Cà D'Oro Alla Vedova

Tucked just off the bustling Strada Nova in Venice’s Cannaregio neighborhood, Cà D’Oro Alla Vedova is the kind of authentic Italian trattoria that feels like stepping into a local’s secret. With lace-covered light fixtures casting a warm glow and copper pots adorning the walls, this intimate spot radiates old-world Venetian charm that’s increasingly rare to find.

The kitchen here excels at hearty, traditional fare that showcases the best of Venetian cuisine. Their fried meatballs—made with tender, slow-cooked shredded beef—are absolutely worth the trip alone. The polenta cicchetti topped with creamy baccalà mantecato demonstrates the kind of care and technique that only comes from decades of tradition. For pasta lovers, both the spaghetti alle vongole and the spaghetti alla busara with tomatoes, chili, and prawns are executed beautifully.

While you could easily pop in for a quartino of Italian wine and a few snacks at the bar, this is a place that rewards those who settle in for a proper meal. The portions are generous, the prices reasonable, and the atmosphere inviting enough to make you want to linger over an extra glass of wine.

For anyone seeking an authentic taste of Venice away from the tourist-heavy spots near St. Mark’s Square, Cà D’Oro Alla Vedova delivers exactly what a classic Venetian trattoria should be—unpretentious, delicious, and utterly welcoming.