Venice: CoVino

Its located off of a main thoroughfare on a back alley on a corner. You’ll see a glass door telling you to either wait at the door or ring the doorbell first. Why? The place is tiny with only 6 tables and an open kitchen. There isn’t room for people to gather in an entry or you’ll be barging right into the kitchen / the service area / reception / wine station / bread station, etc. You get the point. Don’t be that guy. Wait to be invited in.

Just wait / ring first and they’ll happily greet you.

Fun and boisterous – neighborhood bistro

Seasonal hot food and natural wines

Its just Andrea and one other person – professional and friendly. 

The tables are close together since there are only 6 tables.

The staff will give you professional service and leave you alone – but if you want to engage – the service team loves what they do and love sharing what they know.

The wine list is a HUGE reason to go – if you don’t travel to drink organic / natural wines then this experience will be lost on you.

Reserve directly on their site. Don’t assume that because it is tiny or you heard Venice isn’t full of tourists and no reason to book. This place is a perennial favorite for locals and visitors from all over Europe.