What’s the vibe?
It’s hard to get more Florentine than a dinner at Cibrèo, where everything from the Ginori crockery to the Tuscan wine list to the cypress-scented hand soap in the bathrooms pays homage to this city. The restaurant’s late founder Fabio Picci is credited with bringing historic and homely Tuscan recipes into the restaurant sphere.
What are the prices like?
Rather confusingly, Cibrèo is split into two parts: a casual, rustic trattoria and a more formal, white tablecloth ristorante for special occasions. The prices change accordingly, though they share a kitchen and a number of dishes are on the menu at both. Expect to pay €15 to €25 for a main at the trattoria, and upwards of €35 for a main at the ristorante.
What should I order?
The menus change with the seasons, but there are certain staples to look out for. Offal and tripe dishes like lampredotto or chicken liver pate are outstanding, as are the stuffed artichokes during spring. For dessert, order the famous bitter marmalade cheesecake and a grappa.
What’s worth visiting nearby?
Just metres from the restaurant is Mercato Sant’Ambrogio, a vibrant and traditional fruit and vegetable market where much of the fresh produce on the menu at Cibrèo is sourced.
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