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AI GONDOLIERI
Authentic Venetian Cuisine in Dorsoduro
Nestled just behind the Peggy Guggenheim Museum and a short stroll from the Accademia Gallery, Ai Gondolieri offers a genuinely Venetian dining experience in Dorsoduro 366. This historic trattoria revived in 1987 still preserves its old‑inn charm, complete with wood‑panelled walls and its own arched bridge over a picturesque canal. Its romantic, intimate setting makes Ai Gondolieri an ideal choice for evenings in Venice.
Land‑Focused Menu of Meat and Seasonal Specialties
Unlike many Venetian restaurants, Ai Gondolieri specializes in terra‑based dishes—think rich, regional meat recipes rather than seafood. Signature options include the superb braised rack of lamb with spinach tortino, perfectly butter‑infused and finished with Parmesan. The menu features elegant starters like fritto di verdure from Sant’Erasmo, beef tartare with pickled egg yolk, and hand‑sliced Parma ham with figs.
Refined First and Second Courses
Fresh homemade pasta dishes abound: lasagnetta with radicchio di Treviso and Montasio cheese, spaghetti alla carbonara with yolk foam, pappardelle al masorino, and house risotto recipes such as the risotto with “secoe” made according to ancient Serenissima tradition. Secondi mains delight with veal liver Venetian style with polenta, Carré of lamb with flan of cime di rapa, ossobuco in umido, and beef filet with Amarone and porcini
Seasonal Freshness and Options for All Diets
Ai Gondolieri emphasizes seasonal ingredients sourced from the lagoon and local farms. The kitchen also caters to diverse needs, offering vegetarian and vegan dishes alongside gluten‑free options. Desserts include classic tiramisù, mousse al cioccolato with candied orange, millefoglie with forest fruits, and flamed crespelle—plus white truffle menus in autumn
Impeccable Service and Acclaimed Wine Cellar
The well‑trained staff offers attentive, English‑fluent service in a polished yet welcoming style. Many guests praise the seamless hospitality and knowledgeable servers In addition, the restaurant boasts a comprehensive wine cellar, featuring extensive selections of white, red, sparkling wines and cocktails. Perfectly paired with local cured meats and sweet‑sour vegetables, the wine list elevates every dining moment
