Each year, million of tourists visit Venice and the vast majority of them will pay too much to eat mediocre food in tourist-traps. Luckily Venice also has a lot of (hidden) great restaurants and most importantly 'Bacari', which is their version of a Spanish Tapas bar. Bacari usually serve a variety of small colourful, budget-friendly dishes which change continuously based on the season (some actually change hour by hour). These small dishes are called 'cicchetti' and are meant to be the perfect companion to a glass of wine or a Spritz. Think of these Bacari as your local neighbourhood bar, and be ready to bend elbow to elbow with the locals. Here are my favorite places to eat, drink, snack and stay in Venice!

Venezia

La Serenissima- One of the most important ports of the Mediterranean and home to some incredible art,food and wine. It's an open air museum. 
The Rialto Market is right on the Grand Canal.
It can be really crowded on these tiny streets, watch your wallets.

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A great itinerary for a 2-4 day trip to Venice with multiple cicchetti tour, aperitivo, and sightseeing options. 

Venice, Italy

If you're visiting Venice, Italy save this culinary guide on what and where you should be eating. Venetian cuisine is quite unique, and the city itself doesn't always get the best rep, but that's because it's easy to fall for the tourist traps if you don't know where to go and what to order. Enjoy this guide to learn what are the typical dishes to try, and 17 restaurants/bakeries/bars to try them at. I've also included my full guide on "cicchetti" (Venetian tapas), and 24 restaurant/bars where to eat them.

Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

What and Where to Eat in Venice, Italy

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Venture into the heart of Venice, a city steeped in romance, history, and unparalleled beauty. First-time visitors will be swept away by the iconic canals, architectural marvels, and the vibrant atmosphere that makes Venice a crown jewel of Italy. Whether you're gliding through serene waterways on a traditional gondola, marveling at the intricate mosaics of St. Mark's Basilica, or indulging in authentic Italian cuisine at a picturesque waterside trattoria, our itinerary is designed to help you seize every precious moment in this floating city.

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- 4 & 5 star Hotel recommendations with booking links based on my site inspections and partner relationships
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Vini da Gigio

Refined traditional restaurant, which has been run by the owner Paolo Lazzari for many years, maintaining the same style and high quality. The atmosphere is old-fashioned, warm and welcoming. This is a place where locals come for a special occasion or Sunday lunch. I love their ravioli stuffed with monkfish and their fried baby squids

   In the district of Cannaregio, a rustic environment and informal service in an inn where you can see into the kitchen, and which offers both fish and meat dishes; a good choice of wines.  For reservations, visit https://vinidagigio.it/reservation/

This is one of the first places I went to almost 40 years ago. The front was a Bacaro and there was a secret door in the back which led to a dining room.


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