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The Best Restaurants in Venice

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121 restaurants ranked highest on Falstaff's 100-point scale in Venice. All information including address, phone number and opening hours.
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With a breathtaking view of St Mark's Square, this restaurant with its elegant and sophisticated style, offers cuisine deeply rooted in the territory, celebrating the flavours of the lagoon and its typical ingredients. Chef Massimiliano Alajmo' brings his contemporary slant to the dishes. Also worthy of attention is the wine list, balancing the regional and the international.

Piazza San Marco 121, 30124 Venice, Italy
Italian Cuisine

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 wonderful experience in a fascinating and majestic place overlooking the Venetian streets.

Calle Tiepolo 1364, 30125 Venice, Italy

Elegance, sophistication and an atmospheric ambience. A connection with the region and the traditions of the lagoon as well as creativity are the key to the cuisine of chef Riccardo Canella. Impeccable service. Refined wine list with a wealth of renowned labels from the region and beyond.

Giudecca 10, 30133 Venice, Italy
Italian Cuisine

Cozy 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.

Calle Tron 1961, 30135 Venice, Italy

The cuisine of the two chefs Chiara Pavan and Francesco Brutto is an "environmental cuisine" that is a snapshot of the immediate surroundings. A cuisine of the highest quality and with a concept: lots of fish, lots of vegetables, colourful and authentically presented. Beautiful wine list.

Fondamenta Santa Caterina 3, 30142 Mestre, Italy

Nestled in the luxurious and refined ambience of the St. Regis, "Gio's" offers cuisine that is somewhere between classic Italian and typical Venetian dishes, all reworked in a contemporary style. The wine list is exquisite and well integrated into the menu.

Piazza San Marco, 30124 Venice, Italy

A modern and cosy fine dining restaurant. Based on the lagoon of Venice, the cuisine offers a foray across the country, stylish and using excellent ingredients. Dedicated and enthusiastic service. The wine list is excellent and matches the menu.

Salizzada dei Greci 3303, 30122 Venice, Italy

The terrace offers a spectacular view of the Grand Canal. The restaurant boasts a carefully designed ambience with many details, where local chefs offer traditional and regional cuisine with a modern twist. Try the catch of the day. Small wine list, professional service.

Sestiere San Marco 1364, 30124 Venice, Italy

The cuisine features the fusion style of the lagoon with rich, tasty recipes and generous portions. Tradition is always vivid and is enriched with a touch of the Orient. The tasting menu is fascinating and highly recommended. The wine list is well thought out and extensive.

Calle Tron 1131, 30124 Venice, Italy
Italian Cuisine

This restaurant features a classic style and a splendid outdoor terrace overlooking the Grand Canal. The cuisine offers seasonal dishes inspired by thousands of years of local gastronomic tradition. First-class, courteous service. Well-crafted wine list.

San Marco 1332, 30124 Venice, Italy

THE café par excellence in Venice and a firm institution on St. Mark's Square since 1720! This iconic place offers everything you could wish for in terms of elegance, sophistication and taste. The menu features traditional specialties that are creatively interpreted while retaining their authentic taste.

Piazza San Marco 57, 30124 Venice, Italy

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.

Laguna Di San Marco, 30133 Venice, Italy

A cuisine with a personal and competent touch, which is nevertheless inspired by the region and emphasises the seasonality of the produce. Research and experimentation characterise the work; the dishes are not only convincing in taste but also in aesthetics. Contemporary ambience with refined style. A fine selection of wines and attentive, experienced service.

Sestiere San Polo 2908, 30125 Venedig Zentrum, Italy

On a breathtaking terrace in one of the most authentic areas of Venice, this modern and contemporary restaurant offers traditional cuisine with innovative elements and interesting combinations. The wine list is remarkable and boasts over 1000 labels.

Sestiere Dorsoduro 19, 30123 Venice, Italy
Italian Cuisine

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.

Calle dei Fabbri 4685, 30124 Venice, Italy
Italian Cuisine

In this charming osteria in Murano, refined cuisine in the style of the lagoon meets the design of an old glassworks. Seasonal produce from small local businesses forms the basis for a tasty menu that includes both contemporary and traditional elements.

Fondamenta Manin 48, 30141 Venice, Italy
Italian Cuisine

This restaurant in the Fondaco dei Tedeschi bears the signature of the Alajmo family. It offers tasty, dynamic and Mediterranean cuisine: from fish and meat to vegetarian dishes. The cocktail bar and the view from the terrace are also worth a mention.

Sestiere San Marco 5556, 30124 Venice, Italy
Italian Cuisine

Housed in a luxurious hotel overlooking the Grand Canal, the restaurant is inspired by a modern and refined design. The cuisine is based on tradition and offers interesting experiments. In summer, tables by the water with a romantic atmosphere. Excellent wine selection. .

Dorsoduro 173, 30123 Venice, Italy
Italian Cuisine

In an elegant and sumptuous restaurant just a stone's throw from the Grand Canal, chef Alberto Fol offers cuisine that celebrates the Italian gastronomic tradition while enhancing that of the lagoon. Tasteful dishes presented in a contemporary style. The wine list matches the menu.

Campo Santa Maria Zobenigo o del Giglio 2467, 30124 Venice, Italy
Italian Cuisine

In this gourmet restaurant with only nine tables, inspired by the name of an old theatre, guests can enjoy meat and fish dishes that change according to the season and the inspiration of the chef. Beautiful wine list with old vintages. I

Campo Santi Filippo e Giacomo 4509, 30122 Venice, Italy