bon Appetito !

[@GregorBrown]

They have a shop in Vegas now?

[@braddowdell88]

Thanks for the tips, we arrive Friday from Australia 🇦🇺 looking forward to trying some food

[@GregorBrown]

Hope you enjoy!

[@kentalbertawrex]

Waking up with sunglasses on! 🤣🤣 cheerful.

[@GregorBrown]

yeah!!! glad you like

[@Row.growblossomthrive]

22 days and counting and we will be in Italy! Thank you for these recommendations we are looking forward to enjoying some of these places.

[@GregorBrown]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@evanspi30474]

We will be there March 26/27

[@eglasantana5314]

I loved your videos. Thank you so much. Me and my 17 old daughter will arrive in Florence on the first week of April. I have a little money to spend. Please could you recommend a VRBO clean and safe place not expensive? I would appreciate all your help!

[@AraceliZATRE]

How cool, you give a brief explanation and history of the cafés, bars. The cow `stomach could not do it. Spanish eat it as well. “Pancita“ People usually, eat it after a weekend of crazy party.. Paninos are really good! In Italy you can breathe art, from the architecture, interior design, fashion and of course food! It is a great place. My favorite, the south, i was amazed by the food, and the beaches. Love Italy. Looking forward to going back soon! 👌

[@GregorBrown]

Thanks! 😃

[@gillianleigh222]

Awesome video! Thanks! I'll be back for the 3rd time in a year end of August. I'm so excited! 😍🥳❤️🙏

[@kapilair1770]

3 times in a year ?

[@edsteadham4085]

We wandered through Centrale Mercato where there are dozens of nick knack shops and hawker stands. We had the most delicious plate of cold cuts and pasta for like $20 Euros. Would have paid 100 for it and thought it was worth it. The Italians are simply masters when it comes to food.

[@GregorBrown]

That sounds incredible! 🍝 The Mercato Centrale really is a gem for delicious food. Glad you enjoyed it, and totally agree-Italians are food masters! 😄👌

[@bkraman]

Thanks!

[@bkraman]

taking my mother to italy in a week, and your videos are so incredible and built out with such passion. thank you for all of your time and counsel!!!

[@GregorBrown]

And thank you for watching them and enjoying them and giving such positive feedback and I hope it helps with you and your mother's trip. Have fun and report back!

[@GregorBrown]

Hey there! Thanks a ton for your awesome comment. I'm stoked that you love my videos and find them incredible. I hope they help you make the most out of your trip to Italy with your mom. Have a blast and take lots of pictures!

[@davidbrenton2520]

Two more amazing suggestions Gregor! We tried Trattoria Sabatino for lunch and Gelateria Santa Trinita for gelato. Both were home runs! Thanks for the suggestion, you were 3 for 3 for us this trip! Keep up the great work!

[@GregorBrown]

Yay! I'm so happy you liked the places I suggested. Trattoria Sabatino and Gelateria Santa Trinita are definitely winners. Keep exploring and let me know if you need more awesome recommendations!

[@reneeburich9497]

We hope to be there Fall of 2024! Can’t wait to visit the places you mention!

[@TheJimmyg1991]

What month are you going to Italy in fall?

[@reneeburich9497]

@@TheJimmyg1991 October

[@sanghamitramohapatra4825]

What a labour of love, Gregor! Thank you for the list and work you've put into this lovely video.

[@GregorBrown]

Well thank you so much for the recognition and that comment

[@_LostAndFound_]

Again Gregor amazing, I put these on my list too!!

[@GregorBrown]

Ahhhh. Thanks

[@Okayletsg0]

Thank you for the advice, I have received a scholarship to study drawing and painting in Florence for a short time and this is really helpful, I have never been to Europe before so im really excited :) best wishes from Australia

[@GregorBrown]

Glad it was helpful!

[@michaelgraden6690]

Will be landing in Venice this Saturday and will be in Florence the following weekend. I just booked my reservation at Trattoria Dall’Oste. Looking forward to some Florentine steak! So glad I watched this! Thanks!

[@GregorBrown]

Ohhh yes!! You will love it. 😎 I want to go back! 🤗

[@rajavidhun]

Hotel L'Orologio Florence had a nice breakfast when we stayed there plenty to satisfy American type breakfast as well

[@GregorBrown]

Good to know!

[@davidbrenton2520]

Awesome sandwich!!!

[@GregorBrown]

So good!. Thanks! Gotta go back. Probably in the next days. 😎😁

[@kapilair1770]

Stracciatella

[@jafongaro]

We enjoy the Antico Vanio at Milano Centrale train station.

[@sweetpoison4461]

Mmmmhhh.... Gnammy...gnammy... Fiorentina !!!

[@nejcpilih]

always good to get local tips. that is why i liked the most the trattoria part of the video. it makes me go and find my fav trattoria in Campania now 😁

[@GregorBrown]

Awesome. I'm happy to hear that.

[@ehickert]

Great video! Enjoyed very much. You mention all the links to the places in the video. Can you please let me know where to find them? Thanks in advance!

[@GregorBrown]

In the description

[@baskiff155]

Gregor your vids of Italy are great. I’m leaving for Rome and Florence in a couple of weeks .i get to spend 3 days in Rome but only 1 day in Florence. Any other recommendations to go and manga besides the ones on your vids. By the way how long did you wait on line before you got your sandwich. Ciao

[@bjlwombles1972]

enjoyed watching your 'eats' guide. Our virgin trip to Bologna/Florence is less than a month away so thanks for sharing 😉🤙🍷

[@GregorBrown]

both SUPER places to eat and have fun.

[@MrKastro65]

hi i want or have to say that you are the best in every way to explain everything about italy and when i say everything i mean everything because i know a little about everything what you explain helps people to understand and know you are the best greetings from a Albanian

[@minxjap7878]

I just got back from my 2 weeks Italy holiday. I thought i share something about buying Gelato in Florence so unsuspecting tourists will not get overcharged like me. I was roaming around the Duomo & saw a Gelato shop along the main thoroughfare, Via Dei Calzaiuoli from the Duomo. This shop is about 2 shops from the Hotel Maxim Axial, closer to the Duomo side. I ordered a Gelato & was slapped with a 15 Euro bill for the standard 2 scoops. I had earlier ordered similar Gelatos in Rome near the Trevi Fountain & Spanish Steps for prices ranging from 4 to 6 Euros. And the Gelato i got from this shop was of poor quality. The lesson learnt here is if you are ordering food near tourist hot spots, always ask for the price so you don't get a rude shock like me. Ciao!

[@GregorBrown]

Thanks for sharing your experience, and sorry to hear about the unexpected gelato shock! It's definitely a good tip for fellow travelers to be cautious around tourist hotspots. Some places, unfortunately, try to capitalize on the tourist traffic. Next time, I'll look for this guy and ask for prices. Hope the rest of your Italy holiday was fantastic despite the gelato hiccup! Ciao and safe travels!

[@minxjap7878]

I like to roam around on my own rather than join group tours, I watched your videos & they are a great help to my planning for my trip. Italy is beautiful & has lots of interesting sights to see. Even if i were to spend all my annual holidays in Italy, I would never be able to see them all. This is my third trip to see the places i omitted on my previous visits. By the way, I forgot to mention that I bought a pistachio gelato in Siena, it only cost 2.70 euros. Nothing like licking a gelato while watching the world go by sitting in a piazza in Italy. Ciao! @@GregorBrown

[@sianwarwick633]

There is a famous Italian sandwich shop in my city, but they use a hard crunchy Portuguese bakery bun. There are always line-ups, the guys there are terrific, the cold cuts are without compare, but now I think they can try the sandwich with this softer bread. Schiatacciata Fiorentina. Looking at all this good food, I may have to go there for lunch

[@GregorBrown]

That Italian sandwich shop sounds amazing! Trying the sandwich with Schiacciata Fiorentina could be a delicious twist. Enjoy your lunch! 🥪

[@kapilair1770]

Stracciatella

[@sharraadprabhuddas7949]

Looking forward to try the Florence sandwich

[@IngaSeattle]

Bongiorno, Gregor! Stumbled upon your channel now following! I liked Cafe Amerini for breakfast in Florence - it was just across from where I lived on Via della Vigna Nuova. Have you bean there?

[@christopherohms155]

Thanks!

[@GregorBrown]

You bet!. And thanks for your support 🙏

[@brianwheeldon5732]

Great recommendations, and lively engaging film making. Thanks Gregor!

[@GregorBrown]

Thanks a bunch, Brian! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the recommendations and the filmmaking vibes. If there's anything specific you'd like to see or know more about in future videos, feel free to let me know. Happy travels!

[@kimwalton2873]

Florence is the city where I would move to if I ever leave the USA, it's hard for me to stay away. A couple of my favorite places. Ditta Artigianale on Via Dei Neri for coffee and for lunch just down the street Ristorante Del Fagioli. Also for a sandwich SandwiChic on Via San Gallo. I I put your recommendation in "Notes' on my phone, hope to visit some of these in October 2023.

[@GregorBrown]

Thanks for taking notes. Also, it's a very livable city.

[@hornsofdilemma1]

Wait... how long did you end up waiting for the sandwich?

[@juanmanuelgalan2260]

Hi Gregor, thank you very much for your great advise. I just found out that your link to "Trattoria da Giorgio" leads again to "Il Contadino". Maybe you want to correct it. ... Cheers

[@DavidMoriconiM3inspect]

where are the the links for where you ate

[@CH-bu6pu]

What about people that love coffee but are lactose intolerant? Can you get alternative milks?

[@GregorBrown]

yeah, I've noticed in the last 5yrs all over europe at the bars, you can get Almond or maybe Soy milk. No problem!

[@gwentooke5950]

I can’t eat high fat food or drink coffee. What are my options for food and hot drinks

[@shannonpierre8714]

@@gwentooke5950 Google it

[@gwentooke5950]

What do you do if you can’t eat high fat food or drink coffee. What options are there low fat food and hot drinks

[@cristinacucconi7411]

Salami nella schiacciata, sembra prosciutto toscano 😅 , comunque sei bravo a spiegare ❤ , amico mio abito in texas, e vederti mangiare il cibo buonissimo della mia Toscana ❤ ,mi metti voglia di tornare in Italia 🇮🇹

[@GregorBrown]

thanks, glad you liked it!! Grazie Amico

[@donnacashrealestate3687]

Am I missing the links of the restaurants reviewed?

[@GregorBrown]

I updated the description :)

[@Nevisblau]

Please visit Elba, too. 😍😍😍

[@GregorBrown]

Thanks for the idea. Have you been?

[@kapilair1770]

Where is elba?

[@loriwitte4754]

I purchased the combo books for dining and Florence, but can’t figure out how to read the zip I received in email. It does not open on my iPad, which is where I would like to see it. Please help

[@loriwitte4754]

I figured it out!

[@GregorBrown]

I'm not familiar with the iPad but it should have an unzip tool. After trying more, let me know if you're successful or not

[@GregorBrown]

GREAT!!!!!! Enjoy the guides!!! and thanks for the purchase!

[@Twogirlsabroad]

I’ve totally been to the original location of that sandwich shop. OMG was it good!!! I will come back for that sandwich again someday. That was my very must do there. I was not disappointed!!! I had the original one and you will not be mad people. But don’t feed the birds!!

[@GregorBrown]

Yeah. So good! 😎

[@eolobrontolo9117]

Dear Mr. Gregor, good job. 👍 While in Florence, why don't you show the Teatro della Pergola, with the acoustical device made by the only real inventor of the telephone, decades before one Bell was born? I believe that the principal of the teathre would allow you to use it.🙂 Yes, i know, the electrical telephone ( "telettrofono" ) was made by Meucci many years after he built the device in the theatre, but i belive it'll be interesting as well. 😉

[@GregorBrown]

I've seen a sign there for him!

[@eolobrontolo9117]

​@@GregorBrownGreat, and thank you for your quick reply. 😉

[@sheilahamilton1747]

@GregorBrown…Braum’s? Where are you from? Hello from Broken Arrow 🙌

[@GregorBrown]

Oklahoma 💯💯💯 I grew up there before moving away

[@prairiedoggy1]

You said in a previous video that in Italy you shouldn’t eat food while walking?

[@julianravi1]

Hey which month is that you were ? At antico?

[@GregorBrown]

I think it was in May. Can't remember. ;) but I go there often. Just last week too

[@DavidMoriconiM3inspect]

what year is this

[@GregorBrown]

This was a compilation of several of my videos and some new content

[@m49nguyen]

How much to use the bike

[@kalinfuson7241]

Gota dance through the crowd bro Let your feet float.

[@GregorBrown]

So true! Lol

[@mattc.8887]

I remember when I went, there was an American walking by looking at the long line “it’s just a sandwich!” Pretty dang good sandwich. But ya crazy long line

[@GregorBrown]

Haha, that American wasn't wrong-it's quite a spectacle for 'just a sandwich,' but as you know, it's no ordinary one! 🥪✨ The long line is a testament to how extraordinary it is. Glad you enjoyed it, and yes, sometimes the wait makes the taste even more rewarding!

[@pegp8590]

I don’t see the names of these restaurants. Where should I be looking?

[@GregorBrown]

In the video description they should be there

[@zeenatmohammed2608]

Hi....I recently visited Florence...Rome and Naples. Our South African currency 😢 R20 to the Euro. It was rough

[@thefozzybear]

3:52 6 euros that's a bargain, no wonder there's a huge lineup.

[@frank_zapping]

Yes , in some other places in Italy they could ask from 10 to 15 euros for a gourmet focaccia!

[@bartonone2005]

What about Vivoli?

[@TDMoorethanjustORCHIDS]

I prefer I Fratellini for sandwiches in Florence

[@GregorBrown]

Those are good and the guys are really nice

[@kei8250]

Can I pay with my credit card in all restaurants in Italy?

[@GregorBrown]

Most but not all. Take cash.

[@kapilair1770]

Un favolo per favore

[@Nat-uk2gi]

Was he wearing glasses in bed ? Lol😂keep up the good work love your KZbin

[@GregorBrown]

:) Yeah, he was. 😎😎😎

[@midnightrambler9719]

I am from Florence and I've never been to th Antico Vinaio...🤣

[@breathedeepnow1]

Hi Sweden :) sauce boss

[@jaclynhammond1689]

Wait wut ?? I’m confused, in Italy, you’re allowed to have gelato after dinner, but not allowed to have a cappuccino 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@GregorBrown]

crazy but true :)

[@sucel3848]

@@jaclynhammond1689 Neither do I. It's said that they don't drink milk after midday, but many gelato are made with cream and milk. So...?

[@alessio87284]

Cappuccino is only for breakfast.. some italians take cappuccino in the afternoon(crazy people😂) gelato it s a tradition in summer night

[@abuzar1]

I’d like to collaborate with you for a Halal food tour in either Rome or Florence or the south of Italy. It’s an emerging market as more and more Muslims travel to Italy!

[@GregorBrown]

I heard. I think in Rome you could make good content.

[@abuzar1]

@@GregorBrown well if you want to make any videos together let me know! I’ll be there early May. I see you’re in SE Asia now.

[@markray157]

question - do they do gluten free?

[@GregorBrown]

yes, Mark! Many restaurants in Florence and throughout Italy offer gluten-free options now, especially given the rising awareness of gluten intolerance and celiac disease. You'll find that Italian cuisine can be quite accommodating! 🍕🇮🇹

[@savingplanetearth4623]

👍

[@Lou_Snuts]

I noticed that you were eating your schiactta while walking. Isn't it considered in bad taste to walk while eating, except for eating "gelato?" Clarification would be greatly appreciated. 😊

[@GregorBrown]

Good eye and yeah, you can break the rules which is great in italy

[@cristinacucconi7411]

Sai qual'e' il significato di Passera in Toscana? 😂😂

[@Liubomyr7]

this is HUGE

[@GregorBrown]

Long video! 😎❤️

[@southsmoke]

Stop giving this man Sugar and Caffeine 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@GregorBrown]

Haha, I might need to cut down a bit, right? 😂 Thanks for watching!

[@mariopalumbo9898]

I just wonder how you stay so slim the way you eat 😂

[@simonadunn7168]

What about gluten free? I know Italy accommodates for gluten free more than many places.? Can you check that out for us?

[@garganega]

I gained five pounds watching.

[@GregorBrown]

LOL. Laughing now!!!!!!

[@kst7347]

Is this usual now.. no one take US dollars ?

[@GregorBrown]

No they use Euro in Italy

[@LisaPalermo-e3j]

I Fratelinni is far better in my opinion than the more "famous" Antico Vinaio. Run, don't walk to Fratelinni!

[@kapilair1770]

Dove sono i fratellini?

[@maily8388]

I Don’t like they served cold breads in Italy 🇮🇹.

[@GregorBrown]

some place's I've seen it warm, but yeah, most places not.

[@Maloenton-Agency]

Ma parli italiano ! 😎👍

[@GregorBrown]

grazie!!!!!!!

[@eddyrademaker296]

My breakfast top location without a doubt @GregorBrown. is Caffe Lietta everything top notch and for a quick breakfast Caffe Gilli

[@GregorBrown]

good tip, Eddy.