Patisseries and Bakeries in Venice.

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Patisseries and Bakeries in Venice – Introduction. 

This guide, compiled by researching online websites, social media, and my own personal recommendations; will take you through a selection of the best establishments, in each of Venice’s six districts.

What unites them all is the exceptional quality their produce, which reflects tradition, craftsmanship, and pure indulgence. Venice is a particular haven for those with a sweet tooth. Its array of pastries, cakes and biscuits, is a delicious testament to its rich culinary history and its blend of cultural influences.

Establishments listed, range from the grand (and expensive) historic cafes of Piazza San Marco offering orchestral entertainment; to those smaller cafes/bars with outdoor seating; to the more humble outlets with a few internal tables or stand-up facilities only; and to those that are just for grab-and-go.

In addition to tourists, many thousands of people commute to the historic centre for work. Consequently, many establishments, have become popular spots for grabbing breakfast, including coffee and both sweet and savoury snacks.

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Pasticceria Dal Mas – Tempting treats galore! Listed below.

 

Here’s a selection of typically Venetian specialities, made for everyday eating, or produced for certain festivals and religious celebrations:

• Fritole: These are deep-fried doughnuts filled with raisins, pine nuts, and sometimes rum, traditionally enjoyed during Carnival.
• Castagnole: Small, deep-fried dough balls covered in sugar, typically made during Carnival.
• Baicoli: Crisp, sweet biscuits that are typically served with coffee or dipped in wine.
• Zaeti (or Zaleti): Cornmeal cookies with raisins, lightly flavored with lemon zest.
• Pan del Pescatore: A cake made with dried fruits and nuts, often enjoyed by fishermen.
• Pinza: A dense, sweet cake made with cornmeal, dried fruits, and spices.
• Bussolai: Ring-shaped cookies that are buttery and often flavored with lemon or vanilla.
• Pan dei Dogi: A rich cake filled with candied fruit and nuts, often enjoyed during festive occasions.
• Focaccia Veneziana: A sweet bread similar to panettone, but typically lighter and less fruity.
• Mandorlato: A type of nougat made with almonds, honey, and sugar.
• Galani: Crispy, thin, fried pastries dusted with powdered sugar, also known as chiacchiere or crostoli in other regions.
• Fugassa: A sweet, leavened cake that is typically enjoyed during Easter.
• Bussolà Burenelli: A type of biscuit that is often served during Christmas and other festive occasions.
• Beans of the Dead: A unique dessert made with beans, sugar, and spices, traditionally prepared for All Saints’ Day.
• Nadalin: A sweet bread that is similar to panettone, but less buttery and denser, often enjoyed during Christmas.
• Rissoi: Small fried pastries filled with cream or chocolate, often enjoyed during the Feast of the Redeemer.
• Biscotti di San Martino: Biscuits shaped like the figure of Saint Martin on horseback, decorated with icing and candies, enjoyed on St. Martin’s Day (November 11th).

 

Pasticceria Rosa Salva

Fresh desserts, pastries, and above all, the specialties cherished by Venetians and those who seek the most authentic and delicious traditions in Venice. A wide selection of savoury and tasty snacks accompany the renowned and famous tramezzini. Additionally, catering and banqueting services are available.

Location. Calle Fiubera – San Marco, 950, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy. 5 minutes due north of the Piazza San Marco

Opening times: Sunday: Closed. Monday – Saturday: 08:00–20:00

Tel: +39 041 521 0544

Website: http://www.rosasalva.it/   Email: [email protected]

Other sites: Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo – Castello, 6779 and Campo San Salvador – San Marco, 4805.

Colussi Il Fornaio Ltd. (Emilio Colussi)

A family-owned bakery established in 1840, offering a variety of products including sandwich and specialty breads, pizzas and pies, cakes, tarts, as well as traditional Venetian and special occasion sweets and pastries.

Location. Calle S. Luca 4579, S. Marco, 30124 Venice – Italy.  Close to Campo San Luca, just 3 minutes south of Rialto “C” Vaporetto stop.

Opening times: Sunday: Closed. Mon – Sat: 7:30 -13:30 and 16:30 -19:00.

Tel shop: +39 041 847 6913

Website: https://www.emiliocolussi-venezia.it/

Pasticceria Marchini Time

A popular confectionery serving chocolates, savouries, delightful pastries and baked goodies, their products are fresh and delicious. Their artisanal chocolates are special and you can even feast on their snacks and pizzas, while shopping for sweet treats.

Location. Campo San Luca, Sestiere San Marco, 4589 – 30124 Venic

Opening Times. Sunday. 08:00 – 20:00. Monday – Saturday: 07:30 – 20:00

Tel. +39 041 241 3087

Email: [email protected]

Caffe Florian.

Immerse yourself in the historical charm of one of Italy’s oldest cafes, established in 1720. Delight in exquisite pastries and aromatic coffees while enjoying live music from their own orchestra. Savor the elegant decor, adorned with ornate frescoes and gilded salons. Though expensive, it is a unique experience for its ambience and people watching.

Location. Piazza San Marco, 57, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy.  Situated under the colonnade of the Procuratie Nuove.

Opening Times. Sunday: 09:00–20:00  Monday – Thursday: 09:00–20:00  Friday – Saturday:: 09:00–23:00

Website.  Souvenir di Venezia Online – Shop Caffè Florian

Tel. +39 041 520 5641

NOTE: Read my fascinating post linked at bottom of page, that combines the story of this famous establishment in St Mark’s Square; with a comprehensive history of coffee.

• Introduction of Coffee into Italy
• History of the Caffe Florian
• Origins and History of Coffee (Origins of the word Coffee – General History of Coffee – Main types of coffee beans commercially grown

Grand Caffè Lavena

Nestled at the foot of the Clock Tower, in front of the Basilica, Caffé Lavena has been one of Venice’s most renowned coffee boutiques since 1750. The Cafè of Wagner, and other significant musicians and writers. Relax at one of the tables in front of the magnificent St. Mark’s Basilica.

Location. St. Mark’s Square 133/134, 30124 Venice

Tel: +39 041 522 4070

E-mail: [email protected]

Home – Caffè Lavena

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Castello District – Patisseries and Bakeries in Venice.

 

Majer Via Garibaldi.

The cafe provides a perfect setting for breakfast or lunch, with outdoor seating to enjoy the sunshine. The friendly staff adds to the welcoming ambiance of this local gem. Visitors can enjoy delicious coffee, pastries, and savoury dishes while taking in the local atmosphere.

Location. Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 1591, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy.  Close to the Arsenale “A” Vaporetto stop and wonderful Giardini (garden) spaces.

Opening Times. Sunday: 07:30–20:00  Monday – Fri: 07:00–20:00  Saturday: 07:00–21:00

Tel. +39 041 241 3663

Websites.   MAJER Venezia – Coffe Bar, Pastry, Bistrot, Gourmet Food and Restaurant

NOTE: Many sites across Venice – check above website for details and opening times.

Pasticceria Alla Bragora.

A local bakery in Venice,  provides a fast and friendly service, offering authentic Italian breakfast options. This family-run establishment prepares a wide selection of fresh pastries every morning.

Location. Salizada S. Antonin, 3604, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy. Just north-east of the San Zaccaria (Pieta) Vaporetto stop, about 5 minutes’ walk due north, along the Rio de la Pieta.

Opening Times. Sunday – Saturday  07:00–20:00

Tel: +39 041 639 3527

 Pasticceria Da Bonifacio.

Pasticceria Bonifacio is a small pastry shop located just two minutes from the Doges Palace in Calle degli Albanesi. Despite its unassuming appearance from the outside, this establishment is a favourite among locals and visitors alike. The tiny space inside is often packed with patrons enjoying superb pastries and coffee at the bar counter. The shop offers a variety of savoury treats, including small pizzas with options like brie cheese and zucchini or radicchio.

Location. Calle degli Albanesi, 4217, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy. Three minutes either, due east of the St Mark’s Basilica or, at the top of the Rio dei Albanosi that runs north from the San Zaccaria (Danielli) Vaporetto stop on the Riva degli Schiavoni

Opening Times. Thursday: Closed.  Sunday: 06:00–16:00  Monday,- Saturday: 06:00–17:30

Tel. +39 041 522 7507

Bar Pasticceria di Chiusso

A local favourite, Pierino and Maria Chiusso’s shop, is especially known for its delicious breakfast pastries. The couple is also known for their unique character and talent, for making delicious pastries.

Location. Salizzada dei Greci, 3306, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy.  Just north-east of the San Zaccaria (Pieta) Vaporetto stop, about 7 minutes’ walk along the Rio de la Pieta and next to the first bridge across the canal.

Opening Times. Wednesday: Closed.  Sunday – Saturday: 07:00–20:00

Tel. +39 041 523 1611

Above: Bar Pasticceria di Chiusso

Pasticceria Rosa Salva

A renowned patisserie located in the Castello district of Venice. This historic bakery has been delighting locals and visitors alike with its exquisite pastries and confections since 1879. Known for its elegant pastries, including pistachio cream puffs and traditional Venetian sweets. It’s a perfect spot to enjoy a delicious treat while soaking in the rich history and vibrant atmosphere of the Castello district. Note: also a branch in San Marco listed above.

Location. Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo, Castello 6779, Venice. nearest vaporetto stations are the Ospedale (10mins) and Rialto (15 mins)

Opening Times. Every day 8.00. – 20.00

Tel. +39 041-5227949

Website. https://www.rosasalva.it/en/

Farini Venezia

Fresh food all day. Starting in the early morning they serve everything from breakfasts, fresh pastries and pizza; to salads and brunch dishes. Especially noted for their superb pizzas, made with the finest and freshest Italian ingredients on location.

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Dorsoduro district (including Guidecca)

 

Pasticceria Tonolo

Tonolo’s patisserie is an unassuming establishment, specializing in pastries, baked treats, cakes, and coffee. The bakery is predominantly frequented by students, due to its proximity to Ca’ Foscari University. However, its rich and delicious desserts are worth seeking out regardless of the time of year. It is highly recommended to visit during Carnival in Venice, as they offer some of the best fritters around.

Location. Calle S. Pantalon, 3764, 30123 Venezia, Italy. Close to St Pantalon Church and St Toma A, vaporetto station.

Opening Times. Monday: Closed.  Sunday – Saturday: 07.30 – 19.00

Tel. +39 041 523 7209

Pasticceria Toletta

A well-known establishment renowned for its exceptional coffee and delectable Italian pastries at a fair price. Although often crowded, the service remains friendly, and the pastries are both visually appealing and flavourful. The cafe features a variety of traditional sweets, freshly squeezed orange juice, and an impressive selection of treats. It is a small yet highly recommended venue where locals stop by for their morning coffee and takeaway pastries.

Location. Ponte de le Maravegie, 1192, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy.  About 10 minutes walk from either Accademia or Ca Rezzonico Vaporetto stations.

Opening Times. Sunday: 08:00–19:30  Monday – Friday: 07:30–19:30  Saturday: 08:00–19:30

Tel. +39 041 522 7451

Dal Nono Colussi

Located in the Dorsoduro district of Venice, is a renowned bakery that has been operating since the 1950s and is still managed by the same family. Try their traditional sweets such as award-winning fugassa and delicious krapfen, made fresh daily, or some of their newer newer creations like sweet lactose-free olive-oil cookies, gluten free chocolate mini-cakes, or one of many homemade jams.

Location. Calle Lunga S. Barnaba, 2867A, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy

Opening Times. Sunday-Monday: Closed.  Tuesday – Saturday: 15:00–18:00

Website. https://dalnonocolussi.com      [email protected]

Tel. +39 041 523 1871

MAJER Giudecca

A charming cafe and restaurant located in the Dorsoduro sestiere of Venice, along the picturesque Giudecca canal; with fabulous views. Visitors can indulge in delicious pastries while taking in the bustling local atmosphere. It is praised for its high-quality food, harmonious dishes, and superb service.

Location. Fondamenta Sant’Eufemia, 461, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy.  Close to the Guidecca Palanca “B” Vaporetto station.

Opening Times. Sunday: 08:00–22:00  Monday-Saturday: 07:00–22:00

Tel. +39 041 406 3898      Email. [email protected]

Website.  MAJER Venezia – Coffe Bar, Pastry, Bistrot, Gourmet Food and Restaurant

Many sites across Venice – check above website for details and opening times.

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San Polo District

 

Dolce Vita – Pasticceria

Outstanding selection of cakes and pastries with friendly and welcoming staff.  Limited seating, but very popular with both locals and visitors.

Location. Ruga Spezier 378, San Polo – 30125 Venice, Italy. From the Rialto vaporetto station, cross the bridge and 3 minutes walk. Close to the main markets.

Opening Times. Sunday closed. Monday – Saturday: 07:15 – 19:15

Tel: +39 041 522 8380

Pasticceria Rizzardini

Historic bakery and a popular spot – not to be missed for pastries and coffee, especially in the morning. Eat in or grab-and-go

Location. Campiello dei Meloni, 1415, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy.  A few minutes east of Campo San Polo and 6 minutes from San Silvestro vaporetto statioon.

Opening Times. Tuesday: Closed.  Sunday: 08:00 – 19:30.  Monday – Saturday: 07:00 – 9:30

Tel:+39 041 522 3835

Website. Facebook – Pasticceria-Rizzardini

Mauro El Forner de Canton

This bakery has been serving Venetians for almost eighty years with high-quality bread and pastries. Recommended.

Location. Ruga Vecchia San Giovanni, Sestiere San Polo, 603,  30125 Venice, Italy. 3 minutes to the west of the main markets; from either Rialto or Rialto Mercato vaporetto stations.

Opening Times. Sunday closed.  Monday – Saturday:  08 – 19.30.

Tel: +39 041 523 1608

Website.  Mauro El Forner de Canton

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San Croce District

 

Panificio Albonico

A local favorite in Venice, known for its delicious pastries and bread. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, with a strong sense of community. This bakery is highly recommended for those looking to experience authentic Venetian pastries, away from the main tourist areas. Around 6 minutes due south of San Stae vaporetto station.

(Note. You may find that some posts list this panificio in San Polo – it may be right on the boundary. But my searches including AI, list this place in San Croce.)

Location. Sotoportego de Siora Bettina, Calle Regina, 2268/B, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy.

Opening Times. Sunday: Closed. Monday – Saturday: 07:30–19:30

Tel: +39 041 524 1102

Pasticceria Rio Marin

More than just a pastry shop, it offering a delightful array of Italian sweets and savoury breakfast options. Locals and visitors mingle at the few tables or stand by the bar to savour their excellent coffee. Recommended.

Location. Fondamenta Rio Marin, San Croce 784, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy. Around 5 minute south of the Riva de Blasio vaporetto station on the Rio Marin. Outside tables.

Opening Times. Wednesday: Closed.  Sunday: 07:30–19:00.  Monday – Saturday: 07:30–19:00

Tel: +39 041 718523

Pasticceria Rio Marin | Venice | Facebook

Panaficio Barozzi

A popular bakery in the area, known for its fresh bread and pastries. about 5 mins from the Piazzale Roma or 6 mins north-west from the San Toma vaporetto station.

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Cannaregio District

 

Panificio Giovanni Volpe

A bakery situated in the Ghetto Vecchio area of Venice, for over 50 years. The store offers a wide variety of cookies, bread, meat, cheese, drinks, and wines. Most of the products are kosher, adhering to Jewish rules and traditions.

Location. Calle del Ghetto Vecchio, Cannaregio, 1143 Venice, Italy

Tel. +39 041 715178

Website. http://www.panificiovolpegiovanni.com

Panificio Crosera.

A very popular bakery for all sweet treats and particularly recommended for cookies, especially for buranelli, pan del doge, cantuccini and zaletti. 5 minutes from Rialto or Ca d’Oro vaporetto stations.

Location. Salizada S. Canzian,  Cannaregio 5935, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy.

Opening Times. Sunday Closed. Monday – Saturday: 07:00 – 13:30 and 16:00 – 20:00.

Tel. +39 041 522 4273

Pasticceria Dal Mas

Conveniently, a couple of minutes due east of the the Santa Lucia train station, on the main thoroughfare towards the Rialto; this very popular cafe-patisserie, is known for its classic Italian pastries and its chocolates.

Opening Times. Saturday – Sunday 7.00 – 19.30. Monday – Friday 6.30 – 119.30

Location. Rio Terà Lista de Spagna, Cannaregio 149/150 – 30121 Venice

Tel. +39 041 715101

Website.    www.dalmaspasticceria.it

Panafio Pasticceria Baldin Romina

Just a short walk east from the Santa Lucia Train Station, making it a favourite bakery for both tourists and work commuters, using the Santa Lucia train station. Specialties include cookies like zaletti, biscotti veneziani, essi and frosting covered cookies for children. Busy for morning trade.

Location. Fondamenta De Cannaregio, Sestiere Cannaregio, 1291, 30121 Venice Italy. Located just to the north of the bridge over the Canal di Cannaregio, on the main thoroughfare to the Rialto, and close to the Guglia vaporetto station.

Opening Times. Closed Sunday. Monday-Saturday 6:30 – 19:30.

Tel.  +39 041 715773

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Here’s a celebratory poem, incorporating some of my recommended outlets.

In Venice, where canals weave dreams,
Patisseries and bakeries gleam.
From San Marco to Santa Croce’s heart,
Each one a masterpiece, a work of art.

Pasticceria Tonolo, with its sweet delight,
Cream puffs and frittelle, a heavenly bite.
Rizzardini’s charm, a quaint little place,
Where pastries and cakes bring smiles to each face.

Rio Marin’s pastries, a sugary dream,
Mauro El Forner, with bread supreme.
Barozzi’s bakery, a local’s delight,
Bonifacio’s sweets, a pure delight.

Majer’s baked goods, a feast for the eyes,
In Venice, each bakery, a sweet surprise.
So wander the streets, let your taste buds explore,
In Venice, the patisseries, you’ll adore.

Each bite a memory, each taste a song,
In Venice’s bakeries, you can’t go wrong.
So savour the flavours, the sweet and the fine,
In Venice, the patisseries, a taste so divine.

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Links (internal)

Venice District & Attractions. Discover Venice with the my comprehensive guides to all six districts and main “must-see” attractions.

Introduction – Districts and Attractions

Cannaregio – District and Attractions

Castello – District and Attractions

Dorsoduro – District and Attractions

San Croce – District and Attractions

San Marco – District and Attractions

San Polo – District and Attractions

This post covers the traditional cuisine of the Veneto, its wine districts and most popular drinks. The area is divided into seven regions namely: Venezia (Venice), Belluno, Roviga, Treviso, Padua, Verona and Vincenza.  Cuisine of the Veneto

Everything you need to know about the Vaporetto public transport system in just one post.  Venice Vaporetto Guide

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