Fodor's Expert Review Brera Osteria

One of the more recent entries in the Viva Italiano! culinary scene, the Milan-inspired restaurant at Grand Canal Shoppes is a creation sitting right on The Venetian's replica of St. Mark's Square. Taking its name from the Brera neighborhood of Milan, the menu focuses on Milanese favorites. Try these mouth-waterers: squash blossoms, braised pork shank, lamp chops, calamari, branzino, pizzas, and pastas; there also are vegan selections. Top it off with premium Italian wines and cocktails for an experience that aims to be thoroughly and authentically northern Italian. A tasting menu augments the à la carte choices at lunch, and there's a prix-fixe pre-theater menu. During Apertivo Hour from 3 to 5 pm daily, pizzas, cocktails, beers, and wines by the glass are half-off.