About this spot
Rio Frari is one of the best spots in Cannaregio, Venice. Skip the places with photos on the sidewalk — this is where locals actually eat.
💡 Tips before you go
- Coperto (cover charge) of 1-3€ is normal, not a scam
- You don't have to order all courses — a primo (pasta) alone is perfectly fine
- Dinner doesn't start until 20:00. Restaurants open earlier are usually tourist traps.
- Don't order cappuccino after 11am — espresso or macchiato instead
Menu9 items
Appetizers
Mixed cold cuts
Affettati misti
€11
Mixed salad
Insalata mista
€9
Sardines in saor
Sarde in saor
€12
Mains
Salmon fillet with potatoes and cherry tomatoes
Filetto di salmone con patate e pomodorini
€13
Spaghetti alla carbonara
€9
Spaghetti with cuttlefish ink
Spaghetti al nero di seppia
€11
Desserts
Fruit salad
Macedonia
€6
Tiramisu
Drinks
Ice coffee
€6
Common Questions
Where is Rio Frari?
It's in Cannaregio, Venice.
Do I need reservations?
Touristy areas: book or face a wait. Neighborhood trattorias: walk in. Remember dinner starts at 20:00.
About this page
Restaurant: Rio Frari
Cuisine: Restaurant
Location: Cannaregio, Venice, Italy
Source: Curated from local review platforms