What are the opening hours?

Trattoria Venezia is open daily from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with extended hours on Sundays until 11:30 PM.

What's the price like?

It's a mid-range restaurant, accessible without being budget-focused—pricing that reflects fresh ingredients and careful preparation without upscale pretension.

Can I get wine and beer?

Yes, both wine and beer are served, along with other alcohol options.

Is dine-in available?

Dine-in is available with ample seating, and the restaurant accommodates both individuals and larger groups.

What dishes do reviewers keep mentioning?

Black risotto, fresh pasta, gnocchi, and tiramisu appear consistently in reviews as standouts, alongside fried seafood starters and fish platters.

Is it a good spot for coffee?

Coffee is available, making it a workable option for a casual daytime visit beyond just meal service.

Trattoria Venezia

Name: Trattoria Venezia
Address: Rruga Studenti, Shkodër 4001, Albania, Shkodër, AL
Telephone: +355 69 572 2200
Price range: €€
Rating: 4.9

Restaurants in Shkodër

4.90(237)€€Open now +355 69 572 2200

About

Trattoria Venezia serves Italian food on Rruga Studenti in central Shkodër with a following that runs deep—237 reviews averaging 4.9 stars is serious affection for a mid-tier neighborhood spot. The menu leans into Venetian classics: black risotto, fresh pasta, gnocchi, and seafood are the backbone. It reads casual and cozy rather than fussy, the kind of place where both solo diners and groups feel equally at home.

9.9/10

Exceptional · based on 237 Google reviews

Food Quality9.9
Service9.9
Ambience9.9
Value for Money9.9
Accessibility9.1

How we score

Our weighted 10-point Holiday Score combines Google's overall rating, review volume, and sentiment around specific topics (service, food, atmosphere, accessibility). Sub-dimension scores weight category-specific signals — for restaurants we look at food and value mentions; for hotels at cleanliness and location; for beaches at water quality and facilities. Accessibility is weighted from verified wheelchair and mobility attributes.

Scores above 8.5 represent outstanding quality. 10.0 is reserved for editorial picks.

Highlights

Black risotto, the signature dish
Fresh pasta and gnocchi done right
Tiramisu that justifies dessert ordering
Fried seafood starters
Casual, cozy atmosphere

Why we like it
We return to Trattoria Venezia because it executes the fundamentals without pretense. The black risotto has a small cult following in the reviews, and for good reason—it's a dish that takes patience. The pasta is fresh, the seafood is handled well, and the space feels genuinely comfortable whether you're lingering solo with coffee or gathered with friends. In a city increasingly full of tourist-facing restaurants, this one reads like it was built for locals who happen to welcome travelers.

Best for

Date NightCasual Group DinnersLunch BreakSolo Diners

Location

Rruga Studenti, Shkodër 4001, Albania

Plus Code: 3G86+G5 Shkodër, Albania

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Frequently asked

About Trattoria Venezia

What are the opening hours?
Trattoria Venezia is open daily from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with extended hours on Sundays until 11:30 PM.
What's the price like?
It's a mid-range restaurant, accessible without being budget-focused—pricing that reflects fresh ingredients and careful preparation without upscale pretension.
Can I get wine and beer?
Yes, both wine and beer are served, along with other alcohol options.
Is dine-in available?
Dine-in is available with ample seating, and the restaurant accommodates both individuals and larger groups.
What dishes do reviewers keep mentioning?
Black risotto, fresh pasta, gnocchi, and tiramisu appear consistently in reviews as standouts, alongside fried seafood starters and fish platters.
Is it a good spot for coffee?
Coffee is available, making it a workable option for a casual daytime visit beyond just meal service.

9.9/10

Exceptional · based on 237 Google reviews

Food Quality9.9
Service9.9
Ambience9.9
Value for Money9.9
Accessibility9.1

How we score

Our weighted 10-point Holiday Score combines Google's overall rating, review volume, and sentiment around specific topics (service, food, atmosphere, accessibility). Sub-dimension scores weight category-specific signals — for restaurants we look at food and value mentions; for hotels at cleanliness and location; for beaches at water quality and facilities. Accessibility is weighted from verified wheelchair and mobility attributes.

Scores above 8.5 represent outstanding quality. 10.0 is reserved for editorial picks.

Busy times

Fri (today)

Review breakdown

237 reviews

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What visitors mention

black risotto6focaccia5tiramisu5fried seafood starter

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Mon

78%

Tue

86%

Wed

100%

Thu

60%

Sat

56%

Sun

91%

Source: Google historical busyness data

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fresh pasta3

fish platter2

gnocchi3

tortellini4