Restaurant Terrazza Danieli
Castello 4196 Riva degli Schiavoni
Restaurant Terrazza Danielio offers diners a culinary journey that draws on the Oriental influence of spice traders, combining local ingredients with mesmerising views of the Grand Canal and the Adriatic Sea. Mirrors and fabrics create a luxurious atmosphere in the dining room of this restaurant, but its crowning glory is the outdoor terrace (open from May to October), which offers 180-degree views of the lagoon and islands. The menu changes regularly according to the seasons and consists of fresh local produce with a rare flavour of exotic spices that is unique to Venice!”
www.terrazzadanieli.com
La Colombina
Canareggio 1828
If you’re on the road leading from the railway station to the Rialto, you can’t miss this little trattoria, a cicchetteria serving traditional cuisine in a slightly inventive interpretation. The interior is very simple, but this is traditional for Venice. The classics are always alive.
www.ristorantelacolombina.eu
Ristorante Alle Corone
Campo della Fava 5527
Modern Mediterranean and Venetian cuisine is served in three elegant dining rooms or – on request – in the wine bar surrounded by bottles of wine. The windows offer views of the gondolas passing by on the small canal outside.
www.ristoranteallecorone.com
Ai Mercanti
Calle Dei Fuseri Sestiere 4346/A San.M
A family restaurant located in a small patio in the city centre, with a modern decor dominated by beige and black tones. The modern cuisine, full of exciting and original flavours, offers good value for money.
www.aimercanti.it
L’Osteria di Santa Marina
Campo Santa Marina 5911
This restaurant is run by young professionals who serve seafood and traditional Venetian cuisine, but they also offer some interesting culinary innovations they’ve created.
www.osteriadisantamarina.com
Estro
Dorsoduro 3778
Located slightly off the beaten track, this modern wine bar is simultaneously a restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine accompanied by 700 varieties of organic wines. Snacks are available during aperitif hour.
www.estrovenezia.com
Osteria alle Testiere
Calle del Mondo Novo, 5801
A sophisticated Bacaro restaurant with signature Venetian appetisers of cicchetti (a type of topaz) and plenty of cocktails, a classic interior with wooden tables, simple amenities and a pleasantly informal atmosphere; only fish dishes, well prepared and imaginative.
www.osterialletestiere.it
Antiche Carampane
Rio Tera de Le Carampane S. Polo 1911
The warm and inviting décor of this restaurant, from the typical floor coverings to the wall finishes, emphasises its historic atmosphere, creating a setting to which guests are happy to return time and time again. It serves local fish and seafood specialities – skilfully prepared dishes that stay true to traditional recipes.
www.antichecarampane.com
Cip’s Club
Belmond Hotel Cipriani Giudecca 10
Elegant but informal atmosphere at the establishment, which in summer offers service overlooking the Giudecca Canal; traditional meat and fish dishes, including Venetian specialities.
www.belmond.com
Chat Qui Rit
Calle Tron San Marco, 1131
The generous, colourful and carefully prepared food served at this Italian bistro, just a stone’s throw from Piazza San Marco, could be described as “lagoon fusion” cuisine, thanks to one of the two chefs, who shows his love of Japanese flavours in some of his creative recipes.
www.chatquirit.it
Al Covo
Castello 3968
The genuine family hospitality of this renowned restaurant, which makes niche produce – mostly seafood – its flagship, even if the menu always features some local specialities. Almost all of the vegetables are grown in the garden of the Hotel Ost in Orto on the island of Sant’Erasmo.
www.ristorantealcovo.com
Dama Restaurant
Fondamenta Savorgnan, 461
The cuisine served at this restaurant is based on a deep knowledge of the region, inspired by tradition and at the same time constantly evolving. Following an unconventional approach, where spices from distant lands are combined with fish and vegetables to create dishes of the highest quality. The menu is seasonal, with a section dedicated to vegetarian dishes. The restaurant is located in the Ca’ Bonfadini Palace.
www.damavenice.com
Il Ridotto
Castello 4509
Father and son work in the kitchen of this simple but elegant small restaurant, which serves original dishes prepared not only with local recipes and ingredients, but also with gastronomic influences from all over Italy.
www.ilridotto.com
LPV Ristorante & Bistrot
Riva Dei Schiavoni Castello 4171
After rebranding the hotel, this restaurant has also recently changed name and chef and now serves bistro-style food at lunchtime and more sophisticated, fine-dining dishes in the evening. Choose from three tasting menus: Water (an equal balance of fish and seafood); Earth (meat dishes) and Air (vegetarian dishes).
www.londrapalace.com
Ristorante Osteria da Fiore
Sestiere San Polo 2202
A prestigious and exclusive establishment welcomes you with haute cuisine served in elegant and refined rooms.
This restaurant, called an osteria in name only, has an elegant atmosphere, with two romantic tables overlooking the canal. If you love Venetian cuisine, you’ll be in your element here, as Signora Maria skilfully combines traditional local dishes with her personal touch.
www.ristorantedafiore.com
Bistrot de Venise
Calle Dei Fabbri San Marco 4685
Traditional, classic and contemporary cuisine from Venice and the Veneto.
In this restaurant, located in a place known for its atmosphere, diners can enjoy an extensive wine list (available by the glass) and “historical” cuisine. Located in the heart of Venice, the restaurant has a small summer veranda.
www.bistrotdevenise.com
Vini da Gigio
Sestiere Cannaregio 3628/A
In the Cannaregio neighbourhood, you’ll find a rustic setting, wooden interiors and informal service in the restaurant, where you can peek into the kitchen, which serves both fish and meat dishes; a good selection of wines.
www.vinidagigio.it
Lineadombra
Dorsoduro, 19 Ponte dell’Umilta
This restaurant, in a prime location with outdoor dining on a sort of raft-like platform, boasts one of the most delightful views in Venice, of the Giudecca on the opposite side of the canal. Modern cuisine with an emphasis on fish and occasional creative twists.
www.ristorantelineadombra.com
