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100 Best Dishes
in the World
Out of 10,927 cataloged dishes, based on 395,205 user ratings (271,819 valid), these 100 dishes received the highest ratings.
96
Beef Cut
Bistecca alla Fiorentina
4.48
Italy
Most Iconic
Osteria dell'Enoteca (Florence), La Taverna di San Giuseppe (Siena), Antica Trattoria da Tito (Florence)
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Best Food Cities
in the World
Out of 16,601 cities in our database, based on 395,205 (271,819 valid) user votes, these 100 cities have recorded the best average ratings for regional and national dishes most commonly served in them.
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Florence
4.58
Italy
Famous for
Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Lampredotto, Ribollita, Crostini Toscani, Gelato al pistacchio
Best authentic restaurants
Osteria dell'Enoteca, Pizzeria Giovanni Santarpia, Gelateria dei Neri, Gelateria Perché No, Trattoria Sergio Gozzi
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Most Legendary
Restaurants
Out of 23,751 traditional eateries serving local dishes in our database, these 150 restaurants stand out for their longevity, reliability, and iconic status of the restaurant and its dishes. These are not just places to eat, but also cultural institutions for their cities. They are ranked taking into account three criteria: longevity, visitors ratings, and the TasteAtlas ratings of the iconic dishes they offer.
83
Founded 1953
Trattoria Mario
Florence
Established in 1953, Trattoria Mario is a family-run restaurant located in the heart of Florence. The kitchen serves food from the local market, and the seasonal menu offers typical rustic Fiorentine dishes, including Ribollita soup, Florentine-style T-bone steak, and Trippa alla Fiorentina. 
Famous for
Bistecca alla Fiorentina
128
Founded 1869
Trattoria Sostanza
Florence
Offering traditional Tuscan peasant food, Trattoria Sostanza has been a Florentine favorite since 1869. Its lightly-cooked artichoke omelet, decadent butter chicken, and the Florentine T-bone steak are highly recommended.
Famous for
Pollo al burro
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Most Legendary
Dessert Places
Out of 23,751 traditional eateries serving local dishes in our database, these 150 dessert places stand out for their longevity, reliability, and iconic status. These are not just places to eat, but also cultural institutions for their cities. They are ranked taking into account three criteria: longevity, visitors ratings, and the TasteAtlas ratings of the iconic desserts they offer.
86
Founded 1930
Gelateria Vivoli
Florence
Located in the historic center of Florence, Gelateria Vivoli has been creating and producing homemade ice creams with high-quality ingredients since 1930. In the last decade Gelateria has opened two more shops, one in New York and and the other one in Orlando.
Famous for
Gelato alla crema fiorentina
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Most Legendary
Ice Cream Places
These 100 gelaterias and ice-cream parlours stand out for their longevity, reliability, and iconic status.
22
Founded 1930
Gelateria Vivoli
Florence
Located in the historic center of Florence, Gelateria Vivoli has been creating and producing homemade ice creams with high-quality ingredients since 1930. In the last decade Gelateria has opened two more shops, one in New York and and the other one in Orlando.
Famous for
Gelato alla crema
27
Founded 1990
Gelateria La Carraia
Florence
Established in 1990, Gelateria La Carraia is an ice cream manufacturer and one of Florence's most famous gelaterias. La Carraria offers homemade gelato made from fresh and seasonal ingredients with focus on traditional Florentine flavors.
Famous for
Ricotta and pear gelato
40
Founded 1939
Gelateria Perché No
Florence
Established in 1939, La Gelateria Perché No! is an artisan gelato shop located in the heart of Florence. The shop is considered to be the inventor of semifreddo and the first to use glass cases for displaying flavors, as well as introducing vegan-friendly gelatos made from soy and rice milk. 
Famous for
Sesame seeds gelato
43
Founded 1989
Gelateria dei Neri
Florence
Located in Via dei Neri in Florence, Gelateria dei Neri is a traditional, family-run ice cream shop that offers fresh, made in house gelatos. Customers can choose from a huge variety of unusual flavors, including salted caramel, ricotta with fig, or gorgonzola.
Famous for
Ricotta and fig gelato
57
Founded 1932
Gelateria Badiani
Florence
Gelateria Badiani is famous for its Buontalenti, a creamy and rich gelato flavor named after the famous Florentine architect. Established in 1932, this gelateria has become a landmark for locals and tourists, known for its traditional approach to gelato making.
Famous for
Buontalenti
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Most Legendary
Cookbooks
While new cookbooks are published around the world every day, many of them outstanding, these 150 most legendary cookbooks that have played a pivotal role in defining cuisines and have taught the world’s best chefs to cook are a lasting treasure and heritage.
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First published in 1932
Good Things in England
Florence White
A compilation of traditional British recipes, gathered from various sources across England. It's a celebration of British culinary heritage, offering a window into the country's regional dishes and cooking techniques.
Cuisine
English
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First published in 2016
Florentine: The True Cuisine of Florence
Emiko Davies
Written by Emiko Davies, this cookbook delves into the heart of Florentine cuisine, showcasing the traditional recipes and culinary practices of this iconic Italian city.
Cuisine
Florentine
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