Osteria ai Pugni

Venice


Centuries ago, brawls on the bridge out the front inevitably ended in the canal, but now Venetians settle differences with one of over 50 wines by the glass at this ever-packed bar, pimped with recycled Magnum-bottle lamps and wine-crate tables. The latest drops are listed on the blackboard, with aperitivo-friendly nibbles including polpette (meatballs) and cured local meats on bread.


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