I' Girone De' Ghiotti

I went during lunch and waited 30 minutes in line - and I’d do it all over again. The sandwich was hands down the best I’ve ever had: fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and perfectly balanced. This place is popular for a reason, and the wait only builds the anticipation. If you're in Florence and craving something unforgettable, I' Girone De' Ghiotti is a must. Just be prepared to queue… and maybe plan your next visit before you even finish the first bite.

You go in, order at the cashier and pay and they give you a number. You wait outside til your number is called. All in all, around 6 minutes. But it was at 4pm. The queue was long during lunch. The bread is cruchy, light, not oily like I thought, the contents were generously piled inside and very very fresh. Having a short line has its own flavor too 😉 We took it out and ate it in our bnb. Even cold, it was still very very good.

I came here from the IG hype. One of the influencer said it's the best sandwich in Italy and a must try. We arrived early at 10:30am just to see the location. The staff was outside relaxing and we had a chat. They were nice and gave us which to order, best seller, and what time to que (11:15am). So we went to the near by cafe just right by the corner and started lining up at 11:15am. They open at 11:30am. We were the first person. Not until 11:25 people lined up. We ordered #1 and the Halloween special. The Halloween special was my fav with bacon and cream. The bread was crispy. We ate upstairs. The food came out fast, probably in 2-3 min. This was a Thursday morning. It was delicious but I wouldn't say it's life changing like other reviews say 🤣 either way I recommend! Don't forget to eat the famous florentian steak tho it's so good. (Not in this store)

Best sandwich in Florence! The line can be deceiving but it moves quickly so don’t be discouraged, these are worth the wait! Take a look at the menu in advance so you know what you want at the counter. These Gus move quickly and you’ll have a warm toasted sandwich in no time. We tried their #1 and Rossa! The #1 was our favorite with the spicy spread adding a kit to our taste buds. And the toasted bread was a welcomed crunch to the other versions of this dish. They offer seating upstairs but most folks just grab and go as your sandwich comes nicely wrapped ready to eat over the counter. For the price and toasted bread this place won our vote for best sandwich in Florence!

Been in Italy 5 days and this could just be the best meal we have had so far. My wife got the #2 and I got the #7. They were heavenly ( as if Michaelangelo’s hands of God had made the sandwiches). The meat, the bread , the dressing. Had it for lunch and thinking about going back for dinner. The line outside extended down to the end of the block and took about 25 minutes. It would have been worth an hour. Also there are a few tables upstairs that no one seems to use which means we did not have to eat it standing in the street. Don’t miss this place.

Absolutely the best sandwich in Florence — totally worth the wait! The first day I passed by, there was a long line, so I decided to come back the next day. I ordered a small #7, and the moment I took the first bite, I instantly regretted it — it was soooooo delicious! I should’ve ordered the regular size. The next day at noon, I went back again. The staff outside were still efficiently managing the line. Suddenly, he asked if I had come yesterday — he said he recognized my shoes! 😃 This time, I ordered the large #7. The bread was perfectly toasted, filled with rich truffle sauce — absolutely amazing. The line was totally worth it. 😋😋😋

Amazing sandwich !! Easily one of the best in Florence and fully deserving its reputation. The line was long but moved quickly; we waited about 20 minutes, which is nothing compared to All’Antico Vinaio. I ordered their classic Suicida and it was top notch. Definitely a must-try spot if you’re looking for an authentic Florentine sandwich experience

This place was sooo good. Deserves it's reputation. We somehow got super lucky with no queue as we went a bit of an odd time of the afternoon. 100% endorse recommendations for the Suicida sandwich. It was the best spicy sauce we had at any of the sandwich places we tried (and we tried a good amount). Bread really great and sun-dried tomatoes on point. There's a small seating area upstairs as well, which was a bonus. Nice large beer available too.

We spent over a week in Rome and Florence last month, and I' Girone de' Ghiotti was low-key one of the best places we ate. It was both amazing in its own right and a great way to break up our pasta consumption, an outstanding little sandwich shop near the Duomo. We went around 1:00 on a Tuesday, and to our relief, there was no line at all. The place was certainly busy, but they seemed well equipped to handle at least the low season lunch crowd. The menu was posted at the entrance in Italian and English, in very large print, and there was an English sign by the register reading, "Sorry...we have not mayonnaise and ketchup...we can not mix the meat." I'm guessing they cut down the wait time with that one. Service was polite and efficient. We were upstairs eating our sandwiches within ten minutes of walking in. The shop must do a lot of takeout business, but that upstairs dining area was nice, a cozy room with a handful of tables and folding chairs. There was a wall covered in musical instruments, and a general air of uncalculated personality. The main downstairs space was like this, too, dominated by the large deli display. There were some floating shelves of wine and gourmet grocery items too, and a few seats at a counter running underneath. We shared two paninis, the Cignala and the Cimatori, plus two glasses of red wine, Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano. The sandwiches ran us € 8.50 apiece, while the wine was € 7 a glass. Less than $40 for a delicious lunch, complete with wine. The sandwiches were outrageously good, made with housemade schiacciata, these thin, giant, fresh baked planks of Tuscan bread. The Cimatori came with wild boar salami, sun-dried tomato, and pecorino; the Cimatory with Tuscan prosciutto, pecorino, walnuts, and honey. Both beautiful, and a great pairing, with lots of salt and a touch of sweetness. If you want a quick lunch in Florence with destination value, I'd strongly recommend I' Girone de' Ghiotti. It's been a few weeks, but my mouth is literally watering thinking about those paninis.

This is the probably the best sandwich of my life! I had this spot bookmarked as literally one of the only spots I needed to try in Florence, and it did not disappoint. The line seemed long but honestly moved so fast - we were in within 15 minutes. I built my own sandwich with salami, truffle spread, arugula, and sundried tomatoes. This was all stuffed inside their perfectly crispy, fluffy, yet light bread. It was SO FREAKING GOOD. The seasoning and slight saltiness of the bread had such good flavor, and the salami was so much better than many of the other salamis I tried - great flavor and not too fatty. I liked how the arugula added some freshness, and their truffle spread is DELICIOUS. You must get that if anything! They have seating both downstairs and upstairs, and we found a table upstairs to devour our sandwiches. We all agreed this was one of the best spots we went to all throughout Italy - so I'd highly recommend!

Waited over an hour in the pouring rain and would do all over again in a heartbeat. The sandwiches from I' Girone de' Ghiotti were just that good. At an incredible price, everything just has the perfect balance. From the freshness of the ingredients, to the crunch of the bread, to the fast paced environment with a line down the street. These are the types of atmospheres you fly across the Atlantic to experience when visiting Italy. Don't care how long the wait is, because it is worth it. Buckle up with your patience and have the best sandwich of your life.

We saw the line coming back from the Duomo one day and looked up this popular sandwich shop. We arrived at noon on a Tuesday and it took about 30 minutes to get to the front. We ordered the La Signoria special (mortadella) which is served in half and more than enough for two for lunch, plus aperol spritz at $5 each so total $23 usd. The foccacia was crispy yet soft, mortadella cut thin, with truffle pecorino cheese and arugula. We ended up eating it standing up a few blocks away but it didn't take long to devour. The hype is worth it for this Tuscan sandwich!

Absolutely lives up to the hype. It was the only viral place we went to that had a long line. We got there right when it opened at 11:30 and probably waited about 25-30 mins. The La Cignala was so good. The boar salami was delicious and the focaccia bread was thin and crispy. I struggle to eat bread and this was really light. I'd probably add pesto next time just to give it a little more moisture. My friend had the La Batigol and loved it. The sweet onion cream was so good. Definitely worth the wait and lived up to the hype!

I love this place. I've been to Florence several times. I've had the "other" guys several times, way too much bread. This is my go to. Bread is nice and crispy, almost feels like it's not there. The filling is fantastic. It's my favorite Sammie here in Florence. And they are cool with you adding things to the Sammie. Can't beat that service in Italy.

We skipped breakfast to go here one day. We got there around 11. There was already a small line. for those that don't eat pork, you can sub any meat for turkey. My wife had the #7 Golosa with turkey and I had a bite- it was insane! I had the #9 (see photo). The place is small and there are stairs that go up to a small seating area (only a couple tables seated 4). The sandwich was as good as it looks in the photos if not better. Super light but very satisfying. A must visit.. all the meats are hand carved on the spot. I would go back many times over. Buon appetito!

Girone was one place I really wanted to try in Florence. I had to wait in a really long line but it went by fairly quickly. I got the suicida sandwich and it was so good. They have so many sandwiches to choose from.

Sandwich on the left is the best sandwich I've ever had in my life (invidiosa #4) but I added tomato. The sandwich on the right is their most famous sandwich, (suicida, #1) which was also really great but the #4 was even better I thought. Line was insanely long, but worth it. We probably waited 30+ mins. It was delicious. The bread was flaky and fluffy at the same time, the sauce on the number 4 was incredible and the meats were so fresh. I love this place. Also, I got a sandwich and a beer and it only came out to €12! Not bad! They also have a cool little upstairs area where it was too busy and had enough room and was quiet enough where we could enjoy our food in peace!

So good, we went 2 days in a row! We tried 4 different sandwiches and they were all excellent! There is a line, but it's worth it. We went when the line was short and it still took almost an hour from the time we got in line to getting our sandwiches, so plan accordingly if you have an appointment to make. If you're starving, grab a pizza at the place a couple doors down to tide you over.

OMG, this place definitely lived up to the hype! The bread was hot from the oven and the sandwich was absolutely delicious. Bread was crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. We shared the "Suicide" and the "Violent" and both were equally tasty. The line moved quickly and service was friendly. Small shop, with just a few places to sit inside. We got it to go and noticed most people sitting outside on the curbs enjoying their sandwiches. Will definitely go back any time I'm in Florence!

Saw this after it was reviewed by someone on instagram about a year ago. Been excited to try it since we started planning our trip to Florence. The wait was well worth it. The bread was crisp on the outside but soft inside. The meats, veggies, sauces they use are all delicious. Family had a variety of different sandwiches today and everyone agreed they were amazing! Worth the wait

Food: If you like more of a crispy bread but still buttery and soft, then this is your panini place! Really great flavors and quality of meat. I've had better meat elsewhere but it's better than most. Service: Attentive staff. Ambiance: More of a to-go place. Very casual and line moves quickly.

We arrived here about 5 minutes before the opened. We are 3rd in line. I keep seeing employees who work there with shirts that say "it's not focaccia." Door opens we walk in. This place is tiny. Maybe 6 barstools along the back corner. Grab a drink when you come in, it's easier that way. You order and then wait for your sandwich. Ordering is quick, food is made to order so you'll wait a few minutes. My daughter got a small #3 Accidiosa, it was salami with fennel, truffle cream, eggplant and pecorino cheese. She also added hot sauce to the sandwich. I had the #10 Ruffiana, it's prosciutto, Gorgonzola cheese, zucchini and tomato. The sandwich comes out hot on this cracker thin, crusty bread. Now I understand the T-shirt. Either way the sandwiches were phenomenal. Everyone was happy. The sandwiches are really inexpensive and filling. The small size is enough for most people.

amazing food really enjoyed the experience. the long line is worth the wait. i liked it so much i tried to recreate the same at home.

Got here on a Friday just before 1:30 and it was pretty crowded. There was a whole line of people huddled inside, waiting to order their sandwiches. If you can make it through the crowd, there's an upstairs seating area but we didn't venture there. Between the waiting, ordering, and getting the sandwich, it took about 20 minutes. There are also quite a number of creations to choose from, so it's best to get online while you decide. We got the La Cignala (wild boar salami, sun-dried tomatoes, sheep's milk cheese). It was amazing. It isn't something I'd normally get - wild boar can be gamey, I'm not a huge fan of the texture of sun-dried tomatoes, and sheep's milk can have that weird tangy taste. But this sandwich was perfect. It had none of the bad aspects I would be expecting, and all of the good ones. Since this was a specialty sandwich, it was €8.50 but sandwiches range from €6-€9. If you don't feel like going to All' Antico Vinaio, this is a great option. They have more of a variety. I may have even liked I Girone better!

This place was hands-down one of my favorite places to est while visiting Italy! Their sandwiches are made to order and include the freshest ingredients. I had the La Rossa sandwich which had Tuscan prosciutto (raw ham), Brie cheese, truffle cream, and arugola. The bread was warm and soft and the sandwich tasted fantastic. All of the ingredients blended perfectly and the truffle cream especially was a game changer. I would love to return to Florence just to have this sandwich again! I also tasted the Cignala which had salami, sundried tomatoes, Pecorino cheese. This was also an excellent sandwich! I would love to return to Florence just to have this sandwich again!

There are a lot of sandwich places all around Florence but this place is hands down the best! It's a must try and even the drinks are great. Just look for the long line and you have found it.

Lucky enough to stop here during our food tour and WOW! What an amazing bit! We had a another place earlier in the day, and let me telll you, this is the best we have had so far!!! Mao fresh, the bread was so flacky and buttery. As soon as I finished I made plans to come back the following day!

Best bread and meats in Florence. Seriously the bread was a game changer. Small line at 1130 open. About ten seats at a bar to sit and eat inside. Staff is super friendly and works quickly. Great Sandwich!

I recently returned from a trip to Italy, and Florence was the first city we visited. I had asked several of my well traveled friends for recommendations before we left and I was surprised that this spot was number one on their restaurant list. Naturally, I had to try it and I was not disappointed. We arrived when the line was pretty short but that quickly changed. It was a little cramped inside which made it hard to maneuver or find a spot out of the way, but the staff was friendly and worked quickly. I turned their caprese into my own concoction by adding spicy salami and balsamic glaze, it was absolutely delicious. I have dreams about this sandwich. If you are ever in Florence and in their neck of the woods, you have to stop in and get yourself a sandwich.

Skip the line for Al Antico and come here!!! This place is definitely not a secret anymore since we still waited about 30 minutes in line for our sandwiches, but we would've waited even longer if we had to. It has the same set-up as Al Antico but the bread is to die for and the variations of sandwich combos and options are endless. There is some seating inside and upstairs which is nice. The best sandwich we had in Italy.

I' Girone de' Ghiotti doesn't just make sandwiches -- they construct edible cathedrals. Every bite balances art, science, and passion in a way even Brunelleschi would applaud. Forget Michelin stars; this place has celestial ones. The bread is warm and extremely crunchy. Best way to describe this sandwich is like a charcuterie in your mouth! We went here twice in 2 days and my favorite was the special with wild boar salami, we added artichoke and arugula but I'm sure they're all good! The others 2 we ordered were #1, which was spicy and flavorful and #7 (I like blue cheese but not on a sandwich, now I know). Maybe go after 4:00 pm and hope for a shorter line.

Great tasting sandwiches, but come early unless you want to wait for about 45 min for your sandwich. Bread was the perfect crisp, ingredients fresh. Yum Yum! But somebody please visit the Napoli pizza place next door! I felt bad it was empty and was going to go back but forgot!

Amazing sandwiches in a small side street. A must try. Great recommends, and they did not exaturate.

Quick lunch line great food! I'm an American so the only thing missing was crisps (chips)

Saw some 20 year olds eating these sandwiches in complete silence and giving each other looks- so I had to check the wrapper. It was right around the corner. Really amazing sandwiches. I ordered the Dante and my wife got the Caprese. Both sandwiches were heavenly. Took about 15 mins but it was worth the wait. Everyone there was working really hard and I was super grateful to happen upon this spot!

This is a wonderful carry out for sandwiches--stand in line --it goes fast and is worth it!!

Hands down, the best sandwich! A groups of us were walking by and decided to stop here for lunch. The people who worked there were so nice and patient. One of the people in my group had some dietary restrictions and they accommodated her with no problem. The line was long but moved pretty quickly. They don't have many seating options but it gave us an excuse to roam around and see the beauty of Italy while enjoying the food.

The lines are long but worth the wait. Try the #7 or #9. Staff is funny and delightful.

One of my favorite sandwich shops in Florence. The owners get all their ingredients from the region and work very closely with the producers and product. The food is fresh, delicious and super affordable. There is room to sit upstairs. The sandwiches are very tasty and there's a large selection of choices. 100% recommend this stop if you're in Florence. The dessert sandwich with olive oil, salt and Nutella is to die for !! Great shop, super friendly and welcoming owners. A wonderful address. The sandwiches are really good with very fresh ingredients.

This was the first spot my husband and I tried when we got to Florence and it did not disappoint! We got lucky when we entered because there weren't many people waiting in line but once we left there was a long line forming! I completely forgot what sandwiches we ordered but they were absolutely delicious. The bread was crispy and soft at the same time and the ingredients were so fresh. I think about that sandwich often lol.

Best sandwich shop in Florence. Tried the other "big" names here and kept coming back here. Best bread out of all the shops! The bread was thinner with a great crunch and won't cut your mouth! While the line can be long it moves fast. Highly recommend the 1. Suicida and add pecorino cheese. Tip: You can add other toppings but you can't mix/add more than one meat on the sandwiches.

Probably one of the best sandwiches you can eat in Italy. Yes it is better than All Antica Vinaio. My only gripe about it is that they only limit you to one meat. You cannot add more customizations, only substitute/replace for something. Very fast paced and packed. Lack of seating so you might end up eating on the street curb which isn't a big deal

Worth the wait 5/5, idk what yummy in Italian is but it's good! Got a number 1 and it's the perfect sandwich

We stopped here after going to Ponte Vecchio because it was on the way back to our hotel and got such great reviews. They spoke both English and Italian. The prices were good compared to other panini places we visited. There are some tables upstairs but very few. Very cramped up there. There were 2 seats outside but they were taken. The panini bread itself was very dry and hard. The meat was ok but they didn't add the peppers I asked for. It ended up being a salami and cheese panini. The guy that took the order got nasty with me and then realized it and tried to laugh it off. They did have an amusing sign that said no ketchup or mayo available. Overall it was ok at best. Not a great experience for me.

The food was phenomenal and there was a cool upstairs to hang out. All the sandwiches we ordered were unique. The service was very charming and efficient as well.

The best sandwich shop in Florence hands DOWN!! No hate to anywhere else but in my opinion completely untouched one of the best sandwich shops I've ever been too, studied abroad here going to miss this place so much when I leave!

Amazing sandwich on the heart of Florence. Local vibe, much better than the typical tourist sandwiches. Very fresh and quick service.

heaven on earth. there is no better sandwich. believe what you may, but this is genuinely the best meal you can have in florence and potentially the best in italy. WAIT IN THE LINE, ITS WORTH EVERY MINUTE.

These guys don't play. I' Girone is on par with just about any other sandwich shop in Florence. On the way to the train I made a pit stop for a to-go for my onward trip. Sadly for the train goers around me there was not any to share. I got the porchetta with pistachio creme and fresh cheese. Just amazing. That is about all I can say.

This place was absolutely amazing! Stopped in after seeing some great reviews for this place and it did not disappoint. The owners are super kind and were very accommodating with my mom who had some dietary restrictions. When we went it was quite empty and we were able to grab seating upstairs. The sandwich I had (the #1 on the menu) was hands down one of the best sandwiches I have ever had. So flavorful and delicious while also being simple. I also had the sweet Aperol spritz and it was yummy! Prices were reasonable. The owner was kind and even made us some of their dessert to try (Nutella on their famous bread with olive oil and sea salt); it was divine! We loved this place so much we went back again two days later before we left Florence. It is a must try!

Amazing! I don't think I have ever had a better sandwich. Line was crazy long at lunch time but worth the wait! We are in Florence for 4 days. I plan on going back. I hope to get one more sandwich before i leave! Fantastic!!

Delizioso!! Best sandwich in Florence. There was a line but they are quick, friendly and efficient! The spicy sauce is to die for. 5 stars all the way!

This is by FAR the VERY BEST ITALIAN SANDWICH I HAVE EVER EATEN (and I have eaten a lot!)! Incredible! 10 stars...Forget the tourist restaurants in the Palazzo and go straight here and be a local... sit on a stoop, eat deliciousness and have a beer or wine... that's Italy...I'm coming back tomorrow!!!

Incredible! Best sandwich shop in Florence. Line is a little long but worth it. Very filling food for the price.

The sandwiches were great and the service was amazing. Claudio is very sweet and gave us samples of wild boar salami and prosciutto. The line looks long but it moves relatively fast. Definitely try the nutella on schiacciata bread dessert!!

Delicious food, worth the wait and long line! Loved how everyone was eating outside on the curb! Flavorful and filling!

Another great sandwich spot! Prices are good and the people who work there seems to be very happy with their job. Once you go inside, go all the way through to the end to place your order and pay and you get your number/ticket for your order pickup. Good spritz too!