Dorsoduro restaurant reviews

Al fresco opportunities aplenty to watch the neverending variety of water traffic on the Giudecca Canal.

Tiny but perfectly formed establishment with a menu constructed each day from whatever’s good at the markets.

Queues attest to a collective hankering for good, simple food in a congenial atmosphere.

Simple, no-nonsense quality food just a step from the Frari – and popular with students.

Popular with big Italian family parties, this is no-nonsense food in huge portions and at keen prices.

No set meal times, views of cruise ships and plenty of vegetarian options only add to the appeal of this classy outfit.

A useful restaurant, and pleasantly situated looking into Campo Santa Margherita.

Booking is exceptional at this cosy restaurant that’s popular with students and deserves repeat visits.

Queues are explained by keen pricing and classic Italian and Venetian specialities.

Riviera is a restaurant for a sunny day or balmy evening – there is much more space outside than in.

When the sun’s out there’s nowhere more pleasant to have a long lunch. Basic food, with all the standard Italian and Venetian classics.

Staffed by a small team of old ladies, this seems to be a veritable marmite of a place.

Defiantly carnivorous and straightforward; no fancy sauces, but plenty of strong flavours.

Simple, friendly restaurant between Campo Santa Margarita and the Frari, much frequented by locals.

The list of pizzas is almost endless and there are some very interesting combinations on offer.

Peggy Guggenheim and assorted artists came here in the 50s and 60s.