Rosa Salva, Venice

Nestled amidst the splendor of Santi Giovanni e Paolo’s Basilica, where the outside tables bask in its majestic shadow, stands the most characterful of the three Rosa Salva branches in the city’s storied Historic Center. Since its inception in the 1870s, this venerable institution has garnered a reputation for serving what many would ardently proclaim as the finest coffee in all of Venice. Not content with solely mastering the art of the caffeinated elixir, Rosa Salva also crafts exceptional pastries that delight the palate with each delectable bite, as well as homemade ice cream – a veritable ode to frozen indulgence.

Image Courtesy of Flickr and Anne Jacko.

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Sight Name: Rosa Salva
Sight Location: Venice, Italy (See walking tours in Venice)
Sight Type: Food/Drink

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