Since 1906 the first proper pastry counter on the way from the station, run by the Balestra family. Gambero Rosso likes the veneziana with a hint of anise and the boozy zabaione-filled parigina; there are no tables, everyone eats standing.
- Address
- Rio Terà Lista di Spagna 150, Cannaregio, 30121 Venezia
- Hours
- Mon-Sat 06:30-19:30; Sun 07:30-19:30 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-10)
- Best time to go
- Morning, Afternoon · About 15 min
- Price
- Fritola EUR 2.50 (Passione Gourmet, Feb 2026)
- Price level
- €€
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Fritole are made daily from the day after Epiphany until Fat Thursday (Gambero Rosso).
- The chocolate shop next door belongs to the same family.
- Good stop for focaccia veneziana at Christmas and Easter.