Caffe Gilli, The Oldest Bakery In Florence, from 1733
Caffe Gilli The Oldest Cafe In Florence Italy.
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Caffe Gilli is the most old bakery in Florence, famous for its finest quality pastry and chocolates.
Established by a Swiss family in times of Medici, Caffè Gilli is the oldest cafe in Florence and the only Cafe in the city in Art Nouveaux style. Located in the prominent historic area of the Florence, it was traditionally favorited by writers, artists, musicians and actors from all over the world.
The history of Cafe Gilli began in 1733, at the Medici times, when the Gilli family moved to Florence from Switzerland.
They opened a bakery and small pastry shop.
Soon it became the place of gathering for artists, musicians and writers.
Nowdays, located on the same place in historical heart of Florence, at the corner of a famous Piazza della Republica, the charming café keeping hold of the memories and spirit of the old days.
Under the high vaulted ceilings, painted with frescoes, air is filled with the heavenly aroma of traditional freshly baked pastries, coffee and expensive chocolate.
In Caffè Gilli you will find the most amazing creamy cappuccino from the best coffee and natural milk, and delicious cakes and sweets, prepared from the highest quality ingredients.
Besides desserts in this cafe guests are offered best whisky, wine from Tuscany and different kinds of Italian liquors.
There is lovely outdoor space, belonging to the cafe, which is great in summer, autumn or spring.
For authentic Italian Breakfast start a day with Pistachio Cornetto croissant or Brioche, accompanied by Cappuccino or Macchiatone, enjoying the silky milk foam from the thin porcelain cup.
For lunch or dinner, there is selection of egg dishes, risottos (seafood risotto is amazing) , delicious sandwiches (Truffles, salmon sandwiches and more), pizzas and more.
Gilli Caffe is very vegan friendly, and many vegan options are available.
