Il Refolo

San Polo & Santa Croce


With outdoor tables occupying the campo in front of San Giacomo dall’Orio, this is a sunny spot from which to watch gondolas drift by. The food, too, is relaxed and unfussy with a menu offering a range of pizzas, pasta and light seafood dishes. Owned by the Martin family of Michelin-starred Da Fiore; expect top-quality ingredients and standout flavours.


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