
4.5 ·
Settle in at Ristorante Il Guscio, a warm Oltrarno trattoria loved for its Tuscan cooking. Order homemade pasta, slow-cooked veal cheeks and a glass of local wine in a relaxed, polished room.
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Il Guscio is a trattoria on the Oltrarno side of Florence, offering the classic Tuscan sequence of antipasti, pasta and meat or seafood mains. Reviewers highlight dishes such as veal cheeks on mashed potatoes and duck ragu on homemade pasta, along with a warm, inviting atmosphere and attentive service.
A robust wine list backs up the menu. Some guests report needing to book in advance and leave a deposit, which they felt was worth it.
With a 4.5 rating and mid-range prices, it suits couples and locals seeking a considered, unhurried lunch or dinner, usually around 75 minutes.
Il Guscio is a trattoria on the Oltrarno side of Florence, offering the classic Tuscan sequence of antipasti, pasta and meat or seafood mains. Reviewers highlight dishes such as veal cheeks on mashed potatoes and duck ragu on homemade pasta, along with a warm, inviting atmosphere and attentive service.
A robust wine list backs up the menu. Some guests report needing to book in advance and leave a deposit, which they felt was worth it.
With a 4.5 rating and mid-range prices, it suits couples and locals seeking a considered, unhurried lunch or dinner, usually around 75 minutes.
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1h15
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lunchtime or evening
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Easy pace
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Everything was excellent! The food absolutely incredible. We had veal cheeks on mashed potatoes that were like velvet and duck Ragu on homemade pasta. The atmosphere warm and inviting. The service exceptional. I would love to eat there every night!!
susan Russo
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