CICHETTI VENICE
AND BACARI:
WHAT YOU NEED
TO KNOW
Thinking about starting your Venice Italy food journey?
Don't miss our renowned Bacaro Cichetto Tour!
Join our guided explorations through hidden alleyways, learn about authentic local cuisine, and enjoy the best italian aperitif with Venetian cicchetti.
Cicchetti Venice and Bacari: What you need to know
Thinking about starting your Venice Italy food journey?
Don't miss our renowned Bacaro Cichetto Tour!
Join our guided explorations through hidden alleyways,
learn about authentic local cuisine
and enjoy the best italian aperitif with Venetian cicchetti.
The bacari, are part of the local heritage of Venice. They are typical taverns (or wine bars) which can be found in large numbers scattered throughout the historic center and immediately recognizable by the lively atmosphere that surrounds them. Infact, going for a bacaro-cichetto tour is a local habit but it is also a tasty and convivial pleasure! Usually almost everyone coming here stands sipping a classic Aperol Spritz aperitif or a glass of house wine, accompanied by venetian cicchetti, the typical appetizers based on fish.
Did we make you want to taste the real Venice? Then dive into the excitement of a private or shared tour among the bacari! You will be able to taste delicious food discovering the secrets and anecdotes of Venetian local cuisine. An original way to experience the unique atmosphere of this incredible city, between good food and good company.
CHOOSE THE BACARO CICHETTO TOUR YOU PREFER
To introduce you to the world the Venetian cuisine, we suggest beginning with a tasty and interesting experience, where you will be accompanied by one of our expert local guides.
Private Bacaro Tour
Perfect for groups of up to 10 people.
Ghost Bacaro Tour
Discover the more mysterious version of the previous private tour!
Shared Bacaro Tour
Perfect for individuals, couples, or small groups.
Your Venetian Cuisine tour starts from here!
Private Bacaro Tour
For an authentic taste of Venice, we encourage you to explore its culinary and white wine heritage, especially within its traditional local taverns. Our private bacaro tour venice, led by an expert local guide, will take you off the beaten path to discover hidden culinary treasures and learn captivating anecdotes about Venetian food.
When: every day, customizable by date and time
Included:
- Local guide;
- Visit to 3 different bacari;
- 1 aperitif (glass of wine/Spritz/soft drink) and 2 cicchetti in each bacaro
Duration: 2 hours
Starting from € 60 per person (varies depending on the number of participants)
Ghost Bacaro Tour
Discover a different side of Venice as darkness falls, a realm of ghostly whispers and long-lost stories. Complement this intriguing atmosphere by sampling the exceptional italian food that makes its culinary tradition so special. This mysterious bacaro adventure combines delightful aperitifs and typical venetian cicchetti with fascinating tales of Venice's darker past.
When: every day, customizable by date and time
- Local guide;
- Visit to 3 different bacari;
- 1 aperitif (glass of wine/Spritz/soft drink) and 2 cicchetti in each bacaro
Duration: 3 hours
Starting from € 65 per person (varies depending on the number of participants)
Shared Bacaro Tour
Forget getting lost in Venice's narrow streets while searching for the best bacari! Opt for a shared bacaro tour where an expert local guide will provide you their recommendations to fully immerse yourself in the city's vibrant atmosphere, authentic smells, and delightful flavors of the most famous bacari.
When: check calendar availability
Included:
- Local guide;
- Visit to 3 different bacari;
- 1 aperitif (glass of wine/Prosecco/Spritz) and 1 cicchetto in each bacaro
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Starting from € 65 per person
Do you want to discover more wine experiences?
Venice Rooftops with Prosecco tasting
Experience Venice from a breathtaking new perspective with a rooftop Prosecco tour. Forget the crowded alleys and escape to exclusive terraces, where stunning views of the iconic venetian landmarks perfectly combine the taste of fine Prosecco. A local expert will show you these secret sky-high locations, as you share insights and sips.
When: check calendar availability
Included:
- Local guide;
- Access to the terraces;
- 1 tasting of Prosecco;
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Starting from € 79 per person
Where to find Cichetti in Venice?
Bacaro is a typical place that has its roots in the Veneto region and the origin of the word itself revolves around wine and its different uses. Bacaro probably derives from a mixture of etymologies related to celebrations and food and wine commercial activities. These places are characterized by rustic furnishings, where wood is the predominant material. The light is dim, yellowish almost golden, because they are usually located in venetian narrow streets, often secluded but not less crowded! Normally there are few seats, in fact it is more common to stay near the counter to converse with the host and to more easily order a small glass of wine (in Venetian dialect, ombra de vin, which means ‘shadow of wine’). In these places, the counter is always full of colorful and tasty cicchetti on small plates, which literally make your mouth water!
Cicchetti meaning: Venetian delicacies to taste
Eating cicchetti in Venice is like tasting tapas in Spain or the so called finger food; in reality they are very special bite size delicacies of the local cuisine, which we recommend you to taste. Prices are varied but always cheap: from one to a few euros per snack. The variety depends on local recipes and products, especially those from the lagoon. They are true marvels of flavors, for example: sardines in saor (sarde in saor), marinated anchovies, the famous creamed salt cod (baccalà mantecato) on toasted bread but also fried meatballs, if you like. As for the meat, we recommend trying the Venetian liver, a sweet and sour old receipe! This is why, if you are interested on local delicacies you should start with Bacaro food tours and discover other venetian districts other than Rialto Bridge!
Bacari in Venice: the most popular aperitif
The aperitif in Venice has become a very popular custom among young people and those who are not so young! The Venetian spritz has gained popularity even in other regions of Italy and can now be found abroad!
With a wide selection of wines in the cicchetti bars, it is hard to remain dry-mouthed! In Venice and its province, people now say: "See you for a Spritz!" So, the meaning has expanded from the literal one of the drink to indicate a convivial gathering with friends. The aperitif is, in fact, a deeply rooted custom in the city, so much so that happy hour here is often called "spritz hour"! This well-deserved moment of leisure and relaxation after a long day of work is also famous for the added value of the fabulous scenery Venice offers.
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