Caffe Florian is stunning inside and out. It's overpriced because of the historic reputation and…read morelocation, it is what it is. If you go here, you're going for the experience and you should know what you're in for. They give you a heads up that there is a per person cover charge (8 euros) to sit outside and listen to the orchestra, but the orchestra is incredible I have to say. Just the experience of sitting at a beautiful, historic spot on Piazza San Marcos with the orchestra playing is something in itself. The menu has something for everyone, my husband got a spritz and I had a hot tea. Neither were the best thing we ever had by any means but again, you're there for the experience. I was disappointed the tea was just a tea bag that I had to steep myself. We did not have a reservation, just sat ourselves outside at a table for two. Staff was professional but not particularly quick or friendly.

The Cafe Florian is a must if you are visiting Venice - The Oldest Cafe in Venice!!…read more Located in the Piazza San Marcos, we were able to walk in with no reservations and get a table for 2 - now the section of the restaurant we were seated in the is a tight area with very small tables - large enough to accommodate the silver platter the order is served. The menu is extensive but we were wanting to try the Affogato Florian and get something light for lunch, we ordered the Salmone affumicato del Circle Polare Artico. The Salmon was fresh and had a great smoked flavor, it was a serving enough for 2 people to share or one really hungry person! The Salmon was served with toasted bread and butter. The Affogato Florian came with hot chocolate and a cookie with the restaurant name on it - it was a nice treat to have for the afternoon and whether its cold or hot outside it covers the weather in any situation with hot chocolate and ice cream! Service was on point with the waitstaff in white jackets and were attentive. The ambiance was pleasant with antique mirrors and elegant furnishings - it was an experience to be had in Venice

I saw many shops with the arancino by the windows so I really wanted to try one before leaving the…read morecity. On our last day in Venice, we stopped by Dolce Vita Pasticceria. We had the Arancino with Ham and Cheese (4,50€). We were exploring the area in the morning so we asked for takeaway, or to go. The lady warmed it up for me. Biting into it was so intriguing. The exterior was a gritty corn exterior. We think it was a corn meal exterior? The inside was very cheese. The ham was rich and decadent. Definitely a nice snack and worth trying when exploring but it was definitely pricy for a small snack.

I stopped in this dessert shop one late afternoon during an intrepid day of exploring the…read morebeautiful city of Venice. The sweet shop is gleaming crisp white, clean, and very inviting. The sweets are highlighted in showcases. The croissants look buttery, and the other desserts are beautifully displayed. For a short respite from sightseeing, I enjoy a buttery croissant with an espresso. The service is quick and easy. Stop in here for a sweet treat, dessert, and great tasting coffee drink.

We stopped by over the summer when we passed on our way back to the hotel. They were very generous…read morewith samples, offering different flavors of the chocolate and their cookies. Lemon, pistachio, hazelnut off the top of my head. Many sizes for their chocolate boxes, we opted for a few small ones as souvenirs.

Food: 4/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 4/5 Located in very busy tourist area. The store looks amazing and employee giving out sample are very generous and knowledgeable. After I tried so many different things including chocolate, lemon cello drinks, and truffles, I bought a few item for me and gifts for friends and family.

Stopped for a quick morning cappuccino, but the hubs found something to eat he loved. I just wanted…read moreto sit outside and enjoy the early sights before all the tourists were out. (Yes I am a tourist also) this place is perfect for that. They have a variety of sandwiches, pastries and coffee. Also juices and other drinks for those who don't do java. There is inside and outside seating. I prefer outside, until someone starts smoking. Unfortunately there is a lot of that here in Italy. Our server was nice, but misunderstood our order due to language barrier, but he tried. He got my coffee right and that was all that mattered to me, I didn't need to eat that sandwich anyway! Great place for a quick bite in main street.

We were looking for a place to grab breakfast on our first morning in Venice. After a few block of…read morerestaurants offering similar options, New Street 1815 caught our attention. The place had both inside and outside sitting. I had a ham and cheese panini with a glass of green apple juice, my wife had a cappuccino. We sat outside, and the food was brought to us a few minutes later. My wife enjoyed her coffees and I enjoyed my panini. The price was reasonable and the service was friendly. I good place to grab breakfast or a drink, since they had a bar behind them.

Calle degli Spezieri was once known as the street of the spice merchants. Now, this is the only one…read moreleft on this street. Started in 1948 by Luciano and his wife, it's now run by their two sons. The warmth and hospitality of a family owned business shines through and they're proud to show the quality merchandise they have on hand. A dizzying 600 Italian wines can be found towards the back of the store and you're welcome to stay and peruse as long as you want. We choose a half bottle of Moscato for the bf's sister in law which went well with the biscottis they had on hand too. They carry a good variety of chocolate and candies, pastas, dried goods etc. But you really need to come for the spices! Every spice known to man is here in this shop, kept in tightly sealed glass canisters or wooden boxes. They are weighed and you're charged accordingly. Don't miss their truffle salt and truffle butter! I only got mini bottles of both since there was no more room in our luggage! We couldn't be more happier with our purchases here and at a fraction of a cost if we would've gone to a big chain store. A great find!

Friendly and knowledgeable shopkeepers in this family run business...you'll find a wide array of…read morespices, dry goods, sweets,m olive oils, vinegars, and other luxury food items. We stumbled upon this wonderful store in the San Palo district near the Rialto Bridge and later found out that it was one of the best as recommended by a local guide. We bought some delicious truffle salt and butter from them... If I had known how good they were, I would have really stocked up. Try the busola cookies from them, too!

Perfect stop and go coffee bar. Got my much needed cappuccino and a sweet treat before heading…read moretoward San Marco basilica

The service, quality of food, and ambiance was perfection! Highly recommend this place!!read more

Excellent cornetti, good cappuccini and pleasant space (it was so crowded we had to eat inside…read more Best cornetto we had in Venice--buttery and flaky. Maher is a chain but very good.

During my first months in Venezia, I've tried almost every pasticceria in the city, but I don't…read morethink any was as wonderful as Pasticceria Majer. True, every shop makes the same things, but the courtesy I was given for having an at-the-time broken Italian language barrier made a difference to why I enjoy Majer so much. You will find anything from cannoli (my fav!), sfogliatelle, chocolate croissants, fruit tarts, zeppole, pevarini, meringues, and much more. Depending on location, the prices do differ from touristy to residential areas. The cannoli is truly my fav: real italian ricotta e mascarpone con cioccolato e frutta candita. Every Saturday I purchased 3 cannoli, and I didn't regret a thing x

Very clean store and the workers were very sweet and attentive! Wish we would have sat down and had…read morecoffee and some of their good looking desserts! Tucked into a cute spot!

Such a cute spot. This was a little tucked away gem near the canal and our rental. The pastries…read morewere divine and Cappucino, reallty good. The women who run the counter were so friendly, patiently navigating our basic Italian. We loved sipping and eating on the counter with locals. Not to miss.