Acqua Pazza
- February 13, 2007
- Rated 4 of 5 by
VA_traveler from Dumfries, Virginia
We had not made reservations, and the waiters seems concerned that they had no space on the patio. As an alternative, they seated us inside, but at a small table just inside the doorway - we thought it was perfect.
The portions were huge, and the antipasto should be shared. They brought out complimentary bruschetta as a starter, and we also had an insalata caprese and prosciutto. We shared a bottle of the house wine, which was fine.
Our waiter recommended a baked red snapper for two for dinner, stuffed with vegetables and shrimp. He brought the fish to our table for our approval before it went to the kitchen. Very spiny, ugly fellow (the fish, I mean). He was delicious, though! They removed the bones before serving, and presented it on a deep platter, swimming in a brothy sauce with potatoes, tomatoes, olives and shrimp. My mouth waters every time I think about that dinner...
After sitting with our wine, we decided to share a lemon cake for dessert. The waiter also brought by a bottle of orange liqueur. Wonderful. Although it cost 120 euros, this dinner alone would be worth going back to Venice!
From journal All Over Italy: Stop 1, Venice