Piada Italian Street Food is making its grand debut in Kentucky with the opening of its Florence location at 7727 Mall Road, Suite C. The fast-casual Italian restaurant, located across from the Florence Mall, will open its doors on August 17 at 4 p.m. Piada’s new location was chosen for its accessibility for all members of the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky communities. This will be Piada’s third location in the Cincinnati area, following openings in Hyde Park and Mason.

The Florence location will feature modern, European-inspired décor with design elements including warm-stained concrete floors, LED lighting, handmade white oak furniture, Carrara marble, brushed aluminum, painted brick, and subway tile accents.

“We’re excited to bring a fresh, modern Italian concept to the fast-growing community of Florence, only 12 miles south of Cincinnati,” says Chris Doody, CEO. “We invite 1,000 Florence-area residents to sign up for a special VIP sneak peek the restaurant ahead of its official opening.”

Guests can now sign up for the exclusive pre-opening VIP experience on the Piada Florence website.

Inspired by the roadside family-run food carts and markets of ancient Rimini, a bustling seaside community in the Emilia-Romagna region, six-year-old Piada, has earned raves for its chef-driven and seasonally influenced menu. The focus is simply prepared, made-to-order items utilizing dozens of fresh ingredients, as well as house-made sauces and dressings.

In addition to the namesake Piada, a thin crust, handmade dough, which is baked on a stone grill and filled with specialty items, core entrees also include Pasta Bowls and Chopped Salads. Each is comprised of a grill item, cheese, and vegetables. The made-to-order menu also features seasonal specials.