Trattoria Bar Pontini

Experience authentic Italian dining in Venice. This highly-rated trattoria (4.5/5) offers superb seafood and a welcoming atmosphere. Discover a true Venetian gem.

Seafood · Italian$$4.5(5,243)Venice

Compact, traditional Venetian bar with outdoor seating, serving hearty regional fare & local wines.

About Trattoria Bar Pontini

Nestled in the charming Cannaregio district, this beloved Venetian eatery offers a truly authentic dining experience. With a stellar 4.5/5 rating from over 5,000 diners, it's clear this establishment is a local favorite. Diners consistently praise the phenomenal seafood pasta, often describing it as "more than art." While the price point is moderate ($$), the exceptional quality and fresh ingredients make every bite worthwhile. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with friendly service that makes you feel respected and well cared for. It's an ideal spot for enjoying a delicious meal, whether for lunch or a memorable dinner.

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Restaurant Characteristics

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💰Price Range
Moderate
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
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Why Travelers Love Trattoria Bar

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4.5 / 5.0(5,243 reviews)

Coming here for dinner the second time in a row during my short stay in Venice. The seafood pasta was just phenomenal! The service was excellent! I can’t recommend this trattoria more! The seafood pasta here is more than art. Some people may feel that it is expensive, but the moment you taste the food, that thought disappears. The lunch menu is available after 11:30, and it's worth the wait. The waiter was very friendly and I felt respected throughout the meal. It was my first meal in Venice, and I was able to start my trip very pleasantly. It was the best experience. If I visit Venice next time, I will definitely come again. I recommended this place to my friend. Great crowd and food was delish. Tried the seafood spaghetti, caprese and beef. All were well done and flavourful. The queue might be a little long but definitely worth it!

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Where to Find Them

Cannaregio, 1268, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy

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Opening Hours

Open Now
MondayClosed
Tuesday7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 10:30 PM

Recent Reviews

Aron Y.

November 11, 2025

Coming here for dinner the second time in a row during my short stay in Venice. The seafood pasta was just phenomenal! The service was excellent! I can’t recommend this trattoria more!

Cw

October 1, 2025

The seafood pasta here is more than art. Some people may feel that it is expensive, but the moment you taste the food, that thought disappears. The lunch menu is available after 11:30, and it's worth the wait. The waiter was very friendly and I felt respected throughout the meal. It was my first meal in Venice, and I was able to start my trip very pleasantly. It was the best experience. If I visit Venice next time, I will definitely come again. I recommended this place to my friend.

Calvin

October 25, 2025

Great crowd and food was delish. Tried the seafood spaghetti, caprese and beef. All were well done and flavourful. The queue might be a little long but definitely worth it!

M L.

August 3, 2025

The number of positive reviews for this restaurant speaks for itself. This place came recommended on multiple online sources and was also suggested to us by our Airbnb host. It was busy and full of energy every single time we passed by. My best advice is to call ahead and book. We had to make reservations for Saturday at 7pm about 2 days in advance. There seemed to be people eating outside of the "normal" Italian meal times so double check if they can accomodate you before lunch (noon) or between lunch and dinner (2-7pm). Although Bar Pontini is frequented by a significant number of non-Italian tourists, don't let that dissuade you as the food was delicious and there did seem to be Italian-speaking guests catching up with the waitstaff during our visit.

Alina M.

October 8, 2025

The wait was over for 2 hours: waiting for the table, waiting for drinks, waiting for food, waiting for the bill. The wine was only brought after we reminded them. I understand that the staff are busy, but maybe they shouldn't take extra reservations then? After such a long wait, the food seemed quite good, fairly averagе. If you still want to visit, book in advance.

What to Expect

Features and amenities that make Trattoria Bar special

Outdoor Seating

Cocktails

Beer

Wine

Coffee

Family Friendly

Groups Welcome

Reservations

Practical Information

Everything you need to know before you visit

Payment Options

Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating

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