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Taverna La Fenice

1939 Campiello della Fenice | San Marco, 30123 Venice, Italy
+39 (041) 522-3856
Ranked #153 of 821 restaurants in Venice
4.0 of 5 stars 43 Reviews
Price range: 65 AUD - 90 AUD
Cuisines: Italian
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Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: San Croce
Description: La Fenice restaurant is known in Venice as Taverna La Fenice, a name given by writer Gabriele d���Annunzio during the years of the First World War. Not many restaurants can make that claim. This charming, historic, romantic restaurant has stood beside the world-famous La Fenice opera house since 1907. Think ochre stucco, window boxes, fine Italian dining and superb Italian service in a traditional setting with fresh flowers, suffused light and a delightful terrace at the front of the restaurant surrounded by screens and plants. Even the presence of tour groups doesn���t mar the professional service or the romantic atmosphere. Dishes include La Fenice���s own carpaccio, risotto with scampi and rocket, tagliatelle with cream sauce and wild mushrooms, and turbot roasted with potatoes and tomato sauce. The wine list matches the excellence of the carte.
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Scotland
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
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Friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Staff very friendly and attentive. Good quality food, really enjoyed our visit More

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Toronto, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

This was a great spot if you did not want to venture afar some evening. Pricey. There are many spots nearby which had traditional-fare, at better prices. More

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Miami
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Wife and I had lunch at Taverna La Fenice while touring Venice in April. I ordered the fixed price lunch which was offered at 33 euros which is reasonable by Venice standards. My wife wasn't that hungry and ordered just a pasta dish for 12.50 euros. When the bill came, the restaurant demanded 33 euros for my wife's lunch claiming... More

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28 April 2012

Dear Sir, we offer the lunch menu to invoice people to taste our food also at lunch and to give possibility to pay a different bill if you prefer have just a taste of our cousine. The menu includes a choice of two dishes from a selection of plates, one glass of wine, water, coffee, selection of pastries service and... More

Bermuda
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

I was in Venice with my boyfriend 2 weeks ago for a romantic getaway. We had a great dinner at Taverna La Fenice, especially for me as a vegetarian. In Italy it has not been easy finding vegetarian options, but here they offer a special vegetarian menu. I had asparagus with eggs and it was delicious and fresh. We ate... More

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New York
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

Really enjoyed this restaurant. Although described as a tavern, the setting is upscale rustic. Although I went with a large group, the service was excellent. There was not a need to ask for anything as all was in order. The asparagus lasagna was especially tasty. I was sorry it was my last day in Venice--would have come back! More

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Burlington, Vermont
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

Expensive, adequate food-- typical Venice fare. I paid 13 euros for a dish that included just 4 vegetarian ravioli, each one about one inch x one inch. This was the "small dish". The large portion was double that at 26 euros and I hope it had more than 8 ravioli. Overpriced. Be warned that there is both a cover charge... More

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Santa Monica, California
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124 reviews 124 reviews
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38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011

Came here for lunch with a NY Met Museum group so can't really comment on the prices, but the food was excellent and the service was beyond reproach. Nice quiet intimate atmosphere. More

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Vancouver
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011

We thoroughly enjoyed an anniversary dinner at Taverna La Fenice, trying some of the most innovative dishes, including the squid ink and cuttlefish with foamy potato -- sounds strange but they were absolutely delicious. Excellent, attentive service and deserving of the Michelin star. Located next to the opera, on a quiet street. More

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Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
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65 reviews 65 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011

Having read the previous tripadvisor comments, I couldn't disagree more. We spotted this place by chance on the way back from an evening at the opera. Yes, the menu and prices are clearly displayed outside, but what is missing is the definition of small portion. Small means miniscule! What an absolute rip off for what you get. I didn't think... More

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North England
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 October 2011

My husband and I ate at this restaurant after it was recommended by our hotel. We were very impressed with the service and the food. The waiters were all very professional and not too overbearing. They didn't try and sell us very expensive wines like some restaurants in Venice have done. We had the fish taster menu, which was €75... More

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