The story
Just steps from the Duomo, Panini Tuscany is a tiny sandwich shop that defies its prime location’s tourist-trap tendencies. As Jack’s Dining Room notes, the “swaggy old Italian owner” speaks no English and hands out endless samples, creating a welcoming, no-nonsense vibe that makes this a standout for an authentic Florentine bite.
The real draw is the quality of the ingredients, especially the toasted ciabatta. Jack’s Dining Room calls it the best sandwich shop in Florence, specifically recommending the Porchetta con Pecorino Piccante, Peperoni Piccanti, Zucchine e Due Tipi di Pesto. Whether for a quick lunch or a sample-fueled stop, the combination of high-quality components and local charm makes Panini Tuscany a memorable destination.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2025.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 1 dish mentions say about the food
The porchetta con pecorino piccante earns raves for its bold, savory richness. Reviewers describe the overall vibe as rustic, hearty, and deeply satisfying.
“The ciabatta is such a nice switch up and the toasting crunch on this is so important. Also the pecorino cheese is so good. And then the spicy peppers and the zucchini in there is such a nice touch. I really like how this sandwich is different. It's not the same bread as everyone else in Florence and listen to the crunch game on this. You would think a sandwich shop this close to the Duomo is just a tourist trap. But they're using really good ingredients and their bread is genuinely phenomenal.”
What creators say
2 creators have covered Panini Tuscany. Most active: Jack's Dining Room
Panini Tuscany is a tiny sandwich shop right under the Duomo with a swaggy old Italian owner who speaks no English, offering endless samples and toasted ciabatta sandwiches that are genuinely good, not just a tourist trap.
Dishes mentioned
Porchetta con Pecorino Piccante, Peperoni Piccanti, Zucchine e Due Tipi di Pesto
The ciabatta is such a nice switch up and the toasting crunch on this is so important. Also the pecorino cheese is so good. And then the spicy peppers and the zucchini in there is such a nice touch. I really like how this sandwich is different. It's not the same bread as everyone else in Florence and listen to the crunch game on this. You would think a sandwich shop this close to the Duomo is just a tourist trap. But they're using really good ingredients and their bread is genuinely phenomenal.
- Jack's Dining RoomLoved
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The only sandwich shop that hands out endless samples, right under the Duomo — surprisingly not a tourist trap, with really good ingredients and phenomenal bread.
