The best brunches in Florence

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Sundays in Florence are all about slow lunches, family gatherings and lots of relaxation and fun. Some people prefer to organise nice out-of-town trips with friends or relatives (here you can find our best suggestions on where to eat around Florence), others cannot give up a good lunch in a trattoria (here you can find the best ones in town), while others prefer to indulge in a light and elegant lunch, or a brunch in places full of history and charm.

Let's discover together those not to be missed, according to your tastes and preferences.

Four Seasons Hotel Firenze - Il Palagio
Borgo Pinti, 99
ph. +39 0552626450

The Sunday Brunch at the Four Seasons Florence is a must for anyone who wants to spend a day in good cheer. On Sunday mornings, Il Palagio and the Atrium Bar are transformed into a festively decorated banquet hall, where guests can help themselves at various stations scattered throughout the hotel's beautiful rooms, including the chance to peek behind the scenes in the kitchen. An Italian-style brunch that changes with the seasons, but where there is no shortage of great classics such as risotto and pasta, Piedmontese boiled meat with green sauce, pork loin with grapes, porchetta, as well as plenty of raw fish, baked ombrina and tuna belly in teriyaki sauce, to name but a few. The tables, laden with delicious wonders, surround the rooms and continue into the Sala Capponi, where you can lose yourself among sweet delicacies. Brunch costs €135 per person for adults, while children aged 13 to 17 pay €60, those aged 5 to 12 pay €50, and children under 5 eat for free.

Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection
Via delle Forbici, 21B
ph. +39 055 4049000

Every Sunday from 12:30 pm, the restaurant La Gamella at Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection turns brunch into a refined celebration of flavor and conviviality. In the open kitchen, fresh pasta is prepared to order, while the main courses are served family-style, echoing the most authentic Italian traditions. Adding to the experience is a weekly collaboration with a different Tuscan winery, each invited to showcase the region through a curated selection of labels paired with the menu. Among the upcoming guests, Ricasoli will be featured on November 23, represented by Francesco and Sofia Ricasoli, followed on November 30 by Tenuta di Biserno, with Niccolò Marzichi Lenzi and guest, for a new encounter dedicated to the art of wine. The table setting, featuring the Secret Garden collection by Aquazzura Casa, evokes the grace of Florentine gardens and celebrates the beauty of simple gestures. The Sunday Brunch is priced at €160 per person.

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

Every Sunday, Villa Cora offers brunch in the splendid frescoed rooms of the nineteenth-century residence. From November 23 to January 4, 2026, Executive Chef Alessandro Liberatore accompanies guests on a gastronomic journey that begins with a rich buffet of appetizers in the Sala delle Carte, continues with hot dishes in the Foyer, and ends with desserts in the Sala delle Ceramiche. Each event follows a specific theme, enriched by live music and entertainment for children. For Christmas, brunch will also be available on Thursday, December 25, offering a special experience among antique furnishings, precious fabrics, and details that celebrate the Florentine artistic tradition. The chef's preparations highlight seasonal and local ingredients, combining intense flavors and different textures in a contemporary culinary journey. Prices start at €110 for adults, with reduced or free rates for children, and include wine or champagne on festive occasions.

Alassio
Via San Gallo, 97
ph. +39 0550986092

The Alassio brunch at The Hoxton, Florence is an invitation to enjoy a relaxing, delicious, and convivial Sunday. In the heart of Florence's liveliest neighborhood, the hotel's elegant inner courtyard—enriched with centuries-old olive trees, potted lemon trees, and a scenic fountain—becomes the perfect setting for a refined and welcoming outdoor experience. Brunch takes place every Sunday with a menu that celebrates classic Italian cuisine, ranging from traditional dishes with a twist to creative offerings such as Eggs Royale, Lobster Roll, raw fish, Trofie al pesto, and Fritto misto. All accompanied by a selection of sparkling wines, fresh cocktails, and soft drinks. Live music by local artists and activities for children enliven the atmosphere, transforming Sunday into a true urban ritual dedicated to the pleasure of being together. Perfect for families, couples, friends, or travelers looking for an urban oasis, Alassio's brunch is an unmissable event for those who love to combine good food, atmosphere, and lifestyle.

Irene (Hotel Savoy)
Piazza della Repubblica, 7
ph. +39 055 2735891

Overlooking Piazza della Repubblica, the Irene restaurant at the Savoy Hotel offers an International Breakfast that has already become something of a cult favourite in the city. It is the brainchild of Fulvio Pierangelini, Chef and Creative Director of Food at Rocco Forte Hotels, who reinterprets Tuscan tradition with contemporary flair and ingredients of the highest quality. The signature dish of this breakfast? Irene's Eggs Carbonara, an Italian tribute to the international breakfast. Organic free-range eggs, pecorino juncu cheese – more delicate and less savoury than the classic Roman variety – and rigatino di cinta senese, a delicacy made from pork from pigs reared in semi-wild conditions in the Tuscan countryside. The result is a creamy, comforting dish that combines comfort and refinement, perfect for a Sunday with family or friends.

Irene (Hotel Savoy)
Piazza della Repubblica, 7
ph. +39 055 2735891

At Irene Restaurant in the Hotel Savoy, Chef Fulvio Pierangelini reinterprets Tuscan cuisine with elegance and refinement. Local, seasonal ingredients bring to life dishes perfect for a Sunday lunch with family or friends. Don’t miss the spaghetti with fresh tomato and basil, or try the Savoy Club Sandwich or the adult Mugello beef fillet served with colorful braised roots and Parmesan spinach. All paired with Super Tuscan and regional wines for a truly authentic Florentine experience.

Picteau Bistrot&Bar
Borgo San Jacopo, 14
ph. +39 055 27264997

If you want to spend a Sunday in a special place, Picteau Bistrot&Bar is just the place for you. Its terrace, beloved by Florentines at any time of day, allows you to enjoy spectacular views of the Ponte Vecchio and the Arno River while savoring delicious pizza alla pala and other exquisite menu items every day starting at noon, always accompanied by delightful alcoholic and non-alcoholic creations from Picteau's mixologists.

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

Everything here is ‘issimo’, even Sunday brunch! BrunchISSIMO awaits you every Sunday from 12pm to 3pm with pancakes with maple syrup and berries, beef carpaccio with Caesar sauce and burrata, Russian salad and soft-boiled eggs, avocado and salmon with caramelized lemon zest, Parmesan crème caramel and crispy mortadella, chicken and ricotta meatballs with tomato sauce, cheeseburgers with roasted potatoes, and ricotta and spinach cannelloni. And to toast, 375 ml of Lambrusco for every 2 people. Cost: €32 per person.

Ditta Artigianale
Via dello Sprone 5r - ph. +39 0550457163
Via dei Neri 30/32R - ph. +39 0552741541
Via Giosuè Carducci 2/4R - ph. +39 0559367419
Via Lungarno Soderini 7r - ph. +39 0553874550
Lungarno Benvenuto Cellini, 1r - ph. +39 055 7714875

This artisan coffee roaster serves a generous brunch every day, designed to pair perfectly with its carefully selected, freshly roasted coffees. Among the dishes we recommend you try: Smashed Avocado Toast, Hokkaido Pumpkin Toast (semi-wholemeal toast with smashed Hokkaido pumpkin, squash, halloumi, baby spinach, and pomegranate), Croque Monsieur (a classic with French Dijon mustard, homemade béchamel sauce,
Gruyère cheese, and cooked ham), and much more (à la carte menu).