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L'Osteria di Santa Marina

Campo Santa Marina 5911, Venice, Italy (Castello)
041-528-5239
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Ranked #27 of 975 restaurants in Venice
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: Castello
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London
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87 reviews 87 reviews
30 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
55 helpful votes 55 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

This osteria is over a few bridges and round the back of the toursit trail between the Rialto and St.Mark's and it's probably all the better for it. Its location in a small but pretty square is very pleasant and once inside, you immediately feel the benefit of the relaxed ambience - and the smell of good food! We were... More

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UAE
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Lovely restaurant, great service and food. We came one night without a reservation but could not get in. We made a reservation for another night and were glad we did. The chef adjusted our tasting menu according to our preferences and the whole meal was delicious. A wonderful experience overall.

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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Warning - do not go to this restaurant unless you wish to indulge in a "dining experience". The chef has very obviously been watching too much Master Chef and is trying very hard to be different and ground-breaking. A lot of effort goes in to the visual element too with eye-catching Villeroy and Boch Caffe tableware. We went there for... More

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Moscow, Russia
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29 restaurant reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

As I told in the review about Corte Sconta, is not easy to eat good in Venice. Osteria di Santa Marina is another good place, certainly not cheap, but offering a proper menù, with good innovations, I remember an exceptional risotto with fois gras! Also fish is quite good, the wine list not special but rich and a very consistent... More

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Columbus, OH
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We had a lovely dinner here during our stay in Venice. We each got one of the different tasting menus offered, and neither one disappointed. Every plate was artfully crafted and delicious. Staff were very friendly and polite. We would absolutely eat here again.

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Eastern PA
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26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Quality food but less than pleasant service. We felt as though they were doing us a favor by serving us. Not exactly what we expected at the prices that they charge.

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White Rock, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

This is by the best dinner experience we have had so far in Venice. A unique menu, wonderful meal, good service and a pleasant atmosphere. It was only 10 steps away and recommended by the staff of our charming inn called Cà Bragadin.

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London, United Kingdom
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45 reviews 45 reviews
38 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

A return visit after a few years. Still excellent quality food and helpful professional service. They care about their food. It was our last meal in Venice and we had the fish tasting menu at 65 euros. It was worth it. In the summer there is outdoor seating in the campo.

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Geneva, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

It doesnt look like much from the outside but this is one of the best restaurants in Venice. We went there twice because there were too many things we wanted to taste from the menu and one lunch was not enough.... Every dish with seafood was to die for! We highly recommend it!

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Ossining, New York
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Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
112 helpful votes 112 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

This is a lovely osteria, one of the best in Venice, and one with a little elbow room. The fish is exceptionally fresh and well-prepared, the service is excellent, and pricing is moderate to expensive, but a good value. I'd love to find this combination at this price point in NYC. No such luck, but certainly worth a return visit... More

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