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Venice, Italy
Francesco Santini
Chief Concierge: Hotel Gritti Palace

A Venice native, Chef Concierge Francesco Santini has worked at Hotel Gritti Palace since 1965.



Food & Drink Shopping Activities Outdoor
Best Restaurant
Do Forni.

This busy restaurant behind San Marco square serves all kinds of specialties. The fish is very, very fresh, and they have every kind of handmade pasta.

Best Romantic Restaurant
Da Ivo.

This trattoria along a narrow canal has just a handful of tables. Make sure to arrive by gondola and reserve a window seat.

Best Wine
Cantina di Vini gia Schiavi.

The low ceiling rafters and flickering lights at this old wine bar belie the high-end wine menu.

Best Bar for a Business Drink
Any cafe with outdoor seating in San Marco square.

It is so pleasant to be out there and take coffee, ice cream, and blinis. In the evening, there is a sea breeze.

Best Steak
Fiaschetteria Toscana.

The steak's just as good as the seafood, for which this former Tuscan wine storehouse is known. Save room for the zabaglione.

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