A creative Oltrarno restaurant and gastronomia on Via delle Caldaie 12R, known for innovative seasonal Tuscan small plates, house-made bread and pasta, and a focused menu that changes frequently. A neighbourhood favourite for quality-conscious Florentines seeking something beyond the traditional trattoria.
Gurdulu is a small creative restaurant and gastronomia in the Oltrarno on Via delle Caldaie, a short walk from Piazza del Carmine and the Brancacci Chapel. The restaurant positions itself between a gastronomy shop and a modern trattoria, offering a focused menu of seasonal small plates, house-made breads and pastas, and innovative preparations of traditional Florentine and Tuscan ingredients. The approach is contemporary without being pretentious — quality seasonal produce from small Tuscan producers, careful cooking, and a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere that appeals to quality-conscious Florentines and well-travelled visitors who want something beyond the standard tourist trattoria. The menu changes frequently; house-made bread is baked daily and features prominently in the bread-based dishes. Phone: +39 055 282223.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Tue-Sun lunch and dinner; closed Monday (verify current hours by calling +39 055 282223) |
| Reservations | Recommended |
| Address | Via delle Caldaie, 12R, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy |
Signature dishes
- Creative seasonal small plates
- House-made pasta
- Fresh bread baked daily
- Seasonal vegetable dishes
Good to know
- Known for
- Creative seasonal Florentine cooking in the Oltrarno — quality ingredients, innovative preparation
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Location
Via delle Caldaie, 12R, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy
43.7659, 11.2455 View on map
Highlights
- Creative seasonal small plates from small Tuscan producers — contemporary take on Florentine cooking
- House-made bread baked daily — featured throughout the menu
- Intimate Oltrarno setting near the Brancacci Chapel and Piazza del Carmine
- Frequently changing menu following seasonal Tuscan ingredients
- A neighbourhood favourite among quality-conscious Florentines
Tips for visiting
- Book ahead — the restaurant is small and popular among locals
- The focused menu changes frequently; ask the staff for recommendations on the day
- Combine with a visit to the Brancacci Chapel (a short walk) for a full Oltrarno afternoon
When to visit
Weekday lunch for a quiet neighbourhood experience. Evening visits are lively and popular with local Florentines.
Accessibility
The restaurant is at street level in the Oltrarno. Contact the restaurant in advance if specific accessibility needs are required.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gurdulu a traditional trattoria?
Not exactly — it sits between a gastronomia and a modern osteria, with creative seasonal cooking that goes beyond traditional trattoria fare without being a formal fine-dining restaurant.
What are the opening hours?
The restaurant is closed on Mondays. Hours for lunch and dinner service vary seasonally — call +39 055 282223 to confirm current times before visiting.
Is the neighbourhood easy to reach?
Gurdulu is in the Oltrarno, approximately 15 minutes on foot from the Ponte Vecchio. The area is one of Florence's most pleasant for walking and exploring.