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Nestled in the heart of Venice at Piazza San Marco, Canova Restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience featuring upscale seasonal Venetian cuisine. Chef Gennaro Balice crafts a menu that highlights the freshest local ingredients with refined culinary artistry, perfect for discerning food lovers seeking authentic Italian flavors with a modern twist.
Starters
Begin your meal with a selection of refined starters that showcase the rich bounty of the Venetian lagoon and the surrounding countryside.
- Crudo di pesce featuring nine types of fresh fish with their garnishes, delivering a vibrant and delicate taste of the sea.
- Scampi alla plancia, vol-au-vent farcito di tartare di fungo cardoncello – grilled scampi paired with a delicate cardoncello mushroom tartare inside a vol-au-vent, complemented by Asiago fondue, white tuile, and swiss chard for a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.
- Scaloppina di rombo scottato con funghi pioppini , a seared turbot scallop served alongside pioppini and chanterelle mushrooms, chestnut puree, and finished with a unique strawberry grape sauce that surprises the palate.
- Quaglia arrostita, zucca glassata al miele , roasted quail with honey-glazed pumpkin, walnut foam, and aromatic black truffle, delivering an earthy and luxurious start to your meal.
- Salamino di foie gras fatto in casa – homemade foie gras salami paired with raisins, walnuts, and mustard accompaniments of pumpkin and radish, a refined delicacy that melds sweetness and spice.
Main Courses
For the main course, indulge in dishes that reflect Venetian culinary traditions enriched with luxurious ingredients and impeccable technique.
- Agnello farcito di tartufo nero e foie gras , lamb stuffed with black truffle and foie gras, served with turnip tops and a delicate champignon mushroom pastry, offering a rich, earthy centerpiece that embodies decadence.
Experience the Canova Difference
Every plate at Canova is a masterpiece of Venetian-inspired cuisine, served in the regal dining room of the luxurious Luna Hotel Baglioni. Guests praise the attentive service and elegant ambiance that perfectly complements the exquisite flavors of the seasonally curated menu.
Beverages and Desserts
Complete your dining journey with a selection of fine wines, carefully chosen cocktails, and indulgent desserts that celebrate the sweet side of Venetian gastronomy. Canova also offers an inviting outdoor seating area, perfect for savoring your meal in the enchanting atmosphere of Venice's iconic Piazza San Marco.
