"The Oltrarno's steak-and-wine room — chef Simone Cipriani's open-flame bistecca alla fiorentina and a deep cellar on Via Romana, cooked no further than medium-rare."
About Osteria dell’Enoteca
Osteria dell'Enoteca sits on Via Romana in the Oltrarno, the long street running south from Palazzo Pitti toward Porta Romana. Run by chef Simone Cipriani with Emanuele Canonico, it pairs a serious cellar — the "enoteca" of the name — with a short, tradition-first Tuscan menu, and has built its name on one dish above all: the Florentine steak.
For the Oltrarno and the wider city, compare the modern Tuscan Il Santo Bevitore, the homely Cibrèo Trattoria or the long-running Trattoria Cambi.
The Kitchen
The kitchen keeps the menu short and rooted in Tuscan tradition: top-notch charcuterie, a cauliflower flan with aged-parmesan fondue, a stand-out tagliolini with wood-pigeon ragù, and slow-braised beef. But the centrepiece is the bistecca dell'osteria — a Florentine T-bone grilled over open flame, seasoned with salt and rosemary, and, by house rule, cooked no further than medium-rare. It is steak-and-wine cooking with the cellar doing as much talking as the plate; expect an upper-range Florence bill.
The Room
The room is intimate and wine-focused, with bottles lining the walls and a quietly knowledgeable service that steers the pairings. It is smarter than a rustic trattoria but a long way from formal — a place to settle in over a big steak and a serious bottle. With limited covers, it pays to book, particularly for a weekend dinner.
Best for Anniversary
A big shared steak and a deep cellar make Osteria dell'Enoteca a satisfying anniversary or celebration dinner in the Oltrarno. The wine-led room also suits a milestone birthday, or an unhurried business lunch with someone who appreciates a good bottle.
Not for
Not for vegetarians, big groups or anyone who wants their steak well done — this is a small, wine-led osteria built around a medium-rare Florentine T-bone, and the kitchen will not cook it further.
Frequently Asked
What is Osteria dell'Enoteca known for?
It is a wine-led Tuscan osteria on Via Romana in the Oltrarno of Florence, run by chef Simone Cipriani, best known for its bistecca alla fiorentina grilled over open flame and a deep cellar.
What is the signature dish?
The bistecca dell'osteria — a Florentine T-bone seasoned with salt and rosemary and grilled over open flame. By house rule it is cooked no further than medium-rare.
Who runs it?
Chef Simone Cipriani runs the kitchen alongside Emanuele Canonico, pairing a short Tuscan menu with the cellar that gives the osteria its name.
How expensive is it?
Upper range for Florence — the steak is priced by weight and the wine list is serious, so a full dinner with a good bottle adds up.
Where is it located?
On Via Romana 70r in the Oltrarno, the street running south from Palazzo Pitti toward Porta Romana.
Reserve a Table
Reserve at Osteria dell’Enoteca
Limited covers; book ahead for weekend dinners.
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Practical Information
AddressVia Romana 70r, Florence
NeighbourhoodOltrarno / Via Romana
CuisineTuscan / Steak
PriceUpper range; bistecca priced by weight
Dress CodeSmart casual
SeatingIntimate wine-lined room
ReservationRecommended
