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“Amazing wine list, fantastic fish!”

Osteria Alle Testiere
Ranked #181 of 1,708 Restaurants in Venice
Certificate of Excellence
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Good for: Romantic, Special occasions, Local cuisine
Dining options: Late Night, Dinner, Lunch, Reservations
Neighborhood: Castello
Reviewed July 7, 2016

I loved this place. It was small, and quaint. Reservations are a must and you have to give a credit card to hold your reservations but it's worth it. Their seafood is to die for, some of the best in Venice. The owner is so humble and kind and walks around the place introducing himself. Very Very Good!

Date of visit: June 2016
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Reviewed July 5, 2016

It was our first trip to Venice and my wife was lucky enough to get us a lunch reservation here. The menu looked like we couldn't make a bad choice but we decided then and there to ask the owner to "make us smile". We were not disappointed. Dish after dish, in excess of the three courses we asked and were billed for kept coming over a leisurely 2 hour seating. At no time dis we feel rushed. Expensive, yes, but the best meal we had during three weeks in Italy.

Date of visit: June 2016
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Reviewed July 4, 2016

This is a small fish restaurant which serves only fresh fish caught that day. The food is delicious and reasonably priced with a wide variety of wines.
The restaurant is small so there are 2 sittings and the later one is more relaxed but we ate at the earlier slot and did not feel at all rushed.
The experience was amazing and we will return one day.

Date of visit: June 2016
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Thank Philip S
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Reviewed June 29, 2016

The welcome from this charming family owned restaurant was outstanding. You have a two hour time slot since there are only 10 tables. The fish is superb and fresh with roasted vegetables to match.Very healthy until you participate in the home-made desserts which necessitate a long walk home!!
A must on your list to visit but pre-book otherwise you will not get a table .

Date of visit: June 2016
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Reviewed June 28, 2016

Small rustic restaurant (book well in advance) freshly caught fish and shellfish. Loved everything we ate. Try the Lugano white wine. Moderately priced. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Date of visit: June 2016
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Thank anneo980
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