One of the very few Japanese restaurants in Venice, Mirai is a gem of Cannaregio. Offering classic sashimi and sushi specialties, this trendy eatery is quite the local favorite. There are also some innovative fusion preparations on offer other than usual favorites like spicy tuna roll and such. The place features an airy outdoor seating area which makes for a good dining spot during friendlier weathers. There's a selection of cocktails, many with sake bases, available which couple well with the offerings at Mirai.
Birraria La Corte is a popular restaurant situated in the heart of San Polo. This no-nonsense pizzeria has a beautiful extended patio where one can enjoy a scrumptious Venetian fare and watch the world pass by. The dining room and garden together seat around one hundred people, hence the place is great for larger parties and families.. The menu includes several types of pizzas as well as regional pasta, vegetable and fish dishes. The wine list contains mainly local varieties but since this place was a former brewer, beer takes pride over wine here. Quite famous among the locals, the place is seen buzzing with patrons throughout the day.
One of three historic cafés on Piazza San Marco, the Grancaffè Quadri has been a part of the Venetian experience since 1638, along with the two other major historic cafés of Venice: Lavena and Florian. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip with luxurious exteriors and interiors, and sometimes, a live orchestra plays in the background. The opulent décor comprises of resplendent Venetian chandeliers and mirrors. Customers can enjoy fine coffee in myriad flavors complemented by exquisite desserts and gourmet snacks. On certain nights between April and October, connoisseurs of music can enjoy the melodies played by renowned musicians.
It can't get more sophisticated than the famous and renowned Canova Restaurant at The Luna Hotel Baglioni. This classic restaurant has a lot to boast about, including having the reputation of being one of the first restaurants in Venice besides having a rich and colorful history. It has sophisticated and exclusive surroundings set against the splendid San Marco lagoon. The restaurant is artistically decorated with rich upholstery, paintings, porcelain and glassware. The cuisine is great with a varied menu of local traditional Venetian, regional and international specialties.delicacies. Food can be perfectly complemented with something from their impressive wine cellar which houses international as well as classic domestic wines.
This tavern is located under the Sotoportego dell’Erbaria, one of the porches of Mercato di Rialto. It takes its name from the public merchant bank that was housed in its place. Bancogiro is a restaurant and a bacaro (local bar). They serve cicchetti; small classy snacks served in small dishes and wine served by the glass standing up at the bar. If you prefer a proper meal, you can sit inside or at the patio behind the restaurant with a view on the Grand Canal. Bancogiro serves mostly vegetables and fish either fried, grilled or stuffed. This is a perfect place to unwind after a long day in the city and soak in the atmosphere.
Al Vapore, the small music venue is located right off the mainland-side of the bridge to Venice in Marghera, which is directly on the other side of the tracks from the train station in Mestre. They very often host international jazz acts and world-class music concerts. Folks from all over the region come to Al Vapore to hear good live music in an intimate setting. It's one of the few places in Mestre where the entire family can enjoy a cultural entertainment and some tasty Italian grub.