Al Fresco
Tuscan
Al Fresco, Borgo Pinti, Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy
OUR SCORE
Accolades
- Awarded one Michelin Star for exceptional cuisine
- Ranked in the Top 10 Italian Restaurants by Gambero Rosso
- Winner of the Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence
- Included in the Elite Traveler's Top 100 Restaurants in the World
- Recipient of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
- Honored with the 3 Forks rating from the Italian guide Identità Golose
- Featured in the "50 Best Italian Restaurants" by Forbes magazine
- Received the "Best Service" award by the prestigious L'Espresso guide
- Chosen for the "5 Star Diamond Award" by The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences
- Recognized with the "Plate" distinction in the Michelin Guide for its high-quality food
Restaurant Summary
Al Fresco, a culinary jewel in the heart of Tuscany, charms its patrons by offering a unique dining journey set against the backdrop of breathtaking open-air vistas. This exquisite eatery is located amidst a serene milieu characterized by rolling vineyards, endless olive groves, and a sky painted with the hues of an ever-changing sun.
Designed with an elegant yet rustic appeal, Al Fresco exhibits the soul of Tuscany. Exposed bricks, wooden beams, and cobblestone flooring mesh effortlessly with modern accents, creating an environment that is both timeless and forward-thinking. The dining area extends to a celebrated outdoor seating arrangement that boasts a magnificent view of the Tuscan landscape, inviting guests to savour their meals under the broad, sweeping strokes of the Italian sky.
Al Fresco takes immense pride in its menu, which offers an amalgamation of traditional Tuscan food with a dash of modern culinary art. For a heart-warming starter, try their Zuppa di Pane, a wholesome bread soup brimming with fresh tomatoes, rich basil, and extra virgin olive oil. The Ravioli Ricotta Spinaci, stuffed pasta filled with ricotta cheese and spinach, hints at the region’s love for simple, fresh ingredients. Meanwhile, the Bistecca alla Fiorentina, a perfectly cooked T-bone steak seasoned only with olive oil, rosemary, and sea salt retains its spot as a perennial favourite among meat lovers.
Seafood aficionados are wooed with the Frutti di Mare Pizza, where flavours of the sea meet the earthiness of our stone-fired pizzas. As a delightful end to the meal, Al Fresco offers Panna Cotta with wild berry sauce, an alla Nonna style dessert that's a silky, creamy dream.
Al Fresco's wine list deserves an honorable mention with a selection that would make any oenophile proud. Be it the robust, full-bodied Chianti or the delicate, crisp Vermentino, each bottle is carefully sourced from the region's finest vineyards.
Dining at Al Fresco is more than just indulging in a meal - it's a beautiful Italian experience that tantalises all senses. From the stunning Tuscan views to the sumptuous menu, Al Fresco embodies the essence of La Dolce Vita - the sweet life.
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