Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Veneto

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Veneto? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bistrot de Venise

4.8

4.8 (177)

€31 to €50

Italian

Venice

About the restaurant

The Bistrot de Venise was first opened in 1993. It is a place where people can meet up and savour the Cuisine & Wine as they enjoy figurative arts, poetry, cultural gatherings and a host of other activities dedicated to Venice. …in 1999, the Bistrot de Venise took its concept of blending culture, food and wine from the Veneto region a step further when it began to carry out research into Rare Wines and Historical Venetian Cuisine. …We are still steadfastly continuing along this path today…

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juan

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Amazing best food in Venice, foie gras amazing and the mozzarella with tomatoe!

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Menù Degustazione Storico & Classico

RIVIERA Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (33)

€51 and over

Italian

Garda

About the restaurant

Situato a Punta San Vigilio, lo scenario più suggestivo del lago di Garda, Riviera Restaurant è un luogo dove eleganza, gusto ed arte si uniscono.
Si trova a pochi passi dalla riva del lago, dove una splendida casa con una storia secolare ha ritrovato calore e luce. Abbracciata da un rilassante patio e da un profumato giardino di erbe selvatiche, la sua cucina è tutta da scoprire.
Il ristorante è aperto a pranzo e a cena, e si compone di un patio esterno di cristallo con 12 tavoli di marmo che hanno i colori della terra, circondato da fiori e piante che donano una sensazione di pace e benessere. Due sono invece le sale interne con 8 tavoli in marmo blu, come le onde del mare.
E’ un luogo magico e unico, location perfetta anche per eventi privati speciali, matrimoni e feste.

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etienne

Dined on Dec 29, 2024

Best restaurant in Garda! We loved everything: the superb food, the fantastic staff and the majestic wine!

Osteria Da Bubi

4.8

4.8 (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.

Club del Doge

4.8

4.8 (428)

€51 and over

Italian

Venice

About the restaurant

The place where Venetian culinary traditions are celebrated, international gourmands dine and a new tradition is born. Whether it is a romantic dinner for two or a gathering of the world most refined guests, Restaurant Club del Doge's stunning location on the Grand Canal and warm interior atmosphere make it the ultimate place to meet in Venice.
We respectfully request that patrons take note of our dress code which is Smart/ Elegant. We regret shorts, T-shirts and flip flops are not permitted.

To book a table for lunch between Apr 1st - Oct 31st, please visit the separate listing under The Gritti Terrace

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Chris

Dined 6 days ago

lovely setting … but EUR 36 for a GLASS of prosecco is just daft !

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Cena di Gala Redentore - Redeemer's Gala Dinner

The Gritti Terrace

4.7

4.7 (281)

€31 to €50

Italian

Venice

About the restaurant

FROM APRIL TO OCTOBER Take pleasure in a unique Grand Canal experience with delicious al-fresco daytime dining from noon until 6pm on The Gritti Terrace. Stretching along the waterfront, this popular place offers one of the most spectacular views in town over Punta della Dogana and the Santa Maria della Salute Basilica.
Bookings from Mon-Thu, will be seated on the Riva Lounge Terrace, while bookings from Fri - Sun, will be seated on The Gritti Terrace.
To book a table for dinner, please visit the separate listing under Restaurant Club del Doge

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KristenVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Wonderful experience and spectacular setting! Everyone at Gritti is warm and welcoming. Gnocchi and gazpacho were both excellent!

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The Gritti Sunday Brunch

Restaurant Terrazza Danieli

4.7

4.7 (1397)

€51 and over

Italian

Venice

About the restaurant

Located in a luxurious setting on the rooftop overlooking the Venetian Lagoon, the restaurant’s seasonal menu showcases fresh and local ingredients.

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Toma

Dined 2 days ago

I was amazing. From true staff, the view the service and the food, it was an excellent experience.

Gio's

4.6

4.6 (517)

€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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Sona

Dined 3 days ago

Best experience in Venice. Best view, best food, best service

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Experience

Afternoon Tea Ritual

Hard Rock Cafe - Venice

4.7

4.7 (849)

€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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Christina Alexander

Dined 3 days ago

Absolutely fantastic! We had a wonderful 4th of July celebration!

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Experience

Own The Week!

Experience

Lunch & Gondola Experience

Experience

Breakfast

Francy's at The Venice Venice Hotel

4.6

4.6 (13)

€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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elizabethVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Except it was very slow and took a long time for our meal , everything we ate was very good and well prepared.

Harry's Dolci Venezia

4.6

4.6 (53)

€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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JohnVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Food, service & location were absolutely perfect!!

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