Looking for a hidden gem in Venice where locals dine? Look no further! We are locals who have discovered the best authentic Venetian local Osterie & restaurants that will delight your taste buds and immerse you in the Venice culture. Venetian cuisine is very different from what’s eaten on the mainland, because the lagoon was such an important part of everyday life. Traditional dishes focus on the amazing fish and seafood brought in every day by fishermen from the Adriatic Sea, supplemented by vegetables grown on surrounding islands such as asparagus and artichokes. Check out some delicious dishes that are unique to Venice.
authentic traditional Venetian (Osterie) – open for lunch and dinner times
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 (€€€) | https://www.osterianicestellato.com
Cannaregio, Fondamenta della Sensa 3272, (+39) 041 7207744
PROs: a modern twist to the traditional dishes, very kind staff
CONs: bit far from home
Closed on Mondays
Osteria Contemporanea da Riccardo (€€€) | https://www.osteriadariccardo.com/it/
Cannaregio, Calle dell’ Oca 4426
PROs: very original, exquisite fresh fish, lovely location, very central position
CONs: staff can be not over friendly
Closed on Mondays
Estro (€€) | http://www.estrovenezia.com
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 (€€) | https://www.nevodi.com
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 (€€€) | https://www.ristorantelocal.com/it/home
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 & other 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 (€€) | https://www.anticogatoleto.com
Cannaregio, Campo Santa Maria Nova 6055, (+39) 041 5221833
PROs: classic Italian restaurant, easy and simple
CONs: a bit touristy
good pizza
Rossopomodoro (€€)
San Marco, Calle Larga San Marco 404, (+39)0412438949
PROs: honestly, best pizza in town.
CONs: it’s a chain
Pizzeria Dai Fioi (€€) | trattoriadaifioi.com
Castello, Calle Seco Marina 985, (+39)0412412299
PROs: very close to the original Neapolitan pizza
CONs: it’s out of the centre
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