Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in Metropolitan City of Venice

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Harry's Bar

4.2

4.2 (226)

€51 and over

Italian

San Marco

About the restaurant

On May 13, 1931, Giuseppe Cipriani opened Harry's Bar in Venice. Over the years, Harry's Bar has become the place where writers, painters, artists, aristocrats, kings, and queens would meet. Among them were: Barbara Hutton, Katherine Hepburn, Gary Cooper, Giancarlo Menotti, Peggy Guggenheim, Orson Welles, Frank Lloyd Wright, Joe DiMaggio, Truman Capote, and Ernest Hemingway. The keys to the success of this small bar were: service, freedom, and lack of imposition.

Throughout its 93-year history, Harry's Bar has witnessed the 20th century in Venice. Its importance was also recognized by the Italian Ministry of Cultural Heritage, which declared it a national reference point in 2001. No other public place in Italy had received the same award in the same century.

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JohnVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent Staff over the top service top notch resturant

Gio's

4.6

4.6 (514)

€31 to €50

Italian

Venice

About the restaurant

We aim to enhance every element of your dining experience, from the bread baked fresh every morning, to the final flourishes performed at the table. Our menus are dynamic, featuring a variety of classic Italian and Venetian dishes, eloquently reworked with disruptive elements. Fresh, simple ingredients – expertly sourced and imaginatively prepared.
Dress code Lunch: Smart Causual
Dress code Dinner (After 6pm): Elegant (flip flop and shorts are not allowed for gentlemen)

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shawnVIP

Dined 3 days ago

It was an amazing dinner with all the details properly tended to by every staff member we came into contact with. We thoroughly enjoyed our 30th anniversary.

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Experience

Afternoon Tea Ritual

Ristorante Caffè Saraceno

4.4

4.4 (33)

€31 to €50

Italian

San Polo

About the restaurant

Since 1926, Ristorante Caffè Saraceno has been a landmark of authenticity, elegance, and breathtaking views in the heart of Venice. Its waterfront terrace places guests right above the Grand Canal, offering an unparalleled view of the iconic Rialto Bridge. Just steps from the gondola stop, it’s the perfect setting for a romantic and memorable experience. Whether it's the golden light of sunset or the gentle glide of gondolas passing by, every moment feels magical. The refined indoor décor, inspired by classic Venetian style, complements a menu that blends traditional local flavors with a modern touch.

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HeidiVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Last day of our vacation and had a great meal with a phenomenal view! We sat on the waterfront and watched the gondola’s float by while enjoying our meal. I had the fried calamari and shrimp along with fried eggplant and peppers and my sone had the lamb chops and mashed potatoes. For dessert we shared a mixed gelato banana split. Definitely recommend reservations as lots of visitors stopped by to get tables.

Hard Rock Cafe - Venice

4.5

4.5 (841)

€30 and under

American

Venice

About the restaurant

The new Hard Rock Cafe Venice is located directly behind the main tourist attraction of the city and one of the world’s most famous squares, St. Mark’s Square, which is home to the ornately decorated St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace as well as a number of museums, shops, and cafes. Our cafe, which is located in a historic building offering 360 square meters of space, incorporates an authentic Venetian style with tasteful decor, wide windows with panoramic views of the canal, and a handmade glass chandelier hanging in the center of the restaurant and was made right here in the famous Murano glass factory. Arrive by gondola or foot to enjoy freshly prepared American and local cuisine at Hard Rock Cafe Venice. Sink your teeth into our Legendary® Burger or choose a salad for something on the lighter side. Sip on a signature Hard Rock cocktail while enjoying the sights and sounds of one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

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Alex

Dined 1 day ago

We’ve eaten in Hard Rock cafes around the world and generally had a good experience. The Venice restaurant is in a fabulous location, directly overlooking the canal, and the staff were attentive and friendly. My signature burger was great, I’d highly recommend it, and the ice cream that followed it was really tasty. As it was my birthday celebration the staff embarrassed me by sticking a candle in it and singing‘happy birthday’ but I won’t hold it against them!

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Sagra Rooftop Restaurant

4.3

4.3 (80)

€31 to €50

Italian

Venice

About the restaurant

It’s a treat, it’s pure euphoria. The Sagra restaurant on the 4th floor of the Hotel offers the most spectacular view of the park and the lagoon of Venice. At the centre of the gastronomic experience lie the riches of Italian cuisine, with an emphasis on the flavours of the Veneto, but without forgetting the unique delights of the other regions or gluten free, vegetarian and vegan proposals.

In a décor of shades of blue inspired by the sky and the sea, the restaurant, with a show kitchen and marvellous terrace looking onto Venice and the Lagoon, is the perfect setting for a light lunch or a romantic dinner.

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KhadijahVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The overall experience was nice, wait staff was attentive, however, it was off putting to be told as I was being seated by the hostess, that due to high demand they would need me to vacate the table in 90mins. I was quite disappointed and would never accept a reservation under these conditions nor do I expect as much when I’ve planned in advance to make a reservation. As a result it felt as though my courses were rushed out to me which dampened my mood and I felt rushed which was disappointing.

Harry's Dolci Venezia

4.5

4.5 (47)

€51 and over

Italian

Giudecca

About the restaurant

Harry’s Dolci offre una vista straordinaria sul Canale della Giudecca. Fondato nel 1981, dispone di una sala interna e uno spazio all'aperto. Accoglie gli ospiti solo stagionalmente, dalla Primavera all'Autunno.
Dai tavoli esterni, affacciati sul Canale della Giudecca , si può ammirare una Venezia piacevole e rilassante, gustando i piatti classici dell’Harry’s Bar.

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Nicoletta

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Excellent location on the Giudecca canal, away from the chaotic tourist routes. You dine almost with your feet in the water looked after by the professional and kind staff enjoying traditional Cipriani dishes

Al Nono Risorto

4.4

4.4 (9)

€30 and under

Italian

Santa Croce

About the restaurant

One of the most ancient and traditional venetian Osterias, since 1870!

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Chris

Dined on May 24, 2025

Very nice outdoor dining. Pasta and carne was great.

Francy's at The Venice Venice Hotel

4.7

4.7 (11)

€51 and over

Italian

Cannaregio

About the restaurant

The Venice Venice Hotel's enchanting dining destination, where from 6pm each evening, tradition finds new expression. From the intimate courtyard through the storied sotoportego gallery to the privileged Grand Canal terrace, soft lighting and Postvenetian textiles that echo ancient tapestries create an atmosphere of rare intimacy. The menu ranges from reimagined Venetian dishes to refined international classics, each crafted with exceptional seasonal ingredients.

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Raj

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and even better service. Slightly expensive but it’s definitely worth it 😀👍🏼

Hostaria Osottoosopra

4.4

4.4 (133)

€31 to €50

Italian

Venice

About the restaurant

Hostaria OsottoOsopra was born from a fortuitous meeting, between the streets of Venice.
With a coffee and a chat, the dream of opening a restaurant with friends seemed to really take shape for the first time.
In August 2017, those that were initially only ideas are transformed into reality, within the walls of a former pub in Calle San Pantalon, a stone's throw from Campo Santa Margherita.It would not make sense to open yet another tourist place in Venice, only to then get confused among the many restaurants around the city.
No, Hostaria OsottoOsopra was supposed to be something different.
It had to be a place to feel at home, where eating well in Venice became possible at a reasonable price and where the service, always in the hand but always elegant, made me want to come back.
At the opening, Hosteria OsottoOsopra looked like this: with the atmosphere of a typical Venetian hostaria, but from the almost gourmet kitchen.

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Karie

Dined 4 days ago

Absolutely fantastic!! Small, charming, authentic! A true hidden gem that I would recommend again and again!!

Osteria Da Bubi

4.7

4.7 (78)

€30 and under

Italian

Castello

About the restaurant

"Da Bubi" siamo tutti noi: Veneziani, dai proprietari agli chef, dai camerieri ai pizzaioli, pronti a farvi conoscere la vera buona cucina Italiana, a volte Veneta, spesso Veneziana, in un bellissimo ambiente tipico Veneziano.
Bubi è un luogo di piacere e di relax, dove passare qualche momento di vera soddisfazione per il palato e per la mente. I nostri piatti sono prodotti al momento, nei giusti tempi, per darvi il massimo della qualità. Vi aspettiamo!

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MarkVIP

Dined on Jun 3, 2025

This was our second visit. Our first visit was so impressive we booked again to celebrate two birthdays. While the food was again outstanding, the service was not. After taking orders, our party of 6 was ignored the rest of night. Unable to order a second bottle of wine and had to flag bus person to get dessert. Waiter then irritated and slammed desserts down on table.

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