

Restaurant Recommendations
Quadri
Overlooking Piazza San Marco, Quadri pairs pastel-hued frescoes and Murano chandeliers with a Michelin-starred menu where lagoon-fresh Venetian classics are reimagined into art-like compositions. A favorite of James Bond.
Gran Caffè Quadri, Piazza San Marco, 121, Venice, Italy
+39 041 522 2105
Moro Restaurant
Under the shadow of the neo‑Gothic grandeur of Palazzo Franchetti overlooking the Grand Canal, Moro blends Venetian‑rooted cuisine with French flair. Set on an expansive garden with views of the Accademia bridge.
Moro Restaurant, Palazzo Franchetti, San Marco, 2847, Venice, Italy
+39 041 097 4059
Ristorante Acqua Pazza
Set under a starlit piazza in Campo Sant’Angelo, Acqua Pazza transports you to the Amalfi coast—pairing vibrant Amalfi and Venetian seafood with Neapolitan pizzas and Campanian wines in a bright, coastal‑tinged alfresco setting. Ask for a table outside.
Ristorante AcquaPazza, Fondamenta Narisi, San Marco 3808, Venice, Italy
+39 041 277 0688
Aman Venice Bar
Tucked off the Grand Canal and up the elegant stairs of an historic pallazo, Aman Bar is inspired by Lord Byron and set in a frescoed Red Room with silk‑clad walls. Sip inventive cocktails and taste Venetian cicchetti while exploring the historic Aman Hotel.
Aman Venice, Palazzo Papadopoli, Calle Tiepolo 1364, Venice, Italy
+39 041 270 7333
Trattoria Antiche Carampane
Hidden in San Polo’s maze, this unpretentious trattoria enlivens Venetian seafood tradition with dishes like sarde in saor, served amid rustic décor and warm local hospitality—and supported by sustainable, lagoon‑grown produce.
Trattoria Antiche Carampane, Rio Terà de le Carampane, San Polo 1911, Venice, Italy
+39 041 524 0165
Harry’s Bar
An institution since 1931, Harry’s Bar is famed as the birthplace of the Bellini and carpaccio. A favored haunt of Hemingway, this landmark bar-restaurant pairs timeless Venetian hospitality with simple yet elegant Italian classics. Intimate wood-paneled interiors and white-jacketed waiters preserve its old-world charm just steps from Piazza San Marco.
Harry's Bar, Calle Vallaresso, San Marco 1323, Venice, Italy
+39 041 528 5777
Cip’s Club
Floating above the lagoon on a teak-decked terrace, Cips Club pairs refined Venetian classics with unrivaled views across to Piazza San Marco. Beloved for its risotto and freshly caught seafood, this Cipriani outpost blends old-world glamour with effortless sophistication. A quintessential Venetian dining experience under the stars.
Cip's Club, Hotel Cipriani, Giudecca 773, Venice, Italy
+39 041 240 801
Taverna La Fenice
Tucked beside Venice’s storied opera house, Taverna La Fenice marries historic charm with seasonal Venetian flavors. Guests dine amid plush, eccentric interiors or on the lively outdoor terrace, savoring dishes like cuttlefish risotto and homemade pasta. A favorite haunt of artists and performers, it remains one of Venice’s most atmospheric tables.
Taverna La Fenice, Campiello Marinoni o de la Fenice, San Marco 1939, Venice, Italy
+39 041 522 3856
Ristorante Da Ivo
Nestled just off Piazza San Marco, Da Ivo is a cozy, celeb‑loved hideaway. Walls are adorned with famous faces and you are greeted with attentive hospitality. Offering a range of classic Venetian and Tuscan specialties in the back calles of Venice.
Ristorante Da Ivo, San Marco 1809, Venice, Italy
+39 041 528 5004
The Gritti Palace, Club Del Doge
Set within the Gritti Palace, Club del Doge offers candlelit elegance overlooking the Grand Canal. Get a seat on the incredible terrace and enjoy elevated Venetian seafood specialties. Stay for a drink at the Riva Lounge for the same stunning canal views.
Club del Doge, Campo Santa Maria del Giglio, San Marco 2467, Venice, Italy
+39 041 794 611
Ristorante Lineadombra
Perched over the Dorsoduro canal on a raft‑style terrace, Lineadombra pairs inventive Venetian seafood and handmade pasta with modern, vibrant décor—creating one of Venice’s most romantic, scenic dining spots. Reserve the terrace.
Lineadombra, Dorsoduro 19, Venice, Italy
+39 041 241 1881
The Experimental Cocktail Club
Hidden in the hotel, the Experimental Cocktail Club infuses Venetian nightlife with Parisian flair. Sleek yet intimate, it specializes in inventive cocktails crafted with seasonal ingredients and a touch of theater.
Experimental Cocktail Club Venice, Fondamenta Zattere Al Ponte Lungo, Dorsoduro 1410, Venice, Italy
+39 041 098 0200
Covino
A tucked‑away 14‑seat enoteca in Castello, Covino serves a modern twist on Venetian and Neapolitan fare using Slow Food‑sourced produce. Its centers around an open kitchen and offers an intimate minimilist setting a short walk from the waterfront.
Al Covino, Calle del Pestrin, Venice, Castello 3886, Venice, Italy
+39 041 241 2705
Osteria Alle Testiere
This tiny, reservation‑only gem near Rialto showcases traditional Mediterranean and seasonal lagoon‑fresh dishes in a cozy, unassuming space where each plate—from Sant’Erasmo‑inspired ravioli to daily fish selections—is locally sourced.
Osteria alle Testiere, Calle del Mondo Novo, San Marco 5801, Venice, Italy
+39 041 522 7220
Al Covo
Anchored in Castello, Al Covo delivers heartfelt Venetian‑lagoon cuisine with an organic ethos. The chefs fuse simplicity with local sourcing. Almost all of the vegetables come from the Osti in Orto property garden on the island of Sant'Erasmo.
Al Covo, Campiello de la Pescaria, Castello 3698, Venice, Italy
+39 041 522 3812
Ristorante Riviera
Nestled along the Zattere waterfront with sunset-lit views of the Giudecca Canal, Riviera delights with fresh, inventive Venetian seafood and meat dishes—from sea bass ravioli to grilled specials. Great for a leisurely waterfront lunch.
Fondamenta Zattere Al Ponte Lungo, 1473, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy
+39 041 522 7621
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