Buca Lapi in Firenze is consistently excellent - the steaks are outstanding.

Arnolfo Ristorante in Colle di Val d'Elsa, Siena is brilliant. Very innovative dishes that are beautifully presented and a fabulous wine list. Really a wonderful treat.

My family lives in the area around Montevarchi. When I was last there we had a FABOLOUS dinner at a restaurant not too far away from there called "Il Canto del Maggio", http://www.cantodelmaggio.com/. I highly recommend the dining "Al Fresco" and the wonderful Bistecca alla Fiorentina!