Sit-Down Dinner Included

Venice Evening Food Tour: Bites, Drinks & Sit-Down Dinner

★ 4.7 175 reviews

2 hours 30 minutes, free cancellation.

from $59 per person

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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Meeting point: Campiello de l'Anconeta (Teatro Italia)
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Included in the fare
Run by: The Tour Guy

Overview

This evening walk from The Tour Guy strings together nine tastings across four stops in Cannaregio and ends with a sit-down dinner in a Venetian square, followed by gelato near the Rialto bridge. The tour runs for 2.5 hours and caps the group at 12 travellers, which the operator describes as a semi-private experience. Along the way you get Prosecco, wine and cocktails, plus a short walking stretch along Strada Nova with an English-speaking guide.

The route starts at the former Teatro Italia in Campiello de l'Anconeta and works through a cantina, a restaurant stop for dinner, and a final gelato from a family-owned restaurant. Reviewers often mention the guides by name and describe them as friendly and knowledgeable, and several say the small groups made conversation easy. One recurring note in the reviews is that many tastings lean on seafood, particularly shellfish. Reviewers who do not eat seafood said other options were offered, so anyone with preferences should say so when booking.

Guide speaking to a small group beside market stalls near the Rialto bridge

It suits adults who want food, drinks and a bit of city history in one evening, and who are comfortable on their feet for a fair amount of walking. It is not wheelchair accessible, and the operator asks for moderate fitness. Anyone drinking must be 18 or older with ID, though soft drinks are offered.

Where this tour sits among 8 tours in Cicchetti And Bacaro Walks listed here (from-price per person, USD)

Sit-Down Dinner Included (this tour)$59
2-Hour Cicchetti, 10 Tastings$65
10 Tastings, 30-Minute Gondola$99
2.5-Hour Food and Spritz Walk$100
3-Hour Small-Group Tasting$101
Bacaro Walk, 3 Hours 30 Minutes$104.92
10 Tastings, 6 Wines$107.94
2-Hour Bacaro Walk$108.34

What's Included

Included

Expert English-speaking foodie guide
9 tastings across 4 stops
Prosecco, wine, and cocktails
Sit-down Venetian dinner in a beautiful square
Gelato from a family-owned restaurant
Short walking tour of Strada Nova
Semi private experience

Not Included

Guide tips

Itinerary

Meet at Ex Teatro ItaliaMeet your guide in front of the Teatro Italia in Campiello de l'Anconeta, Cannaregio, 10 minutes before the start. A representative holds a sign reading The Tour Guy.
Cantina Aziende AgricoleThe first stop lasts 30 minutes.
Strada Nova walkA 30-minute walk along Strada Nova. The guide shares food and city history between stops.
Campo Santi ApostoliA 20-minute stop at this square.
Antico Gatoleto Ristorante PizzeriaA 30-minute stop for the sit-down dinner in the square. One reviewer described the main course as a clam risotto.
Cannaregio strollA 10-minute walk through Cannaregio en route to the final stop.
Gelato and Ponte di RialtoThe tour concludes with artisanal gelato near Ponte di Rialto, after a short 5-minute stretch to the end point in Cannaregio near the bridge.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you decide whether this evening fits your plans and your appetite.

$59from, per person

2 hours 30 minutesduration

4.7across 175 guest reviews

12guests at most

Walking and pace. The listing asks for moderate physical fitness, and several reviewers warn there is a fair amount of walking. Expect to be on your feet for most of the 2.5 hours, with breaks at each food stop.
Seafood-heavy menu. Multiple reviews note that many tastings are seafood, and one reviewer mentioned the dinner included clam risotto. Reviewers who do not eat shellfish said alternatives were offered.
Group size. The maximum is 12 travellers, and reviewers repeatedly report smaller groups on the day, often around six or eight. Several said the smaller numbers made it easy to ask questions and chat with tour mates.
Alcohol and ID. Prosecco, wine and cocktails are included, and drinkers must be 18 or older under Italian law. Bring a government-issued ID if you plan to drink; soft drink alternatives exist.
Finding the start. One reviewer struggled to locate the meeting point, so allow time to find Campiello de l'Anconeta in Cannaregio. Arriving 10 minutes early, as the listing asks, gives you a buffer.
Allergies. The operator asks that you report food allergies or intolerances immediately after booking so vendors can plan menus. The listing also warns that some allergies cannot be accommodated on every occasion.

A plate of golden lagoon risotto beside a glass of white wine on a trattoria table

Common issues. One reviewer found the single-course dinner, a risotto, underwhelming for the price, and another reported a mismatch between the advertised number of stops and what ran on the day. The listing itself warns that stops, dishes and venues can change with the seasons or holiday closures. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, needs moderate fitness, and may be cancelled or rescheduled if a minimum number of travellers is not met. Guide tips are not included, and one reviewer had trouble finding the meeting point, so plan the route in advance.

Common Questions

Is Dinner Included On This Tour?

Yes. The price covers nine tastings across four stops, including a sit-down Venetian dinner in a square and gelato at the end. Prosecco, wine and cocktails are included too. Guide tips are the only stated exclusion.

Where Does The Tour Meet And End?

You meet a guide holding a The Tour Guy sign in front of the Teatro Italia in Campiello de l'Anconeta in Cannaregio, 10 minutes before the start. The tour ends in Cannaregio near the Ponte di Rialto, after the gelato stop. The listing does not state pickup, so check the booking page if you need transport to the start.

Can I Join If I Do Not Eat Seafood?

You can, but plan ahead. Several reviewers said much of the food is seafood, including shellfish-based dishes, and that alternatives were offered. Contact the operator as soon as you book so vendors can adjust the menu.

Is The Tour Suitable For Children Or Wheelchair Users?

The experience is designed for adults because it includes alcohol, and anyone drinking must be 18 or older with ID, though soft drinks are available. The listing states the tour is not wheelchair accessible and requires moderate physical fitness. It is near public transportation.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time, based on local Venice time. Later cancellations are not refunded, and changes inside 24 hours are not accepted. If the operator cancels because the minimum group size is not met, you are offered a different date, a different experience, or a full refund.

Do I Need To Pay The Venice Access Fee To Take This Tour?

It may return on set dates in a future year, and the amounts have not yet been published.