RAW VEGAN FIRENZE

Very busy! The people have found the best places again…. All vegan and gluten free. Employees all working very hard and despite the long wait, everyone was happy and enjoying themselves. We ordered the ocean bowl and it was better than we are used to in Los Angeles. But smaller than LA portions

Love it when I know I can trust what I’m eating. Being gf and df eating vegan is sometimes safer, and more flavour! This wrap so so fresh and crunchy and just yum! The carob iced chocolate i got too is something you don’t find anywhere so was an extra added bonus! Thank you for doing what you do

It is rare to find a place that makes both vegan and gluten free food. At RAW they don’t just do that: they will blow your mind! The freshness of the ingredients and the genius combinations of flavors were such a surprise. The raw base pizza was delicious. If I was living in Florence I’d be here everyday.

Normally I'm not too fond of raw food, but I must say that the pizza I had (Chickcheese) was really amazing, possibly because I love avocado and there was a ton of it on it. The juice was also good and the vanilla and chocolate cheesecake I had for dessert was delicious. So I must say that RAW changed my opinion about raw cuisine...!

Must visit! I had the cacio y pepe and it was almost like vegan Mac and cheese w zucchini noodles it was sooooo good I was so happy! I also got a green juice and coconut blueberry dessert, both were fabulous. I’m surprised to see any low reviews, I felt the portions were great for the price and also it takes a lot more time to prepare raw / vegan things of this quality to get the consistency and flavors. I was very happy and highly recommend!!!

Absolutely awesome place - had the quattro fromaggio buckwheat pizza and tried a couple of the others which were all incredible. Super indulgent yet wholesome :)

Wow! What an amazing place! The food is delicious, and the cakes are heaven in your mouth! I worked at a fancy café during my studies, and we baked vegan cakes, but this is incomparable! I’m extremely impressed, and although I’m far from being vegan, this place is my favorite in Florence! The people who work here are wonderful! Friendly, smiling! The atmosphere is fantastic, and I recommend it to everyone!

Literally a place where to eat raw vegan and fruit based pesticides-free delicious meals without even having to worry about added sweeteners or wheats of sorts, it ain't explicitly mentioned but I wouldn't be surprised if they sourced fair-trade or so as well considering the approach. Been there three times out of four meals I had in Florence, would've been there the fourth too and shamelessly if it was for me... trying new places is great but nothing beats going to the one that ticks boxes like no other, plus, the place is super nice and cozy and the girls are extra friendly and kind and even handled my absolute-Karen-level request to change some ingredients with a smile, and did I even mentioned how beautifully well presented the food is served? It feeds the eyes too. This must quite definitely be the place, never have I thought I'd find it but there it is. Thank you Raw Vegan Florence 🦩💚

The concept is great and the service was very friendly. Our smoothies were delicious but the pizza was a bit bland. Happy to have vegan options though and would definitely come back.

I'm not supposed to say this. While in Florence I gorged on gluten free and vegetarian pizza, pasta, tiramisu, chocolate dipped gelato cones, etc- THE DREAM. YET- This place was one of my favorite meals. Maybe because two days in my body was already feeling a vitamin or two might be nice. Maybe it was the cute table outside. Maybe it was the super friendly staff. I don't know but the delicious green smoothie, zucchini cacio e Pepe (CLEVER), and the peanut butter carob cake were most delicious and nourishing. It was the perfect chill evening meal after wandering the Boboli gardens. Pricey? Yes it was. But whatever. Your body will thank you and you can return to pizza tomorrow!

I might be being generous with 2 stars. I went with a group of about 10 people and no one enjoyed their meal. We got a build your own bowl and a wrap and they were both lacking in flavor and not very good. Some girls did enjoy their juices but that was about it. I really would not recommend or return and was not a fan. It sure does make you feel like eating pasta after though.

Located in a hipster area of Florence full of stylish cafes and boutiques, #RAW turns out plates of raw vegan food with a health-conscious bent. The "Raw Made in Italy" was a plate of zucchini noodles mixed with a pesto made of dried tomatoes and basil, and the sauce had a nice balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors. I was a bigger fan of the Chick Cheese Sandwich, which consisted of a fascinating warm, crumbly, earthy bread made of buckwheat and beets, and a filling of a chickpea flatbread, greens, avocado, and a vegan cheese sauce, which had a surprisingly savory, umami flavor. There were plenty of other appealing creations on the menu, and overall, the food here was definitely tasty and unique, though the menu prices were high for the portion sizes.

#Raw was a great lunch stop during my time in Florence! I'm not vegan, but I am gluten free and dairy free. So sometimes eating vegan happens naturally. I was really impressed with the menu at #Raw. Everything sounded so good! In the end, I went with an acai bowl. I'm glad I did! It was one of the best açaí bowls I've ever had, and that's not an exaggeration. It was creamy, just the right amount of sweet, and the cacao nibs I added to it were perfect (also came with a side of granola). My friends both ordered a wrap that looked incredible as well as matcha lattes. I ended up getting a chai latte to go and it was fantastic! Made from real loose leaf tea (please, more places do this!!) and cashew milk, it definitely hit the spot. The shop itself has a very earthy, natural vibe-- fitting and calming to me. The music choice made my friends and I laugh more than once. It was a random mix but we had a great time with it. The staff were so friendly and welcoming and #Raw really has a lot going for it. I'd happily stop by again!

All I wanna do is eat pasta, meat, cheese and drink wine and limoncello in Florence but this place makes it SO much easier to manage the temptation and to eat and drink healthier! They have plenty vegan options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I feel so lucky to be staying so close to this place! It's bright inside and has a 'nature feel' with all the wood, greenery, cute little cacti plants, and, of course, visible fruits and veggies. I come here for juices first thing in the morning and I love their açaí bowl for breakfast. You can choose your own toppings like quinoa, chia seeds, cacao, and coconut. They have cold pressed juices, juice shots, vegan burgers, tacos, wraps, bowls, stews, breakfast toast, and soups. Besides the obvious of having fresh, organic, vegan options, they even have 1, 3, and 5 day juice packages available for you to pick up 5 juices per day when you're ready. I can't tell you how grateful I am for this option. I feel like I have a little vegan angel on my shoulder keeping me on track! The menu is in English, they speak English, and ordering is easy; but if you want to try your Italian, they are patient with you and give you a chance to not be so touristy! This place is so clean, smells great, and has plenty seating-- outside on the patio, inside with bar stools. There's WiFi and a nice seating area in the back to get comfortable and bring your laptop, too. You pay when you order but they bring your food to you. The staff is SO nice and they love their customers and customers love them back. Tourist or not, they treat you with kindness and care about your experience. They are reasonably priced and have so many great options. With so many places to eat and drink in Firenze, this place is definitely worth more than one visit! Just remember, if you're visiting, you can STILL maintain your vegan ways at #RAW!

While traveling in Florence I was so glad to have found Raw to give my body some much needed veggies after eating ALL the carbs in pastas and pizzas! My friend and I both had the chia pudding one morning to bring with us on an early train. It was a filling breakfast that fueled a long hike! We enjoyed our breakfast there so much that we came again for a lunch- I had the veggie wrap with tahini sauce- it was truly delicious. Double check the hours before you go- it closes at different times throughout the week. Definitely check out Raw for some tasty fresh food options in Florence!

I went here for the first time about a month ago. LOCATION: It's located across the Arno, away from the busier areas of the city, but still not too far of a walk from it all either. 3/5 ATMOSPHERE: It's pretty clean and bright inside. The decor gives me slight tropical vibes. 3/5 SELECTION: It's all raw vegan, which means it's all vegan, and none of the food is cooked over 118 degrees Fahrenheit. They have juices, bowls, and smoothies, as well as regular food items, like wraps, salads, a burger, a pizza, and a few other things. 3/5 WHAT I GOT: I got their "Acai Cream Bowl." It was okay-ish, but definitely more towards the bottom of acai bowls I've had, and I've had a lot. The acai blend was too thin and a little soupy, and it could've been a little colder. Also, the acai flavor wasn't that present either, and it didn't show in the color either -- usually, good acai blends are dark purple, but this was more like light lavender -- which just goes to show they likely don't use much actual acai in their blend, which is kind of disappointing. The granola, however, was fine, as well as the fruit and other toppings, which you get to choose yourself -- I chose nectarine (although it could've been riper and there were some bruises, which kind of turned me off, but I ate it anyways lol), cacao nibs, sultanas (raisins), and shredded coconut. 3/5 SERVICE: The service was okay. The employee who took our order was nice and helpful, but my acai bowl took a long time for some reason. Like, the other people I was with's dishes came out, and then my acai bowl didn't come out until like 15 minutes later, and they were nearly done with their meals. 3/5

Great raw cacao gelato!!! Peanut butter cake was not that great Raw pops was ok Very friendly lady

If you need a meal that packs a punch of fresh food and veggies, #Raw is the place to go. With WiFi, a decent amount of seating, and an overall clean feeling it's a nice place to spend time. I have had multiple salads, wraps, juices, and smoothies and have been impressed every time. The cold pressed juices, 6€ for a bottle, are my favorite things to pick up from here. The green juice is very good - not too sweet, not too earthy. If you are looking for something sweater, try the pineapple! The staff has been patient and friendly every time I have gone in. It's a health food haven in a country full of carbs!

What a great find! Loved this place. The raw energy bar was extra yummy! Also they make all their own nut milks.

I ordered a Green smoothie since the positive reviews. The menu is in English and I made sure there is no peanuts in this smoothie because my daughter is extremely ALLERGIC to PEANUTS!!! Well, she had a small sip and said there is peanuts in this smoothie. And displayed symptoms immediately: difficulty breathing, hives, nausea, etc. Well they put PEANUTS in this smoothie!!! People DIE from peanut allergy!!!! She displays symptoms from just having peanut in the same room, or if someone with peanut oil touches her not to mention what happens when it is ingested. SO IRRESPONSIBLE of this establishment. And then they tried to convince me that I ordered something with peanuts in it. SHAME on YOU for not taking responsibility and not even apologizing either. WHY would I order something with peanuts in it when I've known for 15 yrs that she is extremely allergic to peanuts and has been rushed by ambulance to a hospital. The WORST experience in Florence was here. Just the WORST!!! Peanut allergy is deadly: Does someone have to die before you take note??? You should be SHUT down for irresponsible business practice. How can you be sure this is an honest business providing you with ingredients that they say they are. Maybe it's not organic, or gluten free and dairy free?

This place rocks!! A vegan, health conscious, gluten free eaters paradise! The staff is super cool and friendly and the food is made with love. I got the spring rolls with matcha nut milk each time I came and was blown out of the water. Also had the peanut butter vegan cupcake and the vegan raw crackers. Everything is raw vegan, gluten free and absolutely delicious.

What a full menu of options! Super fresh juice and friendly staff. I'm a former cold press juice employee and I love this shop. Highly recommend.

Great raw, vegan/vegetarian restaurant. I had been eating so many carbs on my trip to Italy and so raw was exactly what I needed as a break from all of the heavy food. I ended up going twice because I enjoyed it so much. The first time I had the acai bowl and the green juice. They were both amazing and I especially loved the bowl. The second time I went I had the vegan burger and the beet juice. The veggie burger was great and I loved the juice. I would definitely recommend if you are looking for something healthy as this can be pretty hard to find in Florence.

Very expensive, all organic & vegan foods & drinks. Matcha nut milk was €5.50, but it was actually very delicious & not too sweet. Employees are very friendly. Nice outdoor seating with WiFi that works outside. Trucks & cars driving by, but it's italy. Not sure if I'll go back, bc it was $$$, but definitely would recommend to those looking for vegan options in Florence. Food looks really good. Bathroom was large & clean.

I was in Italy for 10 days and completely underwhelmed and angry with the food. Florence was the only place I encountered with vegan options. I came here and stocked up on food for the hotel and the rest of my stay in other cities. LOL. My body was desperately craving nourishment and I am sooooo happy I found Raw. Being plant based on vacation can be VERY TOUGH. I walked 1 mile back and forth but it was worth every step. The owners were lovely and everything I had was beyond delicious. I cannot wait to return here! Changed my entire perception of Italia! I had the veggie wrap along with their delicious veggie burger. The bread that they dehydrate themselves was phenomenal. The green juice was just what my body needed and not too sweet! Bravo!

Amazing food here! My daughter and I took a taxi to eat here. There was a line out the door, all the customers were so chill waiting. The staff calmly greeted each of us one by one. Everything is handmade from scratch using the best ingredients, all gluten free. We ordered 2 Cacao Maca smoothies, Soaked Oats, & a Vegetable wrap. We relaxed on the outdoor patio with comfortable pillows while we waited. We chatted with others out on the patio, who all were in love with their food. We were also in love with our food, it was amazing! My daughter lives in LA, so we are use to amazing plant based food and this is one of the best! The Cacao smoothies is one of the best smoothies we have ever had! We will be going back this trip for sure! If you like plant based foods, fresh ingredients and feeling like a million bucks afterward, then this is your place!

By far the most amazing vegan restaurant I've been to in the world. Please go here if you visit Firenze! The woman who owns it has designed an amazing space and she is also so kind and beautiful. We will be back next time!

Raw is my favorite place in Florence for a healthy bite to eat that fuels me with energy. About an 8 min walk from the Ponte Vecchio. I am not vegan personally, but I really enjoyed the burger (very hearty and served with a flavorful pesto sauce) and turmeric ginger shot (not too strong and really helped my poor feet from days of walking as it is anti-inflammatory). The raw coconut is delicious and kept at the right temperature for crisp freshness. Banana gelato is fruity and light. Caroline (care-oh-leen), the owner, is there everyday and is extremely invested in her customers. It's very clear she has many repeat customers (both tourists and locals) because of the high quality of her food and the ambiance of the store, as well as her dedication to find the right option for each customer's preferences. Prices are quite reasonable (€7 for any lunch option). Zucchini noodles with pesto are also FAB. Overall - fabulous experience and delicious vegan food. Best vegan bread I've tasted (amazingly not too dense / crumbly). Pumpkin seeds add a great flavor to her spongy bread. She nails the texture of many of her foods (bread, gelato, sauces) which is often my main complaint with vegan food. If you're looking for vegan food in Florence, don't waste your time anywhere else. Hours are 11:30am-8pm.

I took a raw vegan burger to eat later, and it was unbelievable! I usually don't eat that much, but I ate the whole thing by myself, and my body absolutely loved it!!! They were also very kind, even though I wanted to change a few ingredients from the extracted juice. Wow! I wish I never left hahaha thanks for the lovely food guys

I got the spring rolls here and they were very good! The service was great and workers were friendly. Nice to find an all vegan restaurant and get a break from all the heavy oils and cooked pasta

Amazinggggggg. Fresh juices smoothies all super healthy! The owner was sooo sweet and even opened early for us to order juices the day we left the trip. Highly recommend! They will make you feel a million times better!

Fabulous raw vegan food! Portions are not consistent. Food is very tasty, ask for extra sauce if you need it (my friends always need more!) Some of the staff is very friendly and nice and some need to learn to smile and love life!! Great juices, great deserts and great food! Cute outdoor patio. Please bring your plates in when you are done, as it's busy and there are signs that say this but people strangely don't often do it!

I came across this restaurant while exploring Florence and man I am glad I found it! The juice was delicious and fresh, and the burger was AMAZING! I'm not vegan but I love healthy and delicious plant based food. I only wish I would have found this place sooner in my trip. Nothing like a healthy energizing meal to keep you buzzing around the city all day.

Wow! So glad to have found this place on our journey. It is a wonderful oasis. I didn't have a meal there, just the green juice!! I felt so refreshed and nourished after drinking it. Can't wait to try more of their impressive options.

Best vegan food I've had in Italy! You can really tell that the chef cares about the quality, taste, and presentation. Both indoor and outdoor ambiance was perfect. Grazie Mille!

The acai bowl was good, as was the house made granola it came with. The service was fantastic, also--the menu items were not groundbreaking or anything, but it was nice to indulge in something a little bit lighter than typical Italian cuisine during my stay in Florence.

soo good. i'm vegan and i thought i would be kinda screwed while in florence. but i found this place on yelp and it's AMAZING. i've gone here everyday i've been in florence and i've just gone through the entire menu. i love all the juices and smoothies and highly recommend the two wraps.