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Located in the charming Le Cure market square, Marco’s stall is known for its excellent trippa alla fiorentina as well as his Lampredotto. It’s a great stop if you’re heading toward the hills of Fiesole. — Le Cure

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Morning market hours; the piazza is a bustling neighborhood hub.

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Located inside the city's second-most-famous market, Da Simone is the neighborhood's go-to for tripe and Lampredotto. The vibe is much more local and less tourist-centric than the San Lorenzo market. — Sant'Ambrogio

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10:30 AM for a "mid-morning" snack like a true Florentine.

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A legendary stall operating since 1872. While they serve pasta and boiled beef, the Lampredotto is the star. Grab a sandwich and eat it on the wooden benches alongside locals and market workers for the most authentic experience in town. — San Lorenzo

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11:00 AM; it opens early and the Lampredotto often sells out by 2:00 PM.

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Run by Beatrice Trambusti, one of the few female trippai in Florence. She is famous for her "sbucciato" (peeled) Lampredotto and her fiery personality. Her cart is a staple of the San Lorenzo district. — San Lorenzo

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Lunch; Beatrice is very fast and the meat is always fresh.

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Situated right by the ancient city gate, this kiosk serves travelers entering the city from the south. Their Lampredotto is consistently high quality and they are known for their generous use of salsa verde. — Oltrarno

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Lunch; a great reward after walking through the Boboli Gardens.

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Not a kiosk, but a sit-down restaurant dedicated to tripe and Lampredotto. They offer creative variations like Lampredotto ravioli and tripe sushi. It is the best place to go if you want the flavor of the street in a more comfortable setting. — Oltrarno

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Dinner; a more refined way to try tripe in a beautiful piazza.

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A reliable street alternative to the more famous Nerbone inside. It’s perfect for those who want to eat their sandwich while continuing to browse the market stalls. — San Lorenzo

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Lunch; a perfect mid-shopping bite.

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Known as the "King of Lampredotto," Aurelio has a massive local following. His broth is famously flavorful, often featuring more vegetables and aromatics than the standard center kiosks. It is worth the trek for those seeking the ultimate local version. — North

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12:30; very popular with workers in the Rifredi and Statuto areas.

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Orazio Nencioni is a local legend who has been serving Lampredotto here for decades. Despite being in a tourist-heavy area, he maintains a strictly local standard. It's the most iconic place to try your first sandwich while sightseeing. — Center

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13:00; it's a great spot to watch the city bustle from the "Boar" market.

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A classic neighborhood cart that serves the San Frediano community. The Lampredotto here is rustic and honest, and the piazza provides a quiet place to sit and eat away from the center's crowds. — Oltrarno

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Lunch; a perfect stop while exploring the artisan workshops of San Frediano.

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A very "neighborhood" cart where the trippaio knows almost every customer by name. The quality is top-tier because he relies entirely on repeat local business rather than tourist traffic. — San Jacopino

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Lunch; a favorite for locals in this busy residential and office district.

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Part of a historic butchery family, this stall offers Lampredotto that is exceptionally fresh. They focus on the purity of the ingredients and their sandwiches are often cited for having the most authentic bread texture. — San Lorenzo

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Morning; they are part of a butcher shop so the quality of the meat is unbeatable.

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Leonardo's cart is a local institution on the busy Piazza Beccaria. His Lampredotto is known for being particularly savory and well-seasoned with black pepper. — Beccaria

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Lunch; very busy with commuters and students.

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Part of the Nigro family dynasty of trippai, this stall brings traditional Lampredotto to the modern food court environment. It’s the best option if you want to enjoy your sandwich with a craft beer and actual seating. — San Lorenzo

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Evening; this is one of the few places where you can get Lampredotto for dinner.

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One of the oldest kiosks in the center, run by the same family for generations. Their Lampredotto is known for being slightly leaner, and their location makes it the perfect stop for a quick, high-quality bite between the Uffizi and the Duomo. — Center

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Late morning snack or early lunch; centrally located and gets very busy with office workers.

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A true hidden gem that travelers rarely see. It serves a residential community and offers a Lampredotto that is as traditional as it gets, with no concessions for international palates. — Gavinana

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Saturday lunch; the piazza is lively with local market activity.

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Another solid entry in the tripe-heavy Sant'Ambrogio district. This kiosk serves the local artisans and antique dealers of the area and maintains a very high standard of broth quality. — Sant'Ambrogio

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Lunch; a great local alternative if the queue at Pollini is too long.

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Widely considered by locals to be the best Lampredotto in the city. The meat is exceptionally tender, and their salsa verde has the perfect garlic-parsley balance. It is a standing-only experience, best enjoyed on the sidewalk with a small glass of red wine. — Sant'Ambrogio

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Lunch; there is always a line, but the two Sergios (father and son) move it very quickly.

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A classic "match-day" stall that is a ritual for local football fans. The Lampredotto here is part of the stadium experience and is served with a heavy dose of local pride. — Stadium

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Match days for the Fiorentina football club; the atmosphere is electric.

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A classic cart in a high-traffic area. It’s fast, efficient, and serves a very high volume of sandwiches daily, ensuring the meat is always fresh out of the pot. — Rifredi

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Lunch; used by many employees of the nearby Careggi hospital.

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