We found Trattoria Rivetta in a Japanese guidebook, and I’m so glad we did. It’s one of those hidden gems that would be easy to walk right past, but those who find it are in for an incredible meal.
Everything we ordered was outstanding, especially the squid ink pasta, the liver with polenta, and the sea bass gnocchi. Every dish was full of flavor and beautifully prepared.
What really made the evening unforgettable, though, was our waiter. He spoke excellent Japanese, which made my mother-in-law from Japan feel especially welcome. His great sense of humor, warm personality, and attentive service turned an amazing dinner into one we’ll remember for a long time. I highly recommend Trattoria Rivetta if you’re looking for a memorable meal in Venice.
Brad Kremer
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13 Luglio 2026
10,0
The food was decent, but nothing memorable. I found it quite expensive for what was offered.
B. S.
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08 Luglio 2026
6,0
I come here for the Calamari. I had 4 orders! Best Calamari in the world!!!!
Andy K
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05 Luglio 2026
10,0
I would say skip. It’s fancy, but not very tasty.
We had food here after a long day of travel and I don’t remember something so tasteless anywhere else. The shrimp and mantis shrimp tasted like… water.
S. Z. (GreenRR)
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04 Luglio 2026
6,0
Great family atmosphere, the menu was mostly seafood and we are not a seafood family the waiter mentioned they had spaghetti and meat sauce and lasagna so we decided to stay and what a great time we had. Top notch staff.
Noraine Thompson
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03 Luglio 2026
10,0
Excellent restaurant! Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The main courses were large, the appetizers were small, but that's how it should be. The service was excellent, we enjoyed everything. There weren't many people there. We highly recommend it!
Валерия Т
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02 Luglio 2026
10,0
Excellent food, welcoming atmosphere, competent staff.
Giuseppina Ines Cristofano
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29 Giugno 2026
10,0
Typical restaurant with traditional dishes. We ate very well and waited just the right amount. Excellent service and fair prices.
Lorenzo Roj
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27 Giugno 2026
10,0
A wonderful dining experience in Venice! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel at home from the moment we arrived. The restaurant offers an excellent selection of wines, and a special thanks to Ross, whose expertise and passion made choosing the perfect wine. He explained the different options in a way that was both informative and engaging.
The food was delicious, with a strong focus on fresh seafood dishes prepared with high-quality ingredients.
Hananeh Dostali
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25 Giugno 2026
10,0
My favorite dining experience in Italy so far (this trip has included Rome, Tuscany, and Cortina)!!!
The service was incredible, our waiter was very kind and took the time to explain the menu to my family and I (clearly tourists from the US). He was kind and attentive but not overbearing, and he didn’t make me feel bad for being a tourist in his city like so many of the waiters we have had during this trip. I ordered the gnocchi with roast duck and it was unbelievably delicious. My family all ordered sea food dishes which also were incredible. Delightful, not too busy, quick and kind service, and delicious food. Wish we were here longer and could come back!
Rachel Crites
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23 Giugno 2026
10,0