Quadri

Situated on the second floor of the historic café of the same name, this elegant restaurant is run with consummate professionalism by the Alajmo family (also renowned for their three-Michelin-starred restaurant in Rubano), with chefs Silvio Giavedoni and Sergio Preziosa at the helm. With its ornate wallpaper bearing portraits of the owners, sumptuous chandeliers, view of St Mark’s Square and carefully restored 16C features, this is truly a restaurant for a special occasion. The opulence of the setting is deliberately lightened by the friendly service, which is occasionally playful and yet impeccable at all times. Skilful reinterpretations of Venetian and Italian classics feature on the tasting menus served here, although dishes can also be chosen à la carte. In addition to the historic Quadri café on the ground floor, the more informal Quadrino serves simpler, less expensive fare which is nonetheless interesting.