text Martina Olivieri

February 4, 2026

Food

Romantic restaurants in Florence

Where to invite your significant other for a special occasion

A romantic dinner at home or a surprise invitation to one of Florence’s best restaurants? Whatever your idea of Valentine’s Day may be, the city offers something for every taste: glamorous or intimate, gourmet or traditional, candlelit or with breathtaking views—all perfect for a truly magical evening.

And if you’re dreaming of a day of pure relaxation, Florence also offers unforgettable wellness experiences. Here are the must-visit spas in the city, ideal for treating yourselves to a romantic escape dedicated to relaxation and beauty

Cosimo Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
Piazza Ognissanti, 3
ph. +39 055 27152783

Cosimo Rooftop Restaurant & Bar offers a unique experience suspended above the Arno River. On February 14, the sixth-floor restaurant transforms into a romantic setting with 360° views, sunset over the city, and an atmosphere of refined elegance. The chef offers a five-course tasting menu, with high-quality ingredients and creative combinations, from raw seafood to burrata ravioli, seared amberjack, and a coconut dessert with exotic soup and lime meringue. Dinner is also available as a gift certificate, for an elegant and memorable surprise. (€200 per person, wine not included)

Winter Garden Restaurant & Bar - The St. Regis Florence
Piazza Ognissanti 1
ph. +39 055 27163770

For those seeking an exclusive experience in Florence, the Winter Garden at The St. Regis Florence is the ideal location to celebrate love. On February 14, the hotel's historic lounge is transformed into an intimate and elegant setting, with soft lighting, refined decorations, and live music provided by a string quartet. The Valentine's Day dinner offers a special menu, inspired by local tradition and reinterpreted in a contemporary key, accompanied by wines selected by Whispering Angel, Château d'Esclans. The culinary journey ends with an exclusive dessert created by Executive Chef Gentian Shehi, designed to make the evening unforgettable. (€230 per person)

Il Palagio - Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
Borgo Pinti, 99
ph. +39 055 2626450

Immerso nel parco secolare che circonda il Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, il ristorante Il Palagio sotto la guida dello chef Paolo Lavezzini è pronto a farvi vivere una serata indimenticabile. La cucina punta all’essenza della materia e al gusto autentico, in un’atmosfera calda, avvolgente ed elegante. Il menù degustazione, vero viaggio sensoriale, comprende creazioni come:Variazioni di topinambur, cavolo nero e tartufo nero pregiato; Capesante arrostite, finocchi invernali, aria di crostacei allo champagne; Risotto riserva San Massimo mantecato al foie-gras d’oca, scampetti di Livorno e lamponi; Agnolotti di polenta, ragù di piccione, gin toscano, olive in salamoia e formaggio erborinato; Biancostato marinato e cotto sulla brace, salsa al melograno, hummus di ceci e yogurt; Sorbetto all'acqua di lamponi con petali di rosa; Spuma di cioccolato avorio, agrumi toscani, caramello e nocciole (200 euro).

Onde
Via Gino Capponi, 46
ph. +39 05526261

In the heart of the renovated Palazzo Del Nero at the Four Seasons Hotel Florence lies Onde, the refined restaurant led by Executive Chef Paolo Lavezzini. Inspired by the flavors of the Tuscan coast, Onde's cuisine offers dishes designed to bring out the best in champagne and fine white wines.

La Gamella - Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts Collection
Via delle Forbici, 21B
ph. +30 055 4049000

For Valentine's Day, Collegio alla Querce offers a unique experience combining mixology and haute cuisine. The evening begins at the Cigar Lounge with a cocktail masterclass led by expert mixologists, dedicated to aphrodisiac notes, refined techniques, and layered aromas, designed to awaken the senses and create a dialogue between taste, gesture, and ritual. The experience continues at La Gamella with a 4-course gourmet dinner, where the freshness of the ingredients, the nuances of the sea, and an essential yet elegant cuisine accompany guests on a harmonious gastronomic journey. The menu ends on a sweet and floral note, leaving a memorable impression of the evening. (Cocktail Masterclass at Bar Bertelli: 6:30-7:30 p.m., $80 per person; 4-course gourmet dinner at La Gamella: $160 per person. Experiences can be booked individually).

Caffè dell'Oro
Lungarno degli Acciaiuoli, 4
ph. +39 055 27268912 - WhatsApp +39 347 5580352

An Italian café with a contemporary touch, in a privileged location in the heart of Florence: the perfect place to celebrate Valentine's Day with an unforgettable evening of romantic views and flavors that blend Italian tradition and fusion creativity. The special menu for the occasion includes: Chef's Welcome; Salmon tartare with saffron sauce and romantic lettuce (Vegan option: Root vegetable variation with horseradish sauce and purple rice); Red turnip risotto, burrata cream, scampi, and basil; Swordfish fillet with purple cauliflower variation and myrtle sauce (Vegan option: Savoy cabbage with potato cream and black garlic; Mont Blanc with cassis. (85 euros per person; Wine pairing: 55 euros per person)

Picteau Bistrot & Bar
Borgo San Jacopo, 14
ph. +39 055 27264997 - WhatsApp +39 347 5580352

You can choose the delightful setting of Picteau Bistrot & Bar, inside the Hotel Lungarno, to spend a truly special evening and celebrate love with a spectacular view of the Arno and Ponte Vecchio. The menu includes: 3 tapas of tuna tataki, chickpea hummus, sesame, and basil; dry-aged marinated sea bass, guacamole, and tomato confit; and yellowtail tartare with green apple, yogurt, and herbs, paired with the Amour Toujours cocktail with Calvados, orange oleum saccarum, and Champagne. Then a tasting of tagliolini with burrata cream, raw pink shrimp, and lemon to share, paired with the Latin Lover cocktail with Winestillery London Dry Gin, rose infusion, and lime juice, or the Sweetheart with Woodford bourbon, waffle, maple syrup, and Angostura. (€120 per couple)

701 Rooftop Bar - Gallery Hotel Art
Vicolo dell’Oro, 5
ph. +39 055 27266721

On the top floor of the Gallery Hotel Art, the 701 Rooftop Bar offers breathtaking views of the city, including Brunelleschi's dome, Giotto's bell tower, and Palazzo Vecchio. Designed by architect Michele Bönan, the bar combines sophisticated mixology with an intimate and welcoming atmosphere, featuring handcrafted rattan and leather furnishings inspired by English clubs. For Valentine's Day, the 701 Rooftop Bar offers a special experience: a lobster roll to share accompanied by the iconic Boisson Rouge cocktail, made with Champagne, red vermouth, and gin. (€70 per couple)

Alassio
Via San Gallo, 97
ph. +39 0550986092

Located inside The Hoxton, Florence, Alassio offers a dining experience inspired by Mediterranean cuisine and comfort food, with references to the flavors of the Italian Riviera and delicate Ligurian influences. A concept designed for conviviality, with relaxed lunches and dinners accompanied by fresh and fruity cocktails. For Valentine's Day, Alassio presents a special menu at €150 per couple, which opens with an amuse-bouche of oysters and Villa Sandi sparkling wine, followed by sea bass tartare with raspberries and avocado, cappelletti stuffed with monkfish and dashi, and squid with escarole, raisins, and pine nuts. The finale is a delicate mango semifreddo, ending the evening on an exotic and refined note.

Irene
Piazza della Repubblica, 7
ph. + 39 055 2735891

On the evening of February 14, Irene from the Hotel Savoy invites you to celebrate love with an exclusive experience in collaboration with the Giulietta jewelry brand. The menu created by chef Fulvio Pierangelini combines elegance and Florentine tradition, guiding guests on a refined culinary journey that includes: Welcome glass of Bollinger Special Cuvée brut s.a; Marinated raw fish, winter melon, and spicy herbs; Burrata, turnip greens, and colorful broccoli; Lobster ravioli, oven-roasted cherry tomatoes, and Zolfino bean cream; Sea bream, crispy potatoes, morels, and seasonal truffles; Marinated pineapple and pink pepper ice cream; Soft raspberry heart, chocolate crumble, and meringue; Frivolities. (95 euros per person; 50 euros for wine pairing). During dinner, each guest will receive an exclusive invitation to the Giulietta boutique on Ponte Vecchio and will be eligible to participate in a drawing for an iconic piece of jewelry worth 3,000 euros, making the evening even more unforgettable.

Salotto Portinari Bar & Bistrot
Via del Corso, 6
ph. +39 055 5353555

Inside the charming Corte Cosimo I of Palazzo Portinari Salviati, one of Florence's historical gems, Salotto Portinari Bar & Bistrot offers an exclusive gastronomic experience curated by chef Vito Mollica. The menu, inspired by seasonal Italian excellence, takes guests on a journey between tradition and innovation, transforming each course into an unforgettable memory. The gastronomic journey includes: Welcome snack; Lightly seared amberjack with fennel and pink grapefruit; Fusilli ricci, king crab, and turnip greens; Pumpkin risotto, quail ragout, and prized black truffle; Roasted Iberian secreto, marinated turnips, and Bernese sauce; Coconut cream, raspberry and lychee heart; Coffee and frivolities. (135 euros per person, drinks not included)

Il Gusto di Xinge
Viale Belfiore, 2
ph. +39 320 9681806

Forget the classic Chinese menu: at Xinge, chef Xin Ge Liu's cuisine is a sensory experience that combines aesthetics, technique, and taste. Dishes that look like works of art transform dinner into a story to be experienced and remembered. For Valentine's Day, Xinge offers an exceptional tasting menu with wine pairing, accompanied by live music, designed as a romantic journey through refined flavors and poetic suggestions. Each course, from creative dim sum to soy-glazed pigeon with rose liqueur to Velvet Kiss black sesame tiramisu, celebrates love as an art form made up of details. (€150 per person with wine pairing)

W Florence
Piazza Dell'Unita Italiana, 4/B - Via del Melarancio, 1
ph. +39 055 9946600

For Valentine's Day, W Florence celebrates love with two special dining experiences. At Tratto, the evening takes the form of a Live Music Dinner dedicated to sharing: a special set menu, dishes designed to be enjoyed together, and the voice of Alice Mille live to create an intimate and romantic mood. All for €75 per person, including a glass of sparkling wine. Akira Back offers a more contemporary and sophisticated option, where Valentine's Day takes on an international flavor with a DJ Set Dinner accompanying a tasting menu inspired by modern Japanese and Korean cuisine. A bold and refined gastronomic journey, punctuated by a DJ set curated for the evening, at a price of €100 per person, including two glasses of sparkling wine.

Gucci Osteria
Piazza della Signoria, 10
ph. + 39 055 0621744

If your partner loves fashion and design, Gucci Osteria is the perfect restaurant for a truly special evening. Head Chef Takahiko Kondo's cuisine is inspired by his memories, travels, and creativity, combining craftsmanship and innovation. A gastronomic experience that celebrates Italian excellence and the unique vision of Gucci Osteria.

Locale
via delle Seggiole, 12
ph. +39 055 9067188

Tuscan culinary tradition is revived in a contemporary key, with skill and a touch of imagination. The exclusive hospitality has two sides: one more informal, linked to tradition, and the other sophisticated and trendy, enhanced by glamorous and evocative décor. The heart of the restaurant is the spectacular hall, the hub of the coolest aperitifs in Florentine nightlife, with a glass ceiling that opens up to the starry sky when needed.

Cibrèo Ristorante & Cocktail Bar
Via del Verrocchio, 5
ph. +39 055 2665651

The interior spaces of Cibrèo Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, together with its outdoor seating area overlooking the historic facades of the Helvetia & Bristol Florence and Palazzo Strozzi, embody the warmth and authenticity of Florentine hospitality. The menu celebrates the aromas and flavors of tradition, following the rhythm of the seasons and showcasing the best products of Italy.

Villa Cora
Viale Machiavelli, 18
ph. +39 055 228790

To celebrate love in its most refined form, Villa Cora opens the doors of its charming Hall of Mirrors for a Valentine's Day dinner with timeless charm. The evening features a refined menu designed to enhance flavors and ignite the senses: from a welcome aperitif to tuna sashimi, miso-glazed turbot, and Rosa Cora dessert with raspberry and chili pepper. (€280 per person, wine included)

Osteria delle Tre Panche - Hotel Hermitage
Vicolo Marzio, 1
ph. +39 055 583724

A culinary journey with the flavor of truffles by Osteria delle Tre Panche, with a sixth-floor terrace overlooking Ponte Vecchio and all of Florence's main monuments. A unique gastronomic experience in one of the city's most iconic corners.

Harry's Bar The Garden - Sina Villa Medici
Via Il Prato 42
ph. +39 055 277 1704

Harry's Bar The Garden embraces the exclusive international atmosphere of Sina Villa Medici, offering traditional cuisine and meticulous attention to detail. The menu designed for Valentine's Day includes: Chef's Welcome; Tuna tartare, sun-dried tomatoes, and caper blossoms; Champagne risotto with prawns and basil reduction; Oven-baked amberjack fillet with julienne fennel and green apple emulsion; Red Velvet with raspberry filling; Mineral water, coffee and friandises; Frescobaldi Leonia Metodo Classico and Terlan Chardonnay Kreuth wines (€95 per person). Musical entertainment with piano by Maestro Giuseppe Di Piazza.

Tiratissima
Viale Giovanni Amendola, 14/22r
ph. +39 055 8892741

For Valentine's Day, Tiratissima celebrates love with La Finissima, a new take on pizza with a thin, crispy base, served with signature cocktails or sparkling wine. The stars of the evening are two special pizzas: the white Pizza Valentino, with cheese and pepper, caramelized pears, and capocollo, and the red and spicy Pizza Valentina, with datterini tomatoes, ricotta, garlic, oil, saffron, and habanero chili pepper. To complete the experience, the Cocktail Passion, made with tequila, passion fruit, agave, lemon, and Aperol.

Ora d’Aria
Via Dei Georgofili, 11r
ph. + 39 055 2001699

The atmosphere is intimate, refined, and understated, perfect for a unique sensory journey. The romantic, warm setting, with just a few tables and soft music playing, will immediately put you at ease. The downstairs dining room is very nice, but the upstairs room with its open kitchen allows you to watch chef Marco Stabile in action. Every dish is an experience.

Atelier de' Nerli
Piazza de' Nerli, 8/9r
ph. +39 338 5988273

Where creativity takes shape. The restaurant created by Daniele Cavalli, son of the famous fashion designer, with its vintage atmosphere and “aromatic” cuisine by Piedmontese chef Gianluca Camilotto, has already won over Florence's chicest crowd. To top off the evening, you could even buy us a gift: all the furnishings, produced by local artisans, are available for purchase.

Enoteca Pinchiorri
Via Ghibellina, 87
ph. +39 055 242777 - 242757

For those seeking true exclusivity, don't miss the only restaurant in Florence to be awarded three Michelin stars, and one of the few in Italy. We are, of course, talking about Enoteca Pinchiorri. A cuisine that excels in its research and respect for raw ingredients, creativity, and control of cooking techniques.

Tivoli Palazzo Gaddi
Via del Giglio, 9
ph. +39 055 2398095

On the occasion of Valentine’s Day, Tivoli Palazzo Gaddi celebrates love through a selection of gastronomic experiences set within the Renaissance charm of the palace. From the private Dining Delight dinner, hosted in frescoed 16th-century halls illuminated by 500 candles, to the special five-course menu created by Chef Patronne Iside De Cesare for Milton by Iside De Cesare, designed to surprise with delicate and harmonious flavors. Completing the offer are the fine dining experience at Terrae Restaurant, featuring à la carte dishes that highlight seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, and the more intimate Afternoon Tea served in the Tea Room by Iside De Cesare. Four distinct ways to celebrate the most romantic day of the year, in the spirit of quiet luxury and conviviality.

Osteria della Pagliazza
Piazza Sant'Elisabetta, 3
ph. +39 055 2737608

For Valentine’s Day, Osteria della Pagliazza, located within the historic Hotel Brunelleschi, presents the “Menu Brunelleschi,” a tasting journey conceived as a sensory experience bridging culinary memory and contemporary cuisine. The evening begins with welcome bubbles and a chef’s amuse-bouche, setting the tone for a seafood-focused menu that plays with balance, technique, and contrast. From tuna tataki with soy gel and candied ginger to octopus with roasted potatoes, green sauce, and lemon-infused olive oil stracciatella, each dish creates a dialogue between freshness, savoriness, and aromatic depth. A tribute to Tuscan tradition reinterpreted through a modern lens, the squid-filled ravioli with Swiss chard cream and a reduced “inzimino” sauce is followed by red mullet in a bread crust, served with black cabbage pappa and dill beurre blanc. The experience concludes with a tonka bean flan, caramelized puff pastry, and passion fruit caramel sauce—an elegant and enveloping finale. The menu is priced at €109 per person, including wine pairing.

La Buona Novella
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, 16
ph. +39 055 27230

La Buona Novella, located within the Grand Hotel Minerva, presents a special menu celebrating the meeting of flavor and contemporary sensibility, in a harmonious dialogue between seafood, technique, and seasonality. The experience begins with warm mollusks and shellfish served with purple potatoes and grapefruit gel—an appetizer that plays on freshness and citrus contrasts. It continues with crab cannelloni accompanied by Romanesco broccoli and shellfish bisque, a layered and enveloping dish that balances delicacy and intensity. The BBQ amberjack with ’nduja sauce and turnip greens introduces a bolder note, combining smoky nuances and calibrated spiciness. To conclude, a vanilla crème brûlée with citrus sorbet offers a bright and light finale. Priced at €100 per person (water and coffee included), the menu reflects the gastronomic vision of the Grand Hotel Minerva and Collezione Em, where the culinary experience becomes an integral part of a broader narrative of hospitality and timeless beauty in the heart of Florence.

Luca’s Restaurant
Via Dei Cavalieri, 2/C
ph. +39 055 0105200

The Luca's Restaurant at Hotel La Gemma is an elegant Art Deco space with sophisticated interiors that reflect the colors of the Duomo. Here, award-winning chef Paulo Airaudo takes classic Florentine cuisine and transforms it into exceptional modern gastronomy.

Daisy’s Restaurant (House Of Nine)
Via dei Conti, 7
ph. +39 055 293777

For Valentine's Day, Daisy's Restaurant invites you to experience Love is Love, a romantic evening where music and atmosphere take center stage. The restaurant is transformed into a haven for lovers with a Soul & R'n'B Night hosted by Kavinya and the Daisy's Soul Band Live Show. With captivating rhythms, live love songs, and melodies that convey emotions, complicity, and desire, music becomes the perfect language to celebrate love in all its forms. An intense and engaging evening, designed to let yourself be carried away and share unforgettable moments.