Off the beaten path and away from the crowds on a weekend evening. They have several options to…read morechose from. We had spaghetti, meatballs and gnocchi. Not sure how freshly made, but it was enjoyable! The Italian IPA was a pleasant surprise. Ordered a bottle of champagne and still left with a check under 100 euros.

Nice little restaurant that's tucked away from mobs of tourists and not a tourist trap. It has…read morereasonably priced and tasty menu including pasta, salads and other dishes. Friendly service, cozy seating area and bar, and open before 7pm when other nearby restaurants are closed for dinner. It's also near the stop for water taxi Terminal S. Basilio

This is a lovely artsy restaurant tucked under a Venice hotel. But don't let that stop you!…read more The menu was great, with several great options. After the mix salad, which we shared, I had the Spring Chicken Two-ways and my wife had sliced beef sirloin. Both were prepared beautifully. The seasoning was exceptional. The food gets five stars! The service was impressive. The waiter took perfect care of us without hovering. He was helpful with food selections and saw to our every need. I hope we get back to Venice to enjoy this place again!

Best most tenderest beef ever, delicate risotto, lovely salmon tartar appetizer, THE best Sprits on…read morethese bogs...

Considering what a tourist attraction this place is I wasn't expecting much from the food. Turns…read moreout I was wrong, I was quite impressed with the food and drinks. Great location in the square, I recommend sitting on the patio for people watching and enjoying the beautiful weather. I had the 4 cheese penne pasta and it was delicious - loaded with cheese and flavor - I was pleasantly surprised. My friend had the bolognese and it was also incredibly tasty. I would definitely come back!

Good food and service at a price…read more When marching through the streets of Venice, my group and I came across Santo Stefano. We had read a review on a different site which suggested stopping here, and we are glad we did! The four of us ordered four wonderful dishes. The squid ink pasta was delicious, and the best I have ever had (even compared to other Venetian restaurants). The pizza was really tasty, and the gnocchi was equally amazing. The wine here is inexpensive, and very good. We ordered the house reserve, which was a steal. After finishing the bottle, we all wanted another bottle to take back home with us. The location is a little hard to find. It is right in Campo Santo Stefano, around the corner from the Accademia Bridge, and not too far from the Rialto. I uploaded a picture of the view, which over looks Campo Santo Stefano and a beautiful Venetian church.

This place was super accessible. Every table but one was taken. We waited by the menu and were…read moregreeted to come and sit at the last available table. They were very a accommodating an able to speak english and were very patient when we tried out our studied Italian :). We ordered the Peppa pig. There are much better pizzas on the menu :) this is definitely a pizza for the bambini. The tiramisu is a must after dinner dessert. It is so light and gave us that extra umf to take on the walk back to the hotel. Lovely place, we will be back!

Food was excellent. Only outdoor seating, outside surcharge stinks but Italy. They were unprepared…read morefor an "early" dinner (per Italian standards) but the staff did an excellent job staying on top of things. Did I say food was great!? Ravioli. Carbonara (nice crunchy bacon). Seafood pasta. Lasagna. All very good. Highly recommend.

Nice spot out of the crowds. Owner was very friendly. Food (specials) and atmosphere were top-notch.read more

Like absolutely everything in Venice it may be tough to find, but it's a refreshing change from the…read morehard selling hucksters who seem to lurk outside of so many restaurants. The interior is rustic, and so is the food. The owner is charming and personable. You will be happy with the service. My wife had the eggplant Parmesan which bore little resemblance to its American cousin. Her only complaint was that the fennel in it was a little forward. I had the lamb ravioli which were spectacular. The house wine was excellent and the prices are reasonable. You can eat inside or out. This place seems genuinely authentic and unpretentious.

We had a wonderful family dinner at Il Refettorio. Defining our experience as "fine dining" would…read moredo Il Refettorio a disservice, as this was much more than that. Located in a beautiful campiello behind the Scuola Grande di San Rocco[1], Il Refettorio is both charming and refined, serving dishes that are both a nod to traditional Venetian cuisine and to modernity. That is also reflected in the ambiance, with an interior design that is beautiful and functional, with an extreme attention to details from the walls, to the tables, to the glasses, to the lighting. The dishes are fantastic. We really loved all the dishes we tried: The Polpo Alla Brace Su Spuma Di Patate all'Aglio Nero (grilled octopus); Bucatino all'Amatriciana con Guanciale di Wagyu e Pomodorino del Piennolo; Capesante Flambe' Su Spuma Del Loro Corallo, Uova di Lompo, e Limone Bruciato. One dish I still think about is the "Uovo di Montagna" in Camicia con Spuma di Sedano Rapa, Crumble di Pane Pur Pur, Guanciale di Wagyu, Miyabi. For dessert, both the Mousse Al Cioccolato Al Pepe Di Sichuan, Lamponi, Sorbetto di Lamponi, and the Tiramisu' Majer Con Uova Di Montagna were fantastic. Great for a date, for an intimate celebration, or to just relax after a long day sept exploring Venice. --------------------- [1] Many beautiful paintings by Tintoretto.

We had such a nice dinner here for our first night in Venice. We stumbled upon the restaurant while…read morestrolling by. It's a small and unassuming restaurant but soooo amazing. The food is fantastic. The staff were so friendly and provided excellent service. I loved the ambiance as well. Highly recommend while in Venice!

First food experience in Venice. Found this place on Yelp. Surprised that there were very little…read morereview given the location was around a busy corner by the dock. Ordered variety of dishes including clam spaghetti, scallops, fried calamari and fish, risotto , etc. food was amazing. Very nicely cooked and well portioned. Our server was super nice and quick. Which was kind of a rarity in Italy. Favorite highlight was scallops , super fresh and sweet. Also the squid ink scuttle fish with polenta was creamy and tasty If this was not reviewed by many I highly recommend this hidden gem. Would definitely be back if I were ever in the area again.

Perfect location to relax and soak in the Venetian atmosphere. The Aperol Spritz was refreshing and…read morewell-balanced. Friendly service. Definitely recommend for a classic Venetian moment!

We have been blessed to live and eat in some of the highest rated epicurean cities around the…read moreglobe...and all I can say is WOW! Trattoria Altanella was a fantastic find....off the beaten path (and down an easily missable alleyway, but google maps was spot on!) and reasonably priced for the quality of the food. The restaurant seating is on a smaller canal with views across from Guideca (short water taxi from the square area) in a more local, leisurely neighborhood area. Ambiance was certainly a plus. The staff were exceedingly attentive and offered great recommendations on both the food and wine pairings. The scallops were some of the best I have ever experienced, along with the gin & lime mussels. Hats off to the chef! (and her husband). We loved every item we ordered so much (the homemade gnocchi are fantastic!) the first night that we literally made a reservation for the following night to be able to sample more of the items on the menu the following evening (canceling our other reservation at another spot!). NO REGRETS....seriously some of the freshest seafood and authentic local flavors that we have run across (from someone who lived in New Orleans for 24 yrs!) Again, Thank you to the staff and Chef for sharing such a fantastic experience!

Amazing Venetian restaurant located in an intimate setting…read more One of the few full service restaurants on Guideca and worth the trip if you're not in the island. We started with several crudos and the octopus. All were fantastic and the crudos were both seasonally prepared with local garnishes. I opted for the artichoke-sauced gnocchi which were super lite while the sauce was very delicate. Outstanding wine selection, primarily, of course, on wines from this region. Very friendly and engaging staff. Prices were reasonable for the quality.