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Cantinone Gia' Schiavi

Dorsoduro 992 | fondamenta Nani, 30123 Venice, Italy (Castello)
+39 041 523 0034
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Ranked #4 of 976 restaurants in Venice
Cuisines: Italian
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Good for: Bar scene, Local cuisine, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Late Night
Neighborhood: Castello
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Sheffield, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

What a fantastic surprise to happen upon this marvelous little restaurant. The speciality 'cicheti' are freshly made and are the ideal light meal whilst walking around Venice. No airs or graces here, just fantastic local food at a very reasonable price. Perfect setting in the Academic area by the canal. Will be back next trip..every day

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW via mobile

We were well lost after hunting for an art gallery we wanted to go to. Venice has a very odd property numbering system. We rushed past this and the returned after we found our gallery. This was just the spot for a pick me up moment. Great food, cheap wine and a sit on the edge of a canal. Lovely!

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Harrogate, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Our visit to the one of the supposed top places to eat in Venice (at the time of our visit), was doomed from the start, as we decided to walk to the Dorsoduro from the centre of San Marco- NOT recommended! The streets are like a maze on this route and it took a very long walk there and back!... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

If you want authentic Venice look no further this tiny wine shop comes with fantastic wines delicious little cicheti that you see being freshly made as they go so quickly, but constantly replenished. The Falconera red wine is stunning and the reason we just stood and watched Venice at it's best. Staff very knowledgeable with wine's and area. Prices are... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

This tucked away wine shop have been one of my favorite places for cichetti (Venice's answer to the Spanish tapas). At around 4pm or so this place becomes crowded with Venetians sipping a spritz cocktail (prosecco and either Campari or Aperol) and snacking on crostini loaded with baccala and dusted with cacao, as well as many others. Many wines are... More

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Middelburg, Nederland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

When in Venice don't skip this small place where you cann order wine and little chunks of French bread with different toppings from the counter. Charming place and always a treat.

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Indian Harbour Beach, FL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

This small bar has a wonderful selection of cichetti, the small Venetian "snacks". In this case, each is served on a small piece of toasted bread (crostino). There is nothing typical about the toppings on these cichetti. You might have shrimp "saor", a cream of pistachio, or gorgonzola topped with nuts,. I am afraid that I do not do them... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

I have so many good memories from this little wine shop. You can try a variety of excellent wines at approximately €1-2 each, and then order as many of the little cicheti it takes to soak up the wine. We always take our wine and nibbles outside and sit by the canal watching boats go by and enjoying the amazing... More

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Lisbon, Portugal
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013 via mobile

Went to cantino with my wife due to the fantastic critics read on tripadvisor. However this place can't be considered if you are hungry to have a meal, only if you wan't to skip the antipasti of your choice of restaurant to dinner.Basically you eat small slices of bread with pates and drink glasses of wine, what is completely different... More

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Colchester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

My wife and I stopped here a couple of times for cichetti and a glass of wine. The place is always crowded with locals and the cichetti and wines are very good. You will need to queue. My only gripe was that the staff were a bit miserable, but it remains a great place for a cheap stand up meal.

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