In this post, I want to share with you the best Vicenza restaurants, which also includes desserts and snacks.

If there’s one thing I never tire of when in Italy, it’s starting the day with something sweet for breakfast. Whether it’s a cream-filled, or chocolate brioche, the choice is immense and ridiculously good. 

Where is Vicenza?

The city of Vicenza is a small city in the northeast of Italy, in the region of Veneto.

Though small and lesser known than neighboring Verona and Venice, it’s nonetheless a charming city to see. Vicenza also happens to be my second home city.

Padova-born architect, Andrea Palladio, designed many of the city’s landmarks, include the Basilica Palladiana and the closed-air theater, Teatro Olimpico. On the outskirts of the city center is the magnificent Villa Rotonda.

Being in Italy, good places to eat and drink are aplenty. And, In the historic center of Vicenza, there are several places that serve up delicious eats.

1. Pasticcerica Venezia SNC

Pasticceria Venezia is one of the oldest — and also one of the best — patisserie places in Vicenza.

In fact, the shop stretches back to 4 generations of the Ferracina family, and the quality’s evident in the products. Take my word and visit on an empty stomach.

The range of croissants, which they call brioche in the north, is varied and baked to perfection. Flavors range from brioche filled with cream, jelly, and my favorite, almond.

Be sure to arrive earlier than later, as once they’re gone, they’re gone.

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Pasticceria Venezia is also famous for its selection of artisan chocolates and fragrant mille-feuille. One of the sons learned his craft in France and Belgium; countries known for their excellent patisserie.

The dainty macarons are bite-sized pieces of deliciousness, and the cappuccino keeps me coming back for more.

Contra Pescaria 4, 36100 Vicenza

2. Antica Pasticceria Sorarù

Stepping through the front door of Antica Pasticceria Sorarù is akin to walking into a sweet shop from the past.

Locals know it as Sorarù so there’s no need to repeat the full name. As the name suggest, its antique look and design is a sweet slice of nostalgia. In fact, it almost reminds me of the sweet shop from the classic film, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.

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Small in size, the patisserie gets very full, very quickly.

Glass jars filled with boiled sweets line the brass shelves. On the wooden counter are even more goodies with which to tempt you. Sorarù also sells sweet brioche type bread rolls with prosciutto and cheese, or just cheese. The danger here is that they’re small enough in size, you’ll want to eat more than one. 

Sorarù also sells cakes that make an ideal gift for loved ones, or for yourself. The plum cake here is moist, bursting with fruit, and a good accompaniment with coffee or tea. 

Piazetta Palladio 17, Vicenza

The neighboring city of Verona is just 30 minutes away from Vicenza. While in the historic city, be smart and skip the lines by booking ahead for some of the top attractions.