Melaleuca Florence Bakery +Bistrot | Brunch & Specialty Coffee

This quaint bakery offers ambiance, tradition, and delicious food. I ate a pistachio babka. I could taste every ingredient individually, together. What a great tasting experience. Everything was so fresh. My latte was perfect. I tried my son’s pancakes and they too tasted delicious. I highly recommend this cafe/bakery so much so that we went back the next day. I ordered the same while my son had the “Big Breky.” I’m missing my morning cappuccino from there. :/

Hands down to the best brunch I’ve had in Florence. the classic cinnamon roll is a the best cinnamon roll I’ve eaten also the scrambled egg was too. The only two things I didn’t enjoy was the matcha latte and the waiting part otherwise everything was more than great. Worth the visit.

we're looking for a more balanced breakfast and this is the place. the food was hearty, service is warm and the place is cozy. we had nduja chili eggs which is great! the sourness from the yoghurt combined with a bit of spices is really nice. egg was cooked nicely too, not overcooked. and the cinammon roll was one of the best we had. not overly sweet, warm, and soft in texture with a bit of crunch externally. really enjoyed our breakfast here!

Melaleluca was on my list before my arrival in Florence. I managed to have breakfast on my last day and would definitely have chosen if I stayed longer. They start early in the morning, I was there around 8:30 AM and it was almost full, but you can also grab some breakfast pastry and coffee. I tried poached eggs on toast, cinnamon roll (one of the best) and cappuccino. They has good variety of pastry, also pumpkin spiced rolls. The service was very lovely and food was served really fast. Very nice place to enjoy your breakfast near Arno river.

Such a lovely cafe. Came for brunch each morning we stayed in Florence. Wait time was less than 5 minutes - you may have to wait longer in a bigger group, but the QR code makes queuing up easy! Coffee, matcha, food and service was excellent. Will definitely be back!

cute little cafe. the cinnamon scroll would have to be the best we’ve had! goo coffee and bacon benedict was delicious too. HASH BROWN is a must eat too!

We’ve been in Italy for a week and finally found a proper breakfast place with eggs, bacon, etc. Very tasty brunch. Probably the best cinnamon roll we’ve had. Mimosas were refreshing. Service is fantastic. Highly recommend, would definitely go back.

A MUST EAT in Florence! Fresh squeezed orange juice, the cinnamon rolls are so soft, gooey, and filling, and the poached egg sandwich on sourdough (add the avocado!) were the best way to start the day. This place was a hit for our family of 6 (4 kids ages 5-9) and they also had delicious kid-sized pancakes and large cappuccinos. Staff was very friendly and service was great

This review is long overdue for our visit back in November of 2024. I was looking up Nduja recipe and reminded myself this was the place that initiated my love for Nduja sauce. American/Aussie owned bakery brunch spot by the river, such a cute little eatery. We loved our visit and though it's definitely more of a touristy spot, as most customers spoke English, the food was delicious to forgo the tourist trappy vibes. We shared a plate and added some items as we didn't want to get too stuffed on our first day of Florence. We had the Nduja Eggs plate with bacon and avocado added. Nduja is a spicy Calabrian pepper spreadable pork sauce, and oh boy was it so flavorful. If I remembered correctly, Melaleuca spread this sauce on top of a fried bread and eggs. I don't see it on the menu at the moment and it's probably a rotatable dish... but it definitely kicked started my hunt for the sauce. Since this is a spreadable pork, it's not something I could bring back to the US but I was able to find it online back home. The service was amazing and the beverages were delicious. Like many Italian places, the dining room is small and bathroom is a single small room that might require a small wait if they're busy. Didn't get to try their baked goods this last time, but definitely on our list to go back for more when we're back to Florence for a visit.

Another cute and comfortable coffee spot close to both our hotel and a tour meeting spot. The people working that morning were so friendly and welcoming, and seemed to be that way for every person already in there and those who walked in after us. My husband really wanted a pastry, but I wasn't really hungry, so I just got the Golden iced latte (€5). My husband ordered the Magic (€3) and their pistachio cornetto, which was one of the fanciest we'd seen. The drinks and his pastry came out quickly, and all were equally delicious. The service was great and we loved the feel of the space itself: the interior was bright and open and airy, and the outdoor patio, though a bit tight, was comfortable and shaded, with a great view of the river and the part of the city beyond.

Lovely and lively breakfast spot. The cinnamon roll was divine. Service was efficient and breakfast was very good. Lots of food.

Bright, welcoming spot to have breakfast with a menu of creatively created choices. The service was friendly, quick and the server answered any questions we had. The food was well prepared and tasted wonderful.

The cutest café that absolutely lives up to the hype! GET THE CINNAMON ROLL!! I thought I'd be the only one at 7:30am but it was completely full! Such a fun departure from traditional Italian fare during our trip to Florence.

A short walk from the historic centre down to the Arno, and possibly the best cinnamon roll in Florence. Their coffee game is spot on, as well. More emphasis on breakfast egg dishes, and more of an Australian take on brekkie. Alas, the cinnamon rolls were so good, we couldn't manage anything else, though neighbouring tables had beautiful egg and avocado and toast dishes. Lovely, sunny spot by the river, with plenty of small tables jammed in together. Very congenial vibe. Quite popular with young internationals, and many Italians, this a a change of pace from the standard Italian pastry/espresso bar, wonderful as they are.

Wow! What a lovely breakfast/lunch spot. Staff was warm & welcoming from the moment we waking through the door. Their food was some of the best we had during our trip. The sausage was so fresh and flavorful, this is a must if you don't have dietary/religious restrictions. Let me talk about the pancakes. There are no words for those pancakes!! They are a must; no questions whatsoever. Also, as american breakfasts aren't that common, this was a nice break from all the cornettos LOL. The cinnamon roll was fantastic & all the pastries looked amazing, if only I could've tried them all.

Wonderful little breakfast place. Best American eggs and bacon I've had in Italy... crispy bacon is perfect! The cinnamon roll was to die for! Good coffee too. Definitely worth the wait.

Wonderful little café! Absolutely incredible baked goods. I had two wonderful cappuccinos here and a pumpkin loaf that was to die for. And if you're American, this café is more akin to our coffee culture at home: single or espresso and lighter roasts as opposed to the dark Robusto that is more common in Italy. For this reason, I was unsurprised to see a large number of American college students both times I went. Definitely worth a stop when you're in Florence!

Great breakfast spot! It's trendy but the food delivers. If you like heat, try the Nudja Chili Eggs- total knockout.

This spot seems to be super popular for Americans, most customers here speaks American English which is quite interesting. The coffee here is on the spot! Absolutely no complain here. The food items we got were pretty good - more like what you would find at a brunch spot in US - but they made them very well. The pastries, interestingly is also American style, which is a minus for me, as personally I prefer Italian pastries a lot better. But if you are in town and craving for some American sweets, here's your spot!

If you are looking for a more substantial breakfast this is the place. Everything is delicious, the cinnamon roll is the best I have ever had. And the breakkie is great to split. Portions are generous. It is on the pricey side, I would encourage getting a pastry and splitting the larger plates. Lovely atmosphere and servers are great!

The breakfast was excellent. Lots of options. Very creative menu. Would definitely come back here again!

Honestly, it was great! The pancakes were delicious! The mimosa had fresh orange juice, i can not complain at all

Came in for a quick breakfast prior to meeting for a wine tour. Got there about 8:45 am and arrived just before the crowds, so we had our choice of places to sit. They have a good selection of different coffee drinks and tea as well as several pastries and breads. They also have several larger breakfast items. We had the eggs Benedict (stubbed tomato for the spinach). Eggs we're cooked perfectly, hollandaise was a bit tangy-it was a delicious dish. Also had the big brekkie-2 poached eggs, 2 HUGE slices of sourdough toast, bacon, sausage, Avocado and a salad. Again eggs cooked great, as well as the sausage and bacon. Service was very quick and attentive. Good for a quick or sit down breakfast.

closed until jan 4th at 8am. i missed them and thought it would be worth sharing. I will come by once it is open.

It's a good spot by the river with free WiFi if you have some time to kill. Sit indoors or outside, there's room either way. The matcha was the best one that I have had since coming to Italy so that was a pleasant surprise. Their sweet potato fries were also good, but the spicey mayo that comes with them was not. There was just too much going on with it. Their service is okay. Some were helpful and paying attention to patrons and others were not - like oblivious to what was happening around them level of not helpful.

I really liked the food I got overall but The coffee was very very bitter and did not have much flavor! My husband loved the pancakes and said they were amazing. The service was really good and quick. If you can make it there early to walk the by the bridge then it's totally worth it! We also got the hasbrown but it wasn't the best & it was kind of burnt.

Excellent quality food. Perhaps better than breakfast places in the US. Fast and friendly service. Prices are reasonable.

This was the best breakfast I've ever had. In my whole life. Wow. We started with the iced coffee with vanilla and it was just like coffee in the US. One of the best iced coffees I've had. The perfect amount of sweet and super good beans. Next the cinnamon roll came out and WOW it was the best cinnamon roll I've ever eaten. Warm and soft which I was not expecting. Has a cream cheese frosting on top that was perfection. Later we got the Smokey bacon Benedict and the chili oil eggs both of which were delicious. The like hollandaise on the Benedict was so delicious. I wish I could eat this again for the first time and I'd like to eat it every day I'm here. THIS PLACE IS A MUST VISIT!!!

When you are in Florence, Italy don't miss out on this exceptional breakfast/lunch eatery. Be prepared for a wait.

So overrated. Bagel was a hockey puck. Only good thing is the cinnamon roll. Don't bother waiting in line for this, so overrated.

Coffee is okay, service could be better. Ordering process is inconsistent. Prices are high.

Wow. This place is amazing. We waited a long time in line here, probably 30 minutes but it was worth it. Good and cute breakfast spot. It seems like they change up their menu too which is cool. I got the birria tacos, which I know was a weird choice to get at a breakfast cafe in Italy. However, they were amazing and flavorful. I also got an iced vanilla latte that was good. The service was fast as well. You can sit down and get served, or choose to wait in line for a pastry and coffee. It seemed pricier than other breakfast places, but not by a lot.

Loved the atmosphere, food was delicious and the staff were all friendly! Good value for what we ordered.

SPECTACULAR and I do not overstate. First, friendly, efficient, unaffected service. Then, breakfasts to dream about. My wife had a simple one: creamy scrambled eggs in the French manner, with spinach, and fine cappucino. And a splendid baked-on-premises French croissant, buttery and authentic.I went for the breathtaking "big brekkie" of scrambled eggs, sourdough toast, sausage, bacon, hallooumi cheese, roasted tomato, and a large cappucino. Everything was memorably fresh and full of flavor: no need to reach for salt, pepper, or hot sauce. Small tables and it's busy, but no one was rushed. I think I will need a Spartan repast tomorrow morning, but after that we will return. Don't miss this place: after a pleasant walk along the Arno, it is Paradise Found.

great study spot during the week. super cute small cafe. kinda ridiculously busy on the weekend so definitely avoid unless you are okay with waiting an hour or so. cinnamon rolls looked and (from what i heard) tasted amazing. never saw any gluten free pastries but no worries. i had the avocado toast and they were able to sub the bread for a gluten free cornbread which was pretty good. i was always full for like 6-7 hours after eating this because it was pretty dense but also super nutritious and filling. their matcha was pretty good as well.

Adorable spot with incredibly delicious food. Although its not the typical Italian experience, genuinely such amazing and creative food. Highly recommend! I had the cinnamon roll, and I was stunned with how amazing it was, thats a must buy. The tacos and avocado toast were also incredible purchases, cant recommend enough.

Like all the past reviews I concur that the food here is awesome as well as the service. My wife and I stopped in on Monday prior to touring Firenze for the day. My wife went with the Big Brekke, I went with the Avocado Breakfast. Both came with eggs cooked to order. The sourdough bread base was tasty and complemented the meal very well. The cappuccinos were great and hit the caffeine need for the day. They are located on the left side of the street about a quarter mile from the Ponte Vecchio bridge. I bought several chocolate chip cookies to go to share with my son and nephew (who decided to sleep in).

Great atmosphere with the location right by the Arno river. Always efficient service and great brunch food! I took my family who were visiting here and they raved about it being one of their favorite restaurants we went to in Florence. Highly recommend the cinnamon rolls and banana bread!

obviously amazing cinnamon rolls, but the bagels are also good! the closest to american bagels in florence imo. the coffee is meh

Smacked. American breakfast in Firenze or however u spell it. I fuck with the vibe if u want a cinnamon bun rip it so worth it even if you look like a melting ice cream cone with ur shirt off hahahaha Fr. Euro review #1

I couldn't try Melaleuca out the last time I was in Florence. But this time I had the chance to on multiple mornings! It did not disappoint. Their cinnamon rolls are delicious, their other pastries and baked goods were amazing. Breakfast plates were flavorful and unique. The team was attentive and patient. The space is bright and seating is limited so get there early if you have a large group.

EVERYTHING we tried here was phenomenal. All the ingredients are so fresh, flavorful, and just delicious! Fantastic cappuccino, best coffee I've tried yet in the Tuscany area, and really good OJ as well. Beautiful environment, very nice and helpful staff. Would go back here for breakfast in a heartbeat.

Tiny space with great food. Loved my pancakes - some of the best I've enjoyed! Nice ambiance and staff.

Great breakfast place in Firenze. Great food, friendly staff and a great place to start your day, right next to the water.

Small quaint café close to the main attractions of the city with great attentive service. All of employees were helpful and friendly. All of the food were homemade. The green tea, orange juice, lemonade and nordic pastries were delicious. Will definitely return from the USA to come back

Great breakfast place right along the river. It was busy but the wait wasn't too bad. The breakfast and drinks were fantastic, and the staff were all super friendly. Would highly recommend.

It was very crowded when we got here but we were seated right away. The staff was very friendly and we were served fairly quickly, especially for the amount of people that were there. My friend and I shared the sweet potato fries which were absolutely delicious. They were also able to make the pancakes without nuts for me since I have an allergy. My friend and I shared those as well and they were very fluffy and the fruit was fresh. I would highly recommend this to anyone in Florence!

A sweet little spot on the river. We walked to enjoy some breakfast. Easy to find. Busy, but only had to wait 10 minutes. I enjoyed the blackberry pancakes, bacon, & eggs. My daughter tried the cinnamon roll & banana bread....had plenty of leftovers to eat in our Airbnb the next morning! Polite and kind service. Worth the trek to get there!

We stopped in by chance one afternoon while walking around Florence, I'm so glad we did. It is small and very busy but charming. I had the strawberry ricotta pancakes with bacon and they were out of this world, I could eat them every day and never tire of them. They make their own sodas and I had the lemonade and my friend had the ginger beer both were excellent. While I was searching my purse for a charger one of the staff kindly offered to plug my phone in which was such a nice gesture. We spoke to one of the owners, the wife of the husband and wife team, such a lovely person and we made sure to tell her how much we loved the food. As we were leaving we saw the baked goods, everything looked fabulous especially the cinnamon rolls but we decided to get two cookies and they definitely did not disappoint. If you get a chance don't hesitate to stop in and enjoy the food, it will put a smile on your face!

I loved this cute little place so much! I ordered a cappuccino and a cinnamon roll to go and it all tasted so good! The cinnamon roll is absolutely amazing! It was all very affordable as well. The staff were so kind and welcoming and I love that it's right next to the river!

Everything is done really well here. Beautiful cafe with an amazing staff. The cappuccino and pastries were delicious! Loved it and will definitely return.

The best breakfast and brunch spot in Florence. It's pretty far away but definitely worth the walk. The Australian vibe is amazing and the employees are so nice and warm. The coffee and matcha drinks are amazing. My go to breakfast is the sourdough toast with scrambled eggs and a side of bacon! Love Melaleuca so much!!

Been here too often on my vacation in Firenze. It is one of the few places I've found that serves real breakfast- in additional to the usual Italians election of pastries, they serve AMAZING breakfasts during the week (brunches on weekend Fri-Sun, a slightly fancier menu) and have fast, kind service.

I never ever write reviews but this is one of the best brunch places I have EVER been to. The prices are so reasonable and everything I ordered was perfect. I would eat here everyday if I could. The staff is friendly and personable. Also the food is so fresh it tastes like it is from a farm next door. If you are debating between restaurants, COME HERE you won't regret it. Such a gem spot and cute ambience too :)

Today, I finally got the opportunity to try Melaleuca Bakery + Bistrot in Florence, Italy, and let's just say it did NOT disappoint! Upon arrival, I was greeted by incredibly friendly staff and a bustling cafe filled with the chatter of many students from the school next door. The cafe was beautiful and filled with lots of natural sunlight. There were so many choices on the menu that it was impossible for me to choose! I was quickly seated and could admire the beautiful views through Melaluca's large windows facing the river. I was so impressed by how fast my food arrived and how delicious it looked when it came out. I was so excited to dig in, and it tasted just as good (if not better) than it looked! I didn't want the meal to end! I was surprised by how reasonable the prices were! They were perfect for a young student studying abroad. Overall, this was the BEST brunch I have had in Florence! The cafe is in the most amazing location, perfect for a quick lunch in between classes. The extremely delicious food, amazing ambiance, fantastic location, and friendly staff make this cafe a MUST visit if you are in Florence! 10/10!!!

Good food but the level of disrespect at this establishment is outrageous. I flew from the United States just for Melaleuca cinnamon rolls and I am leaving Firenze without Melaleuca cinnamon rolls. It appears a requirement to work at Melaleuca is to be a pathological liar. I ordered my rolls only to be told they have run out as I see table after table around me indulge themselves into cinnamon rolls despite sitting down after me. Never coming back again you have ruined Italians for me and possibly cinnamon rolls.

LOVE this restaurant. It's the best brunch in Florence and they have incredible 100% handmade in house baked goods, cakes, cinnamon rolls, basically all the things you miss from being home in the US. They also have great WiFi, and beautiful handmade ceramic cups for their coffees. Highly recommended.