Nolinski Il Caffè

Nolinski Il Caffè, a prestigious culinary delight in Venice, Italy, has received a Luxury Lifestyle Awards in 2024 for Best Luxury Mediterranean Cuisine. Owned by the renowned Evok Collection and led by General Manager Piero Pastore, Nolinski Il Caffè has been enchanting guests since its opening in June 2023.

Specializing in Mediterranean-inspired local dishes, Il Caffè uses 100% Italian ingredients to reimagine traditional Italian cuisine. The menu emphasizes simplicity, freshness, and delicacy, featuring crudo, pinsa romana, Cicchetti, pizzette, and pasta alla genovese with fresh pesto. Each dish is crafted to highlight the main ingredients’ natural flavors, offering a bold and mature taste of Italian culinary heritage.

The entrance to Il Caffè, a well-kept secret known only to a select few, leads to a tranquil inner courtyard that provides a serene escape from the bustling streets. Inspired by Venetian palaces, the luxurious ambiance is characterized by stone floors, coffered ceilings, old bricks, and white marmorino walls. The decor creates an inviting atmosphere with its warm, velvety tones and gondola-inspired furniture. Subtle lighting enhances the setting, with reflections off the courtyard fountain adding an impressionistic touch.

Catering to both hotel guests and locals, Il Caffè offers a personalized experience in an intimate setting. The exclusive entrance, through the smallest door of the Stock Exchange, marked “Borsa,” adds an element of intrigue. The decor captures the essence of Venetian canals, with wall mirrors and copper panels reflecting the city’s light. The unique lighting effects at sunset, echoing the reflections of Venetian palaces, provide a dining experience that is both distinctive and unforgettable, setting Nolinski Il Caffè apart from its competitors.