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What to order at Al Merca
- Signature drink
- Spritz al Select, ombra
- Editor tip
- No interior space; the crowd stands on the campo. Closes hard at 20:00. Spritz €3.50, ombra €1.50.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeStand-up aperitivo bar
Price€€€
HoursMon-Thu 10:00-14:30 and 18:00-20:00, Fri-Sat 10:00-14:30 and 18:00-21:30, closed Sunday
Phone+39 346 8340660
Signature drinkSpritz al Select, ombra
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Food program: Mini crostini and panini
Tip: No interior space; the crowd stands on the campo. Closes hard at 20:00. Spritz €3.50, ombra €1.50.
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Location
Address: Campo Bella Vienna 213, San Polo, 30125 Venezia VE, Venice
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