Venetian rockers Biondo & Pido of black metal surf band, Destroy All Gondolas, share their favorite cicchetti spots, restaurants, bars & more in Italy’s magical floating city. Map should appear at the end of the page but can also be accessed here.
DO
- Escape the crowds and explore Venice’s rich history, culture, and architecture by getting lost in less touristy neighborhoods like Castello and Cannaregio.
EAT
- Fresh, local seafood prepared the traditional Venetian way at Corte Sconta
- Modern Venetian fare at Osteria Anice Stellato, which also has a fine selection of natural wines
- Pasta with ragu and other Venetian classics with locals at Trattoria da’a Marisa
- Cicchetti (small savory bites) before lunch or dinner at bars and cafés such as Antica Osteria Ruga Rialto (aka La Botte) and Cantine del Vino già Schiavi (aka Bottegon)
- Gelato with panna (whipped cream) at Gelateria Nico, doling out scoops since 1937
SHOP
ROCK & ROLL
- Profondo Rosso (aka Fifo)
DRINK
- Profondo Rosso (aka Fifo), Venice’s CBGB
- Mezzopieno
- Rifondazione Comunista (aka Il Partito) communist bar
- Caffe Rosso (DJ sets on Friday nights)
-
Milan Bar
FEATURED BAND PERFORMANCES (in order of appearance)
The Okmoniks at We’re Loud Fest Venezia
Rolando Bruno at We’re Loud Fest Venezia
Destroy All Gondolas at We’re Loud Fest Venezia
The Anomalys at We’re Loud Fest Venezia
Destroy All Gondolas at Hemlock Tavern
The Dirtiest at We’re Loud Fest Venezia
Mr. Wob & the Canes at Laboratorio Occupato Morion
Destroy All Gondolas at Laboratorio Occupato Morion (courtesy of Elena Bonotto)
