Genuinely amazing! The staff? So friendly? The food? Amazing! Had my first clam pasta there, best…read morepasta I've evener had. My dad is a chef, and the food was better than his! The setting? BEAUTIFUL! Fans were just at right speed, pizza was also so good! I would give 10000 stars if I could, but I cant. 5 stars.

Fun vibe and feel to restaurant. Staff was not friendly. Charcuterie board was tasty and drinks…read morewere strong. We were able to be seated outside. Place was simply ok.

It was getting late on a Tuesday evening (when many restaurants in Venice close) and this place was…read moreopen so we popped in. The decor is a blend of modern and cliché, but the place was clean and the staff friendly. My friend ordered the veal liver and another friend ordered the seafood pasta. I ordered the black squid ink pasta. My two friends loved their meals and I'd rate mine well too -- but in honesty, the squid ink pasta at Tratorria Zaccaria next door was better in my opinion. Still a decent place to eat. Prices reasonable and staff friendly.

We arrived later in the day here in Venice after driving from garmisch Germany. And let me tell you…read morewe were HANGRY! We finally found parking and figured out the water buses and we finally arrived on to the main island close to San Marco plaza. My husband and I decided to head down an alley way, and I was too hungry to go hunting for a place to eat. Saw this little gem on the corner and I sat down! Buying drinks .... like a small soda can ... cost 7€ the smallllllll one but once we moved past that price we finally decided we'd share a pizza and find another place to eat! I literally closed my eyes and pointed at the menu and that's what we got!! Not going to lie the pizza was amazing! I want to say it's a type of ham on it. But the cheeese!! And that thin crust!! Gahhh I love Italy!! Definitely didn't disappoint us for a first place to grab some grub!

After together lamenting the fact that much of Venice's restaurant stock is geared solely towards…read morethe tourist trade, my hotel concierge recommended two places. Both of those places certainly get their share of tourists but one look at the menu at Birraria La Corte, one of the spots he recommended, made clear that this was quite an elevated offering. Here, the pasta is homemade and the menu descriptions read like poetry. To wit, our orders: * Mezze maniche with nettle pesto, goat cheese "Gran Cao" & cardamom (20€); and * Homemade ravioli stuffed with lamb, fresh peas, yogurt and chive (22€) Both dishes were fresh, creative, and made with care but about nettle pesto I'll admit I've no desire to sample it again. The ravioli, shared a similar consensus. Both dishes were listed as "first courses" and would benefit from being shared and accompanied by, say, the glazed short ribs listed as a "second course". Birraria La Corte accepts reservations and those who fail to secure them will likely be seated in the stone-enclosed patio, open to the sky. It was from this location that I watched many diners settle into their pizza orders, as elevated an offering as the pastas. I think the optimal experience here would be to come with a group and advance reservations, and sample widely from the menu offerings. As a party of two we were unable to fulfill that mission, but if you're in Venice and looking for a menu that feels creative and different than most every place else, Birraria La Corte is a good choice.

We found this Birraria or brewery on our walk back to the hotel. It is on a lovely piazza…read moresurrounded by apartment buildings with beautiful architecture. The restaurant has outdoor seating in better weather. The inside has several different rooms. It is a lively place. The espresso martini and Venetian spritz were very good. The house red was also good. The pizzas were both delicious. The pasta was also tasty. It was lightly sauced but had lots of flavor and nice pieces of crab. The desserts were delicious! The tiramisu was light and creamy with a nice coffee flavor. The semifreddo was yummy. The honey, orange and chocolate complemented each other well and the almonds added a nice crunch. The servers were nice, food was paced well and service was relaxed. I would definitely recommend!

Venice can suck. I'm not into the crowds, With all the sub casual characters that aimlessly roam…read morethe alleys it can certainly be a turn off There are a few certain areas that are charming and have delightful restaurants I found one This busy place took us in without a reservation at 9:40 pm welcomed us and treated us so well it's hard not to like the rest First off Mauro greeted us and and although they were slammed, he did not want to turn us away. he found us a great table and demonstrated a passion for caring for people While having a cocktail ( great cocktails as well ) In walks in juri . This man was simply delightful He felt our stress after a 4 hour drive from Tuscany and disarmed our anxiety immediately Juri's superb knowledge of food and wine guided us to our selections Spider crab salad Prawns seared with curry and honey And the most buttery risotto with asparagus and scallops where Devine He also selected the best pairing of wine for our meal This meal saved our day The cost was also fair. Contrary to the impression that Venice is over priced , my sense is that people are not used to NYC prices for good food and service The apps were amazing ! Spider crab Curry prawns with citrus did la

First thing, apertivos were terrible, overly done and not worth it…read more Talking about not worth it, the seafood was not fresh and tasted horrible. Please save your money and avoid this place at all cost. There are much better places to eat, and not feel like you were ripped.

Our first time visiting Venice and we wanted to try an authentic meal avoiding tourist traps. This…read morerestaurant was recommended to us by our hotel staff and absolutely did not disappoint. Prices were great and food was even better!! This is the best meal we had during our time in Venice! Service was great as well.

It was one of those, "Why don't they have these an America" moments…read more A standing room only bar as the entrance to a restaurant, that serves great little cheap bites, and glasses of house wine for less than a dollar! So smart! We stood there for about 20 minutes, put back multiple glasses of super good and super cheap wine, and tried almost every snack they had to offer. The bill was about 10 euros. There are a number of these bars scattered around Venice, Bourdain went to one of the more popular ones on No Reservations, but we didn't want to walk that far.

This restaurant was close to our hotel. So when some other plans fell through, we decided to eat…read morehere. The atmosphere is quite casual. There were several locals hanging out having beers and snacks. We had some pasta and grilled vegetables. The food was hearty and good tasting. Service was friendly and efficient. A fun place.

Excellent restaurant away from the major tourist areas. Our server was very helpful and attentive…read more And we loved our table right on the canal. We enjoyed the grilled mixed seafood plate and the crab gnocchi. Skip the expensive soft shell crab, nothing special about the flavor. Don't forget a half liter of prosecco and enjoy!

Fantastic spot, and much better attitudes than the neighbors at Grand Canal Restaurant & Bar! The…read moredrinks aren't fantastic, but the food was great and the staff ever so friendly. This is the perfect spot for canal views, but away from the packed tourist restaurants by the Grand Canal Bridge.

The setting is truly spectacular. The restaurant is in the building that houses the offices of the…read moreBiennale. The manager was out from and present making sure guests were happy. This place was BUSY with a private party and many guests with reservations even early on a Wednesday. We asked our waiter Flavio what to order and did exactly what he said. We were not disappointed. We had Bellinis and Artichoke with Burrata Cream and sardines, and then swordfish bites caught today. There is a lot of Instagram posing here, so if that is your thing you have found it. I see that other review sites have this restaurant rated much more highly than this one does. It may be time for more reviewers to check this out.

Al Fora was an absolutely outstanding find during our trip to Venice! We sat outside, soaking in…read morethe atmosphere while enjoying an incredible meal from start to finish. We started with the prosciutto and melon, and it was melt-in-your-mouth perfection. The bruschetta was some of the best I've ever had -- a little drizzle of balsamic vinegar took it over the top. For our main, we shared a pizza topped with mushrooms, pepperoni, prosciutto, and cheese, and it did not disappoint. Every bite was incredible. Our waiter really made the experience special, recommending a Pinot Grigio that paired perfectly with everything we ordered. Attentive without being intrusive, and clearly knew the menu inside and out. I left Al Fora with a huge smile on my face and a fully satisfied appetite. If you're in Venice, this spot is a must-visit!

Had dinner here the last day of my trip and it was the best way to end it. The owner, who is a…read moresommelier, recommended us a bottle that was a perfect fit for my taste! Him and the staff were all friendly and engaging. The location is more local, with families and friends dining, which gives you that authentic vibe. The food was so tasty, every ingredient was fresh. I cannot recommend this enough. Thank you so much!