The story
Tucked away on Via dei Cimatori, I’Girone has earned a devoted following for its impossibly thin, crispy homemade Tuscan schiacciata. This husband-and-wife operation packs locally sourced meats and cheeses into each sandwich, and the queues are so long that staff use a microphone to call out orders, as Jack’s Dining Room notes. The menu features a porchetta sandwich, prosciutto with melted brie and truffle cream, and a Nutella creation finished with olive oil and sea salt—all built on that signature schiacciata. Jack’s Dining Room calls it a personal favorite, and the consistent 4.8-star rating suggests many agree. It’s a small, family-run spot delivering a distinctly Tuscan sandwich experience worth the wait.
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What diners say
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I' Girone is a beloved sandwich shop in Florence, celebrated for its crispy, fresh schiacciata bread and high-quality ingredients. Diners consistently praise the generous portions and excellent value, often calling it the best sandwich they've ever had. While queues are common, most agree the wait is worthwhile, and the friendly staff adds to the positive experience.
Sandwich Quality
The sandwiches are widely acclaimed for their perfectly crispy and fresh schiacciata bread, high-quality meats like porchetta, and flavorful combinations such as the Suicida with spicy salami or the truffle cheese La Formaggiosa Tartufosa. Many reviewers describe them as the best they've ever had.
Value for Money
At around €7–10 for a generously filled sandwich, diners find the prices very reasonable for the quality and portion size. The affordable Aperol spritz is also a popular bonus.
Wait Time
Long lines are common, especially at peak hours, but most customers feel the wait is justified and note that the staff works quickly to keep things moving. Some suggest visiting off-peak, like around 6pm, to avoid queues.
Staff & Service
The team is frequently described as friendly, helpful, and efficient, with several reviewers mentioning the owner's warmth and passion. A single isolated comment about rudeness is not echoed by the majority.
Variety & Options
The menu offers a wide range of sandwiches, including vegetarian and vegan options, as well as sweet versions like Nutella. Diners appreciate the ability to customize and the availability of smaller sizes.
Atmosphere & Location
The small, cozy shop near the Duomo has a charming, grab-and-go vibe with limited seating upstairs. The open kitchen where meats are sliced fresh adds to the authentic experience.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 7 dish mentions say about the food
Jack's Dining Room calls the porchetta sandwich the star, praising its juicy, crackling pork. The overall vibe is rustic, bold, and deeply satisfying.
“This porchetta sandwich is why you come to Italy. The bread is so crunchy and thin, but still airy and fluffy at the same time. The porchetta is some of the best I've ever had in my life.”
What creators say
3 creators have covered I' Girone. Most active: Jack's Dining Room
- Jack's Dining RoomLoved
Trying the best Sandwich in Florence Italy 📍I’Girone, Florence #sandwich #food #italy #florence · @ 0:03
I' Girone is a husband-and-wife-run sandwich shop in Florence serving the thinnest, crispiest homemade Tuscan schiacciata bread with locally sourced meats and cheeses, and the line is so long they use a microphone to call out orders.
Dishes mentioned
Porchetta Sandwich
This porchetta sandwich is why you come to Italy. The bread is so crunchy and thin, but still airy and fluffy at the same time. The porchetta is some of the best I've ever had in my life.
Prosciutto with Melted Brie and Truffle Cream
I'm slightly scared of this edge right here — I think it might rupture my lip. Honestly, some tears might come out. Pure emotions are running through me. This is the best Italian-style sandwich in the world. Nothing else to say.
Nutella Sandwich with Olive Oil and Sea Salt
This one is almost not fair — their off-menu Nutella sandwich with olive oil and sea salt. This combination should honestly not be legal. It's just one of those life-changing bites that you think about forever.
- Jack's Dining RoomLoved
These are the best sandwiches in Florence Italy #italy #sandwich #food #florence · @ 0:37
A husband-and-wife duo making the thinnest, crispiest homemade Tuscan schiacciata bread with locally sourced meats and cheeses — a true taste of Tuscany.
Dishes mentioned
Panino con Porchetta
This porchetta sandwich is the thinnest yet crispiest homemade Tuscan schiacciata bread I've ever had. All the meats and cheeses are locally sourced from Tuscan farms. You literally come to Italy for this bite — it's why you travel.
- Jack's Dining RoomLoved
I Flew to ITALY for This Sandwich! · @ 1:00
I' Girone is my personal favorite sandwich shop in Florence — a small family-run spot with incredible homemade bread and locally sourced ingredients that set it apart from everyone else.
Dishes mentioned
Porchetta con Crema Piccante
The bread is so crunchy and thin, but still so airy and fluffy at the same time. The flavor of the porchetta and the herbs stuffed inside is unbelievable. You literally come to Italy for this bite. It's why you travel.
Prosciutto con Crema al Tartufo, Brie Fuso e Rucola
There truly are very few places in the world that you can get bread this good. The crunch and the chewy combined is unlike anything I've ever seen. It's the bread. It's the local farms they use. It's their homemade creams that were inspired by the owner's grandma. Honestly some tears may come out — just pure emotions are running through me right now. This is the best Italian style sandwich in the world.
Nutella con Olio d'Oliva e Sale Marino
This one is almost not fair. If you combine the crispiest fluffiest bread with Nutella, sea salt and olive oil and toast it up, what do you think is going to happen? This combination should honestly not be legal. There's just nothing to be said. We're done here.
