Cantina Do Spade, Italian restaurant in San Polo district, Venice, Italy
Cantina Do Spade is an Italian restaurant in the San Polo district that serves traditional Venetian dishes featuring seafood, regional pasta, and locally sourced ingredients across its dining rooms. The kitchen focuses on fresh produce from the lagoon and surrounding areas.
The establishment was founded in 1448 and takes its name from a duel between noblemen that occurred nearby during medieval times. This episode shapes its identity to this day.
The restaurant keeps Venetian eating habits alive through its selection of cicchetti, small bites served bacaro-style, paired with local wines.
The restaurant is located near Rialto Bridge with seating available both indoors and in the immediate surrounding area. Staff are generally friendly and happy to help visitors navigate the menu offerings.
A concealed exit in one of the back dining rooms allowed frequent visitor Casanova to slip away unnoticed when his romantic escapades demanded secrecy. This escape route reflects the colorful history of the famous guest.
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