Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
Discover Osteria Al Portego, a cozy Venetian spot offering traditional cicchetti, regional wines, and a casual dining experience in Venice, Italy.
4.3 / 5
Guest rating
2,592
Reviews
Restaurant
Cuisine
Metropolitan City of Venice
City
€10–30
Price level
Closes at 10:00 PM
Osteria Al Portego is a quaint Venetian restaurant located on Calle de la Malvasia in Venice, Italy. This cozy wine bar is popular for its traditional cicchetti, small plates typically enjoyed with a glass of regional wine. The venue offers a casual and inviting atmosphere suited for both solo diners and groups.
The menu features a range of Venetian specialties, including seafood pasta, fritto misto, and salt cod dishes alongside an extensive wine list. Visitors typically spend between 30 minutes to 2 hours here, enjoying lunch or dinner with options for both indoor and outdoor seating. Reservations are recommended, especially for lunch and dinner.
Signature dishes, shareable plates, and the items regulars keep coming back for.
Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at Osteria Al Portego.
When Osteria Al Portego is open during the week.
Closes at 10:00 PM
Central Metropolitan City of Venice, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.
A look at the food, the dining room, drinks, and the exterior of Osteria Al Portego.
What recent guests say after dining at Osteria Al Portego.
Based on 2,592 guest reviews
SUZIE Q
Jun 22, 2026"This is one of those cafes you HAVE to go to! They served meals at certain hours. If you miss it, they still have snacks and stuff you can get. The staff were really cool. He was telling us about the place, blasting music on Alexa, and singing a long. The food was delicious!"
Zachary Goodchild
Jun 16, 2026"Lovely and cozy atmosphere. We had a wonderful server who was very kind. Food was excellent!"
James Topping
Apr 30, 2026"On a back street this is a great stop on the Venice Bacaro tour. A good selection to choose from and they serve local wine. I really enjoyed the squid"
Akınalp Fidan
Apr 13, 2026"We had our first dinner there. Small but lovely place. If you are looking for just some drinks its okay too, you can just grab your drinks and go outside. We had some fried seafood and pasta and they were amazing. We loved it, definitely top 3 dinner in our trip."
Common questions about visiting Osteria Al Portego.
Yes, outdoor seating is available along with counter and indoor table service options.
Reservations are accepted and recommended for lunch and dinner, especially during busy times.
The menu includes Venetian small plates (cicchetti), seafood pasta, vegetarian options, and a variety of regional wines and cocktails.
The restaurant has wheelchair accessible seating but no accessible parking lot.
Delivery service is not available; however, takeout and dine-in are offered.
Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted at this location.
Parking options are available nearby, though specific parking lot accessibility varies.
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, historic, and trendy, attracting both tourists and local visitors.
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