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Glam Enrico Bartolini
Two-Michelin-star restaurant in Palazzo Venart on the Grand Canal, where chef Donato Ascani cooks lagoon produce and grilled dishes for Enrico Bartolini's group.
At a glance
- Type
- Creative fine dining
- Area
- Santa Croce, Venice, Italy
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Official site
- enricobartolini.net
Good to know
- Two Michelin stars
- Tasting menus
- A la carte
- Garden
Why we recommend it
Glam is the most decorated restaurant in Venice, holding two Michelin stars in the 2026 Michelin Guide Italia. It belongs to the group of Enrico Bartolini, one of Italy's most awarded chefs, and is run day to day by chef Donato Ascani. It occupies part of Palazzo Venart, a historic palace on the Grand Canal in Santa Croce that now operates as a luxury hotel, and diners eat in an intimate room of only six tables or, in good weather, in one of the palace's two gardens.
The cooking is creative and contemporary but firmly rooted in the lagoon. Herbs, vegetables and shoots come from the islands around Venice, and fish and shellfish from local waters, and the kitchen is particularly noted for its work on the grill. The result is food that feels local in its ingredients and modern in its technique. Two tasting menus are offered alongside an à la carte selection, so you can choose a long, multi-course evening or a shorter meal. The wine list is extensive, and pairings are available.
According to the Michelin Guide, Glam is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays and serves lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Sunday. Lunch is a good way to experience the cooking in daylight and is usually a little easier to book. With so few tables, reservations well in advance are essential, especially for weekends and for garden seating in summer. Smart dress fits the setting, though the atmosphere is relaxed rather than stiff. Mention any allergies or dietary requirements when booking, as the menus are built around set sequences of dishes.
Glam suits special occasions, couples and serious food lovers who want to see what modern Venetian cooking can be. Expect to spend several hours over a tasting menu, and budget accordingly: this is one of the most expensive meals in the city. It is less suited to families with young children or anyone in a hurry.
Palazzo Venart is on the Santa Croce bank of the Grand Canal, close to the San Stae vaporetto stop on Line 1. Ca' Pesaro, the city's museum of modern art, and the church of San Stae are a short walk away, and the Rialto Market is about ten minutes on foot.
Glam Enrico Bartolini FAQs
How many Michelin stars does Glam have?
Two stars, in the 2026 Michelin Guide Italia.
Who is the chef?
Donato Ascani leads the kitchen for Enrico Bartolini's group.
When is Glam open?
According to the Michelin Guide, Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. It is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Do I need to book?
Yes. The dining room has only six tables, so book well in advance, especially for weekends.
Is there a tasting menu?
Yes. There are two tasting menus as well as an à la carte option.
Can I eat outside?
In good weather, tables are set in the gardens of Palazzo Venart.
How do I get there?
Take vaporetto Line 1 to San Stae, a short walk from Palazzo Venart.