Bistrot de Venise

John

5.0

Outstanding evening! Our waiter, Rinto, was knowledgeable & polite. Our two main dishes were simply delicious, & the dessert was like nothing we had tasted before. All the excellent food was accompanied by a complimentary soup at the start & chocolate at the end. The value was very good, given that this is a very fine dining restaurant with delicious meals & lovely atmosphere.

Dec 18, 2025

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Kristoffer

5.0

An Evening in Lovely Surroundings

In the soft glow of evening light so bright,
We settled in, letting worries drift away.
Beautiful surroundings, a dream felt just right,
With service that sparkled, in a warm, inviting array.

A glass raised high, the wine's tale began,
Each sip held a story, from vine to our table.
From distant vineyards where sunrays ran,
A journey of flavors, sweet as a fable.

The pasta divine, the pride of the house,
Homemade art on a plate, each bite a sweet verse.
The duck, so tender & juicy, a joyous espouse,
Every meal a grand feast, a celebration to immerse.

& then came dessert, like a kiss from the stars,
Sweet, light, & airy, like dreams of the night.
In laughter & sharing, we traveled so far,
An evening of magic, forever in our sights.

Aug 31, 2025

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Ian

5.0

I visited here for both lunch & dinner. The cuisine was not only of exceptional quality but also beautifully presented with artistic flair, showcasing the finest culinary traditions of Venice, enhanced by their contemporary interpretations of classic Italian desserts.

The service, however, was the reason I HAD to return. David provided thorough explanations regarding the preparation of each dish & the origin of the ingredients, demonstrating extensive knowledge of the wine selection. His recommendations from wine to dessert options were all on point.

Jul 23, 2025

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Kwan

5.0

Once you taste the cuisine at this restaurant, you'll understand why it earned a Michelin recommendation. I planned a special surprise for my mother & reserved the romantic menu for her, knowing her love for roses. The experience was exceptional, with impeccable service that made the evening truly memorable.

Each dish was introduced with clear, thoughtful explanations, adding to the anticipation. The welcome drinks were delightful-fruity, refreshing, & perfectly balanced. The scallop dish was a standout for me; it was cooked to perfection & paired with an addictive, flavorful sauce that elevated every bite. The ravioli was equally impressive, its unique filling complemented by a rich, well-crafted sauce.

The beef fillet was another highlight-tender, succulent, & cooked to a flawless medium, just as we requested. For dessert, we were treated to a delicious creation with a harmonious sweet-sour balance that left us feeling refreshed & satisfied.

Before we left the restaurant, the staff presented us with a sweet plate.

May 3, 2025

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Steve

5.0

To say we saved the best to last, does not serve this restaurant justice…
This was our fourth, & last evening in Venice, so I wanted somewhere special, & it did not disappoint!
The blend of location, decor, atmosphere, service, & quality is wonderful!

The knowledge, & proudly explained description of each item was superb!
Yes, it is high class, but the waiters were not in the slightest bit snooty, but very friendly & happy to share a joke!

I mentioned to the waiter that I had found it odd that the best Tiramisu I've ever had was actually in Spain, & not Italy… he politely explained that Tiramisu is always subject to interpretation… & then serves me with what was not only the best Tiramisu I've had, but the most amazing dessert, full stop!

A truly wonderful culinary experience, thank you… absolutely the correct decision to have booked for our last evening in beautiful Venezia!

Apr 24, 2025

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B

2.0

Unfortunately, our experience at Bistrot de Venise was not what we had hoped for. The fault is entirely ours, we came across the restaurant on a blog we usually trust, & although we had some doubts, we decided to go ahead & give it a try.

It's undeniably difficult in Venice to explore something new without ending up in what feels like a classic tourist trap. While there was nothing wrong with the experience, it simply wasn't the kind of place or atmosphere we personally seek out when in Venice.

A small note for the record: tiramisù.. while a popular dessert, is not a historic dish & certainly not a Venetian one.

Apr 24, 2025

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???

5.0

The spaghetti with pesto sauce was delicious & cooked to perfection.🩷 The main course featured stewed ox knee, which had a large bone in the center, consisting of about half meat & half tendon. The dessert was tiramisu, which was a bit ordinary. Overall, the meal was perfect.🥰

Apr 11, 2025

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Gaelle

5.0

Très belle découverte. Cuisine raffinée gastronomique avec un service impeccable. L'ensemble du personnel est au petit soin. Un conseil en vin parfait. C'est un lieu romantique fait aussi pour le partage entre amis. Pour 90€ par personne nous avions un apéritif, une entrée, un plat, 3 verres de vin & un café. Le tout accompagné de mignardises de l'accueil au dessert. Faites vous plaisir mais un conseil réservez !

Mar 2, 2025

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Bertrand

2.0

Extrêmement déçu. Nous avons dîner dans ce restaurant hier soir. Nous avons aimé le service, le vins & le cadre. En revanche , en entrée nous avons partagé des saint saint jacques snacké à 34 euros! Aucun intérêt ni originalité qui justifierait le prix…en plat ma compagne a pris l'anguille 34 euros !qui présente plutôt bien sous la cloche enfumée, nous n'avons pas aimé mais tout ça teste très personnel…quand à moi j'ai pris l'agneau qui reste très bon mais encore une fois ne justifie aucunement les 42 euros facturés ! Au dessert nous avons partagé un tiramisu que j'ai trouvé bon. Au final nous avons payé 250 euros !!! À deux dans un restaurant qui est très loin d'un restaurant gastro! Avec ma femme nous avons l'habitude de dîner dans des gastros en France & à l'étranger…nous sommes très loin de l'expérience culinaire qu'on devrait logiquement y trouver à ce prix là ! Une addition à 150 euros aurait été plus justifiée je pense

Jan 25, 2025

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Laia

5.0

We booked through The Fork app & got 20% off, bringing the total to $174 for 4 cocktails, 2 complimentary soups, 3 entrées, a dessert, & an extra dessert on the house. A good deal, especially if you're from the U.S. The risotto was flavourful, & the beef filet was tender & juicy. Attentive service made the experience even better.

Jan 10, 2025

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Ludovic

5.0

Notre serveur s'est très bien occupé de nous, celui-ci parlait plusieurs langues dont le français. Il nous a très bien expliqué les plats que nous avons dégustés. Tout était bon, de l'entrée au dessert. Mention spécial pour les gambas & le tiramisu.

Nov 24, 2024

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Adrien

5.0

Incroyable, vraiment. On découvre la merveilleuse cuisine vénitienne dans un cadre bucolique avec un personnel très accueillant & compétent, on nous as même proposé un dessert surprise qui n'était pas au menu. Nous avons pris l'accord met & vins tout simplement exceptionnel.

Oct 12, 2024

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M

5.0

Spectacular food & service! The owners Sergio & Giancarlo made our evening so memorable. Each dish was finely crafted & presented & displayed Venetian cuisine at it's finest! The Chocolate Raspberry dessert was to die for! We had the best seat in the house with a window to the gondolier canal.

Sep 17, 2024

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A.

5.0

Incroyable, je recommande a 100% si vous êtes a Venise & que vous voulez vous faire plaisir avec un bon restaurant gastronomique, en plus de l'endroit qui est superbe, de la musique classique très agréable, de l'ambiance romantique & du service impeccable, la nourriture était délicieuse, nous avons prit le menu découverte & chaque plat étaient excellents, bien travaillés avec parfois des saveurs surprenantes & très beau dressage, de la mise en bouche jusqu'au petites mignardises qui clôturent le repas. La promesse est tenue & nous avons passé un super moment, mention spéciale au 2 dessert tiramisu & crème brûlé orange anis glace romarin ainsi que les pates a la creme d'anchois

Sep 2, 2024

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Molly

4.0

We were pleasantly surprised by this place! Definitely fine dining, with unique flavors. We were interested in something slightly different from the hundreds of standard Italian restaurants. We travel heavily, & huge wine people. Their wine list is impressive but a little pricey. We had the BEST wine service I have ever had in any restaurant in the world. The detail our server put in to present, decant, etc the bottle was special. It was truly well done, & we only ordered a $200 bottle. They started with a unique take on a Caprese which was actually really nice. The tuna appetizer is a seasonal special & it was great. I had the risotto which was a good dish - a little fishy & strong in fennel flavor. The "moving fish" was interesting. the amount of seafood was comical - i had one half of one scallop, one small piece of langoustine (I think?), one shrimp, & some of the raw fish. The panna cotta honey dessert was fantastic. They also gave us a little tasting dessert. We would recommend to friends that are adventurous or want something a little different.

Aug 17, 2024

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Jay

5.0

This is one of the finest restaurants I have ever dined at. We enjoyed the 4 course option which included the sweet & sour prawns with spiced onions & the sturgeon marinated in mull wine. Both were exquisite. These appetizers were followed by Durum Wheat Pasta & Scampi with a heavenly chili pepper oil & the Homemade Bronze Drawn Spaghettoni with butter & anchovy cream. Al dente superbness. The third course was Orange & Rosemary flavored Lamb & Duck Breast'Pervada', both entrees sous vied, then baked to tender perfection. The encore desserts were the best Tiramisu & Crème Brûlée either of us had ever experienced. The evening was capped off with a sit down visit by the owner. He explained their 30 year quest to find & reproduce ancient 13th & 14th century Venetian recipes. This is a humble family, dedicated to their craft. We will return to Bistrot de Venise every time we return to Venice.

Aug 6, 2024

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Eric

5.0

Our first Michelin star experience ever & on a whim for a special bday lunch for my daughter. The risotto was an experience by itself, the fillet was on point & we ate the entire dessert menu. They had a €55 courses menu but we opted for the a la carts lunch options. Definitely not a kid restaurant, but they weren't busy & exceptionally friendly & accommodating. Our kids devoured the lasagna & desserts. The outstanding service, wine pairings, charm, & high quality food were beyond expectations. For a tucked away spot, this is a hidden gem.

Jul 11, 2024

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Rafael

5.0

I went with a group of people to eat here when touring around. They treated us with a lot of respect, good hospitality & very good to us. But the chef i wish did a better job. One of the people i was with didn't really like the lasagna she had order. Another of the girl i was with order shrimp scampi & complain about barely having shrimp on it. They didn't have parmesan cheese for their stuff either. I on the other hand had the black spaghetti. I liked mines. Only thing I didn't liked was the crème brûlée. It wasn't all that. I would not recommend that at all. They did give us a free appetizer which is good & free extra dessert of different sweets. (I try adding video of everyone food, didn't let me). The scallop was delicious by the way !

Jul 3, 2024

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Wael

5.0

Dining at Bistrot de Venise was an unforgettable experience. The elegant street setup created a romantic atmosphere, & the service was impeccable. The food was the highlight. The prawns in soar were juicy & flavorful, & the ravioli with herbs was delightful. The lasagna was a nostalgic treat, creamy & beefy like my mother's. The duck was exceptional. The tiramisu was the perfect finish. Despite its Michelin star, the prices were reasonable, & the portions were satisfying. We ordered three appetizers, one first course, two mains, & two desserts. Every dish was a winner. Highly recommended for a top-notch dining experience without breaking the bank.

Jun 29, 2024

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Mike

4.0

Another overrated place- what's wth the glowing reviews? We started with a good scallop dish but rather average Prawns in Saor, a traditional dish that was too subtle in flavour annd served with a pile of barely-cooked onion. Our mains were both a bit disappointing. Lamb chops were cooked well but served with raw squash that did nothing for the dish. Liver was served on a bland bed of crusted-over polenta with yet more lightly fried onion- certainly not caramelized as the menu describes. We wanted dessert but the place got so busy we thought it would take ages so just asked for the cheque. Even though the menu states there is a 10% service/bread charge it was clear the waiter expected more so we added another 10%. Wouldn't return. Wouldn't recommend. It's not bad just certainly not memorable.

Jun 1, 2024

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