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Cortese

Raw Vegan Gelato, Pastry

Worth ordering: #1 Croissant in Florencenamed in 9 reviews

4.9food Fully vegan

$$$

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Try the pistachio-based desserts like the Emblema Pistacchio and Crostatina Pistacchio.
Good to know: Be prepared for higher prices, reflecting the artisanal and raw nature of the products.

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Order coffee with their house-made almond milk, a highlight praised for its quality.
Seating is available upstairs; order and pay at the downstairs counter first.
Many pastry bases are raw and nut/date based, characteristic of raw patisserie.

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Also cheesecake.

Good for

The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and cozy atmosphere.

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Gluten-free options
Breakfast, coffee, dessert, takeout

About

Cortese specializes in raw vegan gelato and a wide assortment of gluten-free pastries, all made with Italian almonds and cashews. The venue features an elegant café setting with seating upstairs where customers pre-order and pay downstairs. Prices tend to be on the higher side, reflecting the artisanal and raw nature of the offerings, with standout items including pistachio-based desserts and house-made almond milk coffees.