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Seafood restaurant in Chioggia, Metropolitan City of Venice
What should I order at El Gato?
What to order
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Seafood Dishes
The most frequently praised items overall, with multiple reviews highlighting the restaurant’s fresh local seafood, excellent seafood experience, and seafood dominating the menu.
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Seafood Pastas
Recommended because multiple reviewers specifically called both seafood pastas excellent, and another review praised the taglioni with 5 types of seafood.
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Fritto Misto
Mentioned as excellent in one review and fits the restaurant’s strong reputation for fresh, well-prepared seafood.
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4
Sarde In Saor
Recommended as a nice traditional touch, suggesting it is a standout local specialty worth trying.
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5
Calamaretti Spillo With Truffles And Purple Potatoes Cream
Described as absolutely phenomenal, making it one of the most strongly endorsed specific dishes in the reviews.
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Pasta Pomodoro
Specifically praised by a diner who said their non-adventurous eater really enjoyed it, indicating it is a well-liked option beyond seafood.
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Taglioni With 5 Types Of Seafood
Highlighted as part of a very enjoyable meal and praised for being beautifully cooked with multiple seafood elements.
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Grilled Fish
Recommended as a main course in a review that described the meal as one of the nicest and praised the freshness of the fish.
Details
Location
Corso del Popolo, 653, Chioggia, Metropolitan City of Venice, 30015, IT
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 2 PM, 7:30 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 2 PM, 7:30 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 2 PM, 7:30 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 2 PM, 7:30 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 2 PM, 7:30 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 2 PM, 7:30 to 10 PM |
About El Gato
Creative, artfully presented takes on scallops, scampi & fish in an elegant, white-hued setting.
Amenities
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Crowd
- Family-friendly
Planning
- Reservations required
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked
What is El Gato known for?
El Gato is best known for very fresh seafood, especially raw fish, European spider crab, and seafood pastas. Reviewers repeatedly mention that the fish tastes fresh daily and that the seafood-focused menu is the main reason to visit in Chioggia.
What dishes are most recommended at El Gato?
Reviewers most often highlight the seafood pastas, fritto misto, bollito misto, raw fish, and Tagliolini Ai Cinque Sensi. One lunch review also mentioned pasta pomodoro for a non-adventurous diner, but the strongest praise is for the fresh local seafood dishes.
What is the atmosphere like at El Gato?
The setting is described as cozy, elegant, and white-hued, with outdoor seating on the patio available. It seems to suit couples, families, and small groups, since reviewers mention friendly service, accommodating staff, and a family-friendly crowd.
Is El Gato good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €40–90, which places it in a mid-to-upper range for Chioggia seafood dining. Reviewers still call it worth it because the seafood is very fresh, the wine selection is strong, and the service is often described as excellent.
Do you need a reservation at El Gato?
Yes, reservations are required, and one review explicitly says a reservation is needed. A few diners were seated without one, but the comments suggest booking ahead is the safer choice, especially for dinner and patio seating.
Is parking available at El Gato?
Yes. Paid street parking is available.
