This slightly hidden Dosoduro spot, remains top of any list. Be sure to book in advance as it becomes quite busy for a sunny afternoon lunch. The perfect order is the spicy rigatoni, octopus, and their most glorious tiramisu. (A terrible tour guide behind us told her keep that this was seasonal!) After trying may…
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Dining by the Canal: Ristorante Riviera Experience
This is the third review of Ristorante Riviera and it still racks up as one of my top favorite Venetian restaurants. We scored a canal-front table on an unseasonable warm October afternoon and started with a glass of Franciacorta. Why does wine always taste better on the water? The first course is my absolute favorite…
Ristorante Riviera- Venice
On my favorite island of Venice, Dorsoduro, is the wonderful canal-side restaurant, Ristorante Riviera. The white table cloths and sunset location ensure that it feels like a special occasion. The attentive, but relaxed service allows you to feel comfortable and focus on the beautiful food at hand and time with your fellow diner. On this…
Ristorante Riviera- Venice
After a 2:30AM wake-up call in rainy Switzerland, pushing through to a sunny arrival in Venice, I was in dire need of lunch! Nothing too heavy as I’d booked a nice dinner that evening, but just enough. My hotel restaurant’s tiny terrace was full, so I did the next best thing and just plopped down…