We decided to eat here for lunch for our first meal in Venice and it was a great experience. Anchovies were fresh and delicious. My pasta was really good too. More

We tried this place for lunch as we had just arrived at the Hilton Molino Stucky hotel and it is a short walk along the Giudecca waterfront. First we were frustrated that they would not let us sit down as we only wanted the sandwiches, we were supposed to stand at the bar which was full, in the end they... More

A good place to spend a couple of hours after exploring the city. Warm atmosphere complements the pleasure of delicious cuisine. More

A few but excellent dishes; a place full of locals: what Venice used to be many years ago. More

When in Venice a visit to the Giudecca area of the city is a must. if at lunchtime La Palanca is the restaurant to head for. It has one of the best views across to the mainland anywhere in Venice and on a nice warm day is the ideal to while away an hour or two over a good lunch.... More

If you find yourself on Guidecca around lunch time, the tramezzini at La Palanca is a splendid option for a light bite. Tramezzini are just sandwiches disguised with an Italian name, bread is just standard white bread, so it really comes down to the filling. La Palanca has a good variety in choice, and the ones we sampled were all... More

Every time we visit Venice we make a point of going over to Giudecca Island and having a wonderful lunch at La Palanca Cafe. Andrea, the host, has one of the biggest smiles in Italy and always makes his guests welcome. A great place to eat even in the heat of the day as La Palanca Cafe is in the... More

Slow service that you couldn't mind less. Excellent view and atmosphere with the most delicious cucina. Had a wonderful swordfish carpaccio with orange peel and a delightful seppie nere with polenta. The waiter advised us that they had just prepared 4 dolce. We had a creme de mascarpone with fragole that was wonderful. Quite worth one vaporetto stop from Zattere.... More

To tell the truth,l dont wanna tell this restaurant. Great veiwing,nice food,good atmosphere,that all I want to keep for only myself. Without doubt I recommend here. Please keep secret to everyone! More