Perched along the Arno with stunning Ponte Vecchio views, this Michelin-starred gem offers inventive Italian dishes in a chic, relaxed setting.
Borgo San Iacopo, 62r, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions
"Housed within the Hotel Lungarno, one of the most charming hotels in the city, this restaurant boasts the same elegant and exclusive style as the hotel. Chef Claudio Mengoni is at the helm here, having gained experience working in various Michelin-starred restaurants before returning home to Florence about three years ago. Here, he transforms carefully chosen Italian ingredients into refined fish, meat and vegetable dishes which respect the seasons and are beautifully presented. Sommelier Salvatore Biscotti is responsible for the excellent wine selection, which includes around a thousand different labels featuring renowned estates and small producers alike. It’s well worth booking one of the few romantic tables overlooking the Arno." - Michelin Inspector
"Part of the Ferragamo-owned Hotel Lungarno, Borgo San Jacopo sits right on the south bank of the Arno. Mengoni’s cooking is intelligent, accomplished, and elegant but never over-fussy; perfect for a gourmet treat. A recent spring menu included calamarata pasta with scorpion fish, broccoli, and tarragon, and lobster with potatoes and provolone cheese. For meat eaters, there was roast suckling pig with salsify, port shallots, and Dijon mustard; and for dessert, an orange-soaked babà with mascarpone and lavender cream. BSJ, as it’s known, has made a name for itself among smart Florentine gourmets who come for the inventive cooking and enjoy the sophisticated yet relaxed surroundings. There’s a fair number of well-heeled visitors and guests of the Hotel Lungarno in the mix, too. Top tip: Try and bag a table on the tiny terrace, which has lovely views of the Ponte Vecchio." - Nicky Swallow
"Top Table on the Arno This Ferragamo-owned restaurant is located on the river with in-your-face views of the Ponte Vecchio for the lucky few who manage to book one of the tables on the terrace. Chef Peter Brunel has been making waves with his creative menus: Borgo San Jacopohas been awarded a Michelin star for the past several years in a row.Yes, it's expensive, but it's a meal you won't soon forget."
"Top Table on the Arno This Ferragamo-owned restaurant is located on the river with in-your-face views of the Ponte Vecchio for the lucky few who manage to book one of the tables on the terrace. Chef Peter Brunel has been making waves with his creative menus: Borgo San Jacopohas been awarded a Michelin star for the past several years in a row.Yes, it's expensive, but it's a meal you won't soon forget."
"Michelin-starred food with Ponte Vecchio views The vibe Special night out The crowd Cool and sophisticated The drinks Impressive wine list The food Inventive and very pretty" - Nicky Swallow
