Venissa il Ristorante In Venezia

It's truly an experience. You can't say you've been to a restaurant. Amazing service, perfect food and wine pairings, a charming, well-organized, and comfortable location, including the coffee at sunset. Compliments to all the staff.

We thoroughly enjoyed the tasting. We tried ingredients we're not used to eating or don't normally enjoy, but we enjoyed them thanks to the balance and subtlety of the flavors that balanced everything out. The service was very friendly, although we would have appreciated a slightly slower pace to allow more time between courses.

I truly enjoyed this experience. I booked to include the boat ride to the restaurant. The boat was late and no one could reach the restaurant so I thought communication could have been improved on that. I booked the chef's table as I thought I would get more interaction with the chefs, but there was almost no interaction. I was the only person sitting up there, as no one else booked that experience. I felt a little awkward but that is of no fault to the restaurant. I just wanted someone to talk to, as I went alone. I did get to see some of the behind scenes of plating the dishes, but that was the only perk of booking that particular experience. I honestly would've preferred to sit alone at my own table. This is a sustainable Michelin restaurant, so some of the dishes were... unique. Most of them were delicious but there were a few that were not my taste whatsoever. I thought the beverage pairing was pretty good. They mixed different drinks in there - not just wine - and also had a mocktail. I did have another tasting menu experience in Venice that was cheaper and better, but less courses. Overall it was an interesting experience and one I would recommend for a one-time try. I thought the price was reasonable enough for the number of courses and beverage pairings.

Today we went to Venissa and chose the 7-course tasting menu: a simply extraordinary experience. Each dish showcases the region with balance, creativity, and refinement. The estate, enveloped in gloomy weather, had a unique charm: the soft light and the tranquility of the lagoon made the atmosphere even more special. The service was impeccable, attentive but never intrusive. Special praise to Riccardo, whose professionalism and passion made our experience truly memorable.

A restaurant with thoughtful, refined food and surprising flavors. The space is also beautiful, with just a few tables, allowing for personal and extremely attentive service. Highly recommended.

The only question to ask yourself before eating at Venissa is: am I ready? Venissa isn't a culinary experience, but much more. Before beginning the tasting experience, you need to understand and appreciate the restaurant's concept: respect for local cuisine, respect for the local area, and for raw materials in all their forms, the use of uncommon ingredients, and the ability to see beyond. That said, Venissa offers two tasting experiences that change frequently depending on what the local area has to offer at any given time. The cuisine is primarily fish and vegetable-based. Homemade produce is the estate's strong point. The ingredients aren't necessarily high-quality, but they're treated with respect and creativity, minimizing waste. The staff is young and highly trained, each capable of engaging you emotionally in the experience. The beverage pairings are highly refined, and the evolution of the food is emphasized by the diverse products offered, not just wine but also drinks, kombucha, beer, cider, and more. An elegant location that reflects the concept of respect for materials and nature, everything in harmony, nothing left to chance. We will never stop thanking you for the wonderful experience. We look forward to seeing you soon with at least another two stars. Love, Greta and Simone

Wonderfully unique wines and amazing staff, this place is an absolute gem. From the amazing story to the sustainable and community driven aspects of the winery, I couldn't have more respect for for this amazing place and all the people who contribute. I feel absolutely privileged to even try their wines much less step foot on these grounds.

A unique experience. I highly recommend it.

Honestly this review is incredibly hard to write. As an experience, there were high highs and low lows. The location is stunning and you're obviously getting wonderful service in a restaurant that feels a little like you're in the movie The Menu. We had some incredible bites of food, but then others were just ok - when at a Michelin star restaurant and paying as much as we did for a meal, I'd expect it to be good all around, which unfortunately it just wasn't. There was a moment when everyone in the room was eating their hay ice cream affogato that I just had to assume this was an experiment to see just how far people can push the limits of what people were willing to eat. One thing - would absolutely not recommend getting their arranged water taxi. As 340 euros, it felt like an absolute scam and I wish I'd done more research about our options for getting to the island. If you do choose the water taxi option, don't go the glass blowing factory. Because of timings, you're rushed through the experience and end up in a showroom with the intention of having you buy something (albeit incredibly beautiful). The taxi + glass blowing all just felt icky.

An experience you must try at least once in your life! A trail that will connect you with nature and the surrounding environment.