Ristorante Glam - OSM
One of Venice's best Michelin-starred restaurants, Ristorante Glam marries style, innovation, and classic Venetian panache. Situated in the stylish Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel on Calle Tron, this unobtrusive venue is gastronome heaven for those wanting to sample the city's best bites off the main tourist path.
A Hidden Garden Sanctuary
On arrival, guests are greeted by a serene courtyard shaded by magnolia trees, offering a cool, fragrant escape from the Venetian sun. This tranquil space sets the tone for a dining experience that feels both private and exclusive. Whether seated inside the stylish dining room or al fresco in the courtyard, diners enjoy a setting that is sophisticated yet intimate, with room for just 40 guests.
Enrico Bartolini’s Culinary Vision
Ristorante Glam is under the care of world-class Italian chef Enrico Bartolini, a multi-Michelin-starred veteran who has earned his accolade in multiple locations around Italy. Bartolini and native chef Donato Ascani have designed a menu in Venice that pays homage to Venetian cuisine with a modernist bent. Classic lagoon dishes—cuttlefish, seasonal vegetables, Adriatic fresh seafood, say—are reimagined with advanced techniques to create dishes that are innovative and yet completely rooted in local tradition.
Since its inception, the restaurant has been praised for its impeccable presentation and stylish touch, and in 2017, it received its first Michelin star. The menu is updated seasonally to feature new, fresh, seasonal ingredients, making every visit one to remember.
The Dining Experience
At Ristorante Glam, the meal is not merely food—food is an experience. The visitors can opt for à la carte or indulge in the tasting menu that will transport them to Venice's culinary history and cuisine. Along with each course is carefully selected wine, cared for by the restaurant's sommelier to offer stunning consonance of wine and cuisine.
Anticipate flawlessly plated creations, from amuse-bouches to desserts, that blend appearance, flavor, and texture. The service is unobtrusive but attentive, with the maître d' and staff ensuring an upscale dining evening unfolds smoothly.
Location and Practical Details
At Calle Tron, 1961, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy, Ristorante Glam is easily reached via vaporetto or water taxi. It is open from 12:30–2:30 PM for lunch and 7:30–10 PM for dinner, and Monday and Tuesday are its closing days. Advance reservation is strongly recommended due to the restaurant's limited seating capacity.
Why Visit Ristorante Glam
If what you want is a better dinner experience that captures the essence of Venice's food but presents it in its contemporary and chic form, then Ristorante Glam is where you ought to be heading. With its ideal combination of history, opulence, and gastronomic excellence, it is one of the city's top restaurants and a destination that one simply has to experience by any sophisticated traveler.