The Best Local Bars in Venice

Looking to explore Venice’s lively bar scene? From cozy cafes to trendy bars, our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Check out Oriental Bar Metropole for luxury cocktails in an elegant setting, or enjoy an aperitivo by the canal at MQ10. Discover these and many more local gems for a memorable evening in the city!

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MQ10

Canal side aperitivo!

"MQ10" Venice is among my favorite locales that I would highly recommend to enjoy the sun by a canal side for an aperitivo; a spot with delicious treats!

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Coffee & tea

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Stacy

Gibboni

May 6, 2025

Da Luca e Fred

Discovolante (ufo) rules

"Da Luca e Fred" is a small Osteria just a few steps away from the Railway Station of Venice. I like going to this bar / restaurant for the Aperitif.

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Restaurants

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Annamaria

Bergamo

Apr 13, 2025

Magna Bevi Tasi

Eat, drink and be quiet

"Magna Bevi Tasi" is a typical Venice 'baccaro' where you can have an aperitif or drink. I like to sit outside on a nice sunny day, enjoying my spritz...

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Snacks

Annamaria

Bergamo

Apr 13, 2025

Campiello Remer

Between beauty and mystery

"Campiello Remer" in Venice is the best place to have an aperitivo in the center of the city. This beautiful place does have a spooky legend...

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Snacks

Annamaria

Bergamo

Apr 13, 2025

Birreria Forst

The best tramezzini of Venice!

"Birreria Forst" is a restaurant just behind Saint Mark's square in Venice. It's a historical, rustic locale. I like that gondoliers come here for breaks!

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Snacks

Annamaria

Bergamo

Apr 13, 2025

Gelateria La Mela Verde

Best ice cream

"Gelateria La Mela Verde" is my favorite spot in Venice when I want to have an ice cream. My mouth always starts watering the moment I set my foot inside!

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Snacks

Annamaria

Bergamo

Apr 13, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Venice

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Cecilia

Stacy

You?

Filippo

Gioele

Annamaria

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Cecilia

Stacy

You?

Filippo

Gioele

Annamaria

MQ10

Canal side aperitivo!

Stacy

Gibboni

Da Luca e Fred

Discovolante (ufo) rules

Annamaria

Bergamo

Magna Bevi Tasi

Eat, drink and be quiet

Annamaria

Bergamo

Campiello Remer

Between beauty and mystery

Annamaria

Bergamo

Birreria Forst

The best tramezzini of Venice!

Annamaria

Bergamo

Gelateria La Mela Verde

Best ice cream

Annamaria

Bergamo

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