The 11 Best Restaurants in Cannaregio, Venice, in 2023

Cannareggio is one of the most happening areas in Venice for food. Locating them can be difficult, so we have picked the brain of our top, local guides in Venice to create a list of the Best Restaurants in Cannaregio. Below are the places they have recommended.

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11 Top Places To Eat And Drink in Cannaregio, Venice

Cannaregio is a happening part of Venice, known for its eateries of every type. It’s such a great area for foodies looking for a taste of authentic Venetian cuisine that we run one of our top-rated Venice local food tours in Cannaregio.

This part of Venice sees fewer tourists but that doesn’t mean you can’t land in a tourist trap. To help you find the best places to eat in Cannaregio, we’ve asked our local Venetian guides to put together a list of their favorite spots when they’re in this part of town. Here are the best restaurants in Cannaregio. Buon appetito!

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Antico Gatoleto

€€ | Classic Venetian Cuisine | Hidden Gem | Quiet Square Setting

For classic Venetian dishes away from the crowds of tourists, Antico Gatoleto is the place to go. It’s a gem of a restaurant set in a lovely, quiet square serving good food. Try the clams and spaghetti together with a glass of prosecco.

Featured in our video on how to see Venice in a day, you won’t regret stopping by for a meal here. In fact, many come back more than once on the same trip to Venice! The food and service are that good.

Address: Cannaregio, 6055

Cantina Azienda Agricole

€ | Cichetti | Snacks | Wine Bar

Cicchetti and bacari are two very important words to learn when visiting Venice. In the Venetian dialect, cicchetti means “a small savory snack.” They’re served at various little bacari (local wine bars) and come in many delicious varieties. The tradition of going to bacari goes back to at least the 1300s!

After walking around this cool neighborhood for a while, I highly recommend stopping for a snack and a drink here. Cantina Azienda Agricole is also one of the stops on our Cannaregio food tour.

Address: Rio Terà Farsetti, 1847/a

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Trattoria Ca’ Dolfin

€€ | Home Cooking | Family Style | Seafood | Locals’ Spot

This little gem welcomes tourists and locals alike. Their ingredients are super fresh and they specialize in seafood dishes. I highly recommend trying the spaghetti alle vongole (clams). You won’t regret it!

Address: Cannaregio, 5903

El Magazen

€€ | Modern Style | Restaurant and Bar | Local Flavors | Canalside

El Magazen identifies itself as a ristobacaro, which is a combination of ristorante (restaurant) and bacaro (typical Venetian bar). They’ve combined the two to create something amazing and delicious.

When you walk in, you’ll notice the modern style as opposed to many of the old-school places in Cannareggio. Feel free to pop in just for a glass of wine and some snacks or have a sit-down meal. If you get a table by the beautiful window, you’ll get a view of the canal and maybe even watch the gondolas glide by.

Address: Calle Larga Giacinto Gallina, 5402

Osteria ai Promessi Sposi

€€ | Local Favorite | Meat and Fish | Quiet Street Setting

The name of the restaurant translates to “Restaurant to the Betrothed”. When I was there, I never saw anyone proposing, but I assume it must happen.

Osteria is the name given to a place that’s laid back, without the pomp of a restaurant—just good ol’ food. And true to form, that’s what you’ll find here. No excessive flavors or anything over the top, just a casual spot (a favorite among locals) with good food. So, sit back and enjoy this restaurant.

Address: Calle dell’Oca, 4367

Al Timon

€€ | Aperitivo | Steakhouse | Canalside | Casual Vibe

Have you ever walked up to a bar and seen lots of people hanging out without a care in the world? That’s what you’ll find when you go to Al Timon. The establishment is on a canal and they have boats out front so that you can sit on them and have a chat with your friend.

So, you have two options when you come here. You can grab some snacks and a glass of wine and head outside, sit on a boat, and enjoy the super chill atmosphere. Or, if you’re hungry, you can head inside and have a sit-down meal. I highly recommend the steak here. Enjoy!

Address: Fondamenta dei Ormesini, 2754

Cocaeta

€ | Crepes | Hole in the wall | Canalside | Snacks

Most people associate crepes with a sweet dessert after a meal and they wouldn’t be wrong. However, it’s also possible to get savory crepes and Cocaeta is the best in the business!

You have to be careful or you might walk right past it, though the line should be a good indicator. Once inside, it’s a one-man show and the owner is super friendly. You can tell he’s passionate about what he does. Pop in for a snack or a hearty crepe that’ll keep you full for hours.

Address: 549, Fondamenta S. Giobbe

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Trattoria Misericordia

€€ | Family Run | Garden Dining | Canalside

A trattoria is a typical family-run restaurant. It’s no-frills home cooking without a complex menu and that’s what you can expect at Trattoria Misericordia. Coming to a place like this takes you back to a time when things were simpler.

Here, you can enjoy your meal inside, dine in their interior garden, or opt to sit outside along the canal. Overall, the menu is seafood-based, like most typical establishments in Venice.

From the starters to the main courses, the menu is varied enough that everyone in your group will find something to enjoy. This is a great spot to take a relaxing deep breath and enjoy a good meal.

Address: Fondamenta Misericordia, 2515

Osteria al Cicheto

€-€€ | Intimate | Snacks or Sit Down Meal | Tucked Away

Cicheto is a Venetian word that means “snacks”. The closest thing to compare it with would be tapas. But whatever you do, do not call them tapas—you might send the locals into a rage!

This popular osteria gives you the option to either have a cicheto at the bar with a glass of wine or sit down for a more substantial meal. Order both pasta and meat dishes from traditional Venetian recipes at this tucked away spot.

Address: Calle de la Misericordia, 367/A

La Colombina

€€€ | Refined Cuisine | Seafood

When you come here, you come to eat fish. The first thing you’ll notice here is the freshness of their ingredients. They try as much as possible to source locally-grown food from around the area.

Prices are higher than many of the other selections on this page, but the quality-to-price ratio is very good. A feast for the eyes and the tastebuds, come and enjoy artfully presented and delicious dishes.

Address: Sestiere Cannaregio, 1828

Osteria l’Orto dei Mori

€€€ | Artistic | Candlelit Outdoor Seating

As you walk into the restaurant, you’ll be shocked by the quirky artwork surrounding you on all sides. It creates this modern, eccentric flair that’s definitely different for Venetian standards. But it doesn’t feel over the top. Come for something different!

The menu varies from typical seafood to meat dishes like duck and steak. There’s something for everyone here and you’re sure to have a fun evening. For the romantics, there’s also outdoor seating by candlelight.

Address: Campo dei Mori, 3386