Bar All'Arco
A father-and-son run bacaro near the Rialto Market, widely rated as one of the best spots in Venice for fresh cicchetti.
This family-run bacaro is tucked away in the San Polo district, right next to the Rialto Market. Run by a father and son, it serves freshly made cicchetti, with highlights including creamed cod (baccalà mantecato), marinated sardines, and mortadella with truffle, all served on thin, crispy slices of toasted bread. There is virtually no seating inside, so most patrons stand outside the door to eat. Reservations are not accepted, and it is best to arrive around 10:00 to ensure the best selection before items sell out. It is only open during the day, roughly from 10:00 to 14:30. Prices range from about 1.5 to 4 EUR per piece.
Opening hours
Around 10:00–14:30, closed in the evening; recent sources indicate it is closed on Wednesdays, while some list Sundays. It is recommended to confirm before visiting.
Nearby sights
- Rialto Market
- Ca' d'Oro
- Grand Canal & Rialto Bridge
- Fondaco dei Tedeschi
- Scala Contarini del Bovolo
- Santa Maria dei Miracoli
- Teatro La Fenice
- Museo Correr