If you're strolling through the center of Florence, immersed in the city's historical and artistic wonders, don't miss the opportunity to stop at Osteria Pepò. Located just a few steps from the Mercato Centrale, this osteria stands out for its elegant and rustic atmosphere, typical of old Tuscan taverns.
Historical photographs on the walls, chalkboards with the daily menu, and bottles of wine create a familiar and welcoming environment. It's the ideal place to spend an evening with friends, family, or for a romantic dinner.
The passion for Tuscan cuisine translates into dishes made with fresh and genuine local ingredients, prepared with care and respect for tradition.
As with any respectable Tuscan meal, your gastronomic journey at Osteria Pepò must start with the appetizers. For a complete taste of Tuscany in small portions, the mixed Tuscan crostini are a must-try. Each crostino is a small masterpiece, a perfect combination of crunchy bread and the best local products: liver pâté, fresh tomato, black olives, and other delicacies that come together in an explosion of authentic flavors.
If you prefer something warmer and more enveloping, the fried polenta with porcini mushrooms is the perfect choice. The crispiness of the polenta blends perfectly with the creaminess of the mushrooms, creating an irresistible combination of flavors.
For those who love to share, the Tuscan platter is the ideal option. A rich and abundant board that includes typical cold cuts like prosciutto crudo, salami, and finocchiona, accompanied by Tuscan pecorino cheese, coccoli, and stracchino. A true feast for your palate!
After the appetizers, your gastronomic journey at Osteria Pepò continues with soups and first courses, where tradition and innovation intertwine in a whirlwind of irresistible flavors.
For lovers of authentic flavors, ribollita is a must. A thick and tasty soup made with stale bread, seasonal vegetables, and legumes, encapsulating the essence of Tuscan cuisine. Its intense and enveloping flavor will make you feel at home. If you prefer a lighter and more delicate dish, pappa al pomodoro alla fiorentina is the ideal choice. A simple yet refined recipe made with stale bread, fresh tomatoes, and basil, surprising you with its goodness and freshness.
If you prefer fresh pasta, pappardelle with wild boar is a Tuscan specialty that will take you on a journey of unique and bold flavors. The wild boar meat, slow-cooked with spices and aromatic herbs, pairs perfectly with fresh pasta, creating an irresistible combination of flavors.
For truffle lovers, Osteria Pepò has two real delights in store: ravioli in truffle sauce and tagliolini with fresh truffle. The truffle, the king of Tuscan cuisine, gives these dishes an intoxicating aroma and unmistakable flavor, for a truly unique gastronomic experience.
After a rich journey of flavors between appetizers and first courses, Osteria Pepò offers an experience of second courses that celebrates Tuscan culinary tradition in all its exquisiteness. Here, high-quality meat is enhanced by impeccable cooking and recipes passed down through generations.
For lovers of rare meat, the Florentine steak is an absolute must. A Chianina beef steak, strictly grilled, providing a strong flavor and unmistakably juicy texture. Available in different sizes, the Florentine steak represents the essence of Tuscan cuisine that cannot be missing from your table.
If you're looking for a more particular culinary experience, the peppered beef stew from Impruneta is the ideal choice. A typical dish from the Impruneta area, made with beef muscle slowly cooked in Chianti wine and enriched with spices and chili pepper. The result is a dish with an intense and enveloping flavor, perfect for lovers of bold tastes and Tuscan tradition.
For those who love intense flavors, wild boar with polenta in the Maremma style is an experience not to be missed. The wild boar, slow-cooked in red wine and spices, is served with creamy and steaming polenta. A combination of rustic and refined flavors that wins you over at the first bite. A dish that captures the true soul of the Tuscan Maremma, taking you on a journey of authentic and unforgettable taste.
To end your meal at Osteria Pepò in style, you cannot resist the homemade desserts, true temptations for the palate that encapsulate the tradition and sweetness of Tuscany.
If you love classic flavors, cantucci with vin santo are the ideal choice. These dry almond biscuits, typically Tuscan, are dipped in Vin Santo, a Tuscan dessert wine, creating an irresistible combination of flavors. A simple yet refined dessert, perfect to conclude your meal with sweetness.
Whether you are a tourist visiting Florence or a Tuscan looking for a place to rediscover the flavors of your land, Osteria Pepò is the ideal choice. With its traditional cuisine, welcoming atmosphere, and convenient location, it will offer you an experience that will stay in your heart and palate. Buon appetito!