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A continually evolving project
Welcome to our Meat Lab, the most fragrant smokehouse in Venice (and also the only one). We are Francesco & Federico, two friends who decided to combine an insane passion for American BBQ, a pinch of entrepreneurial madness, and a wild desire to bring something new to the canals of our city.
In 2021, we fired up our first smoker in the Venetian calli with a simple yet ambitious idea: to bring together American-style smoked meats with top-quality Italian ingredients. That’s how Atled Meat Lab was born—the first artisanal smokehouse in Venice. Yes, right here, where the only smoke we were used to came from vaporetto engines.
Our goal? To serve smoked meats and sandwiches that make a lasting impression, breaking away from the usual burger routine. Every recipe is born from trials, errors, countless tastings, research, and a bit of improvisation. But above all, from a genuine love for what we do.
Pulled pork, brisket, ribs, pastrami—and even veggie options, smoked with love. Everything is cooked low and slow with cherry wood and a lot of patience. The sauces? All homemade, even that wild berry one you keep asking us to bottle. The bread? From a local artisan bakery. The beers? Local and craft too. We like knowing exactly what we’re serving you.
Over the years, you've rewarded us with reviews that make us blush, brought us into the Gambero Rosso guide for three years in a row, and made us a go-to spot for anyone looking for something different, but done right. And every day, we try to give back all that love with care, indulgent sandwiches, and a warm welcome that makes you feel at home—even if you show up in flip-flops and in the rain.
This is our story. Actually, it’s yours and ours. Welcome to Atled Meat Lab, Smokeheads!
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Excellent meat and sandwiches, the owners take particular care in the choice of raw materials and their processing. Nice and attentive, the pulled pork bun is definitely worth trying! Few ingredients that create a perfect balance of flavors.
Manuel Ronzani
Oh mama!! I brought a friend of mine here and we had a piadina with chicken kebab and cabbage, and that wonderful bun with their smoked pulled pork, red berry BBQ sauce (if I'm not mistaken). The contrast between the strong flavor of the pulled pork and the freshness of the sauce and purple cabbage was amazing!!
Giusy Geraci
Amazing sandwiches! Excellent quality ingredients and enthusiasm in preparing the various choices. Imagination and skill in composition. The place is small, but the host is friendly and welcoming and if necessary you can do take away. The choice of beers and soft drinks is also excellent.
Anna Valastro
Top of the top. I went last night with my girlfriend, we got pulled pork sandwiches (space) and onion rings, we spent the right amount. (for being practically in the center of Venice) Fast service despite the amount of people, kind and precise guys. I can't wait to return to Venice to eat here again.
Marco Carletti
Our new favorite place! We tried three of their sandwiches as we were truly spoiled for choice and we must say that we were really impressed! All delicious and with top ingredients! They also have a crazy vegetarian sandwich, perfect for those who don't eat meat (but also for those who do).
Christian Gravante
We spent a day in Venice and stopped to eat a good sandwich in this very welcoming little place. The guys are super nice and available to satisfy every request, they also use the highest quality ingredients!! Everything was truly delicious, the Pulled Pork Bun was something fabulous!😍 Super recommended!
Lisa Bacelle
