Cibrèo Trattoria

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The late, great Fabio Picchi’s celebrated Cibreo is beyond the budget of many pockets, but its more casual off-shoot (aka Cibreino) is a relaxed place in which to enjoy the legacy of Picchi’s famous Florentine-based cooking. White linen is replaced by traditional ‘carta gialla’ (yellow paper) placemats on rustic bare wood, while the service is more casual, and you may have to share a table. Start with a robust ‘minestra di pane’ (bread soup) or lasagna before moving on to chicken and ricotta ‘polpette’ (meatballs) or the famous Roastbeef (sic) braised in white wine.

Located at the heart of the buzzing Sant’Ambrogio market area, Cibrèo Trattoria — the annex to famous fine-dining Cibrèo next door — occupies a small, brightly lit room; yellow walls are hung with framed posters and prints, and rather cramped bare wood tables are laid with paper placemats and simple settings. The food at Cibreino, as it’s known locally, comes from the same kitchen as its grown-up sister restaurant, but without the hefty price tag. Be prepared to share a table at peak times; this is a popular place.

Cibrèo Trattoria, nestled in the vibrant heart of Florence, is a treasure trove of culinary innovation and whimsy. This charming eatery distinguishes itself with a menu that is both unique and adventurous, reflecting the creative spirit of the city. Their standout dish, ‘Tortelli di Patate’ – a sumptuous serving of potato-filled tortelli bathed in a rich butter and sage sauce – is a true embodiment of Florentine culinary ingenuity, marrying simplicity with a sophisticated flair.

Cibrèo is a family-owned enterprise, focusing on traditional Tuscan cuisine. And the Cibrèo culinary universe is centered in the Santa Croce neighborhood, complete with a restaurant, café, a Tuscan-Asian fusion spot, a culinary academy, and of course the Cibrèo Trattoria. We love the affordable menu of simple Tuscan dishes at the trattoria, so try a glass of house red wine with chicken liver paté to start and lampredotto stew for a fully Florentine meal.

trattoria cibreo- I really admire what Fabio Picchi does in Sant’Ambrogio and Florence in general. He does not tout pizza and pasta, and procures extremely, obscure and historic dishes with high quality ingredients. Such as beef cheek (guanciale di manzo) “francesina” (an ancient Tuscan style of re-boiled meat with onions, spoken of in Artusi’s food writings) The name “Cibreo” is the name of an Tuscan dish of Artusi based of chicken crests and livers.

Disclaimer: this isn’t your typical white-tablecloth institution. Trattoria Cibrèo is the informal offshoot of chef Fabio Picchi’s epicurean empire, which contains the fine-dining Cibrèo and cabaret-turned-café Teatro del Sale. The walk-in-only spot in the city’s Sant’Ambrogio neighborhood serves similar crowd-pleasers— gran pezzo (roast rack of beef) and coniglio farcito (stuffed rabbit)—as Cibrèo, but won’t bust your bank account.

Trattoria Cibrèo is just one part of the Cibrèo eatery conglomerate in Sant’Ambrogio, serving up homestyle Tuscan fare at a reasonable price. A Michelin guide restaurant, the food at the Trattoria Cibrèo is similar to what you will find at the expensive restaurant next door but without the elaborate atmosphere, service or plating. Expect excellent quality food served simply for a fraction of the price of the Cibrèo restaurant.

Started by chef Fabio Picchi, a great ambassador of Florentine cuisine, the Cibrèo Ristorante, together with the Cibrèo Trattoria, was the first piece of the taste empire he put together in the Sant'Ambrogio district. Broad beans in summer, Tuscan cabbage in winter, chicken liver, traditional dishes such as stuffed chicken neck... A skilfully crafted blend of nature and tradition for a mouth-watering lunch.

Via dei Macci, 122r, Florence (Doesn't take reservations) Open 7 days a week. This trattoria was opened at the same time as its restaurant version, by Fabio Picchi, and would be followed up by a café, buffet and asian-fusion version in the years to follow. This is one of the most well known restaurants in Florence and frequented not only by tourists but by locals which is always a great sign.

In fashion they call it the diffusion line: the more wearable range that real people can actually afford. That’s a good analogy for Trattoria Cibreo, the more casual sibling of Ristorante Cibreo, a fine dining destination for more than four decades. Known affectionately as the Cibreino, the trattoria serves up typical Florentine cuisine, from tripe salad to chicken and ricotta meatballs.

No problem, this is the best restaurant in Florence where you can skip the carbs and enjoy your fill on authentic Zuppe (Soups) and amazing vegetarian pates spread on freshly baked bread. To Try: Farro and bean soups are a must eat and a classic combo of typical Tuscan flavours. If you feel more adventurous order the minestrone made with red rice, its nutty flavor it will conquer you.

Just across the street from the il Teatro del Sale, you’ll find the collection of establishments bearing the name Cibrèo. If you’ve been dreaming about a truly ‘Italian’ eating experience since you arrived in Florence, this could truly be it. There’s a caffe, a trattoria, and a restaurant, all offering you traditional tastes of Tuscany in a setting that is as classic as its dishes.

Cibréo is not a restaurant but a Florentine institution for traditional cuisine in the heart of Santa Croce. They are named after a typical Florentine stew, cibrèo, that Catherine di Medici tried to export to France, unsuccessfully, when she moved to Paris. The restaurant is crowded and they won’t take reservations so it is first come first serve.

Trattoria Cibreo – A neighborhood favorite in Sant’Ambrogio. The trattoria is part of the Cibreo family of restaurants, which has been around since 1979, and also includes a cafe and higher end restaurant. I recommend starting with the baked lasagna for your first course and follow it with the chicken and ricotta meatballs for your second.

For members of Teatro del Sale, you can enjoy lunch for 20€ (30€ for dinner) at Trattoria Cibreo (excusing drinks. Also Cibleo, Fabio Picchi’s Tuscan/Asian restaurant in Sant’Ambrogio, is offering an interesting formula for takeaway set menus of his creative fusion dishes for 25€/35€ respectively for several courses.

Cibrèo Trattoria – There are five Cibrèo restaurants throughout Florence. All of them pay tribute to the foundations of Florentine and Tuscan cuisine. At the moderately-priced Trattoria, enjoy thick soups like papa al pomodoro and ribollita, roasted meats, odd offal dishes like stuffed chicken neck anyone.

While “Il Cibreo” is quite expensive and the café next door provides only light snacks, in the past few years Picchi has opened two new places on the same street: the “Cibreo trattoria,” a low cost alternative to sampling Picchi’s cooking; and a unique buffet-restaurant-theatre called the “Teatro del Sale.

Cibreo has two adjacent sites: the trattoria and the ristorante. They are different in character but alike in quality. The trattoria – which comes highly rated in the Michelin guide – serves more rustic Tuscan cuisine.

Cuisine: TuscanReason to visit: Classic Tuscan dishes, served in a warm and cozy atmosphere. CibrèoVia Andrea del Verrocchio, 8R, 50122 Florence, ItalyTel.: + 39 055 26656 10 Web: cibreo.com

Experience the excellent food that this Michelin-star restaurant in Florence has to offer. Cibrèo Trattoria is known for its top-rated Florentine and Tuscan dishes.