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Restaurants in Venice

The restaurant scene in Venice is very strong indeed. The Italians love a lazy, lengthy evening meal and Venice is no stranger to that custom. With an excellent range of smaller, local restaurants to choose from, there’s no need to spend money on a hefty bill at a famous eatery, but there again, there’s something to be said for the romance of the place that make a waterfront location ever so appealing.

The Venice restaurants have been priced into three categories:
Expensive (over 100 Euros)
Moderate (40 to 100 Euros)
Cheap (up to 40 Euros)
These Venetian restaurant prices include a three course meal for one, at least one glass of wine and taxes and service charges.

It is customary in Italy to add an extra 10% tip to your bill if you’ve received a good service.

Fortuny Restaurant

Price: Expensive

Enjoying an intimate dinner with a loved one at the Cipriani's signature restaurant is the quintessential Venice experience. The hotel boats two terraces with Grand Canal views and dinner is served by lantern light during the darker months. The menu reflects the local cuisine, with a variety of seafood on the menu. Complimentary transportation on the hotel's private launch from Piazza San Marco adds to the glamour of it all.

Address: Giudecca 10, 30133 , Venice, Italy
Telephone: 041 520 7744.
www.hotelcipriani.it

Harry's Bar

Price: Expensive

The American Bar, made famous by Hemingway, obliges most self-respecting travellers to pay at least one visit. The Bellini, a peach, prosecco and grenadine cocktail, was invented here and is always excellent. The ever-crowded restaurant offers just 14 tables, snugly nestling beneath the exposed wooden beams and antique lamps. The house specialities change regularly, but seafood and fish are popular choices. This is a good venue for celebrity spotting, although a celebrity wallet is needed for those looking to dine in style.

Address: Calle Vallaresso, Venice, Italy
Telephone: 041 528 5777.
www.harrysbarvenezia.com

Ristorante Cantina Canaletto

Price: Moderate

Tucked away in an inauspicious street not far from St Mark's Square, Ristorante Cantina Canaletto is a real treat. Split into two distinctive areas, a serene dining room and a buzzing wine bar, the classically styled restaurant has beamed ceilings, and an impressive array of wine bottles adorn the walls. The chef is proud of his menu which uses sustainable fish sources and competes with the top restaurants for selection and freshness.

Address: Castello 5490, Venice, Italy
Telephone: 041 521 2661.
www.cantinacanaletto.it

Aromi

Price: Moderate

The Aromi is part of the world-renowned Hilton group. With its exclusive waterfront location, this restaurant is ideal for a romantic meal with a view. The food is modern Mediterranean with only the freshest of ingredients sourced daily. The dining room can be divided into two smaller rooms, creating a more intimate affair.

Address: Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice, Italy
Telephone: 041 272 3311.
www.molinostuckyhilton.com

Naranzaria

Price: Moderate

In the heart of Venice, close to the Rialto Bridge, this quirky restaurant is first on the scene at the Rialto fish market every morning, choosing the choicest selection for its specials menu. The chef has adopted an oriental flavour and aims to provide the freshest raw food possible. Delicacies such as tuna, mozzarella and tomato sushi are not uncommon.

Address: Erbaria, Venice, Italy
Telephone: 041 724 1035.
www.naranzaria.it

Orange

Price: Cheap

This somewhat less Italian-style restaurant is called Orange because the interior is decorated completely in that colour. It sits in the bustling Campo Santa Margherita sector and offers a more eclectic fare. Hamburgers are an example of the European influenced dishes that can be found here.

Address: Campo Santa Margherita, Venice, Italy
Telephone: 041 523 4740.
www.orangebar.it

Al Giardinetto da Severino

Price: Cheap

Conveniently located for Piazza San Marco and the Rialto, this friendly and intimate restaurant is popular with local gondoliers and has been run by the same family for over half a century. Housed in the 15th-century chapel of the Zorzi family, Al Giardinetto boasts vaulted ceilings and a frescoed fireplace. The restaurant offers dining in the vineyard courtyard during summer. Venetian staples dominate the menu, such as calves' liver with fried onions.

Address: Ruga Giuffa, Venice, Italy
Telephone: 041 528 5332.
www.algiardinetto.it

Trattoria alla Madonna

Price: Cheap

Near the Rialto Bridge, this large bustling trattoria is good value and a favourite with locals and visitors alike. In the daytime, the long tables laid out across the terracotta floor are a great informal place to tuck into a bowl of pasta with fagioli beans. In the evening, the more serious dining gets under way, with seafood specialities such as black squid with polenta and lobster on the menu. The restaurant also offers good meat choices.

Address: Calle della Madonna, Venice, Italy
Telephone: 041 522 3824.
www.ristoranteallamadonna.com

Il Canova

Price: Expensive

As part of the Baglioni chain of hotels, diners at Il Canova know how exquisite their experience will be before they even arrive. This particular restaurant boasts one of the grandest dining rooms in Venice but offers an itimate setting (there’s room for only 65 guests) and personal service that is second to none. The food is a true reflection of the Mediterranean and the wine collection is chosen to complement each course.

Address: San Marco, Venice, Italy
Telephone: 0277 3331.
www.baglionihotels.com

Harry's Dolci

There is no better place to watch the famous sunset over Venice's skyline than from the open-air terrace of Harry's Dolci, located on the island of Giudecca. The highlight of this luxurious and elegant restaurant is the romantic terrace that overlooks the Giudecca Canal. Famous for its zabaglione (a Marsala-flavoured mousse) and rich pastries, this Cipriani outlet offers both snacks and full meals.

Address: Giudecca 773, Venice, Italy
Telephone: 041 522 4844.
www.cipriani.com
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