Trattoria Da Gigio
Venice
At a glance
Trattoria Da Gigio is nestled in the Rio Terà S. Leonardo area of Venice, offering a classic menu of Venetian fish and meat dishes infused with traditional Italian flair. This compact trattoria captures the essence of Italian dining with its emphasis on authentic and flavorful cuisine. Guests can enjoy a moderate price level while savoring a menu that highlights both the sea and the land of Venice's culinary heritage. Not only does Trattoria Da Gigio serve beautifully prepared pastas, it also offers a selection of local Venetian delicacies including meats and fresh catch from the surrounding waters.
The atmosphere of Trattoria Da Gigio is intimate and welcoming, embodying the traditional Venetian trattoria feel that appeals to both locals and visitors. The setting is designed for comfort, with both dine-in and outdoor seating available, making it an ideal spot during the warmer months for enjoying the city's ambience along with a satisfying meal.
Those interested in pairing their meal with a drink will find a modest selection of beer and wine. This feature, along with its reasonable price points and varied menu, makes Trattoria Da Gigio a suitable choice for group gatherings or a cozy meal for two. The restaurant maintains a solid reputation, reflected in its high rating from numerous reviews, which speaks to the consistent quality and dedication to traditional food it delivers to each visitor.
Reviews
Great atmosphere and service. We ordered a few octopus dishes that were recommended by the waitress and all fantastic. Good gluten free options
Cozy and quaint, while it’s on the beaten path it’s understated and inviting. No one is trying to drag you off the street, instead they provide hand-written menus on clip boards and deliver great food and great service. We enjoyed a wonderful meal with incredible wait staff who spoke perfect English but instead allowed me to practice my elementary Italian. We saw locals chatting with the wait staff alongside a diverse international clientele. Prices are honest, food is great, and atmosphere is warm and cozy. It was a nice break from the touristic frenzy elsewhere. Highly recommend.
Good food, nice restaurant. We visited in late November and it was still fairly busy, reasonable value for money. The octopus main course was very good however we were a bit disappointed with the spaghetti and meat sauce due to the pasta being undercooked (as in it was still straight!) That said, it was only a couple of bits and overall the meal was nice. Good central location and close to some good bars for coffee or a beer afterwards. Tiramisu was great.
A classic locals only trattoria type of vibe- despite this they do have an English menu and are very kind and helpful. It really feels like a home cooked meal, and each dish was bright, fresh and clean! The seafood used here is excellent, I even found myself eating the prawn heads which I’m normally scared to try. I had the bacalato creamed cod and polenta and a beautiful pasta alla busara with generous portion of red prawns
