Venetian cuisine

Today's Venetian cuisine is the result of centuries of cultural melting-pot, from the times when the Serenissima's dominions were extended to the easternmost waters of the Mediterranean. It therefore happens that purely local ingredients, such as fish or shellfish from the lagoon, are then enhanced through the use of exotic spices, processed according to ancient traditions from Greece, the Balkans or the islands of modern Turkey.
Below we will recommend some of the best restaurants in the city, capable of offering you the best interpretations of this deep and multifaceted tradition. Only places that true Venetians would recommend to friends, of course. 

Ristorante da Fiore

Said by many to be the best restaurant in the city, it is hidden among the narrows calli of San Polo, with its 'iconic balcony -booked discreetly in advance- overlooking a placid and picturesque canal that looks directly at the Frari's Basilique. Fiore offers the height of tradition with a service from another era, characteristics that have made it a place in the heart of many Venetian families but also of those who, returning often, are fond of the places that have made the city's dining history. Conveniently accessible by boat/taxi or a short walk from Ca'Dadda to the central Rialto area. www.ristorantedafiore.com

Osteria Santa Marina

A relative newcomer to the city's historic restaurant scene, Osteria Santa Marina stands in the campo of the same name, not even a five-minute walk from Ca'Dadda and in one of the areas most populated by Venetians. A place that immediately became loved for the quality of the products used and for its fresh and contemporary approach to traditional cuisine. Remarkable wine list and possibility to be lulled by more than one tasting path. www.osteriadisantamarina.com

Lineadombra

Over a thousand wine labels from around the world, innovative seafood cuisine with attention to every detail. All with the side dish of one of the most beautiful locations to dine in Venice: a terrace on the Giudecca Canal that floats between the 17th-century Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute and the Church of Redentore, dating from the previous century. You are served directly on the water, in one of the city's quietest and most exclusive areas, populated by art galleries and artists of all kinds. www.ristorantelineadombra.com

Estro

Located in the sestiere of Dorsoduro, accessible by boat or water taxi from the charming Ramo di Castelforte, Estro is a wine bar with kitchen run by young Venetians, offering more than 600 labels of natural wine from sustainable viticulture. The menu is composed by traditional dishes reinterpreted with a modern twist, prepared with the freshest and finest ingredients. All the taste of an alternative experience without sacrificing quality and first-rate service. www.estrovenezia.com

Bepi già 54

The most authentic experience of Venetian cuisine, in a historic osteria that has managed to preserve the ancient flavor without sacrificing an attentive, quality service.The historically family-run establishment is just a few minutes' walk from Ca'Dadda and is frequented by regulars, who find all the traditional dishes carefully prepared with fresh ingredients from the nearby Rialto market. Not to be missed is the wide selection of appetizers and seasonal off-menu specials; the recommendation is to get the best advice from the staff. A timeless place to eat like true inhabitants of the lagoon city. https://www.dissapore.com/locali/schede-locali/trattoria-da-bepi-gia-54-venezia/

Al paradiso perduto

A historic venue run for a few years now by a young and friendly staff. In the 1980s and 1990s it was a reference point for the entire alternative and “underground” music scene in the city: a dimension it still retains, in changed times, hosting lively concerts during midweek evenings. The service is fast and informal, and the kitchen offers hearty and tasty dishes, with a focus on seasonal variables. The perfect place to spend a rowdy evening with friends and to feel the flavor of authentic Venetian evenings. Il Paradiso is also a short walk from Ca'Dadda, conveniently accessible by water, in one of the city's liveliest and most youthful areas. Paradiso Perduto | Zero