What to order at Trattoria al Gatto Nero

Must order
Risotto di go, bigoli al nero di seppia, the mixed grilled fish.
Signature dishes
Risotto di go, Bigoli with cuttlefish, Mixed grilled fish
Editor tip
Book two weeks ahead. Ferry 12 from Fondamente Nove takes 45 minutes. Closed Mondays.
CuisineItalian
Price€€€
NeighborhoodLagoon Islands
HoursTue-Sun 12:30-14:45, Tue/Fri/Sat 19:30-21:00, closed Monday
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