Osteria alle Testiere

Kali Chan★★★★★★★★★★3.04 months ago

Location 5/5 - in the center of Venice Environment 3/5- very simple decorated, very small and family run style Food 5/5 - all the ingredients are very fresh . And everything prepared perfectly, not the usual butter and lemon seafood 🦞 seasoning. Very clean and turely well prepared. Price 2/5- I think it is very expensive. Since the restaurant is not big and very simple decorated. And table are very closed to each other . Very small portion. It feels very expensive just for the quality of food.

Eric T★★★★★★★★★★5.0a month ago

Really delicious Venetian seafood, perfectly cooked. Dining room is small but nice and well-lit. We had an early seating and arrived to most of the diners outside as we waited for them to open their doors, and when they did we were all seated promptly and service began. Started with oysters which were fresh and delicious , different species from what we typically find back home. Extraordinary Spaghetti alle Vongole, the best we've ever had. Main dish was the mixed fish and seafood grill for 2 people whcih was generous but needs some work filleting the whole fish yourself (note: the server offers to do this for you but I preferred to handle it myself). Finally, the pistachio cake was a great way to end the meal, would absolutely return! Reservation required well in advance here, we saw several people turned away at the door.

Christopher Ian★★★★★★★★★★5.0a month ago

Such a memorable way to spend an afternoon. Genuine, delicious, flavoursome food in a charming, quiet location. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting this great city and looking to avoid the typical tourist cuisine .

Rothers★★★★★★★★★★5.09 months ago

This restaurant is simple but exquisite. Had a recommendation from a friend and booked way ahead (literally 3 months ahead!) as we’d heard such good things and didn’t want to be disappointed for our one night in Venice. The restaurant is incredibly compact, probs max 10 tables, which gives a charming and attentive atmosphere, matched by the utterly wonderful staff. Many people tried to get a table by walking in, but were turned away, so we definitely felt very lucky indeed to have reserved in advance. As an apologetically English speaking tourist, it was lovely that the restaurant was full of a mix of both locals and international guests. The waiters were equally kind and attentive to all clientele (sometimes I feel like you can get a raw deal/ cold shoulder as a tourist…but not in this place). The atmosphere was very relaxed and incredibly pleasant. The menu is perfect: a good range, but not overwhelming, with a carefully selected range of fresh seafood and seasonal dishes. We had scallops (insane!), mussels, tuna ravioli, and turbot. Everything was exceptionally seasoned and well presented. The attention to detail in the sauces was particularly note worthy. We finished with a tiramisu (criminal not to) which we both agreed was the best we’d ever eaten. To be honest my only regret is that we couldn’t just order the whole menu: looking at other guests’ meals/tables it seemed that every dish would have been divine. The only tiny area for improvement might be a more extensive alcohol-free drinks list. The wine list was extensive but for non-drinkers there were just a couple of choices. That defo isn’t anything to cry about, though; bottom line is this restaurant is fabulous and provides a relaxed, authentically Italian experience. Make a reservation now, and tell your friends…(or maybe don’t, cos then it’ll get too busy…)

Claudio Stroligo★★★★★★★★★★5.04 months ago

As I always says... This time place was less busy which was a great benefit even though usually the owner was there and Magnificent Chef share new recipe. Food as always great taste, where new things was tested and aroma remain after the meal.