Ristorante Santa Maria Formosa

Located in the heart of Venice's old city center, Ristorante Santa Maria Formosa is a place that every visitor to Venice should visit, offering authentic Venetian cuisine with an elegant twist. Located just a step from Campo Santa Maria Formosa, this restaurant balances tradition and innovation with a warm welcome and memorable dining experience.

The restaurant is divided into two vastly different dining areas — one with traditional wooden furnishings and fast-paced blues music, and the other with a chic, contemporary appearance complemented by soothing jazz. This division enables guests to choose the mood that best fits their desire, either lively or romantic.

The menu changes seasonally, but it emphasizes fresh fish, steak, and locally sourced vegetables. The star dishes are squid ink pasta, truffle pasta, and pistachio soufflé. First-timers and regulars alike appreciate the classic Venetian aperitifs of Aperol Spritz, prosecco, or a Bellini during the restaurant's highly frequented happy hour.

It's easy-to-find situation is perfect for lunch following visits to nearby attractions like Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square, or for a romantic evening meal in one of Venice's most evocative piazzas. The welcoming staff and innovative wine parings ensure a whole gastronomic experience.