It was decent, I'm traveling alone and it wasn't the best place for a solo traveler. Lasagna was…read moregood but came out concerningly fast and i was given a pre packaged Parmesan. Bread came w no olive oil and vinegar. Amy the bartender saved my experience, she put a smile on my face and made me a lovely drink. She was very sweet, loved her energy.

Campo Santa Margherita has become a focal point for nightlife in Venice, for good and bad. Located…read moreon the outskirts of Campo Santa Margherita, away from the crowded bars and the people sitting on the ground in circle while drinking, Osteria alla Bifora is a place that serves really great food in a relaxing environment. Portions are quite large, and in fact we ended up over-ordering. The carpaccio di pescespada affumicato (smoked swordfish carpaccio) was an amazing dish, but also a really large one; I expected this to be an appetizer, but it was the size of a main course. The seppie al nero con polenta (black ink cuttlefish with polenta) is a typical venetian dish, and this was perhaps the best version of this dish I've ever had. I also loved the two dollops of baccala' mantecato that came as a side on this dish. The verdure grigliate (grilled vegetables) were great. I don't remember much about the lasagna, which we ordered for our young kid; we certainly could have skipped this dish, given the amount of food we ordered. We really enjoyed the outdoor dining, as it was a warm summer evening. The inside looks really nice too, and I imagine that coming here during the winter months is going to be just as enjoyable. My only regret? Why haven't I been here before?!

This small restaurant is tucked away on the corner of a smaller side street just off of the much…read morebusier Calle Frezzeria. They have a few outdoor tables and a cosy interior. The food was solid, very beautifully plated. The bread was very fresh - soft interior and crusty exterior! Our favourite dish was the Parccheti with Squid Ink. The Cacio e Pepe Ravioli with raw shrimps was also quite nice, although the filling was a tad on the salty side. Service was decent and efficient as well. Overall a solid choice if you're looking for a place to eat with a slightly more upscale vibe without breaking the bank.

We areglad we found this delightful restaurant. The food was excellent, the staff attentive and the…read morerecommendations on point. We actually ate there twice in four days!

We met the owner next door at the Ve(ry)nice Beershop the day before. He told us we needed to come…read moreto his restaurant and took us inside to arrange it. We showed up and his chef and staff put together a family style seafood tour de force. One of the best meals I've had. The starter plate alone was full of such unusual and delicious seafood, that I still think about it. Stop by during the day for cicchetti and a drink as well.

2.5/5 Service - Waited for abt 5mins for anyone to make eye contact with us since the servers were…read moredeep in discussion. They were nice once they finally acknowledged us. 4/5 cheesy tomato & eggplant - both were pretty good 4/5 fishcake- so good 2/5 Eggplant Parmesan- bitter aftertaste, prolly the worst I've ever had, not saucy enough, the ones I've had in NYC whether homemade or store bought, were always amazing-sweet, tart & saucy w/o being bitter 2/5 squid skewer- so dry, needs sauce

Date of visit: May 28, 2025…read more This was a stop on a Venice food tour and was a fascinating place! With a long storied history and some fantastic food, we enjoyed this literal "hole in the wall" and probably would have come back here had we had more time in Venice. We tried the deep fried sandwiches and the mac and cheese balls; funny that these are both things that are plentiful back home in Milwaukee--never would have expected to see them in Venice of all places. Word to the wise: The outdoor tables are nice, but the birds--especially seagulls--are not afraid of people and will throw up gang signs as they try to take your food!

I came here for a quick bite and beer because of all the hype and reviews I read. Sadly it's not…read morememorable. Confusion on what to do when you pull up. Do you wait to be seated or do you seat yourself? After a good 10 minutes of standing, I just sat myself. The lady at the bar told me to go and order up front, I got a beer and a couple of fried bites. I'm not too keen of fried seafood in case and food in a case with cooling system. But when in Rome, or Italy, I went for 3 fried bites. Bad decision. All of them were warm with oil just spewing out. All you could taste was oil. I took 3 bites and left it. Beer was good.

Our family of 8 visited La Colombina on 2 occasions on April and we could not have enjoyed the…read morefood, the service and the atmosphere. Clearly, on both occasions it was our favorite restaurant to visit. We allowed the owner to recommend both food and wine and we were blown away. We will be back in the fall when we visit again.

La Columbina was an excellent experience from start to finish! We arrived for our reservation and…read morewere seated immediately -- no wait at all. The owner greeted us personally and offered some great recommendations from the specials, which set the tone for the rest of the meal. We ended up ordering the scallops, freshly caught lobster, sea bass, risotto, and lobster with pasta -- every single dish was phenomenal. We paired it all with a local wine that was excellent, and finished the evening with a limoncello to cap things off perfectly. This place is a true hidden gem. It wasn't overcrowded, the food was outstanding, and the whole experience felt special. If you're in the Venice area, I highly recommend visiting La Columbina -- you won't be disappointed!

I found Ai Mercanti on the Michelin guide and noted that it was a 5 minute walk from our hotel. It…read morewas a restaurant I had bookmarked in my mind while we were in Venice. When my husband and I had just gotten back from a day trip to Bologna, we realized we were hungry for a late dinner. Ai Mercanti popped on my mind. I figured that reservations were required, but I took a chance and called the restaurant to see if they could accommodate us for a 9:30pm dinner. They told us to come right on down. Score! This restaurant was a hidden gem. Not only was it off the beaten path, but the food and service were excellent. We had an amazing experience. The servers were the nicest, and they were highly attentive. I overheard multiple waiters speak French fluently, so I thought it was impressive that they were tri-lingual with English, Italian, and French. This was one of the few places in Italy where I felt that the service team actually read the room. They knew when we were ready for the next course or when we wanted to finish dinner, so the pacing of each meal was impeccable and there was no dilly dallying around for the check. Each dish was a banger, and the portions were right-sized. I didn't feel overstuffed after a first, second, and dessert for once. We had the following: - Octopus with agretti (saltwort), grilled new potatoes, parsley oil and amaranth. I loved the simplicity of the flavors. - "Apparently" crispy egg, potato foam, Cantabrian anchovy. This is what a warm hug tastes like. GET THIS. - Cod in a lightly spiced coconut milk, lemongrass and coriander soup. Since Venice was a merchant hub for trading spices, I felt like I tasted more ethnic variety. For example, this was the first "Asian"-inspired dish I had in Italy. The cod was very tender, and the lemongrass coriander soup was a flavor party in my mouth. - Lamb chops, spring onion, curry sauce. The meat was tender. - Panna cotta, merengue, dulce de leche, salty peanuts ice cream. Each bite was a harmony of flavors and worked very well together. The panna cotta had a nice creamy texture. - Crème brûlèe. A beautiful, traditional classic dessert. They do this right.

(Overall: B) - Very small restaurant located in the interweavings of Venice, that serves…read moretapas-styles elevated small plates. Their menu is conceptually captivating and their food lives up to that standard, which is a pleasant sight. (Oyster: A) - Very fresh oyster, served with an mignonette sauce that adds a contrastive garlicky acidity that really flares up the palette! (Octopus Salad: A) - Lot's going on in this salad, but the guac packs an intense flavor bomb pairs well with the delicate seasonal produce and tender octopus. (Pigeon: C) - Dish looks apart and sounds conceptually interesting, but I don't think the ingredients work well together; given that the pigeon is boney and hard to eat, adding a thick barley gravy simply makes it harder to eat. I was hoping that the flavors could help highlight the beauty of the pigeon rather than dominate it in the case of the kumquat. Food: E Presentation: +1 Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: E Menu: +1 Overall: 4 stars Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

Friend recommended. Pasta dish was much spicier than expected and my appetiser was underwhelming…read more But ingredients were fresh and lovely outdoor seating. Service was inattentive & not communicative. Menu included 2 page manifesto against tourists. Menu is designed for sharing...probably better with a group?

Enoteca Al Volto, a historic wine bar near the Rialto Bridge, offers a classic Venetian experience…read more Stepping inside, you're greeted by a rustic charm, with a ceiling adorned with countless wine labels, reflecting its deep-rooted passion for wine growing. The atmosphere was authentic, humble, and welcoming, making it one of our favorite among local spots. Less crowded and we had a decent start. The knowledgeable staff are happy to guide is through the extensive list of wines and we traditional Venetian casual snack cicchetti (small plates), which are perfect to pair with my wine. Beside cicchetti, the menu features delicious seafood dishes & spaghetti dishes. Overall the staff was friendly, delicious and reasonably priced food, and great wine. Whether you're looking for a quick glass of wine and some cicchetti at the bar or a more relaxed sit-down, Enoteca Al Volto is a place to try.

[**DISCLAIMER: I SUFFERED SEVERE FOOD POISONING AND THIS IS ONE OF TWO MEALS IN WHICH THAT COULD'VE…read moreBEEN THE CAUSE**] (Overall: D) - Vini da Gagio is a Michelin rated restaurant within the heart of Venice, located along one of the small canals for a natural beauty. Their food offers some insightful new takes on some beloved classics. Unfortunately, they also did not respond to my notice regarding to food poisoning, which is concerning. (Spiky Crab Salad: F) - The crab itself tastes fine, but unfortunately there is so much crab shell shards mixed in that this dish becomes a nuisance to eat. (Gnocchi: A) - The gnocchi was light and fluffy, with the fragrance of herbs beautifully integrated into the dough. This pairs well with the octopus ragu which adds a seafood take on a classic ragu. Food: -1 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: -2 Menu: +1 Overall: 2 stars Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

Outstanding. This…read morewas quite a long walk from the AC Hotel where we stayed while in Venice. The place was small but it had the old Italian interiors and vibe. We were greeted and seated once we walked in. The tables were very close to each other because of the small space but other than that, it was neat and nice. Our server was polite, efficient, and great. I loved the cover of the drinks menu, which was drawn by children. The dishes that I've tried were: SEAFOOD SAMPLER APPETIZER- everything in the plate was so tasty FISH CARBONARA- so delicious! TAGLIOLINI w/ SPIDER CRAB- how can I resist spider crab in pasta?! This was a winner! Even the TARALLI and bread were addicting. As usual, we have never failed in selecting any of the Italian wines that we've had anywhere in Italy. This was no exception. Overall, I highly recommend Vini Da Gigio to anyone who wants to experience the delicious and excellent Italian cuisine, in the gorgeous city of Venice. Grazie mille!