This place suspiciously has no 1 star reviews because they just threaten everyone to take down the…read morebad reviews. Ratings are fake and inflated due to waiters insisting on good reviews The service is absolutely terrible, waiters were extremely rude and had terrible body language. Food was also poor, pasta was uninspiring and easily the worst I've had in italy

We had scoped this place prior to our trip. Having seen it pop up in multiple reviews and on…read morevarious sites, it seemed like a no brainer to make a reservation for our first night in Venice. The reviews were spot on and this place was simply fantastic. Service was on point and the food was excellent. The wine service missed a few marks and so this would have been a 4.5 but given the totality of the experience I rounded up The wine list was decent and we went with the 2018 Antinori BDM which was reasonably priced. If we are getting down to brass tacks it should have been decanted and the stemware could have been better for a BDM. It also was stored on a shelve not in a proper cellar as it came to the table at best room temperature The Food: Steak Tartar: nicely minced and fresh. Minimally seasoned to make the beef shine. The aioli added a bit of richness as the meat was quite lean Beef carpaccio: Not a true rendition as the meat had a slight sear on it. The beef however was near blue in the center. The aioli as before added a bit of richness and the pesto crema? helped to balance it out. The croutons were a bit superfluous. gnocchi with duck ragu: Nice pillowy gnocchi and the duck ragu had a nice depth of flavor and while it was simply spiced the freshness of the ingredients shone through lukewarm spaghetti on beef tartare: Wow this one was good. The tartar was as above minus the aioli. The al dente pasta was sauced with ricotta and thyme was rich and luxurious. The tartare had finely chopped olives and tomatoes in it and the brininess helped tame the richness. Beef with Rocket: Yes I went beef, beef, and more beef for all three courses. The beef was cooked a perfect rare with just salt and pepper. The parmesean flakes and rocket helped cut the rich beef flavor for a nicely balanced bite. Pineapple carpaccio: Thin sliced pineapple that were macerated in grappa? formed into a flower. So Tasty We finished the night with an Amaro

This place is in the middle of Nowhere as Nowhere as Venice gets. That's a good thing cause you…read morewon't pay an arm and a leg for quality food. We ordered 3 entree's as follows. Squid ink pasta with shrimp and tomatoes. The pasta itself is infused with the squid ink and it shines through. Its excellent al dente for sure. Shrimp with Zucchini is a subtle taste but no less amazing- you can taste the freshness and the butter. Mixed grilled seafood is good but needed a little more seasoning for me. They were generous with the shell fish portions. Two of which I couldn't identify but gladly ate

Venice is full of tourist traps, but this hidden osteria tucked into a quiet alley is the real…read moredeal. The food is traditional, as long as you know what to order. Stick to the Venetian dishes, because that's where the kitchen shines. The menu also has plenty of touristy, non-local options, so skip those. I had a delicious pasta alla busara made with squid ink spaghetti. The seconds were good too, and we had grilled baby cuttlefish and a John Dory fillet. We ended with a tiramisu, as you should in Veneto. Service was fine, which isn't always a given in Italy. Well worth the detour.

5/5 Great service. The server asked if we wanted our fish deboned for us & we said yes…read more 4/5 Pizza siciliana €16.50- has anchovies, capers & olives, anchovies way too salty, otherwise really good, nice cheese pull, saucy, have had similar pizza from really good diners & Italian restaurants in NYC. 3/5 Branzino griglia €26.50- wish it had seasoning, needs some more salt too, comes w/ grilled veggies which also need more seasoning, they do have balsamic, police oil, salt & pepper on the side tho 4/5 Tiramisu €8- very light, creamy, not soggy like american tiramisu, just wish it was less sweet

Vegetarian friendly, And Marco was really good, he customized menu to accomodate our choices. We…read moreenjoyed the vibe sitting outside and loved the variety of pasta. Bellisimo!

TL;DR: Outstanding, dependable choice with great service…read more Skip the paralysis of trying to decide between all those restaurant choices and stop here one night. Get what's unique and native to Venice. Conveniently located a mere 5 minutes on foot, east-northeast of the San Marco Basilica and Doge's Palace. I believe the dress is smart-casual (A golf shirt or better, gents). There was no Yelp option to note this. Owner can correct me if I'm wrong. :-) -------------- Longer version: -------------- Stopped by for a quiet meal and sat outside. Was greeted, immediately seated, and provided a cover of focaccia and a flat bread of only 1-2mm thick with a tomato/basil consistency. Delightful. Waiter smiled at my attempt at Italian and helped me through the evening with both Italian and English switching. I'm a barbarian and appreciated their patience. Ordered (1) "Sardines in Saor" for my antipasti/appetizer and their take on (2) Duck cutlets for the primi/main course. ***Dessert is unpublished online, but they have Tiramisu, a cheesecake, biscotti con crema, and a (3) chocolate mousse with Limoncello crema on top (I had this). They also have a solid selection of coffees and dessert drinks. (1) If you're adventurous and like a hint of sweet and sour, definitely go for the Sardines in Saor. If you're typically not a big sardine fan, know that they aren't nearly as briney or fishy as they are in oil or salted. Because they were fried in a light flour batter and wrapped up with pine nuts & raisins within a sautéed onion (and refrigerated overnight) it was more mellow and sweet with that slight hint of sardine. Imagine a taste similar to a fried oyster with onion + fig jam. It's served chilled and it's good. Do it. (2) They adjusted the duck's ingredients to go with a creamy cheese/watermelon accompaniment instead of the menu's coffee puree. The sweet & savory combo was perfect for a summer night. It was unique and very good. (3) The milk chocolate mousse with limoncello cream was a nice dish. Small, ideal portion that gives you a taste of the sweet decadence without loading you up with sugar. You'll walk away without feeling stuffed, and you'll know the price was worth it. Enjoy!

What a cute find in Venice! Wandered the neighborhood and passed a few touristy places to find Al…read moreTre Leoni. Oh my goodness, you should not pass this gem of family owned and operated restaurant. I cannot begin to tell you how many times my companions said "Wow" after taking a bite. Not to be missed items: - bakes lasagna with pork and beef. The creaminess and texture, yum. Every bite was delicious - mixed seafood fried was excellent. We had this at many places throughout Italy, and this was the best execution of it - Duck breast & leg, with coffee puree, cooked perfectly medium rare. Lovely bite - spaghetti vongole (clams), well done. A bit salty for me but I still enjoyed it very much - Creme Brulee, best you've ever had or will enjoy Overall, the best is the personal touch the owner brings to our experience. Before I eat anywhere, I always look in the kitchen and it was clean, organized, and they use an industrial dish washer. The wine glasses are polished. Excellent and curated selection of spirits. The dry aged meats looked tempting as well. The atmosphere is charming and romantic. We saw young couples on dates, intermixed with locals, as well as groups of tourists. You would not be disappointed to take a detour and visit this lovely restaurant. We are so happy this was one of our last meals in Italy, having visted Rome, Amalfi, Serrento, Positano, and finally Venice. P.S. Get thr creme brulee

I found a gem! Super high quality Italien food with a…read moremodern tough. You need to try! See rice is very knowledgeable and friendly and the ambience is inviting. Located far off the typical tourist routes.

There are a lot of good reviews on this restaurant, but my reason for the low rating is the limited…read moremenu selection, and what IS offered, as being unappealing. The offerings are very strange for an American. Be sure to find a menu and read it carefully before going there. The menu seemed like they are trying to be different than all other Italian restaurants in Venice. It was honestly the worst restaurant I have ever eaten at, in any country, irrespective of price, which was on the high side.

Great Venetian restaurant in a historic square. Engaging staff and wonderful food. Misto Frito was…read moreperfectly lightly fried in what was clearly clean oil. Lovely salads and the raviolis were a hit as well. Check it out.

Guna had the best mixed seafood platter with several fillets of fish, prawns, and calamari along…read morewith a versatile wine list. The restaurant was open very late which was a welcome relief after a late night flight arrival. The service was excellent and didn't show any concern when I arrived around 10:30 pm for dinner. Although a reviewer mentioned the high price point, the quality and volume of food makes the restaurant a great value. The ambiance was quiet, chill and intimate late at night. During the earlier hours the restaurant has a larger clientele and sometimes outdoor dining.

This was by far one of the greatest meals I've ever had in my entire life. The service was amazing…read more Every staff member we encountered was not just polite but genuinely friendly. The pumpkin flan was a true experience of sweet and savoriness. I couldn't stop eating the ratatouille; it was such a delicious treat. I was able to have a conversation with the chef after our meal, and she encouraged my excitement to experiment and try my hand at some of these dishes at home. I wish I lived in Venice, so I could have La Zucca regularly. They only had one reservation spot for the days we were in Venice, so I definitely recommend making reservations ahead of time.

Took us about a 20 minute walk to get there but it was every step worth it…read more We had a reservation for us ahead of time and that helped. Nicola and Saor were our hosts and kept our tables well served through and through. Saor ran us through the options and we ended up ordering the following: Green beans with almond, grilled fennel with walnuts, lentils and stuffed mushrooms. You really cannot go wrong with any of these as how they were severed though my personal favorite were the lentils and the fennel. Absolutely recommend the place and their hosts and as well the ambiance that you get in a subtle kind of quite part of the town. Just do it!!

During our recent ski trip to Italy, we realized a week ahead that we'll be in Venice for…read moreValentines day! That's a pretty awesome realization, but we also didn't have reservation and didn't know where to go. Again, a nice problem to have. Since my partner is not a huge fan of seafood, we found Bitta as a top option. We called and were lucky enough to find a reservation later in the evening. Upon arrival, the woman was on the phone with someone making a reservation in April! Which was a pretty assuring sign that it's going to be a good night :) We were seated promptly and given menus. There were so many good options, but we decided to go with the beef tarare, ragu Bolognese and the duck. And a bottle of wine for good luck! Overall, the food was incredible. After a long day of travel, we inevitably are every bite/too much, but NO regrets. The ambiance is super cozy and homey, the service is warm and the food is excellent!

La Bitta was one of our better meals in Venice. The space is modern rustic and cozy. Their spritz…read morewere lightly effervescent and perfect for a mild buzz. The food is great and comforting. The carpaccio comes on a bed of salad to balance out the heaviness of the meat and the tagliatelle was cooked on the softer side of al dente (which is perfect). The dessert was also fantastic and I highly recommend their tiramisu. CASH ONLY