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Hostaria da Franz is highly regarded for its authentic Venetian cuisine, exceptional service, and intimate atmosphere. Guests frequently commend the freshness and quality of the seafood, the attentiveness of the staff, and the overall dining experience. The restaurant's location, away from typical tourist areas, adds to its charm and appeal.

Hostaria da Franz: A Venetian Culinary Gem in the Heart of Venice Italy's Seafood Scene 

Nestled in the charming neighborhood of Salizada S. Antonin in Venice, Hostaria da Franz stands as a beacon for lovers of authentic Venetian cuisine. This genteel, family-run establishment offers an intimate dining experience where tradition meets passion. From fresh seafood to classic meat dishes, every plate tells a story of Venice's rich culinary heritage, presented with a modern twist that delights both locals and travelers alike.

A Symphony of Flavors: What to Expect on Your Plate

At Hostaria da Franz, the focus is on fresh, high-quality ingredients that capture the essence of Venetian cooking. Diners rave about standout dishes such as the scallop pasta, fried fish paired with eggplant, and the venetian classics like Sarde in Saor with its authentic sweet and sour punch. The menu also features expertly prepared meat options for those who prefer a hearty meal. Every dish is crafted to deliver a beautiful balance and harmony of flavors, making your meal a memorable journey through Venetian tradition.

Complement your meal with a thoughtfully curated wine list featuring superb offerings from the Veneto and Friuli regions, as well as exclusive Italian vintages like Brunello and Barolo. Whether you prefer a crisp white or a robust red, the wine selection enhances the flavors of your dishes. The restaurant also serves expertly crafted cocktails and traditional Venetian digestives, rounding out a complete dining experience.

Atmosphere And Service: Venetian Warmth At Its Best

Hostaria da Franz offers an intimate and authentic dining experience, where attentive service is a hallmark. Maurizio and his son Luca, the passionate hosts, bring a personal touch to every meal, sharing stories about the local cuisine and the history behind each dish. The restaurant's location away from the usual tourist hubs adds to its charm, providing a peaceful and genuine Venetian atmosphere that guests cherish.

What is the dining experience like at Hostaria da Franz?

 Guests describe the experience as intimate and authentic, with attentive service and a focus on fresh, high-quality seafood prepared in traditional Venetian styles.

 Yes, the restaurant offers alfresco dining along the canal, providing a picturesque setting for meals.

 Yes, reservations are accepted and recommended, especially for dinner service.

 Yes, the restaurant is wheelchair accessible, ensuring comfort for all guests.

 Hostaria da Franz accepts cash, credit cards, and debit cards.

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Situata nel cuore di Venezia, l'Hostaria da Franz è un'oasi di autenticità e sapori tradizionali italiani, un luogo dove la storia e la cultura culinaria si incontrano per offrire un'esperienza gastronomica indimenticabile.

Genteel, old-fashioned destination offering a range of traditional seafood & meat dishes.

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Best canele ever! Everything is fresh and great. We had shrimp and octopus as starters. The main dishes were scallop pasta and fried fish with eggplant. They were all super good.

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If you want to have fresh seafood of superb quality accompanied by great wine you need look no further. Raw fish of the best quality, Sarde in Saor with a real sweet and sour punch as it’s supposed to give. One of the best risottos I’ve ever had. A reallly concise wine list with reasonably priced superb offerings from the region (Veneto and Friuli) as well as the best red wines from Italy in many older vintages for the ones with deep pockets. They also have meat dishes for the ones wanting to enjoy that thirty year old brunello or barolo. Highly recommended!

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100% recommend. There are many restaurants to choose from in Venice, however this establishment shines above the rest.

My husband and I took a 2 week trip to Italy in 2023 and ended the trip with our last 2 nights in Venice. Hostaria da Franz was recommended by our hotel and we ended up loving it so much that we enjoyed dinner there during both of our evenings in Venice.

Maurizio and his son Luca provide the most impeccable service and really impressed us with their knowledge and descriptions of local cuisine. You can tell that each dish was well thought out and executed with passion and care.

The calamari and all the pasta dishes are amazing. You cannot go wrong with anything you order and if you have any questions, Maurizio will provide you an elegant description of what to expect from any of the dishes.

Maurizio and Luca, I humbly apologize for my delayed review.  My husband and I reminisce on our meals spent at your establishment and hope to return one day. Alla prossima! - Alison and Allen

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An exceptional and unique high dining experience from the heart.

Maurizio and his team are genuinely passionate bringing together the journey of the local produce to plate, presented immaculately and a delight to the senses and palette.

We learnt about the history, culture and people through the food and Maurizio's own story of his family run establishment that brings the traditions of Venice through the food created with a modern twist.

For me there was a beautiful balance and harmony achieved with the different flavours in each dish and a unique execution that delivered over and above expectations for a Michelin guide restaurant.

Everything we ordered was a stand out dish from the
Venetian classic of pickled sardines and baccala,
Veal tonne and sant erasmo vegetables,
Crispy red mullet, miso mayones and bbq fennel,
Fish of the day in cooking oil and artichoke prepared two ways,
to desert, cocktails, wines and traditional Venetian digestive  recommendations are paired back beautifully to our pallets.

Dining here is one of those memorable moments that will stay with us and is a must and absolutely worth the money.

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9.8/10 totally recommended.

Crudites are top-tier quality, carefully prepared and paired - probably one of the best selections I had in years.  Char-grilled monkfish is worth a special mention as well.

Family owned, you can truly feel the passion and the attention to detail they bring to the customer.

Only thing I found a bit odd is the wide selection of great reds and a modest white wine list on the other end. Strange but being Venice it’s understandable..

Definitely worth the trip.

Alla prossima e grazie ancora per la serata!

Price range EUR 100-125 pp

Hostaria da Franz a Venezia: Autentica Cucina Italiana nel Cuore della Città

Hostaria da Franz was founded in the late 19th century by Austrian soldier Franz Habeler, who transformed a former rope shop into a restaurant serving fish and wine sourced from local farmers and fishermen. The Gasparini family took over in 1984, maintaining the establishment's commitment to traditional Venetian cuisine. After nearly 30 years in the Biennale area, the restaurant relocated to the Arsenale district, closer to the city center but still away from typical tourist paths.

Nel cuore di Venezia, tra le calli e i canali che raccontano secoli di storia, si trova Hostaria da Franz, un locale che incarna l'essenza della tradizione culinaria veneziana. Fondato alla fine del XIX secolo, il ristorante ha una storia ricca e affascinante che risale ai tempi di un'epoca di grandi cambiamenti e di profonda cultura locale.

Dine In

Restroom

Reservable

Serves Beer

Serves Wine

Serves Lunch

Serves Dinner

Serves Dessert

Serves Cocktails

Hostaria da Franz is a genteel, old-fashioned restaurant in Venice, offering a range of traditional seafood and meat dishes. It invites guests to savor authentic Italian cuisine in a charming setting along Salizada S. Antonin.

Hostaria da Franz

A curated selection of the day's freshest offerings, presented in a tasting menu format.

Fish of the day carpaccio in green tomatoes gazpacho

Barena (different local clams on black garlic potato cream with lagoon herb sponge)

Squid ravioli in sea bream dashi

Lackered grilled Monk fish with black cabbage from Sant’Erasmo

Caffelatte e biscotti (Coffee sorbet with biscuit cream and milk foam)

The Tasting Menu

Hostaria da Franz - Venice's refined seafood experience 

Nestled in the heart of Venice, Hostaria da Franz offers a sophisticated culinary journey that celebrates the freshest local seafood and traditional Venetian flavors with a modern twist. Renowned for its meticulous ingredient sourcing and passionate execution, this family-run gem crafts an unforgettable dining experience that enchants both locals and travelers seeking authentic Venetian cuisine.

Begin your meal with a selection of vibrant starters designed to showcase the bounty of Venice’s lagoon and sea. The Fish of the day carpaccio is served delicately in a refreshing green tomatoes gazpacho, blending freshness with subtle acidity. For an earthy and aromatic treat, savor the Barena featuring local clams on a luscious black garlic potato cream complemented by a unique lagoon herb sponge. Another standout is the Squid ravioli nestled in a flavorful sea bream dashi, offering a harmonious balance of textures and coastal flavors.

Hostaria da Franz takes great pride in its main dishes, particularly those highlighting exquisite seafood. The lacquered grilled Monk fish is a signature plate, paired perfectly with black cabbage from Sant’Erasmo, reflecting the restaurant’s commitment to regional produce and sophisticated flavor combinations. Each main is thoughtfully prepared to offer a deeply satisfying and authentic Venetian dining experience.

Indulge in the inventive Caffelatte e biscotti dessert, which artfully combines coffee sorbet with biscuit cream and a delicate milk foam. This dessert perfectly encapsulates the restaurant’s approach — classic Venetian flavors delivered with elegance and a contemporary flair.

Beverages and specials to complement your meal

Hostaria da Franz offers a carefully curated wine list featuring premier selections from Veneto and Friuli, including coveted red vintages for discerning palates. The bar also serves expertly crafted cocktails and traditional Venetian digestives to complete your dining experience. While the menu specializes in seafood and meat dishes, the restaurant’s passion for pairing quality food with excellent drinks shines through every offering.

 - Fish of the day carpaccio in green tomatoes gazpacho, Barena (local clams on black garlic potato cream with lagoon herb sponge), Squid ravioli in sea bream dashi.

 - Lacquered grilled Monk fish with black cabbage from Sant’Erasmo.

 - Caffelatte e biscotti: coffee sorbet with biscuit cream and milk foam.

 - An elegant selection of Veneto and Friuli wines, Italian red vintages, classic cocktails, and Venetian digestives.

Scopri i sapori autentici di Venezia alla Hostaria da Franz: un ristorante vibrante con deliziose specialità locali. Prenota ora e immergiti nel gusto!

Hostaria da Franz a Venezia – Cucina Veneziana Autentica

Metropolitan City of Venice

Fresh, locally sourced seafood prepared in traditional Venetian styles.

Seafood specialties

Pasta dishes crafted in-house, offering authentic Venetian flavors.

Homemade pasta

A curated selection of Italian wines, including rare and collectible labels.

Extensive wine list

Outdoor seating along the canal, providing a picturesque dining experience.

Alfresco dining

Hostaria da Franz a Venezia: un'esperienza culinaria autentica e indimenticabile.

Hostaria da Franz: un'esperienza autentica a Venezia.

Situata nel cuore di Venezia, Hostaria da Franz è il luogo ideale per chi desidera immergersi nella vera cucina veneziana, offrendo un'atmosfera intima e romantica che rende ogni pasto speciale.

Il ristorante si distingue per i suoi piatti di pesce eccezionali e per una vasta selezione di vini italiani, tra cui molte etichette rare che arricchiscono ogni esperienza gastronomica.

Inoltre, il menu non è stampato, ma viene presentato verbalmente, il che richiede attenzione e può risultare meno pratico per alcuni clienti.

Nonostante le sue molte qualità, ci sono alcuni aspetti da considerare prima di visitare Hostaria da Franz. La capacità del locale è limitata, il che potrebbe comportare tempi di attesa o difficoltà nel trovare un tavolo durante le ore di punta.

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