What to order at Scudieri

Must order
Espresso, schiacciata alla fiorentina with chocolate cream, the cantuccini.
Signature drink
Espresso facing the Duomo
Editor tip
Open daily 07:30 to midnight. Terrace pricing reflects the Duomo view; counter is half.
CuisineCafé
Price€
NeighborhoodCentro Storico
HoursMon-Sun 07:30-24:00
Signature drinkEspresso facing the Duomo
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Location

Address: Piazza San Giovanni 19r, 50122 Firenze, Florence

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DrinkEspresso at the marble counter

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OrderSchiacciata stuffed with prosciutto, the daily focaccia and a Verrazzano Chianti Classico.

DrinkBakery espresso and Verrazzano Chianti

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OrderEspresso at the counter (€1.50) and a cantuccino dipped in Vin Santo.

DrinkEspresso at the marble counter

TipCounter pricing is half of table service. Open daily 07:30 to midnight; the terrace seats 60.

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OrderThe dense hot chocolate (€7), the cioccolato fondente in winter, and any sfoglia pastry from the case.

DrinkHot chocolate

TipCounter pricing is half of table; the piazza terrace is worth the €15 minimum for the Palazzo Vecchio view.

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