Michelin-Starred Dining in Florence
Florence has long attracted visitors for its art and architecture, but in recent years, its culinary reputation has reached similar heights. A number of Michelin restaurants Florence now hold places of distinction on the international dining stage, offering carefully considered menus in equally elegant settings. Recognised by the Michelin Guide Florence, these restaurants bring a level of precision and restraint that reflects both the city’s heritage and its evolving gastronomic identity.
In this guide, we highlight five of the most respected names among Michelin-starred restaurants in Florence, from long-established institutions to rising culinary leaders. You’ll also find practical information on where to stay to match the quality of your dining itinerary.
Top Michelin Star Restaurants in Florence
Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura (★)
Housed within the historic Palazzo della Mercanzia on Piazza della Signoria, Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura is a collaboration between fashion and fine dining. With one Michelin star, this compact and refined restaurant presents an international culinary identity under the guidance of chefs Karime Lopez and Takahiko Kondo. While some dishes revisit three-Michelin-star chef Massimo Bottura’s Modenese classics, such as tortellini in parmesan cream, others take their cues from the chefs’ Mexican and Japanese heritage. The menu balances experimentation with technique, delivering a distinctly contemporary experience within a setting that also houses the Gucci Garden museum.
Atto di Vito Mollica (★)
Set within the palatial surroundings of the Corte degli Imperatori at Palazzo Portinari Salviati, Atto di Vito Mollica offers a calm, sophisticated approach to modern Tuscan dining. The one-star Michelin restaurant is led by chef Vito Mollica, whose menu focuses on elevated regional flavours with particular attention to seafood and subtly unexpected pairings. The dining room, framed by 16th-century frescoes and the sound of a central fountain, provides a sense of historic continuity. From handmade breads to a curated list of local olive oils, the experience is both thorough and restrained, very much in line with the expectations of the Michelin Guide Florence.
Santa Elisabetta (★★)
One of Florence’s most discreet gastronomic destinations is Santa Elisabetta. This elegant restaurant occupies a first-floor room within the Torre della Pagliazza, a rare example of Byzantine architecture in the city. Limited to just six tables, the space is deliberately intimate, complemented by period details including a Murano glass chandelier. Under the direction of chef Rocco De Santis, the kitchen has earned two Michelin stars. His dishes are anchored in Mediterranean tradition, often with a focus on fish, while subtle Campanian influences add individuality. The tasting menus here reveal a thoughtful, contemporary expression of southern Italian gastronomy in a Florentine context.
Enoteca Pinchiorri (★★★)
A mainstay of Florence’s fine dining landscape, Enoteca Pinchiorri is the city’s only restaurant to hold three Michelin stars. Founded in the 1970s by Annie Féolde and Giorgio Pinchiorri, it remains one of Italy’s most esteemed culinary addresses. The kitchen is helmed by chef Riccardo Monco, whose dishes combine clarity of flavour with precision, avoiding excess and theatricality. Francesco Federici oversees the pastry section, while Alessandro Tomberli leads a front-of-house team known for its polish. Housed in a 17th-century palazzo, with frescoed ceilings and antique furnishings, the restaurant also holds a celebrated wine cellar with more than 80,000 bottles, many of which are exceptionally rare. Among Michelin star restaurants Florence offers, this is widely regarded as the most complete experience.
Saporium Firenze (★★)
Located in the Relais Santa Croce on the south side of the Arno, Saporium Firenze has earned both a Michelin star and a Green Star for sustainability. Chef Ariel Hagen leads the kitchen with a focus on local sourcing, low-waste methods, and seasonal precision. Guests may choose between à la carte options or curated tasting menus that trace contemporary interpretations of Tuscan tradition. Standout dishes include a modern reinterpretation of zuccotto, “Caterina de’ Medici’s rose”, presented with Alkermes liqueur and milk. The wine list is notable not only for its range of Italian labels, but also for vintage selections from the 1980s and 90s, catering to collectors as well as casual connoisseurs. It’s one of the Michelin star restaurants Florence Italy now positions at the intersection of environmental responsibility and technical rigour.
Taste the Best of Florence Cuisine
Dining at Michelin star restaurants Florence is not only about refinement. These are considered, deliberate meals that speak to the history, geography and culinary direction of the city. Each menu is shaped by the landscape that surrounds it and the traditions that still influence contemporary chefs.
Complement your gastronomic exploration with equally refined accommodation. At Dimora Italia, we curate an exclusive collection of residences in Florence, including elegant historic apartments and boutique homes outfitted with contemporary comforts. Centrally located yet discreet, they ensure that your culinary discoveries begin and end with an exceptional stay.
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