Venice Restaurant Tips by TRimer

Dalla Marisa: Student/Worker Hangout for a Great Lunch

My friend, Piergiorgio, took me here for lunch. All locals- not a tourist in site. It was however, written up in a catalog for William Sonoma (the owner showed it to me). The place gets packed at lunch so you need to make a reservation.

Favorite Dish: All lunches include a salad and a glass of wine. I don't remember there being a menu- only "specials" that the waitress told us about. Pier said that they have a menu for tourists. We had a simple meat based pasta dish. Good but not out of this world.

Address: calle de le Canne Nr. 652

Comparison: less expensive than average

Directions: Cannaregio (on the canal when you go over the bridge)

Phone: 39 041 720211

Rating: 4

Theme: Local

Terrazza Danieli: Restaurant with a View Terrazza Danieli Review

The rooftop restaurant atop the luxury Hotel Danieli affords Venice's most famous view from the Riva degli Schiavoni over San Maggiore. The view during at sunset was most memoriable.

Favorite Dish: Go for the view rather than the food. It is unbelievingly expensive. We had a glass of wine, a sandwich and cafe each, and the bill was just under $100 US.

Address: Hotel Danieli, San Marco

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: Riva degli Schiavoni, Castello 4

Price: US$31-40

Rating: 4

Theme: Other

Al Gatto Nero da Ruggero: Little Gem on Burano Al Gatto Nero da Ruggero Review

This little gem on Burano isn't near the other restaurants, but that's okay. It forces you to stroll the lovely island, passing the candy-colored houses until you find it.

Favorite Dish: Great seafood pasta (ask your waiter what he recommends).

Address: Via Guidecca 88, Burano 30012

Comparison: about average

Phone: 041-730120

Rating: 4

Theme: Local

Website: http://www.gattonero.com

Do Forni: For a Very Special Occasion Do Forni Review

The restaurant is divided into two contiguous rooms: one characterised by rustic-elegant fittings, endowed with a century-old stone fireplace and looking out upon an inner garden-courtyard that brings back the memories of an old venetian restaurant; and another one, called “Orient Express” whose luxurious furniture accurately reproduces the equipment and the intimate and welcoming atmosphere of the restaurant wagon of the famous train that joins Venice to Paris and Istambul.

It is best to have your hotel make a reservation. We got in at the last minute because my friend's father is well known in Venice.

Favorite Dish: The restaurant has won numerous awards. My favorite was the carpaccio.

The menu is centered around centuries-old traditional Venetian fish recipes accompanied by exquisite vegetable dishes and delicate sauces. Local fruits, vegetables and meats are used in sophisticated local interpretations of international and traditional specialties.

The wine list is comprehensive and prestigious, personally compiled and maintained by the proprietor. A choice from among the best labels from every region in Italy are available, in addition to fine French wines, Champagne and a selection of other foreign wines.

Address: San Marco 468, Calle Specchieri

Comparison: most expensive

Directions: Open year round
Hours: 12.00-15.30 / 19.00- 24.00

Other Contact: info@doforni.it

Phone: 041 - 5232148

Price: US$41 and up

Rating: 0

Theme: Local

Website: http://www.doforni.it