Pasticceria Armando e Marcella — Restaurant in San Gimignano

One of the worst coffee experiences I’ve had in Italy. We ordered cappuccinos and croissants for breakfast. Not only was the service unfriendly, but we weren’t even given a receipt. After finishing my meal, I tried to use the restroom, only to find the door locked. A middle-aged woman with short blond hair rudely told me the toilet was for customers only. I calmly explained that I was a customer, but she demanded to see a receipt—in a patronizing tone—clearly unaware that her staff had never given us one.

Unwelcoming, disorganized, and rude. Never again. If I could I would...

This place is absolutely fantastic! I had espresso macchiato and focaccia and they were perfect! I am coming back to get pastries and chocolates later this evening and will update the review accordingly :) I also liked the design of the place and there was no problem at all with the service! It was quick, the lady behind the counter was 100% on top of things managing to serve large groups of confused tourists like a pro. Prices were great also. If I lived in San Gimignano I’d go to this place every day :) - I might just...

This place does give a 'kid in candy shop' type experience with all the chocolates and pastries laid out behind the glass counter and they do have so much choice. I bought a slab of dark chocolate with hazelnuts and chocolate covered nougat which were pretty delicious but they were overpriced. I also ordered a cappuccino which I was disappointed about, it tasted like watered down frothy milk with a drop of coffee. One of the worst coffee experiences...and it was in Italy! So yes that...