Osteria Da Fiore

Osteria da Fiore

"An osteria in name only, this restaurant has an elegant ambience, with two romantic tables overlooking the canal. If you enjoy Venetian cuisine you will be in your element here, as Signora Mara skilfully combines traditional local dishes with her own personal touch." - Michelin Inspector

"One of the most famous restaurants in Venice , the Michelin-starred Da Fiore occupies an understated-yet-elegant space in what was once an old Venetian tavern. The food is a modern take on traditional Venetian, with lots of fish and seafood, but the menu changes constantly based on what is fresh and locally available. Everything is wonderfully prepared with a lovely fusion of flavors and textures and comes out perfectly plated. There's also an excellent wine list. You can order à la carte or choose a six- or seven-course tasting menu at dinner."

"One of the most famous restaurants in Venice , the Michelin-starred Da Fiore occupies an understated-yet-elegant space in what was once an old Venetian tavern. The food is a modern take on traditional Venetian, with lots of fish and seafood, but the menu changes constantly based on what is fresh and locally available. Everything is wonderfully prepared with a lovely fusion of flavors and textures and comes out perfectly plated. There's also an excellent wine list. You can order à la carte or choose a six- or seven-course tasting menu at dinner."

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"Da Fiore has long held a Michelin star thanks to chef Mara Martin, whose accomplished, dependable creations are comfortingly old-fashioned, which fits the classic vibe of the houseboat-like dining room. Some dishes are legends that have drawn devotees for decades: crispy fried oysters on a bed of savoury zabaione; ultra-trad bigoli in salsa (pasta with anchovies and onions); perfectly cooked soft-shelled moeche crabs. But expect solid rather than pyrotechnic, with an emphasis on comfort." - Anne Hanley