The Best Local Bars in Florence

Explore the vibrant bar scene in Florence. From cozy cafes to trendy bars, our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Try Mago Balducci for expertly crafted Negronis and Aperol Spritzes or head to Empireo, a stunning rooftop bar perfect for cocktails with a view. Discover these and many more local gems for a memorable evening in the city!

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Babae

A restaurant with a "buchetta del vino"

"Babae" in Florence is a restaurant with an ancient 'buchetta del vino', a traditional wine window used to offer wine to wayfarers. It's beautiful inside!

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Restaurants

Laura

Scala

Apr 13, 2025

Alla Sosta dei Papi

Not just a wine shop

"Alla Sosta dei Papi" Florence it's not just a bar and not just a wine shop: it's the kind of place I visit once/week for an aperitivo & the relaxed vibe.

Bars

Snacks

Matilde

Ceseri

Apr 12, 2025

Sdrucciolo de' Pitti

A precious street

"Sdrucciolo de' Pitti" in Florence is a vintage street that has kept the neighborhood's old-time attractiveness! Come discover its secrets...

Bars

Relaxing

Shopping

Laura

Scala

Apr 9, 2025

Move On

Italian pub and record store

"Move On" in Florence is one of those perfect shelters! It's an elegant and modern pub on the ground floor and a record shop above it. I love the employees

Bars

Music

Snacks

Laura

Scala

Apr 9, 2025

Un Caffè

A glass of wine in a wonderful square

"Un Caffè" is a small bar in Florence run by some funny Sardinians. Everything's relaxed and nothing is fancy, but it's really friendly and easy-going...

Bars

Coffee & tea

Francesco

Cipriani

Apr 9, 2025

FUK

Florence Unpopular Kafè

"FUK" has become quite a popular café in Florence, despite its acronym - or the meaning behind it! Those guys are proud of their creative cocktaisl...

Bars

Francesco

Cipriani

Apr 9, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Florence

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Veronica

Kristina

You?

Laura

Francesco

Matilde

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Veronica

Kristina

You?

Laura

Francesco

Matilde

Babae

A restaurant with a "buchetta del vino"

Laura

Scala

Alla Sosta dei Papi

Not just a wine shop

Matilde

Ceseri

Sdrucciolo de' Pitti

A precious street

Laura

Scala

Move On

Italian pub and record store

Laura

Scala

Un Caffè

A glass of wine in a wonderful square

Francesco

Cipriani

FUK

Florence Unpopular Kafè

Francesco

Cipriani

Heading to Bars?

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