The story
Al Traghetto in Jesolo has anchored its reputation on decades of dedicated Italian seafood cooking. The Capiotto family established this venue over sixty years ago, treating the Adriatic as both pantry and daily inspiration. Their kitchen relies on straightforward grilling techniques that preserve the natural sweetness of fresh catches. Guests arriving by boat step directly into a dining room built for unhurried meals.
The menu highlights require careful sourcing and precise execution. A chilled crustacean salad introduces spaghetti tossed with pevarasse and bottarga di volpina. Cooks frequently prepare risotto featuring pink shrimp, whole scampi, and bright lime zest. Thick branzino fillets cook over charcoal beside Mediterranean potatoes and beef tomatoes while traditional vegetable fritters round out the seasonal offerings.
The dining space maintains a quiet, unpretentious character that matches the steady pace of the coast. Reserved parking sits adjacent to an outdoor terrace where afternoon light filters through mature trees. The wine cellar stocks Italian regional labels and international selections suited to briny plates. Dinners typically conclude with a warm chocolate soufflé accompanied by berry coulis and vanilla ice cream.
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