WHERE TO EAT The best Bistecca alla Fiorentina in the world (according to food experts)

"Bulwark of town's tradition since 1885, it's very popular, but you will find rare courtesy and cordiality here, as well as an excellent bistecca alla fiorentina, a true cult dish of Buca."

"Whatever the day, local Florentines flock here for a brilliantly blue bistecca alla fiorentina."

"Unless you’re a vegetarian, you can’t visit Florence and not eat the region’s famous steak bistecca alla Fiorentina. If you only have one, make it Buca Mario’s."

"Every trattoria boasts to have the best Fiorentina, but I have never found anywhere that compares with Il Latini. Definitely the best and biggest steak you will ever eat."

"The steak is fabulous, cooked over a charcoal grill."

"If you've been waiting to indulge in a perfectly cooked (and huge) steak Fiorentina, this is the place to do it."

"The Bistecca alla Fiorentina is insane. Prior to firing it on the grill, the servers bring the massive slab of meat to your table just to show you what you’re getting yourself into. The steak was cooked perfectly, rare in the middle with a delicious smoky crust."

"To the rear, there is a small dining room in which authentic Tuscan cuisine, such as the famous Florentine steak and pappa al pomodoro soup, is served."

"Glass case proudly displaying its highly regarded bistecca alla fiorentina – it's one of the best places in town to try the city's iconic T-bone steak."

"Anyone looking for sublime bistecca fiorentina should stop here."