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A quest for authentic Italian food in Venice! To learn more about our tours, visit us at www.theromanguy.com Dining Osteria Enoteca San Marco CALLE FREZZERIA, 1610 (NEAR ST MARK’S SQUARE) - TEL: +39 041 5285242 A popular spot on the main island in Venice, with over 300 types of wine and a delicious menu, it is hard to go wrong here. Meat, fish, game and vegetable plates are presented with a modern twist on traditional Italian flavors. The menu is seasonal, with the use of fresh produce, so you can guarantee everything you eat is fresh! Wash it all down with a quality Italian wine and enjoy the tastes of Venice. PRICE: AMBIANCE: – RSVP: 12:30 pm - 11 pm a must! Osteria da Fiore SAN POLO, 2202 (NEAR RIALTO BRIDGE) - TEL: +39 041 721308 Focusing on fish that has been caught in the local harbor, this family run restaurant has made its name by cooking up a storm with the seafood recipes that have passed down through the Martin family for generations. Do not pass up on the seafood risotto! PRICE: AMBIANCE: – RSVP: Tue - Sat: 12:30 pm - 2 pm at the door 7 pm - 10:30 pm Quadri PIAZZA SAN MARCO (ST MARK’S SQUARE) - TEL: +39 041 5222105 Our top pick for fine dining on the island has got to be this Michelin star gem, located in the heart of Venice in St. Mark’s square. Words escape us as to how good some of the food is in this restaurant, but it comes at a price! If you're looking for a luxury experience then service, attention to detail and exquisite food at Quadri will certainly fit the bill. PRICE: AMBIANCE: – RSVP: Tue - Sun: 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm a must! 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm GAM GAM (Kosher Restaurant) CANNAREGIO, 1122 (IN JEWISH QUARTER) - TEL: +39 366 2504505 Welcome to the Jewish Quarter on Venice island and the world’s most well-known Kosher restaurant! We would not visit this part of the island without making sure he stopped in to taste some of the goodies that GAM GAM has to offer. You can choose from baked goods, such as breads and cakes (baked daily on the premises - there’s a brocha in the dough!) to delicious Kosher and Vegan meals. Visit the restaurant for the best Jewish meal in Venice (make sure you try their pasticcio GAM GAM lasagna) or visit GAM GAM Goodies just a few steps away from the restaurant for some “to go” options’. PRICE: AMBIANCE: – RSVP: Sun - Thu: 12 pm - 10 pm a must! Fri: 12 pm - 2 pm Poste Vecie SAN POLO, 1608 (RIALTO AREA) - TEL: +39 041 721822 Authentic trattoria with classic Venetian cooking! They even have a charming garden from the 1500s! PRICE: AMBIANCE: – RSVP: Wed - Mon: 12 pm - 3 pm a must! 7 pm - 10:30 pm Taverna Scalinetto CASTELLO, 3803 (CASTELLO AREA) - TEL: =39 041 520 0776 A Venetian decorated interior and located just out of the busy city center will ensure you have a nice dining experience. The chef has revised some traditional Venice dishes with a simplicity and freshness you are sure to enjoy. PRICE: AMBIANCE: – RSVP: Mon - Sun: recommended 11 am - 11 pm La Colonna FONDAMENTA TRAPOLIN, 53/29 (CANNAREGIO AREA) - TEL: = 39 041 522 9641 Located in the area of the island known as Cannaregio. It has delicious food and a very welcoming atmosphere in an area that is not super touristy. PRICE: AMBIANCE: – RSVP: Mon - Sun: 12 pm - 3 pm recommended 6 pm - 8 pm Evening Drinks/Aperitivo Osteria al Portego CASTELLO SAN LIO, 6014 (NEAR RIALTO BRIDGE) - TEL: +39 041 522 9038 Cozy Venetian Wine bar with a counter full of traditional Venetian cicchetti. Sample a range of regional wines and have a light snack as an aperitif before dinner or a little indulgence afterwards. Cheers! PRICE: AMBIANCE: – 10:30 am - 2:30 pm 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm Cantina do Mori ESTIERE SAN POLO, 429 (NEAR RIALTO BRIDGE) - TEL: +39 041 522 5401 On the other side of Rialto Bridge, you’ll find one of the oldest wine bars on Venice island and a legendary hangout amongst locals. Tucked down a winding backstreet, the staff will welcome you with a smile as you find a place to perch and sample some of their delicious local wines straight from the barrel. PRICE: AMBIANCE: – Mon - Sat: 8 am - 7:30 pm Venice Jazz Club DORSODURO, 3102 (NEAR CA’ FOSCARI) - TEL: +39 041 523 2056 Kick back, relax and listen to some jazz. After dinner the entertainment here makes the night top notch! With a great atmosphere to indulge in we never take a visit to Venice without coming here. PRICE: AMBIANCE: – Mon - Wed, Fri: 7 pm - 11 pm Caffè Florian PIAZZA SAN MARCO (NEAR ST MARK’S SQUARE) - TEL: +39 041 520 5641 Venice’s most famous cafe in the Procuratie Nuove of Piazza San Marco. Started in 1720, it is a contender for the title of the oldest coffee house in Venice. Elegant,artistic and classic Venetian, you can sit inside and admire the intricate decor or outside and watch the world go by - with a glass of prosecco in hand of course. PRICE: AMBIANCE: – 9 am - 12 am Gelato Gelateria Alaska CALLE LARGA DE BARI, 1159 (SANTA CROCE) Tucked away in Santa Croce, this favorite pit stop for gelato has been growing in popularity over the past few years. With a colorful selection of flavors - from rosewater to artichoke - you’ll be bound to try something you’ve never tasted before. Delicious gelato and a cheerful owner. Gelateria il Doge DORSODURO 3058/A (NEAR CA’ FOSCARI) The first thing you’ll notice about this place is its long line outside. Now, if you are really wanting a good gelato then we recommend that you wait it out - the line moves faster than you think! It’s also open into the night for that after dinner gelato that is oh so necessary on vacation! La Mela Verde CASTELLO, 30122 (NEAR ST MARK’S SQUARE) Artisan gelato at its best! Mela Verde is a favorite of ours, meaning we usually take a stroll through St. Mark’s in the late afternoon and end up at this spot to taste whatever flavor is in season. Their tiramisu flavor is just divine. Transportation Water Bus / Vaporetto A single ticket costs 7 euros and is good for one hour, in one direction, from the time it is stamped. If staying in Venice for more than a couple of days, it is worth getting a tourist travel card which can be bought through http://www.veneziaunica.it/ . The water buses tend to run from 5 am to 11:30 pm. Water Taxi 041 522 9040 Emergency Contact Numbers: 118 – Ambulance 112 – Carabinieri 113 – Police 115 – Fire Department DISCOVER ITALY WITH US BOOK MORE TOURS AND SAVE 5% To learn more about our food tours, visit us at theromanguy.com.