The best restaurants in Venice
Arva is a tribute to the gastronomic heritage of Italy: a creative and sustainable approach to cooking combined with the best seasonal ingredients. Typical and contemporary are mixed together here. A fascinating and majestic place overlooking the Venetian streets. An experience.
The premises of the JW Marriott on the Island of Roses are home to a restaurant with a style that is as minimalist as it is original. Awaiting guests is a menu inspired by the place, with imaginative vegetarian dishes and fish specialties, authentic flavours and ingredients from the immediate surroundings. Excellent wine list.
Cosy and atmospheric ambience with elegant furnishings. Chefs Enrico Bartolini and Donato Ascani offer a modern interpretation of classic lagoon cuisine. Remarkable wine list. An experience.
The cuisine of the two chefs Chiara Pavan and Francesco Brutto is an "environmental cuisine" that is a snapshot of the immediate environment. A cuisine of the highest quality and with concept: lots of fish, lots of vegetables, colourful and authentically presented. Beautiful wine list.
Elegance, refinement and atmospheric setting. Connection with the region and the traditions of the lagoon, as well as creativity, are key to the cuisine of chef Riccardo Canella. Impeccable service. Refined wine list with a wealth of renowned wines. From the region and beyond.
Set in the luxurious and refined ambience of the St. Regis, "Gio's" offers a cuisine that is between classic Italian and typical Venetian dishes, reworked in a contemporary style. The wine list is exquisite and well integrated with the menu.
The cuisine is inspired by Lagoon fusion style with rich, tasty recipes and generous portions. Vividly traditional, yet enriched with a touch of the Orient. The tasting menu is interesting and highly recommended. The wine list is well thought out and extensive.
A classic style and a splendid outdoor terrace overlooking the Grand Canal characterise this place. The cuisine offers seasonal dishes inspired by a long history of local gastronomic tradition. First-class, courteous service. Well-crafted wine list.
Traditional Venetian cuisine with historical dishes and contemporary interpretations. Atmospheric ambience, classic and reminiscent of times gone by. Special attention to the extensive wine list. Wide range of wines by the glass and some rarities. Friendly and attentive service.
A refined, elegant and cosy restaurant in the beautiful Hotel Cipriani in Venice. The cuisine is Italian and Venetian with authentic flavours and perfectly prepared dishes. The wine list is excellent. An institution.
A cuisine that remains faithful to the territory and traditions: well conceived dishes, rich in flavour and genuine ingredients. The ambience is modern; a table overlooking the canal should be pre-booked. About 800 labels on the wine list, as well as spirits.
On a stunning terrace in one of the most authentic areas of Venice, this modern and contemporary restaurant offers traditional cuisine with innovative elements and interesting combinations. Noteworthy is the beautiful wine list, which is well worth seeing.
The restaurant was designed around the historic round fireplace, characteristic of Friuli, and the rooms have been skillfully modernised. The cuisine is Friulian with hints of the past and influences from the lagoon. The wine list is well-made.
The terrace offers a spectacular view of the Grand Canal, the restaurant a carefully designed ambience with many details, where local chefs offer traditional and regional cuisine with a modern twist. Sample the fish catch of the day. Small wine list.
The 360-degree view of the JW Marriott Venice park, the lagoon and the Venice skyline is enchanting. The proposed menu is a true journey into Italian gastronomy, without losing sight of tradition and regionality. Unmistakable Marriott service.
A restaurant that strikes a perfect balance between design and hospitality, combined with an excellent menu based on the tradition of the lagoon. We especially recommend the fried dishes, as well as the dried cod. The wine list is well-stocked and constantly improving. Tasty Lagoon Experience.
Housed in a luxurious hotel, overlooking the Grand Canal, the restaurant is inspired by a modern and refined design. The cuisine leans on tradition and offers interesting experiments. In summer, romantic tables right on the waterfront. Excellent wine selection.
In a sumptuous yet elegant space, Chef Daniele Turco offers a cuisine that celebrates the Italian gastronomic tradition while enhancing those of the lagoon. Fresh, light and flavourful dishes. The Great Spider of the Sea should be tried.
Traditional cuisine complemented by a well-stocked wine cellar with 700 mostly natural wines. Produce is used that is in keeping with tradition and the zero kilometre philosophy. There are three tasting menus to choose from. Professional and attentive service.