 | Since 1929, Harry's Bar has been a popular watering hole and elegant eatery for writers, artists, celebrities, and aristocrats. It's most famous patron was Hemingway. Now while I don't consider myself a great fan of "Papa" and I'm not exactly known for my exotic palette, I'd say I was both interested and excited at the prospect of eating at one Venice's swankier restaurants that had a literary legacy. What I did not realize was just how much I would pay for the experience, fiscally and physically. The average meal at Harry's consists of an appetizer, a first course, a main course, and a dessert. I chose the Minestrone Soup which was amazing, especially considering it cost 19 euro (which is about $24 US given that 1 euro was about $1.30 US during our trip). I skipped the first course and selected a main course, the Sole Calabresi, which was 57 euro ($74 US). Total, the meal cost me the 85 euro I had in my wallet, and I had to borrow a few dollars from the other members of our group. It was embarrassing, but they were very generous. |
Here's a picture of our group of fine diners outside the entrance of Harry's following our meal:
![[image: Group at Harry's Bar entrance, Venice]](http://www.execnet.net/users/alan/blogs/archives/alanskew/P4290818_harry_bar.jpg)
(Left to right: Tom, Barbara, Beth, Dakota, Jill, and me)
| Unfortunately, shortly after leaving the restaurant and this divine meal, I experienced severe digestive distress and ended up spending the better half of the night ill, much like this photo of Hemingway: |  |
Ah, i was wondering if you'd get to this one. How cool are you! Lucky lucky lucky. I'm jealous!
I am happy that you enjoyed your trip and had the opportunity to experience Harry's Bar. One thing is for sure, you have some wonderful experiences to share. Thanks for sharing.
Monique