The restaurant Il Nuovo galeon is located in Castello district on Garibaldi Street, a local and animated avenue by a local market and stores. Close by, you can find the venues of the Biennale exposition, famous for its art, architecture, movie and theatre exhibitions.

A picture of Via Garibaldi, a few years ago.

Nuovo Galeon is a traditional and family-run restaurant, popular for the locals, with a stallage during summertime. The nautical interior is distinguished by the hull of the Bragozzo (a small fishing boat) realised by Crea, a famous rowing champion.

The interior of the restaurant.

The restaurant offers a sea food menu : Spider crab, sea salads, dried cod and daily fresh fish. All dishes are prepared as the original venetian recipes require.

Every day, you can taste, besides the proposal of the menu, some specialities created with the products avaialble in that season.

A good wine list and a friendly and polite service are two good reasons for you to spend a few hours here, off the beaten track and in a quiet spot.

Raw seafood starter. Not to be missed!

How to get:

Walking: From Saint Mark’s square, you can walk through Riva Degli Schavoni, along Saint Mark’s basin. Passing Hotel Bucintoro, cross the bridge and take left to Via Garibaldi.  The restaurant will be on the right side, after 300 meters.

By public transportation: You can reach the restaurant with few waterbus routes, and getting off at Arsenale (line 1 – 4.1 – 4.2)  or Giardini (line 1 – 2 – 4.1 – 4.2 – 5.1 – 5.2).

For information or reservations, do not hesitate to contact the reception. We will be pleased to organize your dinner.