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Eating & Drinking in Venice
The culinary art in Venice is based largely on seafood and one of the most representative dishes is fish risotto which comes in a variety of forms, the strangest one is the risotto alle seppie with a bright black color that's a result of the cuttlefish being cooked in its own ink.
But the Venice food is famous also for its soups (particularly in Caorle area, called brodetto di pesce) recommended where the cephaloped variety of fish concerns cuttlefish, octopus and squid. A very longstanding tradition where Venice is concerned, fish was marinated in order to conserve it for long periods before eating, and we can see this tradition in the typical dish called sarde in saor (marinated sardines). The ways of cooking fish have remained rooted to a few simple procedures: boiling, frying, grilling and oven cooking. The seasonings used are also simple but tasty: olive oil, vinegar, garlic, parsley and herbs.
Venice is crowded with restaurants and "trattorie", simpler eating places, but mostly good quality. Besides these, you can discover the so-called "rosticcerie", the Italian variety of a snack bar where they serve plates of good food for a good price. These are generally crowded with youngsters during lunchtime. Besides the well-known pastas and pizzas, a lot of places serve dishes containing fish finished off with "polenta", a corn-based basis of various meals. Try at least once simple though tasteful traditional recipes such as "risi e bisi" (rice with peas and ham). Venice is, of course, also famous for its "patisserie". Sweets, cakes and ice creams in all sorts and sizes are a must for both locals and tourists.
Of course you will find some international restaurants as well, but as everybody knows, Italy is a food paradise and we strictly recommend the local cuisine.
Restaurants:
- Bacco
Cannaregio 3054, fondamenta Capuzine, San Girolamo – Venice. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10.30-2.00pm/6.30pm-12.00am
Not far from the Jewish Ghetto, this old "osteria" offers simple and traditional fish dishes. Ideal for those looking for restaurants not on the usual tourist itineraries.
- Osteria da Alberto Tel: 041 5238153
Cannaregio 5401, calle Giacinto Gallina, Santi Giovanni e Paolo - Venice
Recommended by many guide books, this rustic tavern is frequented by Venetians too! Enjoy traditional Venetian dishes such as sarde in soar, spaghetti busara, and squid in their ink with polenta.
- Osteria Antico Dolo Tel: 041 5226546
San Polo 778, ruga vecchia San Giovanni, Rialto – Venice. Open Monday-Saturday 12am-3pm / 6-10pm.
This restaurant dates from the 14th Century. Features typical Venetian cuisine "bacala mantecato", fish "pasticcio", "gnocchi" with pumpkin, and grilled bass and scampi.
- Osteria al Mascaron Tel: 041 5225995
Castello 5525, calle lunga Santa Maria Formosa – Venice. Open - Monday - Saturday 11am - 3pm / 7.30 - 12 pm.
One of the most popular restaurants in town, so its best to book a table in advance. Main dishes include spaghetti with mussels, "astese" or cuttle-fish ink.
- Osteria da Sergio Tel: 041 5285153
Castello 5870/a, calle del Dose, Santa Marina – Venice. Open - Monday - Saturday 12 - 3.30 pm / 5.30 - 9.30pm.
Simple and traditional dishes offered by this restaurant include different types of pastas, "risotti" and excellent fish. A la carte from as little as 10 Euro.
- Osteria Do Mori Tel: 041 5225401
San Polo 429, calle dei Do Mori, Rialto – Venice. Open Monday - Saturday 9am - 9pm.
One of the most ancient and typical restaurants in Venice. A wine lovers paradise, with delicious sandwiches to accompany the excellent wines.
- Fiaschetteria Toscana Restaurant Tel: 041 5285281
Cannaregio 5719, salizada San Giovanni Grisostomo – Venice. Open Monday - Saturday 12.30 - 2pm / 7.30 - 10.30pm.
Regarded by many as the best fish restaurant in Venice. It also boasts delicious desserts too!
- Da Carletto Restaurant Tel: 041 5227944
Castello 5272, calle de le Bande, Santa Maria Formosa – Venice. Open Monday - Sunday 12 - 3pm / 7 - 12 pm.
Very characteristic restaurant offering international cuisine. Specialties include fish and vegetarian dishes.
- Agli Alboretti Restaurant Tel: 041 5230058
Dorsoduro 882, rio tera Foscarini, Accademia – Venice. Open Friday - Tuesday 12.30 - 2.30 pm / 7.30 - 10.30pm.
Traditional Venetian cuisine in a refined and classic ambiente.
- Alla Madonna Restaurant Tel: 041 5223824
San Polo 594, Rialto-Venice. Open Thursday - Tuesday 12.30 - 2.30pm / 7.30 - 10.30 pm.
On the most popular fish restaurants in Venice, because of its menu and reasonable prices.
- Harry's Dolci Restaurant Tel: 041 5224844
Guidecca 773, fondamenta San Biagio – Venice. Open Wednesday - Monday 10am - 3pm / 5 - 11.30 pm. (March - November).
Cheaper than Harry's Bar with tables facing the Giudecca Canal and Venice.
- Da Montin Restaurant Tel: 041 5227151
Dorsoduro 1147, fondamento de le Romite, Toletta – Venice. Open Thursday - Monday 12.30 - 3pm / 7.30 - 10.00pm.
High quality wines for extremely well-made traditional dishes.
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