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Osterie and Bacari

🍷 Arnaldi Winery

Historic Venetian wine cellar with a simple and genuine atmosphere, frequented mainly by locals. Ideal for an ombra of wine accompanied by traditional cicchetti, in an authentic, no-frills setting.
  • 📍 Salizada San Pantalon 35, Dorsoduro
  • Open from 12:00 to 22:00
  • Closed Tuesday and Wednesday

🥪 Bacareto da Lele

A Venetian institution famous for its stuffed sandwiches and wine served in classic bacaro glasses. Informal, fast and always crowded, it is perfect for a spartan but memorable stop.
  • 📍 Fondamenta dei Tolentini 183, Santa Croce
  • Open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Closed on Sundays

🍢 Bakaro Arcicchetti

A contemporary bacaro that reinterprets Venetian cicchetti in a creative key while maintaining a convivial spirit. An excellent choice for a dynamic aperitif between tradition and innovation.
  • 📍 Campo dei Tolentini 183/A, Santa Croce

🍽️ Osteria ai Pugni

Small historic osteria overlooking an iconic campo, named after the ancient Venetian 'fist fights'. Informal atmosphere, simple cuisine and well-made cicchetti, ideal for a relaxed break.
  • 📍 Fondamenta Gherardini, 2838, Dorsoduro
  • Open from 10:00 to 22:30

🧀 Wine Cellars formerly Schiavi

One of Venice's most famous bacari, renowned for its elaborate crostini and wide selection of wines. To be enjoyed strictly standing, on the canal, for an authentic and lively experience.
  • 📍 Fondamenta Nani 992, Dorsoduro
  • Open from 8:30 to 20:30
  • Closed on Sundays

🍷 Osteria al Squero

Located opposite the historic squero di San Trovaso, it is perfect for a cicchetto accompanied by a good glass of wine. Relaxed atmosphere, excellent selection of labels and a unique view.
  • 📍 Fondamenta Nani 943, Dorsoduro
  • Open from 11:00 to 21:00
  • Closed on Sundays

🍴 Osteria Vineria Gastronomica Sepa

A well-kept and cosy osteria, appreciated for the quality of its cuisine and attention to ingredients. An ideal address for those seeking authentic Venetian flavours with a more refined gastronomic touch.
  • 📍 Calle del Scaleter, 2798 - Santa Croce
  • Open from 11:30 to 22:00

🧀 Osteria at Bottega Gislon

A historic osteria in the heart of Venice, famous above all for its mozzarella in carrozza, considered by many to be among the best in the city. Try the crema cotta too!!! Informal and always lively atmosphere, it is the ideal place for a quick and tasty stop between one step and the next, just a few minutes from Rialto.
  • 📍 Calle della Bissa 5424, San Marco
  • Open from 9:00 to 21:30

🍷 Adagio café & wine bar

It is an intimate and cosy restaurant with a refined yet relaxed atmosphere, perfect for breakfast with artisan coffee and fresh pastries, or for an aperitif or wine accompanied by traditional Venetian cicchetti
  • 📍 San Polo 3028
  • Open from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Closed on Sunday

Patisseries

🥐 Pastry shop Tonolo

A historic and much loved pastry shop, especially for breakfast. Fragrant brioches, impeccable cream and an atmosphere of yesteryear make it an unmissable place to start the day like a true Venetian.
  • 📍 Calle San Pantalon 3764, Dorsoduro
  • Open from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Closed Mondays

☕ Majer

A historic Venetian bakery, pastry shop and cafeteria. Perfect for a sweet or savoury break during a stroll, with artisanal products and well-kept surroundings.
  • 📍 numerous locations throughout the city

🍪 Dal Nono Colussi

Historic pastry shop specialising in traditional Venetian dry pastries such as zaleti and bussolai. An ideal place to take home an authentic taste of Venice.
  • 📍 Calle Lunga S. Barnaba 2867A, Dorsoduro
  • Open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Closed Sunday and Monday

🍰 Pastry shop Toletta

A landmark for students and locals alike, famous for classic pastries, hot chocolate and an informal atmosphere. Excellent for a tasty break near the Zattere.
  • 📍 Calle della Toletta 1191, Dorsoduro
  • Open from 8:30 to 19:30

🍫 Pastry shop Rizzardini

One of the oldest pastry shops in Venice, famous for its elegant zaleto and traditional recipes handed down through the ages. A small journey into the sweetest and most authentic Venice.
  • 📍 Campiello dei Meloni 1415, San Polo
  • Open from 7 a.m. to 7.30 p.m.
  • Closed on Tuesdays

Restaurants

Osteria La Lanterna

It is an intimate and cosy restaurant with a refined yet relaxed atmosphere, perfect for breakfast with artisan coffee and fresh pastries, or for an aperitif or wine accompanied by traditional Venetian cicchetti
  • 📍 San Polo 3028
  • Open from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Closed on Sunday

Cappellari House

The restaurant offers a carefully prepared menu with the freshest ingredients, featuring homemade pasta, seasonal fish dishes and reinterpretations of Veneto classics, often accompanied by a careful selection of wines. It also offers vegetarian options and dishes designed for various dietary requirements.
  • 📍 Calle Figher 805
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:00 and from 18:00 to 23:00
  • Closed Mondays

Ostaria la Burara

Ostaria La Busara is a cosy and popular restaurant-osteria in the heart of the Cannaregio district in Venice. It offers Italian cuisine with a strong accent on Venetian tradition and fresh fish dishes, as well as meat and pasta dishes with quality ingredients.
  • 📍 Calle San Canzian 5550
  • Open from 11:00 to 23:00

Trattoria al Gazzettino

Trattoria Al Gazzettino is a historic and informal trattoria in the heart of Venice, located in the San Marco district, a few steps from the Rialto Bridge and St Mark's Square, immersed in the labyrinth of Venetian calli.
  • 📍 Calle de Mezzo 4997
  • Open from 11:30 to 23:00
  • Closed Tuesday

Ai Nevodi

The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, with courteous and professional service that reflects Venetian hospitality; the restaurant is often described as a reference point for those seeking an authentic, quality dining experience away from the more touristy destinations.
  • 📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 1533
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:30 and from 18:00 to 22:30

Ai Nevodi

The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, with courteous and professional service that reflects Venetian hospitality; the restaurant is often described as a reference point for those seeking an authentic, quality dining experience away from the more touristy destinations.
  • 📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 1533
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:30 and from 18:00 to 22:30
  • Closed Sunday and Monday

Ai Nevodi

The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, with courteous and professional service that reflects Venetian hospitality; the restaurant is often described as a reference point for those seeking an authentic, quality dining experience away from the more touristy destinations.
  • 📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 1533
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:30 and from 18:00 to 22:30

Ai Nevodi

The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, with courteous and professional service that reflects Venetian hospitality; the restaurant is often described as a reference point for those seeking an authentic, quality dining experience away from the more touristy destinations.
  • 📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 1533
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:30 and from 18:00 to 22:30
  • Closed Tuesday

Ai Nevodi

The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, with courteous and professional service that reflects Venetian hospitality; the restaurant is often described as a reference point for those seeking an authentic, quality dining experience away from the more touristy destinations.
  • 📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 1533
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:30 and from 18:00 to 22:30

Ai Nevodi

The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, with courteous and professional service that reflects Venetian hospitality; the restaurant is often described as a reference point for those seeking an authentic, quality dining experience away from the more touristy destinations.
  • 📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 1533
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:30 and from 18:00 to 22:30

Ai Nevodi

The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, with courteous and professional service that reflects Venetian hospitality; the restaurant is often described as a reference point for those seeking an authentic, quality dining experience away from the more touristy destinations.
  • 📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 1533
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:30 and from 18:00 to 22:30
  • Closed Mondays and Tuesdays

Ai Nevodi

The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, with courteous and professional service that reflects Venetian hospitality; the restaurant is often described as a reference point for those seeking an authentic, quality dining experience away from the more touristy destinations.
  • 📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 1533
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:30 and from 18:00 to 22:30

Vegetarians and Vegans

Ai Nevodi

The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, with courteous and professional service that reflects Venetian hospitality; the restaurant is often described as a reference point for those seeking an authentic, quality dining experience away from the more touristy destinations.
  • 📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 1533
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:30 and from 18:00 to 22:30
  • Closed Saturday and Sunday

Ai Nevodi

The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, with courteous and professional service that reflects Venetian hospitality; the restaurant is often described as a reference point for those seeking an authentic, quality dining experience away from the more touristy destinations.
  • 📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 1533
  • Open from 12:00 to 15:30 and from 18:00 to 22:30
  • Closed on Sunday