LOCAL RESTAURANTS AND CHARMING HOTELS – READ OUR GUIDE FOR VENICE 2024
RESTAURANTS
LUNCH
Rosa Salva
The best tramezzini (white bread sandwiches with different fillings) in Venice. Perfect for a quick stop in the city.
Campo S.S. Giovanni e Paolo, 6780, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy
Sestiere di S. Marco, 950, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Campo S. Salvador, 4805, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
https://www.rosasalva.it/en/rosa-salva-venice/
Antica Locanda Montin
Authentic flavors and the most beautiful inner green courtyard. Ideal for a relaxing lunch during the hot days in the city.
Fondamenta de Borgo, 1147, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy
Al Teatro
Situated in the heart of Venice, just moments away from Teatro La Fenice.
Campo San Fantin 1916, 30124 Venice, Italy
DRINKS
Al Remer
Sipping a cocktail at sunset, with a view of the Grand Canal and Rialto Bridge, Al Remer is a hidden gem that offers a wide range of delicious dishes, cocktails, prosecco, and wines.
Roma de L'oca, 5701, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy
Baccarando d’orso
Enjoy the perfect aperitif in the bar or the indoor garden. Live Italian music on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Sestiere di S. Marco, 5495, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Il Palazzo Experimental
Enjoy cocktails in this design hotel recently opened in a beautiful Renaissance palace.
Fondamenta Zattere Al Ponte Lungo, 1411, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy
https://www.palazzoexperimental.com/restaurant
Venice M'Art
This wine bar and restaurant has an extraordinary view of the Rialto Market and the Grand Canal. Chic and beautiful.
Sestiere Cannaregio 5631, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy
https://venicevenice.com/food/
Ombra del Leone
The restaurant is situated a 5-minute walk from St. Mark's Square within the same building as the Biennale office, boasts a terrace overlooking the Grand Canal.
Sestiere San Marco 1364, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
DINNER
La Zucca
A petite place in Venice's San Polo district, is renowned for seasonal vegetables cuisine (meat is also served here). Indulge in the sublime delight of beef cheeks, aromatic lasagna, and stuffed mushrooms adorned with pecorino cheese and for dessert, be sure to try the signature pumpkin flan.
Sestiere Santa Croce 1762, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy
Trattoria Cacciatori
Experience the magic of dining on the edge of the Giudecca island's waterfront.
Giudecca isola 320, 30100 Venezia VE, Italy
Ai Mercanti
One of the most famous restaurants in Venice.
Corte Coppo, 4346/a, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Luna Sentada
We recommend to try their octopus salad with avocado sauce, green tagliolini with cuttlefish ink and soba noodles with pilgrim scallops.
Fondamenta S. Severo, 5018, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy
https://www.lunasentada.it/en/home/
Estro Vino
Estro Vino is a combination of a wine bar (more than 700 bottles of wine) and a gourmet restaurant.
Dorsoduro 3778 Crosera, Calle S. Pantalon, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy
https://www.estrovenezia.com/en/
Venetian Roots
The menu showcases Venetian Montello and Alpago meats, local cheeses, and lagoon fish. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available.
Riva Ca' di Dio, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy
https://verovenetianroots.com/en/
CoVino
CoVino is a charming high-end restaurant with just 7 tables only. Seasonal menu with the ingredients from local small producers.
Calle del Pestrin, 3829, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy
HOTELS
Combo
Combo - is located in a restored 12th-century monastery in the heart of Cannaregio, just a few steps from the famous Rialto and seafood market. The hotel offers bright and spacious rooms, a bar, a cafe and a restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine. Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Venice, which attracts travelers with its combination of history and modernity.
Campo dei Gesuiti, 4878, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy
https://thisiscombo.com/it/location/venezia/
Oltre il giardino
Oltre Giardino, founded by Alma Mahler, wife of composer Gustav Mahler, is a charming green hotel celebrated for its artistic allure, having hosted many renowned artists over the years.
Fondamenta Contarini San Polo 2542 | Venezia 30125
http://oltreilgiardino-venezia.com/
Cima Rosa
A cozy boutique hotel located in a 15th-century palazzo, impressing with its beauty: wooden beams on the ceiling, antique sculptures in the garden, moldings, fresh flowers, and vintage furniture.
Santa Croce, 1958, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy
Hotel Indigo
The hotel is perfectly situated away from Venice's tourist hubbub, on the island of Sant'Elena and neighboring the Biennale gardens.
Calle Buccari, 10, 30132 Sant'Elena, VE, Italy
https://www.ihg.com/hotelindigo/hotels/ru/ru/venice/vcevs/hoteldetail
Casa Flora
It's a fancy three-bedroom apartment with big kitchen, located in San Marco. Bathed in natural light decorated with plants and designer furnishings. This spot is perfect for those looking for an authentic Venetian lifestyle experience.
San Marco 2313, 30124 Venice, Italy
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