Walking through the city ran into this gem!! You will wait but it's absolutely worth it the food…read morewas spectacular

This was only a couple minute walk from my hotel and it was wonderful. We got there a little early…read moreso we were able to get seated right away. There was definitely a line for tables when we left. We wanted a light dinner so we only got lasagna and a glass of wine, but the service was wonderful and it was the best lasagna of my life. The interior of this restaurant was small, but really cute all the food at all the tables looked amazing. I would definitely want to eat here again and try more things. This was a wonderful dinner.

This restaurant is on one of Venice's wider street therefore you will not get overwhelmed by the…read morecrowd walking by. We tried it for lunch and it was quite good. The service was good as well.

What a cute little place to grab a bite to eat. A little crammed, but well worth it. We enjoyed a…read morelovely pizza, and the service was quite pleasant.

Tremendous bang for your buck steakhouse bar right by the canal!…read more You will enjoy a huge board of meat perfect to share. Grab drinks at the bar & even vibe outside

Food was amazing and very filling. The portions are large specifically on the steak/protein…read moreoptions. Our table ordered two different steak boards. The tomahawk and flank steak. Both were served with a a mound of fresh cut potatoes, grilled vegetables and two sauces to dip into. We barely used the dips as everything was seasoned to perfection. No steak sauce needed as the steak was well seasoned and served hot. We also have a bottle of white wine and tried the lasagna for our starter. Everyone at the table was happy with this option for dinner. Also this is not fancy dinner but still dining at its fines. If you are a steak lover and in the Venice area Al Timon is a must have for dinner.

Tonight I ventured over to Osteria dei Sapori for dinner. I had walked past this place a few times…read moreover the last few days and finally decided to give it a try. Their outdoor seating area is spacious and every time I passed by it was packed. That's usually a pretty good sign that the food is worth the stop. Now one thing I still haven't found anywhere in Italy is good old Southern hospitality. I guess that's expected since I'm a long way from the good ole USA South. But I'm adjusting, and honestly I came here for the food, not warm welcomes and waiters calling me "darlin'." I ordered a Coca-Cola because as a certified water snob, I'm still searching for that magical glass of water over here. For dinner I ordered the Spaghetti allo Scoglio. Sounds fancy, right? If you know Italian, I'm sure it does. I was just thankful the menu also said "spaghetti with seafood" underneath it so I didn't accidentally order octopus eyeballs or something. When the dish hit the table it looked like Michelangelo himself had snuck into the kitchen and started plating pasta instead of painting ceilings. I grabbed the fork, rolled the pasta onto the spoon like a seasoned Italian for about three seconds, and took a bite. Bam. There it is boys. The best pasta dish I've had since touching down on this foreign land. The sauce was hot, creamy, and cooked to perfection. The seafood was fantastic and every bite was loaded with flavor. This dish absolutely hit the 5 mark for food quality. I'm giving the overall experience 4 stars because I had to ask for bread and they're still lacking that Southern hospitality touch. But the food was excellent, the outdoor seating was great, and this is definitely a place I may find myself back at again before leaving Venice.

Don't walk run away from this place, they are a disgrace to the Italian community the people in…read moreVenice should rise up to have them shut down. Sad meatballs.lunch room chicken cutlets and frozen pizza I'm sure prison food is better than this...

Wow! What an incredible experience. We've been traveling through Europe and happened to find this…read moreplace on our last night in Venice, and we're so glad we did. From the moment we arrived, the owner, Marco, made us feel genuinely welcome. He explained that the food is Sicilian and quite different from what you typically find in Venice, which was exactly what we were hoping for after days of similar menus. The menu is short, focused, and built around family recipes. We ordered the pasta of the day, the roast beef, and the smoked salmon dish, and every single item was fantastic. To finish, we had limoncello made by Marco's mother, and it was absolutely delicious. What really made the evening special was Marco and his family. They were warm, kind, and genuinely happy to share their story with us. We loved hearing about his late father and the lasting impact he had on both the family and the restaurant. One of the most memorable parts of the night was joining in the restaurant tradition of coloring pictures and exchanging them with drawings already hanging on the ceiling. We ended up taking home a picture created by a family member, and it will be making the journey back with us to Carlsbad, California. Without a doubt, this was the best dining experience of our entire trip through Europe. Highly recommended!!

This place opens at 6:30 and they don't open early so get your shopping done before hand. It gets…read moreoccupied very fast. The house wine is great and at 5 euros you can't go wrong. American music playing lightly in the background. We both had a pasta plate and were not disappointed. Both had very good but different flavor. Great environment and really good food gives this place a 5 star!

The absolute best restaurant ever. The fried calamari and chicken nuggets with fries are amazing…read more The man behind the counter is the most wholesome and welcoming man on the planet. I have been to this establishment 5 times in less than 2 days and have been amazed how good it has been every single time. The ambiance and decor in the restaurant reminds me of simpler times when we could relax and enjoy the moment. 10/5 stars. Best place in Italy

I came across this place on social media, where it was recommended for its fried seafood. It's…read moredefinitely a bit tricky to find -- tucked away in an alley with a side-door entrance, not on the main street. Since Venice is generally expensive, I found this spot to be relatively affordable, so we decided to give it a try. We ordered the fried seafood, which is their most popular item. It's served in a paper cone that makes the portion look large, but in reality, it's just enough for a light snack. At around 9 euros, I think it's fair, since fried seafood is usually pricier. I'd recommend stopping by if you're looking for a quick snack rather than a full meal. It's tasty, fun to try, and budget-friendly by Venice standards.

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.

We made a 12:30pm reservation for lunch, which I recommend doing, though note that they do require…read morea €100 deposit. The seating made it completely worth it, though--we were seated right by the canal water and had a gorgeous view throughout our meal! The servers were very pleasant, though navigating the menu takes a little extra effort. The menu is in Italian and changes regularly. While they do provide a translation menu, I ended up using my phone to translate most of it myself. For dietary restrictions, they do mark allergy items, though there aren't very many gluten-free options available. To drink, I ordered an Aperol Spritz. For food, I had the carrot soup and a plate of two sides: ratatouille and zucchini. The soup and the zucchini were both delicious! One of my friends ordered the linguine, but unfortunately found it to be overly salty. Overall, it's a lovely spot for a scenic lunch by the water, especially if you enjoy a lively atmosphere and don't mind navigating a changing Italian menu.

We ate here for dinner while visiting Venice. Pizza was delicious. Adorable restaurant on the…read morecanal. We would eat here again!

Date of visit: May 28, 2025…read more The rule for tourist towns such as Venice: Avoid any place that has pictures on the menu outside, folks waving you in, or giant signs outside. Al Garzoti doesn't have any of these things, with their name only appearing inside on the bar. Service is nothing to write home about; our waiter who looked like a young Nick Jonas, minus the charm, barely interacted with us, but the food he brought us was wonderful! If you've already had some pizza while in Italy, then go with a calzone instead. They are large and a great value, too. Note the ingredients first, though; Italians do not like substitutions. I tried a pezzo di pizze with ham and that too, was great!

Very cute cafe in Venice along a pleasant canal. This was one of the few cafes I encountered in…read moreItaly that offered alternative milk, so I had my first Italian oat milk latte here. It was creamy and paired well with my vegana jam filled croissant and made for a nice midday pick me up when I arrived in town. There is plenty of indoor seating, some outdoor and unlimited ambiance!

Closed on a Thursday morning at 7:15am. Walked half a mile to get here and it's not even open!…read moreDon't bother coming. Take your money elsewhere! Opening hours aren't accurate.

We were hungry after a walking tour and decided to stop by. It looked like a busy place were locals…read moregathered, so that was a good sign. The place is cozy and has both inside and outside seating. You will find locals and tourists having ciccheti, spritzes or beer! We ordered different types of cicchetis, campari spritzes and aperol spritzes. All were delish and our drinks on point. The staff was nice, friendly and attentive.

You should really come here. The selection of cichetti is terrific, for good prices. The staff are…read moreterrific, friendly and conversational. We'd love to return and just sit along the canal, enjoy the breeze and get a bit off the beaten path.