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Brac Libreria di Arte Contemporanea
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Vegetarian
Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Italian
Organic
Juice bar
This spot is a library, cafe and restaurant with vegan menu as well. Uses organic vegetable. Reservation suggested for Friday and Saturday nights. NOTE: Reported to be unreliable with bookings. Open Mon-Sat 12:00-15:00, Mon-Sun 19:00-00:00.
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Last update on 20 Oct 2021 by Guest
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295 Reviews
First Review by Vesanto
ZoRah
Points +121
Great food in lovely atmosphere - Edit
We visited Brac twice during our time in Florence and really enjoyed it both times. The atmosphere is great: clean, fresh and modern. The food was fantastic, we had potato & ginger tortellini and artichoke tagliatelle among other things, and enjoyed every dish. It's all women working there which was lovely as well. And you can browse the bookshop before our after your visit. Just make sure to book during busy periods as they fill up quickly.
Read morePros: Great food, Lovely atmosphere
Cons: Books up quickly
Guest
ShakedGvirtzer
Points +32
A nice place - Edit
The food was very tasty, the place was beautiful and it had a nice waitress. It was nice to eat there and it was calm.
Read morePros: The waitress was nice., The place was beautiful., The price was fine.
Cons: It had too many sauces.
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Gastropapu
Points +522
Many great options! - Edit
The menu is very interesting and everything sounds delicious. You can pick individual dishes or a plate (20€) of 3 small dishes (salad, pasta/rice and main) of your choosing. The food was really good!
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GuyYasoor
Points +125
Really nice - Edit
We enjoyed having lunch here on a rainy day. The staff were really nice and the food was good. I recommend the Seitan dishes!
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zachradge
Points +116
Cute and Unique - Edit
A restaurant within a bookstore’s greenhouse. Unique, healthy, and tasty dishes. Vegetarian but more than half the menu is vegan.
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EugeneLovesTofu
Points +1336
Nice - Edit
The food was nice, the service good and the place interesting.
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marmar_
Points +73
Don’t miss it! - Edit
Vegetarian restaurant with lots of delicious and clearly labeled vegan options. It’s in a bookstore, with a delightful atmosphere.
Read moreThe menu has three sections salad, pasta and specials, and you can get a combination of the three for 20€. They have delicious vegan desserts too.
Updated from previous review on 2025-02-08
Pros: Delicious food, Atmosphere , Friendly staff
Guest
francoise.cote
Points +48
Bellissima atmosfera - Edit
Il locale è una libreria con cucina, è molto bella e crea un ambiente molto piacevole. E poi il cibo, che dire ineccepibile, locale completamente vegetariano / vegano con anche una possibilità di piatto unico a prezzo fisso con un ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo. Straconsiglio.
Read morePros: Ambiente, Piatti, Servizio
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AlicjaWy
Points +648
Original - Edit
Very original place, good food.
Read morePros: Original, Tasty
Cons: Long wait
Kuchendealerin
I wish people would start naming their photos so that others actually know what type of dish it is...
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erb1234
Points +164
Must visit! - Edit
Visited on a Tuesday evening - some of the best food I’ve ever had! Flavours were incredible and it was great being able to sample 3 dishes for 20€. Majority of the menu is vegan with some vegetarian. Very friendly service and the atmosphere is lovely - relaxed and romantic.
Read morePros: Excellent flavours , Friendly service , Lovely atmosphere
Kuchendealerin
I wish people would start naming their photos so that others actually know what type of dish it is...
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Mangogirl
Points +2314
Just wow! - Edit
What can I add to all the reviews of other members? It was just wow! Taste explosion might describe it best. We took their special deal and tried six different dishes, afterwards not being able to say which was the best, because all of them were extraordinary! The amount was really good for the price and the quality didnt dissapoint as well.
Read moreWe came on a saturday and didnt have a reservation. All of their tables were fully booked but they offered us one 2h later - it was absolutely worth waiting. But if you dont want to, make sure to book a table.
Their bookshop and café is also great, a perfect way to step out of the tourist crowds and experience a different side of Florence!
Updated from previous review on 2024-11-23
Kuchendealerin
I wish people would start naming their photos so that others actually know what type of dish it is...
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Cayetana
Points +1628
Especial - Edit
Es un espacio con mucho encanto. Es una librería y un restaurante amplio. Lo
Read moremejor es el ambiente pero, además, la comida está deliciosa. Tienen una fórmula para combinar varias cosas: primero, segundo y complemento en un solo plato por 20€. El seitán es uno de los platos estrella.
Updated from previous review on 2022-07-27
Pros: El ambiente, Carta breve pero exquisita
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LizLoveland
Points +935
Fantastic food with friendly service - Edit
I got the sampler plate which was a great way to try multiple dishes. The very friendly server helped me choose the dishes. The food preparation took a while but everything was delicious and worth the wait. I stopped in here early for an Italian lunch (perhaps 12:20) and they had plenty of room for me without a reservation, although by the time I left people who were arriving without one were having to wait for a table. The staff told me reservations are definitely still needed on weekends but otherwise not necessarily.
Read morePros: Delicious food in unusual combinations , Very friendly service , Sampler plate lets you try three things
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daniellaAM
Points +177
Amazing food! - Edit
Great atmosphere, so many vegan alternatives and delicious food! We will definitely return here!
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JennyAkchin
Points +24
best seitan i've ever eaten - Edit
See title. This place was awesome. Reservations required!
Read moreCons: Reservation required!
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Vegiana
Points +625
Delicious - Edit
The food was absolutely amazing, we ordered two different menus with vegan dishes and can't decide which dish was the best because everything was so tasty. The portion size was also good and we were too full to try the dessert.
Read morePros: Food, Service, Vine
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Danihuron
Points +29
Incredible! - Edit
was one of the best pastas i tried in my life. They have innovative dishes and flavours, with good atention and the place is so cozy. A must in florence😄
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Alysaurus
Points +71
Best meal of whole trip! - Definitely go - Edit
We each got the sampler plate (piatto unico) and thus got to choose one salad, primi and secondi!! Best way to be able to explore more on the menu. The menu changes but for early October the cabbage and apple salad were sooo tasty, the potato ginger tortelloni and chickpea tempeh were magical. And the seitan masala was phenomenal.
Read moreReservations are best.
Pros: So well executed, the flovors are inspiring! , Very cool vibe, eating among bookstore displays
Cons: Sad we couldn’t go again.
Guest
slinzi89
Points +127
Such a unique dining experience - Edit
Brac was a great memory for us. We stumbled in on an extremely rainy day and it was so cosy.
Read moreThe potato and ginger tortelloni was one of the best pasta dishes we tried in Italy. We knew the food was renowned but we were still surprised by the quality for being inside a bookshop. It was so good we bought the Brac cookbook to try recreate it at home.
Really lovely vibe. People doing Italian language classes and having a coffee/wine in the afternoon
Pros: Food quality, Lots of vegan options , Lovely cosy vibe
Cons: We couldn’t work out how to book. Website broken, Confusing system for ordering/paying
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becksundmoritz
Points +166
Absolutely delicious - Edit
wouldn’t normally give five stars for a non vegan place, but this was so awesome. you can create your own plate with three different sites on one plate for 20€. everything tasted so damn yummy! 🤯 tasted like fine dining!
Read morePros: food, choices, atmosphere
Cons: non vegan options
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emmina.cipollina
Points +42
Best vegan food in town - Edit
I love coming to Brac for so many reasons. Each vegan option is clearly labeled and incredibly tasty. The food is always excellent quality, creative and perfectly balanced. Most recently, we came with omnivore friends from out of town who loved exploring vegan and vegetarian food. In my opinion, the piatto unico is the best way to taste the whole riches of the menu. A favorite on the table was the seitan masala and the tortelli con prugne and cipolle. I love how the menu changes for the season but keeps around fan favorites. If you like wine, their vast selection of hard to find organic wines will impress. We opted for a refreshing Pecorino. Don’t skip out on dessert! The cakes and treats are made in house. Run by people who care and adds so much to the neighborhood.
Read morePros: Variety of options , Great price , Great customer service
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SuzanneHooker
Points +65
Tasty vegan food - Edit
There was a good choice of vegan options, which were quite innovative. The wines change every night and last night's was better.
Read moreThe puddings also changed and were as delicious.
We just turned up before they opened and they fitted us in. One night at the bar and tonight a table, but this seemed to be by luck.
The food was delicious and the best vegan food we found in Florence.
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Mantwentythree
Points +219
A Gem in the Heart of Florence. - Edit
I recently visited this unique art bookshop that doubles as a vegan restaurant, and I was truly impressed!
Read moreThe location is absolutely stunning, nestled right in the center of Florence, making it a perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploring the city. The cozy atmosphere added to the charm, creating a perfect space for enjoying both books and food.
As for the food, while not completely vegan, almost all the dishes are vegan-friendly, and the ones I tried were absolutely delicious! The flavors were vibrant and the ingredients tasted fresh.
Overall, this place is a must-visit for both book lovers and food enthusiasts. Highly recommended!
Pros: Almost all vegan , Stunning place
Cons: The glasses of wine are really expensive
Guest
JimBoulter
Points +361
Very nice staff, huge meal for only €20 - Edit
Their plates with three menu options give you large portions and you get a feast with so much to try for only €20 a plate. A good deal for sure. Great staff they were so nice and let us eat at the bar since they were full up. We went twice and would highly recommend it.
Read morePros: Fantastic seitan!, Great options, Great value
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TheTofuTyrant
Points +2174
Some of the best seitan I have ever had - Edit
Their seitan masala was so good that we bought their recipe book 🤣 WOW this was such a neat experience I highly recommend!!!
Read morePros: Amazing atmosphere , Delicious and creative dishes , Great service
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juliundlini
Points +80
Best Pasta! - Edit
We had two vegan pasta dishes. Very creative and delicious. Moreover, really good wine. :)
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NoémiWiegman
Points +15
Amazing - Edit
Everything is vegetarian and there are several vegan options. I had the pasta with sundried tomatoes, avocado salad and seitan masala and let me tell you it was absoluge d i v i n e. 10/10 recommend this place!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-09-03
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