Al Covo

"Al Covo does offer one of the few truly fine meals in the lagoon city."

"Well-crafted dishes like house-made gnocchi with baby calamari and spider crab." Full review

"This hidden gem tucked away behind the Arsenale boat stop is run by husband and wife team Cesare and Diane Benelli."

"Though Al Covo is hidden in an alley behind the riva degli Schiavoni, it's very much on the international gourmet map." Full review

"Located in a backwater to the east of Campo Bandiera e Moro, the serious-minded Covo is one of Venice’s foodie havens."

"For years, Diane and Cesare Binelli's Al Covo has set the standard of excellence for traditional, refined Venetian cuisine." Full review

"Owned and operated by chef Cesare Benelli and his American wife, Diane (who handles desserts), this civilized gourmet refuge is a foodie treat." Full review

"It features two cozy dining rooms adorned with art, but it’s the food that takes center stage here: fresh fish from the lagoon or the Adriatic, fruits and vegetables from local farms" Full review

"For years Diane Rankin and Cesare Benelli have dedicated themselves to the preservation of heritage products and lagoon recipes, which has placed them firmly on the gourmet map." Full review

"This rustically elegant restaurant is close to the Riva degli Schiavoni and is much frequented by tourists." Full review