Palazzo Castello

Any type of staff and service can be provided at a very reasonable extra charge; maids, cooks, waiters, butler.

Damage deposit of $3,500 to be held against valid credit card.

Property is located within a 15 minute walk from San Marco in central Venice and near a public vaporetto should you not want to walk. At the same time it is in a non-touristy area of the city, populated primarily by locals, a haven from the tourist hordes.

Venice requires a little more research into your restaurant choices than most Italian cities, due to the mass tourism, but good food is available, in some cases very good, but usually not at bargain prices. In any case, you can't go wrong at any of our suggestions below:

Within 5-8 minute walk

Tratattoria dai Tosi-Calle Seco Marina | Castello, 738, 30122 Tel +39 041 523 7102 www.trattoriadaitosi.com Nice little local trattoria, just 600 meters from the house. Reasonable prices. They also serve Pizza in the evening.

Trattoria Nuova Speranza-Campo Ruga 145, Tel +39 041 528 5225 Informal place, where you can get a local meal. or just a coffee, beer, or Amperol Spritz. Very local in a quiet location just a 3 minute walk from the villa. Inexpensive

Hostaria All'Ombra-Sestiere Castello, 1252 Tel +39 041 523 1179 Restaurant and pizzeria, very convenient. One of the better of the many restaurants on Via Giuseppi Garibaldi. Moderate prices

Nevodi-Sestiere Castello 1788 Tel +39 041 241 1136 www.facebook.com/Nevodi/ Nice, informal place catering promarily to locals. Good food. One of the better of the many restaurants on Via Giuseppi Garibaldi. Moderate prices.

10-15 Minute Walk

CoVino-Calle del Pestrin Castello, 3829a-3829 30122 Tel. +39 041 2412705 www.covinovenezia.com Tiny CoVino has only 14 seats but demonstrates bags of ambition with its inventive, seasonal menu inspired by the Venetian terroir. Speciality products are selected from Slow Food Foundation producers, and the charming waiters make enthusiastic recommendations from the interesting wine list. Only the set menu is available at dinner, but there's an à la carte selection at lunch. Moderate prices

Orher areas of Venice

Ai Artisti-Fondamenta della Toletta 1169A. P. 041-5238944. This unpretentious, family-owned osteria enoteca is one of the best dining experiences in Venice, with a menu that changes daily according to what’s available at the market(because the fish market is closed on Mon, no fish is served that day). Moderate prices.

Alle Testiere-Calle del Mondo Novo 5801. P. 041-5227220. www.osterialletestiere.it/Testiere/Welcome.html A refined "bacaro", which has wooden tables, simple facilities and nice informal atmosphere; only fish dishes, well prepared and imaginative. Only seats about 25, so be sure to reserve( a month in advance in the summer) Upper moderate prices.

Le Bistrot de Venise-4685 Calle dei Fabbri P. 041-5236651. www.bistrotdevenise.com Primarily Venetian food and specializing in historical recipies from the 14th to 18th century. Beautiful traditional decor and service. Upper moderate to expensive.

Il Ridotto-Castello 4509, 30122 Venice P. 041 5208280 www.ilridotto.com/02_homepage_ENG.htm One Michelin Star. This gourmet restaurant is housed in a simple, minimalist dining room and is a far cry from the usual tourist clichés. It focuses all its attention on the quality of its cuisine and serves reinterpretations of classic Venetian dishes with an emphasis on fish. One of the top three fine dining experiences in Venice. Expensive

L'Osteria di Santa Marina- Campo Santa Marina 5911, Venice, Italy (Castello) P. 041-528-5239 www.osteriadisantamarina.com This classy inn is managed by young professionals who serve seafood and traditional dishes, but they also offer some interesting culinary innovations. Upper moderate to Expensive.L'Osteria di Santa Marina- Campo Santa Marina 5911, Venice, Italy (Castello) P. 041-528-5239 www.osteriadisantamarina.com This classy inn is managed by young professionals who serve seafood and traditional dishes, but they also offer some interesting culinary innovations. Upper moderate to Expensive.

Riviera-Dorsoduro 1473, Fondamenta Zattere al Ponte Lungo, 30123 Tel 39 041 522 7621 www.ristoranteriviera.it A true passion for food meets expertise in this classy restaurant with pavement tables overlooking the Giudecca canal. There can be few more romantic places for a meal. Riviera is hugely popular with anyone who values cuisine which manages to be excellent and very refined without tipping over into pretension. The menu is dictated by what's fresh and seasonal. The raw seafood antipasti melt in the mouth, the fish is cooked to perfection. They do mouth-watering things with meat and game too, but options for vegetarians are limited. If you're looking to push the boat out, the seven-course Venezia seafood tasting menu (€105 a head without wine) is a real treat. To top it all off, the service from owner GP Cremonini and his team is friendly but extremely professional and the wine list contains some gems. A former musician, GP arranges occasional live music in the small, homely interior: check the restaurant's Facebook page or call for details.

Ristorante al Giubagio-Fondamenta Nuove, Cannareggio 5039 Tel +39 041 52 36 084 www.algiubagio.net From a small bar to a charming and romantic restaurant with its elegant and refined design, attention to every detail is a "must" for the welcoming staff of the Giubagiò Restaurant. Warm and intimate, located along the water on the north side of the lagoon facing toward the Islands of Murano and Burano, during summer you can take advantage of the attractive terrace with great views of Venice Lagoon. Nice wine list and tasting menus. Upper Moderate

Ristorante Quadri-Piazza San Marco 121 P. 041 528 9299 www.alajmo.it Above Quadri Cafe in St Mark's Square. One Michelin star. Now run by the Alajmo family - renowned restaurant owners from Padua(earned three Michelin stars there) - the Quadri is one of Venice's 'gastronomic monuments'. It is housed in one of the most photographed palazzi in the city and adorned with stucco decor, Murano glass and fine fabrics. Beautifully presented, creative cuisine made from the best quality ingredients. Modern interpretations of Venetian classics. Almost perfect service. This is one of Venice's best. Get dressed up and go for the great food, atmosphere and experience, but beware if you're on a budget. The cafe downstairs, though touristy, now serves probably the best coctails in Venice. Very expensive, but if you plan in advance, you can sometimes reserve to have one of their tasting menus for lunch, at half price, by visiting their web page.

Glam Enrico Bartolini-CALLE TRON 1961, SANTA CROCE, 30124 Tel +390415235676 www.palazzovenart.com Chef Bartolini's creative cuisine has arrived in Venice and just won a Michelin Star, The restaurant is showcased in a splendid period palazzo with an elegant dining room for the winter and an unforgettable garden with magnolia trees and a view of the Grand Canal for the summer. Richly imaginative, the cuisine focuses on fresh market produce with an emphasis on fish specialities. Regional recipes reinterpreted as only the master knows how! Expensive, but still probably the most reasonable Michelin starred restaurant in Venice.

Osteria Enoteca San Marco-Calle Frezzeria - San Marco 1610 Tel 39 041 528 52 42 www.osteriasanmarco.it/en Located just a few steps from Piazza San Marco, this place used to be an old inn that has been recently transformed into a restaurant and wine bar with a casual yet elegant ambiance. The kitchen is open from 12.30 to 23.00 allowing you to enjoy dishes all day long, from the contemporary style menu or a glass from a selection of more than 300 wines. Moderate

Anice Stellato-fondamenta della Sensa 3272, Cannaregio 3272 P. 041 720744 www.osterianicestellato.com Delicious fried fish and vegetables, as well as other tasty seafood specialities are served in this restaurant, which is slightly off the beaten track and always full of Venetians. The wine bottles on display add to the attractive and informal ambience. Moderate prices

Antiche Carampane-San Polo, 1911. T. 041-5240165 www.antichecarampane.com A typical trattoria, very highly regarded by locals, in business for over a century, with a friendly, convivial atmosphere and a menu announced at your table. This restaurant has seen an increase in quality over recent years, while still remaining faithful to the same Venetian fish dishes, including the house speciality, spaghetti in cassopipa (spaghetti in a spicy shellfish sauce). Upper Moderate.

Ristorante Local-Salizada dei Greci 3303 Tel +39 041 5222170 www.ristorantelocal.com Newly opened restaurant run by and made for lovers of good food, traditions and for everything that's local. The dishes will represent the seasons, the farmers and the ecosystem of the Venetian lagoon. The wines will express the perfect imperfections of the terroir and the soul of the winemakers. Upper moderate pricing

Do Forni-Calle dei Specchieri, San Marco 468 Tel +39 041 523 2148 www.doforni.it They serve excellent Venetian seafood specialties in two dining rooms, one of which is nicer than the other. It is often frequented by Venetians. It can be a little pricey but worth it!

Ristorante al Covo-Castello 3968 P. 041 5223812 www.ristorantealcovo.com Great seafood, close to St Marks. Some outside tables. Expensive

Vecio Fritolin-Calle della Regina 2262 Sestiere Santa Croce, 30135 Tel. 041 5222881 www.veciofritolin.it Creative seafood preparations. They also keep up the tradition of offering "scartosso di pesse", a paper cone full of hot, freshly fried fish. For only 10 Euro to go. Restaurant in the expensive range.

Corta Sconta-Calle del Pestrin Castello, 3886 Tel. 041 522 7024 www.cortescontavenezia.it Included in most Venetians short list of top restaurants. Try the house antipasto, just a huge amount of extaordinary food. Expensive

Da Fiore-alle del Scaleter 2202/A, San Polo 30125 P. (041) 721308 www.dafiore.net/en/restaurant/ One Michelin star. One of the leading restaurants in Venice. Venetian seafood specialities. Very expensive.

Met Restaurant-Riva degli Schiavoni 4149 30122 Venice P. 041 5240034 www.metrestaurantvenice.com. One Michelin Star. At the Hotel Metropole. Very creative cuisine, based on Venetian traditions, served, in fair weather in the hotels beautiful garden. Very Expensive

Antica Osteria Cera-via Marghera 24 30010 Lughetto P. 0415185009 www.osteriacera.it/cantina.asp 2 Michelin stars. Located 11 miles from central Venice, on the mainland. Wonderfully and simply prepared seafood. This is about as good as sefaood gets. Expensive at dinner, but almost moderate at lunch.

La Zucca-Sotoportego del Tintor 1 | Sestiere Santa Croce 1762, 30135 Venice Tel +39 041 524 1570 www.lazucca.it La Zucca's name means ‘pumpkin’ in Italian, and of course that is the main ingredient for many of their dishes. It is a small yet charming restaurant located in the Santa Croce district and serves many innovative Venetian dishes at affordable prices. It has a great variety of vegetarian options, something that is quite rare in Italy. La Zucca prides itself on its fresh and natural ingredients. Visitors to the area should definitely head over to this restaurant, which is one of the best in Venice.Moderate prices

Vina da Gigio-Fondamenta San Felice, Cannaregio 3628/A Tel 041-5285140 www.vinidagigio.com/index.php Paolo and Laura, a brother-sister team, run this refined trattoria as if they've invited you to dinner in their home, while keeping the service professional. Deservedly popular with Venetians and visitors alike, it's one of the best values in the city. Indulge in pastas such as rigatoni with duck sauce and arugula-stuffed ravioli. The seafood risotto, made to order, has the patrons raving. Fish is well represented—try the sesame-encrusted tuna—but the meat dishes steal the show. The steak with red-pepper sauce and the tagliata di agnello (sautéed lamb fillet with a light, crusty coating) are both superb, and you'll never enjoy a better fegato alla veneziana (Venetian-style liver with onions). This is a place for wine connoisseurs, as the cellar is one of the best in the city. Come at lunch or for the second sitting in the evening for more relaxed service. Moderate prices

On the Lagoon Islands

Locanda Cipriani-Piazza Santa Fosca 29 30142 Torcello, Venezia Italy P. 041 730150 Great little country reataurant on the Venetian island of Torcello. It makes a great lunch excursion to visit Torcello, followed by a leisurely lunch here. Upper moderate to expensive.

Osteria Al Ponte del Diavolo-Fondamenta Borgognoni 10/11, 30142 Torcello Tel +39041730401 www.osteriaalpontedeldiavolo.com Another great choice on Torcello. Highly regarded. Moderate prices

Villa 600-Fdm. Borgognoni no 12, Torcello Tel. 041 52.722.54 www.villa600.it/it/home.htm Nice food. Moderate prices.

Acquastanca-Fondamenta Manin 48 Murano Island Tel 041 319 51 25 www.acquastanca.it/homepage-en/ A modern sensibility imbues both the decor and the menu at this wonderful little restaurant. A knowing array of old-fashioned Murano mirrors adorns a wall, while birds perch on artfully arranged twigs on another. Seafood features prominently on a menu that includes fresh flavour-filled takes on the classic Venetian bean soup, octopus with chickpeas and a panoply of pasta. Moderate prices

Venissa-Fondamenta Santa Caterina 3, 30142 Isola di Mazzorbo P. 041 52 72 281 http://venissa.it/en/ristorante/#prenotazioni. This, plainly, is a very special place, located on the island of Mazzorbo. It is on the vapporetto line, the stop before Burano. Here vines are grown and wine produced, as well as vegetables. A piece of rural life, right in Venice. The restaurant usses many of the ingredients produced here and is just excellent. It has, indeed, earned one Michelin star. Not to be missed. Expensive. As an alternative, a more affordable and less formal companion piece to its Michelin-starred sister, Venissa Osteria at the same location is an upmarket osteria offering updates on Venetian classics such as marinated fish, duck pasta and bigoli (thick wholemeal pasta with anchovies). For an extra treat, splash out on a glass of Dorona, the prestigious golden-hued wine varietal only grown here. Make sure you save room for some of Venice's best desserts. To get here, take the number 12 vaporetto from Fondamente Nove and get off at Mazzorbo – or simply walk back across the bridge after visiting colourful Burano. Moderate prices at the Osteria.

Trattoria Alla Maddalena-Fondamenta Santa Caterina Mazzorbo 7/b, 30142 Mazzorbo Tel +39 041 730151 www.trattoriamaddalena.com/en/ Located a short walk from the Mazzorbo's vaporetto stop, here you can savor fish, game and the first fruits of the season. Moderate prices

Al Gatta Nero-Fondamenta Giudecca 88, 30142 Burano Tel 39 041 730 120 http://gattonero.com It's not just the photogenic canalside location that marks out this long-running Burano trattoria. For half a century now they've fed everyone from the local postman to famous Burano resident Philippe Starck by selecting the best and the freshest of the morning seafood catch and using it to make perfect versions of local specialities like risotto con i gò ('gò' are gobies, a small but tasty Adriatic fish) or a fritto misto (mixed seafood fry-up) so light it could almost convert me to fried food. The interior is charmingly unreconstructed, but in warm weather the few outside tables are the ones to book. For such a humble place, the wine list is surprisingly well structured.

Riva Rosa-Via San Mauro 296, 30142 Burano Tel 39 041 730 850 https://www.rivarosa.it There are few better places for a romantic lunch in Venice than this delightful seafood restaurant on the lace island of Burano. The family that owns the place is part of the dynasty that owns the Emilia lace brand, and the elegantly feminine décor is a good advertisement for their design sense. The chef takes the day's seafood catch and turns it into excellent, unfussy Venetian dishes like risotto al gò (with goby, a local fish), spaghetti with clams and mussels, turbot baked with potatoes. It's not cheap, but you're paying for the position, the canalside tables, the professional service, and the sheer quality of the ingredients. If you're looking to pop a question – or simply want to impress your better half – they have a panoramic single table for two on the altana, or roof terrace, which can be booked, with dedicated waiter service, for an all-in price of €150 a head, wine included.

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