Do Forni is localted in a quaint and calm district of the city. The clientèle includes political and showbiz personalities, as well as many tourists, who are all drawn to the soft lighting with velour and brocade recalling the Orient Express. The other rooms are reminiscent of the ancient city with its elegant and rustic interiors. The service is excellent, as are the fish dishes; try the sea bass and polenta. The wine list is extensive and complements your meal perfectly and the desserts are delicious.

Do Leoni takes up a cavernous dining area inside the luxurious Hotel Londra Palace, on Riva degli Schiavoni. The elegant restaurant features plush interiors and a fair-weather outdoor seating arrangement. The menu here is lined with traditional Venetian preparations that are served an innovative, contemporary twist. Authentic recipes blend well with top quality, local ingredients to produce dishes with sublime flavors and enchanting aromas. Also on offer here is a well-considered wine list that couple well with the gorgeous offerings of Do Leoni.

Antico Caffé Martini is a dining destination like no other, near Piazza San Marco, a few steps away from Teatro la Fenice. A lot of its costumers here are the theater's patrons who've come to catch a bite and a drink, before or after the show. Romantic duets entertain diners as they eat, the lovely outdoor patio makes for a romantic date spot. The service is excellent and the cuisine is typically Venetian with a nod towards traditional fish and seafood preparations. A wide selection of local and non-local wine is on offer as well, these couple well with the delightful offerings at Antico Caffé Martini. With a history that begins in the 1720s, Martini's has a lot to offer, whether you're a lover of arts, history, music, food and wine.

Restaurant La Caravella on Calle Larga XXII Marzo oozes elegance, and a certain, enchanting character that took over 50 years to develop. The beautiful restaurant is bedecked in classy dark wood furniture and bathed in mood lighting - the perfect setting for a romantic date. On offer here is a range of sensational Venetian fare; the menu is dominated by traditional fish and seafood preparations. Using authentic Venetian culinary techniques, the kitchens at La Caravella produce masterpieces like steamed spider crab, sea bass tartare with scampi carpaccio, risotto with fennel and lobster sauce and such. Although the prices are little steep, the sublime offerings, attentive service and a gorgeous ambiance more than make up for it.

Trattoria Antiche Carapane invites you to a treat of "distinguished Venetian cuisine" in a small and snug setting. Located in the heart of Venice, this place is frequented by politicians and movie stars who need a break from their hectic schedules. Their menu comprises an eclectic range of Venetian preparations and delectable seafood. Try Cassopipa: spaghetti with a spicy shellfish sauce and order for wine to go along with it. Alfresco dining at their lovely outdoor terrace adds another dimension especially during the nights.

Osteria Da Fiore is set in a former tavern and is among the most popular restaurants in the city. The credit goes to Mara and Maurizio Martin who make sure their diners are delighted by the superb food created by Mara. The traditional Venetian fare is given a creative twist by the chef which includes crowd pullers like bass in balsamic vinegar, moleche (deep fried soft-shell crabs) and cuttlefish risotto. Since it is mainly seafood, their menu regularly changes as it depends upon the fresh catch. Complement your feast with Italian or French wines though they do have a good selection of cognacs and whiskey as well. Due to its compact size, reservations are highly recommended. With its elegant ambiance and soft lights, it is a wonderful place for romantic meals.

Locanda Cipriani is among the famous restaurants in the city, and it owes its fame to its exquisite cooking. The atmosphere is very refined, and the service unbeatable. Its terracotta bricks, Venetian bas-relief and wooden ceiling has an old worldly charm to it. You can choose to dine in the terrace during summer or at the beautiful garden for the remainder of the year. Relish the delightful local cuisine that has wowed many.