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Essenziale
Simone Cipriani's open-kitchen counter cooking by Cestello
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed May 2026
Santo Spirito |
$$$ Upscale for Restaurant
| Tue-Sun 19:00-22:00; closed Mon
| Last reviewed: May 2026 Chef Simone Cipriani runs this stripped-back former garage as one of Florence's most quietly serious kitchens, cooking contrasting, ingredient-led plates from an open pass. The reworked social-table format and accessible pricing keep it a local fixture rather than a special-occasion trap. Booking and an appetite for the chef's instinct over a fixed script is the right approach.
Editor's Tip
Michelin Guide listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Essenziale — reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Essenziale?
Essenziale is located in Santo Spirito, Florence — Piazza di Cestello 3R, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy.
What are the opening hours of Essenziale?
Essenziale is open Tue-Sun 19:00-22:00; closed Mon.
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