If you’re in Venice and want to get a sense of Chef Max Alajmo’s Michelin 3-star restaurant Le Calandre, but without the hassle of driving to Padua an hour away, this is your chance. Since 2011, Chef Max’s cuisine has been available in the center of Venice on San Marco Square. The restaurant’s outdoor Venetian café plays continuous live music on the square, while inside, the dining area is decorated with exquisite Venetian stuccoes from the 1800's and serves traditional Venetian cuisine with a modern touch. If you’re in the mood for fine dining, opt for the small, but elegant, upstairs dining room, which serves contemporary Italian cuisine that changes with the seasons. Book early to be ensure a window table offering a great view of the square.

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