A terrace right on the water
Our open-air terrace stretches along Riva del Vin, the historic wine landing of Venice. Tables are shaded by awnings and lit by lanterns in the evening — an intimate dinner one metre from the Grand Canal.
Grand Canal Restaurant in Venice
Terrazza Sommariva is one of the few Venetian restaurants with tables directly on the Grand Canal, on Riva del Vin, a few steps from the Rialto Bridge. For forty years we have served Venetian seafood with one of the city's most iconic views: gondolas, vaporetti and historic palazzi gliding by within arm's reach.
Venetian seafood cooking
Daily catch from the Rialto fish market, handmade pasta such as lobster tagliatelle and spaghetti with vongole veraci, mixed Adriatic fry, baccalà mantecato and seafood risotti. Honest, local cooking that lets the ingredient speak.
When to book
Canal-view tables go fast, especially around sunset. We recommend booking 2-3 days ahead at weekends and during high season (March-October). Sunset dinner around 7:30 pm is the most magical slot.
How to find us
We are at Riva del Vin 731, on the San Polo side of the canal. 12 min on foot from Santa Lucia station, 2 min from the Rialto Bridge. Closest vaporetto stop: Rialto Mercato (lines 1 and 2), 100 m away.
Book a Grand Canal table
Frequently asked questions
- Can I reserve a canal-side table?
- Yes — please add your preference in the booking notes. We will do our best to seat you on the terrace with a Grand Canal view, subject to availability.
- Best time for the view?
- Sunset (7:00-8:30 pm depending on season) gives the warmest light on the Rialto Bridge. Lunch (12:30-2:30 pm) offers bright, photo-friendly daylight.
- Do you offer a set menu?
- We have a seafood tasting menu and a full à la carte. Prices in euros, cover charge €2.50. Allergen information available on request.
How to find us
Riva del Vin, 731 — 30125 Venezia VE