L'Ombra del Leone Cafe In Venezia

Ombra del Leone is a lovely restaurant located right on the Grand Canal, so yes, it's on the pricier side, but absolutely worth every euro. The setting is what truly sets it apart: far from the tourist crowds, you can enjoy a peaceful meal with breathtaking canal views. We actually visited on a rainy night, so dining outside wasn't an option, but even without sitting al fresco, everything was absolutely perfect. Inside, the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the service never missed a beat. Everything we ordered tasted amazing. The menu offers plenty of seafood dishes to choose from. We tried the spaghetti with sea urchins, the lemon swordfish bites with potatoe cream and the veal milanese, everything cooked to perfection. The staff was attentive without being intrusive, making sure we had everything we needed. If you're looking for a memorable dining experience in Venice away from the chaos, Ombra del Leone is a must visit rain or shine. Highly recommended!

We went for a drink; since it's not very well-known, it wasn't crowded. The outdoor terrace overlooks the Grand Canal, and the restaurant/bar inside is nicely decorated and very quiet. We ordered spritzes and Bellinis, and the prices were quite reasonable, which is rare for a place like this (unlike Harry's Bar, for example).

One of those few places that you need to visit once in your lifetime.

Fantastic place for an aperitivo.

Simply fabulous. My all-time favorite bar in Venice...

I simply enjoyed my afternoon coffee on the beautiful and sunny terrace and was very pleasantly surprised that the service had no problem with me not ordering anything elaborate, but was extremely friendly and accommodating.

[Just steps from St. Mark's Square! A truly elegant seaside experience!] A hidden Italian restaurant in Venice, the city of water! With Santa Maria della Salute as a backdrop, it was a picture-perfect dining experience on the terrace. ✨ ▪︎What I ordered ・Caprese €18 ・Tomato Paccheri €20 Total €63 (including service charge) 😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱 This time, two dishes came to a mere 11,000 yen lol. As expected, Venice is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations... The yen is just too weak. 😢 As for the taste, the caprese was absolutely delicious with its vibrant cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella, and the pasta was also elegant with its fragrant tomatoes and sauce. . It was a wonderful restaurant that brightened up our trip to Venice 🍽️🇮🇹

There's no better location. Right on the Grande Canal, you can sit by the water in the sun. Excellent value for money, very good food. Reservations are a must.