Everyone looks for a good address in an unknown town. Maybe that kind of place where locals go and not tourist traps – read here how to avoid them. This is our list of favourites, and no, we are not sponsored by them.
osterie & restaurants
authentic traditional Venetian
Alla Staffa (€€)
Castello, Calle Ospedaletto 6398, (+39) 041 5239160
PROs: traditional, home style and intimate
CONs: they don’t take reservations
Closed on Tuesdays
Al Portego (€)
Castello, Calle Larga Malvasia 6014, (+39) 041 5229038
PROs: very informal and easy, portions are huge
CONs: can`t get a table without a reservation
Ai Promessi Sposi (€€)
Cannaregio, Calle dell’Oca 4367, (+39) 041 2412747
PROs: exquisite traditional food, gentle and helpful staff, very popular among residents
CONs: often packed, better having a booking
Closed on Mon lunch
La Zucca (€€)
Santa Croce, Calle del Tintor 1762, (+39) 041 5241570
PROs: no-fish restaurant, very famous for its vegetarian dishes
CONs: often impossible to find a table on the same night
Closed on Sundays
Al Timon (€€€)
Cannaregio, Fondamenta Ormesini 2754, (+39) 041 5246066
PROs: their massive picanha steak, suitable for 2, is something gorgeous
CONs: careful with the wine you order, it can boost the bill up!
Closed for lunch
La Perla ai Bisatei (€)
Murano, Campo San Bernardo, 6, 30141 Murano (VE), (+39) 041739528
PROs: portions + quality + price = best in the whole bloody lagoon!
CONs: not in Venice itself & closed for dinner
Open only for lunch | Closed on Wednesday
modern twist
innovative recipes, without being naive and mnmlst
Anice Stellato (€€€)
Cannaregio, Fondamenta della Sensa 3272, (+39) 041 7207744
PROs: a modern twist to the traditional dishes, very kind staff
CONs: bit far from centre
Closed on Mondays
Osteria Contemporanea da Riccardo (€€€)
Cannaregio, Calle dell’ Oca 4426
PROs: very original, exquisite fresh fish, lovely location, very central position
CONs: can’t pick, you go along with what the chef have
Closed on Mondays
Estro (€€)
Calle de la Scuola, Calle Crosera 3778, (+39) 041 4764914
PROs: all made from-scratch, great selection of cicheti and wine in a modern wood winebar-restaurant
CONs: maybe overwhelming service
Closed on Tuesdays lunch
Nevodi (€€)
Via Garibaldi 1788, (+39) 041 2411136
PROs: fresh food & warm service
CONs: if you can’t have dinner here, there is not much good around
special occasion
memorable evenings, remarkable food, fine dining
Local (€€€)
Castello, Salizada dei Greci 3033, (+39) 041 2411128
PROs: new wave restaurant, innovative traditional menu
CONs: not for every palate and every pocket
Closed on Tuesdays
family restaurants
pizza &classic Italians, easy for kids, happy wallet
A Casa Mia (€)
Cannaregio, Calle dell’Oca, 30121, (+39) 041 5285590
PROs: a light pizza, nice meats, lovely service
CONs: pastas are bit sad
Closed on Tuesdays
Antico Gatoleto (€€)
Cannaregio, Campo Santa Maria Nova 6055, (+39) 041 5221833
PROs: classic Italian restaurant, easy and simple
CONs: a bit touristy
Rossopomodoro (€€)
San Marco, Calle Larga San Marco 404, (+39)0412438949
PROs: honestly, best pizza in town.
CONs: it’s a chain
Trattoria Dai Fioi (€€)
Castello, Calle Seco Marina 965 (+39) 0412412299
PROs: very nice sourdough
CONs: quite fancy flavours combination, not the classics
In the mood for some mind-blowing bites to have back at the flat? Or maybe something more easy-going? Check out our hand-picked selection of deli shops and cafes in town then!
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FAQs
Which restaurants are popular among the residents? We are residents and we like these ones.
What are the typical dishes in Venice? Typical Venetian dishes include those that are fish-based and pasta-based.
Which delivery services do these restaurants use? These restaurants might offer deliveries through services like Cocai Express, Glovoo, or Deliveroo.
Is it advisable to make a reservation if you want to ensure you have a table at these restaurants? Yes, it is recommended to make a reservation to secure a table at these restaurants.
Do these restaurants commonly observe an afternoon break? Yes, these restaurants often have an afternoon break.
Do these restaurants offer gluten-free options? Yes, these restaurants provide gluten-free options on their menu.
Until what time does the kitchen typically remain open at these restaurants? The kitchen usually closes relatively early, around 9:30 – 10 PM.
Are you sponsored by or do you have any personal or economic interest with any of these places? No, we are not sponsored by them, and we are customers as you are.