Florence T-bone steak: a life-changing steak experience at Trattoria La Gratella

Trattoria La Gratella (Via dei Servi, 36R, Firenze) is a humble local restaurant tucked away in an alley near the Duomo. Unlike tourist-heavy spots, this place is frequented more by locals, and as soon as you step in, you're greeted by the rich aroma of grilled meat and the earthy scent of wine 🍷. It also serves as a gathering spot for locals!

The walls are adorned with old frames and wine bottles, creating the quintessential 'Florentine evening' atmosphere where time seems to slow down ✨. The star of the evening was undoubtedly the T-bone steak (Bistecca alla Fiorentina) 🥩. A 1.3kg T-bone steak was grilled over a large fire, coming out golden, aromatic, and sizzling hot! 🔥 The moment it was placed on the table, a spontaneous "Wow..." escaped my lips. The exterior was crispy, while the inside was tender and juicy—truly a masterpiece. The clean olive oil aroma and the moist medium-rare texture achieved a perfect balance. With every bite, I thought, "This is Florence."

The wild boar pasta (Pappardelle al Cinghiale) we ordered alongside was unforgettable too 🍝. The wide, soft pappardelle noodles were generously topped with wild boar meat braised in rich wine and herbs. The more you chewed, the more the meat's flavor unfolded, and the sauce clung perfectly to the noodles, making every bite a work of art. The combination of the smoky T-bone and the rich pasta flavors made for an impeccable meal!

After the meal, I sipped on a glass of house wine, savoring the lingering flavors while gazing at the Florentine sunset streaming through the window 🌇. If I ever return to Florence, I will undoubtedly come back here for the T-bone steak. Trattoria La Gratella truly embodies the essence of authentic local flavors 💯.

📍Via Guelfa, 81R, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy

Post by 굥2굥2 | Oct 28, 2025