Milk*Osteria alle Testiere
Area: Castello
Small, seafood-focused and very Venetian.
Baccala Mantecato in Venice
Lunch & Dinner · Must Try
Creamed salt cod served soft and rich, often on toasted bread.
Pronunciation: Bac-ca-LA man-te-CA-to
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What it is
Dried cod or Salt cod whipped with olive oil into a creamy, mousse-like spread.
Taste translation
If you like creamy dips or pâté — imagine that but made from whipped dried or salt cod. Savory, silky and addictive.
Zen's note
This is Venezia’s soul food. Looks simple, tastes incredible. Every bàcaro has it and every version is slightly different. The best ones are silky smooth.
Where to eat Baccala Mantecato
Cantina Do Spade
Area: Rialto
A classic stop for cicchetti and lagoon flavors.
Antiche Carampane
Area: San Polo
A strong address for traditional Venetian seafood.