Osteria Alla Frasca

We had a fabulous meal with great vibes. They were able to give me vegetarian meal Upon request. It was really good gnocchi with vegetables. We got tiramisu to finish it off. My son’s seafood dishes were top notch. And I even got a book mark upon leaving. We arrived at 9:30 and were able to be seated right away.

Our pre-airport meal in Venice couldn't have been better! We were searching for an alternative restaurant when a chance encounter with a local led us here. We're so grateful for her recommendation, as the food, service, and atmosphere were all perfect. What a fantastic way to cap off our trip before taking our boat to the airport!

One of our fav meals in Venice! Found this place through Reddit and it was very much a local joint. Both the seafood tagliatelle and gnocchi dishes were great! I’d probably pass on the sea bream appetizer as it was good but not amazing (wish we ordered the octopus instead). Tiramisu was good as well! Amazing service, vibes, and quite affordable for Venice standards. Love the little bookmark souvenir they give too!

Cute and quaint place hidden away from the crowds. I shared 3 dishes with my dad and it was a perfect light lunch. At the end, they handed me the cutest little illustrated bookmark of the restaurant. I would highly recommend this place for anyone looking for delicious seafood.

If in Venezia, do not miss the dining experience at this little hidden gem. Recommend reservations. We got lucky because we got there early & because it's not high season. Our favorite dining experience in Venezia!!!

Arguably one of my favorite meals to date. Our waiter was more than happy to answer any of our questions, one of them being what he would recommend. From the starters to the mains, they were all fantastic. Personal highlights were the octopus, gnocchi and tiramisu. Don’t miss this place, worth whatever walk you have to take.

I love this place so much. I’ve been looking for a little hidden gem like this in Venice for years and I finally found it. Super delicious food. Super friendly staff. 10/10 can’t wait to come back here!!!

Excellent place to have a dinner. Even raining and cold, the warmful food help to make things better. I ordered a gnocchi with gambas, zucchini and sweet tomatos and it was gorgeous. Also the tiramisu was delicious, not sweet and could feel the biscotti at the right consistency. In total I spent 40 euros.

Pretty good! Best location in Venice, tucked away in a little cobblestone corner. I didn't feel the raves that people had about the gnocchi here, but I really enjoyed the grilled octopus appetizer and the respite from the crowds.

Very nice restaurant that is secluded from the crowds. Food very good and reasonably priced. Seafood fresh. Only downside was a small kitchen so limited choices on the menu.

The Gnocchi was delicious. The bread was as delicious as found in France. It's in a quiet area away from tourists.

After spending three weeks throughout Switzerland and Italy, this is easily the best meal that we had. We ordered the grilled octopus, burrata, tagliatelle, ragu, and gnocchi. Each dish was fantastic. My son is a trained chef and he said it was the best gnocchi that he's ever had. This place is a hidden gem. The next night, out of desperation, we ate at another restaurant that had an overall rating of 4.7 and it was hands down the worst meal of my life. They must be having their friends and family add fake reviews. But as for this place, it's the real deal. Don't miss it if you're in Venice!

This restaurant is away from the tourist in northern side of the island. Since Venice is quite small, it's really easy to get to with the help of google map. Walk in usually won't be a table, so reservation is a MUST, not just recommended. The menu is small, based on their seasonal catch. So not much to choose from. Mostly seafood but they do have meat options. Food is delicious. Service is very attentive.

Reservations are a MUST. We called around 6pm on a Saturday night and we're lucky to get a table for two at 730 just after opening. Others were turned away as the restaurant was fully booked, and they correctly stated that most places require a reservation, particularly on the weekend. Atmosphere was very charming patio dining tucked away in a quiet square of Venice, away from the hustle and bustle. Service was quick by two strapping Italian waiters who spoke good English. Menu is only in Italian, but these fine gentlemen are happy to translate. The food was quite good and well priced. I enjoyed the duck Ragu was just okay, I preferred the seafood antipasta (grilled octopus and shrimps) but definitely felt portions were a bit small. Still, was happy with food and service, and the quaint neighborhood setting.

Amazing amazing amazing. They ran out of the wine we ordered and did an amazing replacement, we had the tomahawk ribeye and it was phenomenal! Go there. That is all!

Osteria alla Frasca was our first dinner in Venice. The food and hospitality were fantastic. Everything from the burrata to the aperol spritz and squid ink pasta was superb. I recommend getting a reservation here.

Very nice dining experience. Nice outdoor seating area. Food is very well prepared. Service was very good. Will do a kids spaghetti if asked for. This is a place worth checking out.

In a nice quiet neighborhood, great aesthetic for a relaxing dinner. The food was pretty good, the gnocchi was amazing but the strozzapreti was a bit bland and tough. The service was ok, however the coperto and water fee were relatively expensive, especially added on to the prices they charged for their food relative to other places.

Osteria alla Frasca is a charming little place; this was definitely the best restaurant I tried in Venice. I came here for a leisurely lunch. FOOD **** Grilled octopus was good, fresh, with some parts crunchy and charred. 4 stars. *** Grilled seafood (fish and scampi) was fine. Simple. 3 stars. ***** For dessert, I had mascarpone cream which was deliciously eggy and wonderful. So simple. So good. 5 stars. Bread was so-so. It was served in a cute little cloth bag. SERVICE was good & helpful.

service, food, ambiance It's in a small quiet piazza on the east side and it's just relaxing eating there People pass, but it's not invasive. The crew on the floor set the tone with a relaxed manner, but never careless. Knowing when to leave you alone. ( and they were busy) We had: Beef carpaccio Potatoe Gnocchi w Shrimp Turbut w/Vegetables Seafood pasta in a red sauce Cavetappi(?) pasta with Duck (mama Mia) Meals were enjoyed by all. The turbut was beautiful, but I'm not sure it was wha t the person expected. I'd eat it,gladly. Gnocchi was excellent The fruit of the sea pasta was outstanding I waited 3 weeks to order carpaccio and the other person that ordered it two weeks ago is arguing with me about whose order as better. Mine was The Duck. You ever order something and not sure why, cause it's a bit wild and you don't have it that often. Order it and chailk it up to experience if you don't like it. This was OUTSTANDING. If I had to pick a meal to repeat over and over, this would be a top candidate Water, Fanta and Aperols were ordered. What an end to the day

If you are in Venice, you have to come here! We booked reservations about a month before based on the good Yelp reviews and ended up having a great dinner. This place is in a non-touristy neighborhood, which is a nice break from the hustle and bustle of Venice. My wife and I got three courses, no dessert. The seafood tasted fresh and the pasta was incredible. They don't have the same menu every night, so some of the dishes in the pictures may not be available on the particular night you come. We loved the mixed seafood appetizer, the linguini with seafood, and both fish main courses we had (tuna and something else that was just divine). A lot of reviews say to get the gnocchi, but we did not think it was particularly special although still good. All in all, this was the best meal we had in Venice on a trip that also included Michelin dining.

While visiting Venice, my friend and I picked Osteria alla Fresca to dine at in the hope of enjoying some outstanding local cuisine and we were NOT disappointed! Tip: Reservations are recommended both because this place is quite popular, and the seating is more than somewhat limited. Despite the fact that there were only two staffers working when we visited (one host/waiter and one chef) the staff was totally up to the challenge of providing an excellent dining experience, including some great conversations and outstanding food :-) From our conversations with the staff and reading of reviews written by others, apparently this place has a different menu most every day; on the day we dined here, they gave us the full Italian dining experience, including a first course, a second course, and a starter. We had the seafood pasta, seabass gnocchi, seared tuna and assorted grilled fishes. We somehow also found room for dessert - everything was beautifully presented and delicious! Bottom line: This is a "hidden gem" of a restaurant that's not quite on the beaten path - highly recommended!

(4.5 stars) Dinner here was such a lovely experience. We were the only reservation of the late evening and so we had the small restaurant to ourselves. It was the intimate Venice dining experience you dream about. The owner was incredibly friendly and attentive, told us all about life in Venice and genuinely cared that we enjoyed the meal, which isn't hard to do after having a glass or two of their wonderful cabernet. The squid ink pasta is an absolute must. It's the real deal (you're lips and teeth will turn black) but it's unforgettably fresh and vibrant. I could eat a bowl of that any time of day. The gnocchi was also lovely, light and fresh. I wish it had a little bit more richness but the seafood was so freaken fresh. Don't leave here without trying the tiramisu either: It's creamy and homey, but also bright and biting. A great ending to a relaxingly peaceful evening.

Had a lovely lunch here. Service was wonderful and so was the food/atmosphere. I liked that it was away from the hustle and bustle. We actually found it by accident. As Americans, we showed up for lunch a bit earlier than most but as we finished up, the place was full with no empty tables! 10/10 experience.

On a summer night in Venice my husband and I wanted a special meal to celebrate our anniversary. We decided to try this place because of the great reviews and... it was perfect! It was a bit of a walk from where we were but in Venice you walk. It's hidden from the many tourists, which is perfect! The food was amazing and the service superb! For appetizers we had the grilled octopus (made to perfection ) and the whipped cod on a bed of warm polenta. I'm usually not a big fan of cod but that dish was delicious!!!! We then shared a linguine with fresh seafood and topped it off with a creme brûlée... not just any creme brûlée but COFFEE creme brûlée... YUM! We will be back someday!

Great food at reasonable prices. We started with the gnocchi and shrimp and I had the mixed grill and my wife had the sea bass - everything was outstanding. Beautiful, quiet location away from the tourist area. Limited seating so a reservation is recommended. The owner, Bruno, was great!

It was Thanksgiving Day and I was traveling alone in Italy so I wanted to find somewhere special and delicious to celebrate all that I am thankful for while solo. And I managed to find one of the best spots in all of Venice. Osteria Alla Frasca is cozy and intimate. Maybe not fancy, but elegantly humble. There are 5 tables for 2 (or seating for 10) inside, as well as a few more tables outside. It is tucked away on an out-of-the-way residential block, which adds to its charm and authenticity. It isn't hard to get to though, only a 2 minute walk from the F.Te Nove boat stop. It is on a corner with dim lighting and candles flickering on the tables. The host is happy to greet you and make conversation as well as advise on the menu (which is all in Italian). I knew I probably wanted the sea bass (€22) when I walked in, so there weren't a lot of decisions O had to make. I was told that eggplant would be replacing the normal mushrooms on the sea bass but I actually prefer that so I readily agreed. While waiting with some bread and a 1/2L of Prosecco (€10) I was able to chat a bit with the host and examine the posters of seafood on the wall. The wait was just about 15 minutes until my sea bass arrived piping hot and fried to a flaky golden crust. And it was everything I had hoped for. It had just the right amount of fried crunch to go with the melt in your mouth flesh full of flavor. It really was prepared to perfection. For dessert (because what American doesn't have dessert on Thanksgiving?), I went with my always-favorite, the tiramisu (€6). It was amazing as I'd hoped and was the perfect complement to the fine main course. After, I was suggested a shot of espresso (€2) which I agreed to because it goes so well with tiramisu. Again, just what I didn't realize I needed. Finally, I was surprised to learn that the espresso is accompanied by a complimentary glass of grappa - a strong grape based Italian brandy. I wasn't actually sure I'd be able to handle the grappa at this point, but he told me I'd be able to walk out into the brisk night without my jacket after, and sure enough he was right. 15 minutes later I walked out in great spirits and without wearing my jacket. If you're in Venice and searching for seafood, Osteria Alla Frasca is one I highly recommend.

Maybe we shouldn't have gone in with such high expectations. The food was solidly meh. I get that subtlety is the strategy with seafood seasoning in Venice, but the dishes were under seasoned and didn't always make sense with the flavor combinations. Spritz was pretty good. Skip the bread, it's below average for what I've had in Italy, and that's a low bar (though the breadstick was fine). I understand coperto, but to serve this as compensation is hardly justified. Was the fish and seafood fresh? Yea. Was it flavorful? Honestly no. The ravioli was the best part of the meal and the filling was well seasoned.

This is a terrific restaurant located in a quiet neighborhood outside of central Venice. It was about about 30 minute walk from our hotel (we were a two minute walk from the train station). We loved everything we ordered. Bruno, the host is such a sweet nice man. He told us exactly what to order and everything was scrumptious. Appetizers - the grilled octopus was both tender and crunchy; the razor clams were an absolute delicacy. If you've never had them and like calms, try them. Dinner- Sea bass sautéed in tomatoes and eggplant; gnocchi (always order gnocchi if on the menu) was cooked perfectly. The shrimp, pepperoni, tomato sauce made it perfect. Dessert - Tiramisu; wow tasty and I mean tasty. Not a speck left on the table of anything.

Amazing little bistro. Get the grilled octopus, and certainly the Tiramisu. Delicioso! Bravo!

Charming 10 seat gem. The grilled octopus was probably one of the best dishes I have had in Venice so far. The service was attentive and friendly. Had the grilled seafood player for entree. The food was seasoned perfectly. The one disappointment was not an execution issue but more of a personal taste issue was: I would have preferred some sauce with the grilled seafood to add depth of flavour. My wife's seabass had a wonderful sauce so they could do if they choose. Would totally come back again.

We called this restaurant for a reservation 15 minutes in advance of our arrival. We got there around 8:45 pm, and we were one of two tables. The place is small. However, by 9:15pm the place was all full- every single table. All of our dishes were excellent, my only complaint is the seating arrangements. Because it was outdoors, there is a nasty amount of mosquitos, so beware! The owner graciously gave us bug spray, which was very kind of him. Very good place if you want fresh seafood!

Picked this place almost entirely based on yelp rating. They were spot on! Tiny, romantic place that was more off the beaten path than any we ate at while in Venice. A nice causal vibe and service from who I took as the owner. We made a late seating reservation, was 10mins late and nothing but welcome when we arrived. Simple menu with mostly seafood. Whipped cod with polenta appetizer was unique and delish. Ravioli w/ shrimp, spaghetti with shell fish and a sea bass with egg plant split between us was a perfect amount of food. Can't see how you could go wrong here and I would highly recommend. Mostly due to such limited seating, would suggest making a reservation. Particularly since you might be hard pressed for a nearby alternative if they are full up.

Once again this all-time favorite of ours is as always sublime. Our last dinner in Venezia 2 years ago almost exactly was here as was our first dinner back in Venezia last night. Reservations are always a good idea; there are only a few tables so best to email them prior especially on weekend evenings. We came there at around 1900 last night after about 24 hours travel time- we'd communicated with Bruno (the owner) prior & he had a prime table reserved for us. Primi- Grilled Octopus (probably the best we'd ever eaten!!!) Baccala mantecato con polenta e basilico (creamed salt cod over polenta with Basil) - This was a favorite we'd had before and it was as always sublime. Segundi- Spagetti alla Frasca- =Spagetti with lots of shellfish - always a perfect choice. Perfectly cooked pasta with gorgeous scampi, clams etc. Frito Misto di Pesce- perfectly fresh, well prepared, this is another favorite of ours. The sardines, in particular, were memorably good. Dessert we had none, that was already a lot of food for us but we did partake in a delicious caffe coretto con grappa before we wandered off to our apartment sated & so very happy. An aside- unlike many other places in Venice you are safe to go with whatever they suggest without runnng the risk of a truly exorbitant bill. We, of course, will be back real soon & many times surely over the next couple of weeks while we are in the city. Hard to go wrong here.

My husband and I found this charming Restaurant by chance! We were just walking one night, getting lost in Venice and hoping to find just the perfect place for a late night dinner and as we turned one corner, there it was! Beautifully lit at the end of an alleyway. It was a gorgeous warm peaceful night, so we chose to sit outside and the service and food could not have been better! This is not a tourist place from what we noticed, as we were surrounded by Italian locals. I had the Pasta Pomorodo and it was excellent! It's a simply dish, but as they say, the best restaurants are usually judged by their most simple dishes, because it comes down to the freshness of the ingredients, the Chef's preparation and presentation. The dish was very flavorful and the pasta was al dente! Service was excellent and very friendly. We felt welcomed and were happy to practice our Italian with the waiter. We shared a bottle of an amazing Italian white wine and in the warm summer night, it couldn't have been more perfect. We look forward to returning back soon!!! Five Stars!!! Grazie mille!!

This restaurant is an amazing find in Venice! We ordered the codfish montecato for an appetizer, a traditional venetian dish. It was extremely well prepared and delicious. For dinner we had the gnocchi with scallops and "sea asparagus" and the seabass fillet with eggplant. Both were amazing but the seabass fillet was out of this world. The attention to every detail of this dish shows that they have a remarkable chef in the kitchen. The fish was pan fried and lightly crisped on the outside for a perfect texture. The light sauce and the eggplant combined to make this dish truly outstanding. We loved it so much we had to order a second one which was also prepared to perfection. The owner truly takes pride in his restaurant and talked with us a bit when the meal was over. He personally shops for the fish which is caught fresh and purchased from a local market nearby. At over 120 years old, it's not surprising that this restaurant has been around for so long.

This place is a small gem off the beaten path. Quaint & charming with amazing food & wine. We had such a wonderful lunch here today! The Tiramisu is to die for!

The most delicious octopus I have had in my life, fresh, charred outside and tender and juicy inside. We two people shared one first and ordered one more later after grilled fish which is very yummy too. The raw cream of Tiramisu is so smoothy that I can't describe its good taste.

Excellent seafood, even better service. This place was a gem! Quaint little sitting area outside. Nice interior as well.

Hands down the best seafood we have had in Italy! The charming little restaurant is off by itself in the back of an alleyway and we came across it walking home from another place. We went back last night and we were in heaven! The grilled octopus appetizer was to die for, large tender pieces served with an amazing sauce. My wife ordered the calamari with strawberries (I know, but it goes really well!) and I got the seafood spaghetti - full of fresh clams, mussels and shrimp in the shells. The calamari was nothing we've had before, not lame breaded O rings, a whole squid cut and grilled to perfection! We ended with a creme brûlée that had a hint of citrus to it. The staff was the owner, the waiter, and the chef, and all were so nice and chatted with us. We are going back tomorrow before leaving! A great find.

Great meal at a place off the beaten path in Venice...worth the trek! We had the sea bass and the calamari entrees, along with the Pinot Grigio and house red wine. Once again, Yelp did not steer us wrong, this place is really cool and the waiter was awesome too. Worth the trip

Seriously AMAZING! Food Service and Atomophere. Bruno is the best host friendly and hospitable. He will help you with suggestions and not steer you wrong! Ok so a must try is the Octopus!! Amazing! Reservations are highly recommended. I will come back here when in Venice for sure! The Chef is created all the dishes with fresh local.food!

We've been in Venice two days and we've gone twice to Osteria alla Frasca for dinner. The first night we stumbled upon it, and it was so great that we came back again the next day. The octopus, which we weren't sure we wanted to try, was incredible--tender and flavorful. The calamari were the best we've ever had. Our server Bruno was so kind and patient with us as we figured out what to order. His suggestions were perfect, as was his English. We can't wait to try their scallops and crudo plate.

Off the beaten path a little. Diamond In the ruff we say here in the states. You won't be disappointed. When in Venice. One must try. ;)

Fantastic food and the friendliest man ever waited on us! Very small and definitely off the tourist path! Highly recommend!!

I went here last night based off these Yelp reviews, and it didn't disappoint. Great service, great food, and all at a decent price. I'll be visiting here again when I come back to Venice!

I will honestly say that I was initially not excited about coming here because it seemed a pricier than some other places we looked up, for food that wasn't necessarily that different. Boy was I put in my place. Yes, it may have been a little more in cost but the food was fresh and presented very well. What really sold me was the service. We asked for olive oil when the bread came out and ended up in a great conversation with the owner about how this was something Americans came up with and then about where to find good olive oil and when one should and shouldn't use it. Granted, we were the only people there at this time of day/lunchtime but I experienced few restaurants in my time in Italy where the owner took the time to talk to their customers.

A local recommended this place to us, and it was absolutely worth tracking it down. We had the grilled seafood platter and the fish lasagna, both very good. Friendly waiter who was happy to chat while the place wasn't too busy. If we come back to Venice we'd definitely revisit!

The best meal I've had in Venice. We had gnocchi with scallops and spicy tomato-lemon sauce, along with barely grilled tuna on a bed of aubergines, red onions, and pine nuts. And a carafe of pino grigio to wash it down. Along with friendly service, a cozy outdoor setting, an English language menu (at the back of the folder), and reasonable prices. Beautiful...

Really cute little restaurant. It's a bit off the beaten path, but that's part of its charm. Waitstaff was really friendly and accommodating. We had the seafood platter to share and two desserts. Really fresh and tasty. Not overbearing in oil or sauces. Outside seating is cozy on a warm evening, ambient w/ candles here and there. I'd definitely recommend.

Recommended to us by a local of Venezia, we weren't disappointed by this place. Great portions, very fresh, wonderful service. The dinners are simple without fussy spices and it's a nice hidden place away from the rest of the tourists. No English on the menu - but they're the best finds here! Bella!

This is an adorable little restaurant near the northern shore of Venice. It seems completely authentic. No frills in decor but the simple tables, settings and lighting create a real, old-fashioned charm. The menu is mostly fish. We shared a seafood pasta as a first course and it was plenty for 2. The mussels in particular were the best I've had. My husband got the frito misto and it was done very well, with the shrimp as the outstanding feature. I got sea bass with artichokes. It was very delicately fried and quite good. The desserts were great. Make your way over here if you want a lovely, warm, adorable restaurant experience.

Absoluty amazing! The place, the food homemade, the service was wonderful. I feel like this is a really good insider, since it is not so easy to find.

If you're ever in Venice, put this at the top of your must-visit restaurant list. It's a small quiet seafood restaurant with - literally - the best seafood I've ever eaten anywhere in the world. The host was amazing - kind, well spoken, accommodating - but it is the food that really puts this place on the map. I had a dozen different types of seafood and loved every piece. Try the Octopus with Purple Sauce or the Fried Assorted Fish plates.

Best meal we had in Venice. I used my iPhone to find the restaurant. It is quite a trek but well worth it. We turned left and right and went down skinny alley ways and over canal bridges and I thought for sure we were lost and when I looked up, there it was. The house white wine is wonderful - dry, mineral, fresh. We would have bought a bottle if it were available, but it wasn't. We had the seafood selection appetizer; seafood ravioli primi and secondi was grilled sea bass with asparagus and tuna tar tar. The tiramisu for dessert was to die for. Make a reservation, we will definitely return the next time we come to Venice.

Great cozy restaurant specializing in seafood. We had grilled octopus, seafood ravioli and sea bass. Everything was excellent. Reservations recommended.

A true neighborhood restaurant, a great find. Worth finding your way there. The food was superb, the fish fresh and prepared beautifully. Service by the owner was top notch. If my wife said " She died and went to heaven" after having the sea bass with artichokes rest assured you will enjoy your meal.