Hostaria Castello

Booked a table here due to a recommendation from friends. The Caprese salad was fine, tasted exactly like a regular salad but in a different form. The primi pastas were the highlight of our night. I loved my risotto, it was perfectly cooked in a beautiful light sauce w sweet prawns and semi-dried tomatoes. My boyfriend loved his gnocchi too. We both said they were the best pasta dishes we’ve ever had. The pork belly wasnt as amazing but it was still good. We also shared a delightful tiramisu. Would recommend booking in advance.

Overall excellent experience! One of my girlfriends came here for dinner on a family vacation and raved about it. Me and my husband made a reservation while we were on the plane over to Italy for our honeymoon. Their house made bread was so satisfying to start. We got cocktails, red wine, the caprese appetizer (incredible in taste and presentation), the eggplant parm and the gnocchi. Everything was immaculate. We were so sad to be so stuffed to not be able to squeeze in dessert. The staff was so nice, very attentive and timed every course perfectly. Very much enjoyed our experience on our first night in Venice!

Absolutely delicious food. The waiters were friendly, charismatic and very helpful. The tuna was outstanding. Wish we were staying longer to try more things on the menu! House wine is delicious :)

This was the best meal that I had in Venice. The grilled octopus, risotto with prawns, and spaghetti with duck and orange sauce were incredible. The ambience was perfect as a couple but also great for anyone looking for a quiet, relaxed meal. The waiters were friendly, no negatives!

Outstanding food in a really beautiful setting! The dishes are creative with a perfect combination of Italian flavors with a twist / every course was a culinary experience! It's a small gem in the heart of Venice - not to be missed!

One of the best meals I’ve ever had. We love the grilled octopus, scallop with foam burrata (how creative?!), best risotto I’ve ever had. 10/10!

There are many restaurants in Venice but many are just reheating ready prepared meals, they don’t have kitchens. This one is different it’s the real deal. Went on a Monday night. It holds about 25 people so I’d book in advance. Staff were very helpful even advising me on the best wine to accompany my meal. Food - outstanding and beautifully presented. I had the liver and polenta main course (a local delicacy) and couldn’t fault it. If I came back to Venice this would be my first choice. If you want to go I’d advise booking on line as you’d be luck to get a “walk in” table.

This is by far the most extraordinary cuisine in Venice! Each course was exceptional! The intimate environment and the knowledgeable and congenial service elevated the experience to supreme!