Impronta restaurant venice menu overview - a culinary journey through venetian flavors and innovative dishes.
Nestled in the heart of Venice's Sestiere Dorsoduro, Impronta Restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience that perfectly blends traditional Venetian cuisine with contemporary culinary artistry. The menu showcases a vibrant selection of dishes crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients, each plate telling its own flavorful story. Whether you are a foodie craving authentic seafood or a traveler seeking refined Italian flavors, Impronta’s diverse offerings promise to delight your palate.
starters - fresh and inventive openings to your meal
Begin your culinary journey with an array of starters that highlight the rich flavors of the sea and the bounty of the Veneto region. Impronta’s starters balance tradition and innovation beautifully:
- Chef's mixed 'Impronta' appetizer: a curated selection of exquisite assorted appetizers that set the tone for a memorable meal.
- Marinated salmon with sweet and sour sauce and fried courgettes: a delicate balance of fresh salmon paired with a vibrant sweet and sour sauce, complemented by crispy courgettes.
- Tuna tartare with crunchy vegetables, ginger and stracciatella burrata soft cheese: freshly diced tuna harmonized with crisp vegetables, a hint of ginger, and the creamy softness of stracciatella burrata cheese.
- Purée of dried cod with saor, sponcio polenta and bacon: a rich and tangy purée made from dried cod enhanced with traditional saor marination, served alongside sponcio polenta and crispy bacon.
- Beef tartare with rosti potato and fresh goat's cheese with thyme: lean, finely chopped beef tartare served with crispy rosti potatoes and creamy goat’s cheese infused with fragrant thyme.
- Roast beef carpaccio, rocket pesto and parmesan sauce: thinly sliced roast beef dressed with vibrant rocket pesto and a rich parmesan sauce for a sophisticated start.
- Burrata fresh cheese, cherry tomatoes and celery: pillowy burrata cheese paired with juicy cherry tomatoes and refreshing celery, creating a light and satisfying starter.
mains - masterful dishes that celebrate venetian and italian traditions
The main courses at Impronta Restaurant Venice are a heartfelt tribute to the sea and land of Italy, featuring vibrant pastas, seafood specialties, and hearty meat dishes. Each main offers a unique blend of textures and flavors:
- Baked sea bass, vegetables julienne and celeriac cream: perfectly baked sea bass served with delicately julienned vegetables and a silky celeriac cream that enhances every bite.
- Thin tagliatelle, garlic, oil, chilli pepper, black cuttlefish and parmesan saffron sauce: a delicate pasta dish combining thin tagliatelle with aromatic garlic, spicy chilli, black cuttlefish ink, and a luxurious parmesan saffron sauce.
- Orange potato gnocchi with duck ragu and spinach smoothie: pillowy gnocchi made from vibrant orange potatoes, paired with a rich duck ragu and a smooth spinach purée for balance.
- Black noodles with seafood sauce with basil pesto, tomatoes sauce and almonds: striking black noodles tossed in a flavorful seafood sauce complemented by fresh basil pesto, rich tomato sauce, and crunchy almonds.
- Veal cheek with Jerusalem artichokes mousse and chicory: tender veal cheek paired with a creamy Jerusalem artichokes mousse and slightly bitter chicory for complexity.
- Mixed fried fish with tempura vegetables: a crispy medley of fried fish served alongside delicate tempura vegetables for a satisfying textural contrast.
- Seabream, stew of cherry tomatoes, capers, olives and polenta sauce: fresh seabream accompanied by a hearty stew of cherry tomatoes, capers, and olives, enriched with creamy polenta sauce.
- Larded beef fillet and garden vegetables: succulent beef fillet enhanced with larding to preserve juiciness, served with a vibrant selection of garden-fresh vegetables.
desserts - sweet finales to complete your dining experience
No Venetian meal is complete without indulging in a decadent dessert. Impronta’s sweet offerings are crafted to provide a perfect ending with a mix of traditional and contemporary delights:
- Tiramisù with its ice cream: the classic Italian coffee-flavored dessert paired with creamy ice cream for a luscious finish.
- Hot chocolate cake with baked bananas and ice cream: a rich, moist chocolate cake served warm with caramelized bananas and a scoop of ice cream.
- Crepes with fresh fruits flambé with Grand Marnier and ice cream: delicate crepes topped with seasonal fresh fruits, flambéed with Grand Marnier, accompanied by ice cream.
- Cream pudding with wild berries: a smooth and creamy pudding accented with the tartness and color of wild berries.
- Carpaccio d’ananas con salsa allo zenzero: fresh pineapple carpaccio drizzled with a zesty ginger sauce for a refreshing and light dessert.
drinks and specials - complement your meal with curated beverages and seasonal highlights
Impronta Restaurant also offers a sophisticated selection of wines, cocktails, and coffee to perfectly accompany your meal. Whether you prefer a crisp Venetian white, a bold red, or a refreshing cocktail, the expert staff are ready to guide your choice.
Seasonal specials and creative twists on classic dishes frequently appear on the menu, reflecting the chef’s passion for innovation and respect for local flavors. Guests can expect delightful surprises that celebrate the best of Italy’s culinary landscape in a contemporary setting.