Dama Restaurant

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Dama Restaurant Venice | Modern Cuisine in Cannaregio, Mestre

Dama Restaurant

At Dama Restaurant, the kitchen draws on two distinctly Venetian threads: the bounty of the lagoon and the city’s historic role as a crossroads of global trade. Spices—silent witnesses to centuries of maritime commerce—are woven into dishes that also highlight local fish and seasonal vegetables. The result is modern cuisine that feels both rooted and exploratory, a reflection of Venice itself.

Located within the neoclassical 16th-century palazzo of Hotel Ca’ Bonfadini, Dama overlooks the Cannaregio Canal. The setting is elegant but unhurried, with frescoed halls and stuccoed ceilings from the 18th and 19th centuries providing a quiet backdrop. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the bar or on the plateatico facing the canal, where daily Venetian life passes between water and land.

The restaurant is part of the I Palazzi Historic Experience Hotels group and has earned a Michelin Recommended distinction, a recognition that aligns with its thoughtful approach to ingredient sourcing and composition. The kitchen’s modern cuisine is expressed through a menu that changes with the seasons, making use of what the lagoon and nearby markets offer.

Whether for a full dinner or a lighter meal at the bar, Dama offers a refined yet welcoming experience in one of Venice’s most authentic quarters.