We did not have reservations here, but they quickly set a table for us outside. The service was excellent and the food outstanding! We had the specials, starting with the gnocchi with baby squid - it melted in your mouth. Our main dishes, the tuna stacked with eggplant and a local fish, both beautifully presented and equally delicious. We ended with some dessert wines and a grappa semifredo. It was strong but also very good. Highly recommend Al Covo for a fantastic dinner!
Tania Veiga
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12 Ottobre 2025
10,0
A good place away from the hustle and bustle of Venice. Fresh food and a relaxed atmosphere. I recommend trying the Pulp and Rack of Casentino Lamb or the “Bigoli in Salsa”. Good service and affordable prices.
Yubal S.
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19 Settembre 2025
8,0
Located in beautiful Venice, Al Covo restaurant is a must-visit for anyone wishing to experience authentic Venetian cuisine.
Featuring quality, always fresh, local ingredients, the menu offers a wide variety of fish (especially raw fish), meat, and vegetarian dishes, with vegetables sourced directly from the gardens on the island of Sant'Erasmo.
The restaurant is run by the delightful Benelli family, who imbue the entire restaurant with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Don't miss Mrs. Benelli's desserts, each one more delicious than the last (the panna cotta and chocolate cake are especially exceptional)!
A special mention goes to head waiter Richard, who is incredibly knowledgeable and charming!
Delicious food, a warm, family atmosphere...
Highly recommended!
Annie
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16 Settembre 2025
10,0
The spider crab and the clam pasta were so yummy!
Kay L
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14 Settembre 2025
10,0
Amazing place- highly recommend this place for an amazing local and great priced meals, ps don’t miss out on the dessert 😍
Tina Manochehri
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05 Settembre 2025
10,0
Fresh and delicious restaurant with good service. Everything was delicious! We ordered the delicious crudo appetizer and 3 different pasta dishes. Black ink, prawn, and mussels. They served us snails in garlic and parsley as an amuse bouche. It was tender, so clean tasting, and delicious. At the end, we had to order another mussels pasta. It was that good! I recommend to make reservations. There’s an 8Euro charge per person for sit down in the restaurant. That’s the only downside.
SteakEm All
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02 Settembre 2025
10,0
Good food and service for dinner. Glad we were able to check it out after watching it on an old Anthony Bordain episode. Stands the test of time! Cozy and warm atmosphere inside although they also offer outdoor seating if available. One of our pasta dishes was a little too salty for my taste but the raw seafood and seafood in general was amazing, especially the calamari. Be sure to ask for the specials and what they may be out of before you decide what you want to order. We made reservations about 6 to 8 weeks ahead to ensure our reservation. Solid Venetian cuisine!
Sam T
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02 Settembre 2025
10,0
Best service so far in Italy, and the food was delicious. Had the shrimp, crab, zucchini flowers, and pasta of the day.
Catalina Elias
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30 Agosto 2025
10,0
Wonderful food, wine and service - an exceptional restaurant!
Edward Bullard
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19 Agosto 2025
10,0
Amazing food. Attentive service. Classy atmosphere. Highly recommend this restaurant if you are in the area.
Soo Seo
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18 Agosto 2025
10,0