Is there anything better than waking up to the smell of freshly baked bread and buttery pastries? In most big cities, this is an experience that’s slowly disappearing.
But in Venice, traditions linger.
Every single day, bakers and pastry chefs prepare dough, shape pastries and fire up the ovens so that by morning the city is filled with irresistible aromas.
Luckily for us, Venice still has some great historic bakeries and pastry shops keeping these traditions alive.
From breakfast croissants and creamy bigné to Carnival frittelle, buttery shortcrust tarts and crispy sfoglie, now you can taste the best Venetian pastries.
Best Pastry Shops in Venice
In this guide, I’ll help you visit 7 of the best pastry shops in Venice, from my experience eating my way around the city looking for only the finest baked goods.
These are places where locals stop for a quick breakfast or an afternoon treat (known as merenda) and where you can sample the city’s most loved pastries.
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Map of the Best Pastry Shops in Venice
Here’s a map with all 7 pastry shops I have created for you to use, save it to your phone to make your sweet-hunting in Venice easier! You can thank me later 😉.
Below, I’ll add each address, as well as the opening times, to ensure that you arrive without disappointment, since some shops close on certain days of the week.
7 of the Best Pastry Shops in Venice
1. Rosa Salva
One of Venice’s most historic pastry shops, Rosa Salva has been baking since the 19th century and still attracts locals and visitors alike every morning.
Their counter is so inviting and it’s always full of croissants, cream-filled pastries (a must try are the bignè) and smaller versions of cakes such tiramisù, cheesecakes and millefoglie, but don’t miss their seasonal specialties like frittelle during Carnival.
They also make excellent savoury bites if you’re looking for a quick snack.
📍 Address: Calle Fiubera – San Marco, 950 and Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, Castello 6779
⏰ Opening hours: Mon–Sun 8:00am–8:00pm; Sun closed the shop in Calle Fiubera
2. Pasticceria Tonolo
Probably the most famous pastry shop in Venice, Tonolo is a must-stop for breakfast in the heart of Dorsoduro, not far from Campo San Polo. Their cream-filled bigné, fruit tarts and croissants are legendary and during Carnival the shop is packed with locals queueing for their frittelle.
Make sure to try the classic frittella! Prices are fair, the atmosphere is lively and the pastries disappear quickly, so arrive early for the best selection.
📍 Address: Calle San Pantalon 3764, Dorsoduro
⏰ Opening hours: Tue–Sun 7:30am–7:00pm; closed Monday
3. Pasticceria Dal Mas
Located near the train station, Dal Mas is the perfect stop if you’re arriving in Venice hungry. Their pastry counter is a feast for the eyes: croissants, cannoli, bigné and impressive cakes.
There are no tables, you’ll have to take away or stand at the counter or in one of the few high tables available. It’s also a great place to pick up artisanal biscuits or a box of pastries to take away. Expect it to be busy, but service is quick.
📍 Address: Rio Terà Lista di Spagna 150, Cannaregio
⏰ Opening hours: Daily 6:30am–7:30pm (Sunday 7:30am-7:30pm)
4. Pasticceria Rizzardini
Tucked away near Campo San Polo, Rizzardini is one of the oldest pastry shops in Venice (since 1742). The shop is tiny and you can only drink your coffee and pastries at the counter, but it’s full of atmosphere and tradition.
All sweet pastries are a must, but the highlight is their frittelle, considered by many Venetians the best in the city. A real gem.
📍 Address: Campiello dei Meloni, 1415, San Polo
⏰ Opening hours: Daily 7:00am–7:30pm (Sunday 8am-7.30pm), closed Tuesday
5. Emilio Colussi
A family-run pastry shop in the San Marco neighbourhood, Emilio Colussi is where Venetians go for a proper breakfast and visitors also fall in love with their delicious sweet pastries and friendly staff.
Their shortcrust pastries, focaccine, kipfel (croissant with almond paste) and classic Venetian biscuits, have no rival in the city. If you’re in Venice for breakfast or looking for a spot for a sweet afternoon treat, don’t miss it.
📍 Address: Campo S. Luca, 4579, San Marco
⏰ Opening hours: Mon–Sat 7:30am–1:30pm and 4pm-7pm; closed Sunday
6. Pasticceria Bonifacio
Just a few steps from St. Mark’s Square, Pasticceria Bonifacio is a small but well-loved pastry shop that has been serving Venetians for generations.
Their croissants and puff pastries are excellent, and the bigné alla crema are particularly popular.
You can also get some pastries and take away coffee. It’s a quieter spot compared to Tonolo or Dal Mas, making it perfect for a relaxed mid-morning break.
📍 Address: Calle degli Albanesi, 4217, Castello
⏰ Opening hours: Daily 6:00am–5:30pm (Sunday 6:00am–4pm)
7. Pasticceria Ballarin
Close to Rialto, on the busy Strada Nova, Bar Pasticceria Ballarin is one of those classic pastry shops where you can try a bit of everything, from croissants to tarts, cream puffs and cakes.
Locals often stop here for their morning pastry, but it can get very busy from late morning and afternoon. If you’re heading towards Cannaregio from Rialto, early in the day, this is the perfect stop for a quick breakfast.
📍 Address: Salizzada San Giovanni Grisostomo 5794, Cannaregio
⏰ Opening hours: Daily 7:30am–7:00pm (Sunday 8:00am–6:00pm)
Best Pastry Shops in Venice
Venice may not have as many pastry shops as it once did in the past, but the ones that remain are true guardians of tradition.
From the famous counters of Tonolo and Colussi to the tiny historic Rizzardini, each shop offers a different taste of the city’s sweet side. And you should really experience traditional bake goods like the ones they offer!
Whether you’re looking for the perfect breakfast croissant, Carnival frittelle, or an afternoon bigné, these 7 pastry shops guarantee you won’t leave Venice without a sugar-dusted smile.
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