Caffè Retrò In Venezia

07/01/2026: Traditional restaurant in the city, very popular with Italians and locals. The space isn't very large, but it can be considered a well-organized baccaro. You can order cicchetti at the counter or sit at one of the tables for a more elaborate meal. Reservations are recommended. Very friendly and kind service. The menu features the best of Venetian cuisine. Start with the house specialty, the polpettas (individual portions) and the buttered cod (served with soft polenta, ideal for sharing). For the main course, try the spaghetti with clams or the excellent vegetarian lasagna. Good wine list, with good regional labels. Don't forget to order dessert: try the biscuits with sweet wine or the panna cotta. Good value for money. Well worth a visit!

06/01/2026: This Italian restaurant is located a little way off the main street. A friend told me about their delicious squid ink pasta, so I went there. When I arrived at 12:00 PM, there were already four groups waiting, all Japanese. Even after I entered, 90% of the tables were Japanese, so maybe they've been featured in some tourist magazine. About 40 minutes after ordering, the pasta dishes all started arriving at once. I relaxed while waiting, munching on soda and bread. ◆Squid Ink Linguine (€18) Delicious, but with no toppings. ◆Spaghetti alla Piazza (€18) Spaghetti with shrimp, tomato, and chili. The portions were a little small overall, though. This might be good for travelers who want to try a variety of dishes. There's one unisex restroom. Since you'll be outside the restaurant for a while, it's a good idea to bring a jacket in the cold winter.