Scopa Italian Roots

Scopa Italian Roots is a modern Italian trattoria in Venice, ranking #258 on Opinionated About Dining's 2025 North America list. Chef Antonia Lofaso runs the kitchen with a focus on Italian-American tradition and consistency, serving dishes like fried calamari, rice balls, and rich pastas in a lively, industrial space with a popular bar. It holds a Wine Spectator award and operates with a dinner service that extends late on weekends, plus a Sunday brunch, reflecting its role as a neighborhood institution built on repeat visits rather than fleeting trends.