Si trova ai piedi del ponte del Megio, che porta in campo San Giacomo da L'Orio per chi viene da Rialto o San Polo. Il locale è piccolo, con pochi tavoli, ma l'ambiente è veramente simpatico e il canale vicino, che d'inverno lambisce pericolosamente la fondamenta, aumenta la magia. Anche se piccolo, il servizio è inappuntabile; è meglio prenotare, perché i tavoli sono pochi. Ci trovate sia turisti che locali, ed è ideale se avete voglia di un'alternativa al pesce.In controtendenza, ha deciso di non sviluppare la cucina del territorio a base di pesce quanto di aprire a ricerche su piatti a base soprattutto di verdure e ortaggi; ottimi gli spaghetti con la zucca, o le verdure con yogurt.
Walking under the Rialtos arcades you can reach this small typical Venetian osteria hidden in a side street of this busy area. A former member of a local rock band has recently opened it, as you can see from the musical instruments decorating the interior. You can drop there just for an aperitif with a great choice of bruschette, small cheese rissoles, meatballs and really good wines or stay for dinner. The menu changes with the seasons according to availability of fresh, flavorful ingredients of the nearby Rialto Food Market. In the good season is a real pleasure sitting at the few tables on the corner outside the restaurant. - Maria Frullini
A hidden gem of Dorsoduro, Pizza Al Volo is one of Venice's best kept secrets. Offering authentic, scrumptious pizza pies, this small eatery is notoriously famous for its tasty offerings. The place is almost a blink-n-miss, but once eaten here, you'd want to keep returning, for its unbeatable staples and the rock-bottom prices! Generous proportions, traditional recipes, extremely pocket-friendly prices and a warm, friendly service make Pizza Al Volo such a winner, even without a five-star ambiance and plush interiors. Definitely worth a try!
Al Chioschetto is small open-air bar loved by locals not only for its scrumptious sandwiches and paninis but also for the breath-taking views that it lets you enjoy. A few chairs, tables and umbrellas form a humble setting of this gem that is located overlooking the picturesque Canale della Giudecca. Order from a wide range of delicious toasted sandwiches and paninis, vegetable salads then grab a large pint of chilled beer or your favorite wine and enjoy the sun taking a dip into the waters as the day passes by. During summers the bar is open till 2:00a and is perfect for a late night romantic drink with someone special.
El Sbarlefo San Pantalon offers a contemporary interior decor with emphasis on geometrical shapes and patterns. Dim yellow lighting, textured walls, round tables and stools and floor-to-ceiling racks of wine bottles create a modern vibe. This bar is known for its live music and on most nights, guests can sip fine Italian wines to the sound of Blues, Bossa Nova and Jazz beats. The menu offers beverages like Raboso wine and cinnamon and mint liquor, along with cicchetti (small snacks) such as Anchovy Bruschetta and Smoked Salmon served with cheese. Check their Facebook page for the detailed schedule of musical events.
Osteria La Bottega ai Promessi Sposi is nestled in the Cannaregio district of Venice and offers authentic Italian cicchetti, seafood and wines to those who are lucky to chance upon it. From the street, one can see a quirky sign sporting the restaurant name and an intricate graphic of a fish, hanging next to old-styled lamps. The dining room is cozy and is largely filled with wooden furniture. The menu includes Misto di Pesce, a fried fish item, Fried Schie, a prawn dish soaked in balsamic vinegar, Spaghetti with Clams and Strozzapreti Pasta. Do not miss the delicious Chocolate Torte, full of rich flavors, for dessert. The attractive visual presentation of the dishes at this restaurant serves as an added bonus.