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From the classic Cantina Do Mori and Harry's Bar-Venice, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.4 · 1,151 reviews
Step into Cantina Do Mori, the Rialto-area bacaro that has been pouring wine since 1462. Squeeze up to the counter beneath the copper pots and work through a plate of cicchetti with a glass of local wine.
★ 3.6 · 4,433 reviews
Discover Harry's Bar, the storied Venice institution behind the Bellini cocktail. Order the original peach-and-prosecco drink and carpaccio at a reserved table in its understated, classic dining room.
★ 4.4 · 4,120 reviews
Settle into Cantina Do Spade, a wood-paneled Venetian cantina with a local following. Order a few cicchetti with wine, then move on to duck gnocchi, risotto or a generous plate of fried calamari.
★ 4.2 · 2,138 reviews
Discover Osteria Bancogiro, a lively Grand Canal restaurant with a terrace over the water. Pair modern Venetian plates with a glass from the wine list while gondolas pass by.
★ 4.7 · 1,677 reviews
Stop at Bar All'Arco, a compact Venetian bar prized for fresh, well-made cicchetti. Order a few traditional bites, such as creamy cod, with a glass of wine at the streetside terrace.
★ 4.4 · 7,512 reviews
Stop by Farini, the pizza counter near St Mark's Square that locals recommend for honest prices. Pick a slice baked in front of you and finish with the homemade-style tiramisu.
★ 4.7 · 3,022 reviews
Discover Cantine del Vino già Schiavi, a historic tavern with bottles stacked to the ceiling. Stand at the counter with a glass of recommended wine and sample fresh Venetian-style sandwiches.
★ 4.7 · 1,236 reviews
Discover Al Mercà, a small, affordable bar that draws locals and travellers alike. Stand with a spritz or glass of wine and work through cured meats, meatballs and creamy baccalà on bread.
★ 4.6 · 1,635 reviews
Discover Osteria al Cicheto, a tucked-away spot where Venetian cooking and local wines come as fixed-price menus. Order the beef tartare or pork cheek and see why some visitors book two nights running.
★ 4.5 · 3,357 reviews
Discover Vino Vero, an intimate canalfront wine bar beloved by locals and visitors alike. Sip natural wines by the glass and snack on classic Venetian cicchetti beside the water.
★ 4.8 · 1,204 reviews
Discover Il Mercante, a trendy Venice cocktail bar with a warm, convivial atmosphere. Settle on the cosy upper floor or at the bar and sample inventive cocktails crafted by friendly bartenders.
★ 4.2 · 410 reviews
Discover Bar Longhi, an old-world hotel bar looking onto the Grand Canal. Order a cocktail and take in the decor and the view of Venice's landmarks from your table.
★ 4.7 · 787 reviews
Listen to a live jazz quartet in a low-lit club just a short walk from Venice's main sights. A romantic evening for couples who love live music.
★ 4.5 · 980 reviews
Seek out Osteria Al Cantinon, a quiet trattoria with a hidden-away feel and canal-side tables. Taste inventive Venetian dishes like tuna tartare cacio e pepe and grilled octopus.
★ 4.5 · 2,291 reviews
Settle into Al Vecio Marangon, a snug trattoria just off Venice's main tourist trail where the hosts make you feel at home. Work through traditional dishes and regional specialties with a glass of wine chosen on advice from the floor.
★ 4.4 · 3,708 reviews
Discover Al Timon, a rustic, buzzing spot with an easygoing crowd and plenty of outdoor seating. Order cicchetti with a beer while you wait, then settle into steak, seafood or pasta with a bottle of wine.
★ 4.2 · 6,083 reviews
Discover Il Paradiso Perduto, a buzzing Venetian tavern where locals and visitors share long tables. Choose fresh seafood and cicchetti from the counter and soak up the convivial, sometimes musical, atmosphere.
★ 4.3 · 1,264 reviews
Discover Skyline Rooftop Bar, a sleek perch above the Hilton Molino Stucky with sweeping Venetian views. Order a cocktail and watch the sun go down over the lagoon.
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★ 4.8 · 1,576 reviews
Watch the light fade over the lagoon on the Catamaran Sunset Jazz Cruise with Aperitivo. Sip your included drink, nibble cicchetti and listen to live saxophone jazz as the Giudecca Canal and St. Mark's Bay glide past.
★ 4.2 · 455 reviews
Discover Vini Da Arturo, a ten-table Venetian bistro with a family-like welcome. Share plates of its celebrated eggplant and breaded pork in a small, buzzing room.
★ 4.6 · 1,765 reviews
Cross to Giudecca and settle in at La Palanca, where Venice looks beautiful from a distance. Order the fresh seafood pastas and tagliata at a window table while locals fill the room around you.
★ 3.6 · 1,517 reviews
Step into Aciugheta, a brick-lined Venetian trattoria where the wood-fired comfort of pizza meets local cicchetti. Share a pizza and a salad with a glass of regional wine in a warm, relaxed dining room.
★ 3.9 · 277 reviews
Discover Top of the Carlton, a romantic rooftop spot high above the Venetian streets. Sip a drink or enjoy seafood as the city lights glow and the evening unfolds.
★ 4.3 · 1,400 reviews
Listen to live jazz, blues or rock in a cosy Venice bar away from the crowds. Order a cocktail, a bruschetta and settle in.
★ 4.3 · 1,001 reviews
Drop into Bea Vita, a rustic Venetian bistro where outdoor tables and a laid-back soundtrack set the tone. Share traditional dishes and good drinks, then linger late into the night.
★ 4.0 · 858 reviews
Dance to house music in one of Venice's few real night clubs. A late-night option for friends and couples after dinner.
★ 4.7 · 176 reviews
Discover Experimental Cocktail Club Venice, a stylish evening bar with a view and a seasonal menu. Sample inventive cocktails built from ingredients and spirits sourced around the world.
★ 4.2 · 921 reviews
Eat seasonal Venetian dishes and listen to live jazz in an art-filled restaurant. A relaxed evening for couples who want good food and music.
★ 4.3 · 535 reviews
Discover Stappo, a modern enoteca in Venice pairing a thoughtful wine list with seafood-led cooking. Share inventive plates of local fish and seasonal vegetables over a glass or bottle.
★ 4.5 · 1,163 reviews
Discover Estro, a rustic-chic restaurant run by two Murano-born brothers. Enjoy reimagined regional dishes with wines chosen by the sommelier, served in glassware from young local artisans.
Venice · 🍽️ Food
Cantina Do Mori
45 min
Venice · 🍸 Drinks
Harry's Bar-Venice
1h15
Cantina Do Spade
Osteria Bancogiro
Bar All'Arco
Farini
Cantine del Vino già Schiavi
Al Mercà
30 min
Osteria al Cicheto
Vino Vero
1h30
Il Mercante
Bar Longhi
Venice · 🌙 Nightlife
Venice Jazz Club
2h
Osteria Al Cantinon
Al Vecio Marangon
Al Timon
Il Paradiso Perduto
Skyline Rooftop Bar
Venice · 🎭 Entertainment
Catamaran Sunset Jazz Cruise with Aperitivo
Vini Da Arturo
La Palanca
Aciugheta
Top of the Carlton
Al Vapore
2h30
Bea Vita
MOLO5 - Venice Nightclub
3h
Experimental Cocktail Club Venice
Laguna Libre – Eco Ristorante Jazz club & Cocktail Bar
Stappo-Enoteca con cucina
Estro