Restaurants in Venice

“Amazing food! I haven’t had a good meal like that in a while! I recently checked out some of the well rated restaurants in LA, such as RVR and I have to say this is hands down superior. The food, the vibe, and the server was also very attentive and friendly. The portions are very small and I felt like for the price, they could be a little larger.

Highly recommend and will go again!

Kid-friendliness: We have 2 toddlers and were greatly accommodated”

“Absolutely delicious food. Chulita Bowl was fantastic, hibiscus mimosa and latte were so good. Friendly staff too! Thanks for the wonderful brunch. 🙏🧜🏽‍♀️”

“As a New Yorker, my standards for breakfast & brunch are high. I’m so glad I came here! There’s a freshness about the atmosphere and the food selection is unique and tasty.
I got the curry with bokchoi and we had fried for the table.
They had matcha, which went perfectly with the creamy-with-a-kick meal. 🥰I wish I had 2 stomachs so I didn’t have to leave a bite uneaten, but I could only get through have of this lovely meal.
Absolutely will be revisiting when I’m back in the West Coast.🫶🏾”

“We had the Caeser salad and their famous burger. The burger is REALLY good. The patty’s meat quality is excellent and of a large size. The burger is tasty and juicy. They have a good selection of wines. We had a skin contact wine that paired really well with our meal.”

“a bit pricey (at least here in downey) but the food is worth it!!”

“Brought some friends there to watch playoff football and a ufc fight. Ended up having the best filet mignon of my life. So tender you could slice through it with the side of your fork. Had fresh oysters from Virginia, which I was told are only $2 on Tuesday or Wednesday (have to fact check here). And probably the best thing on the menu is the bacon wrapped plantains, not a lot of food, but every bite is heaven. Wife loved her fancy drinks, but I prefer scotch.”

“Great food. Great service. Great people watching. New favorite local.”

“The food and the atmosphere are AMAZING”

“Great atmosphere and food.”

“The food and ambience & wine selection was excellent! We will be back!”

“Our server Sean was amazing!”

“Bought a mug to do the right thing. Perfect Americano and Croissant. Nice to sit outside on the pavement although bit much traffic (it’s LA). Clean and fresh atmosphere.”

“Delicious food and drinks!”

“This place was such a pleasant surprise! We ordered 2 drinks and 3 food items (char kway teow, crispy Sichuan beef, and ayam goreng) plus both rices every single thing was amazing, not a single dud! Service was the perfect mix of let you enjoy your meal, but they check on you frequently enough that you never catch yourself wondering “where’s my server?” Will definitely be back!”

“Dinner ,breakfast coffee, staff were so friendly and welcoming”

“If I could give the service rating 6 stars, I would. This shop feels like it was started by a bunch of your friends from the neighborhood. Everything I've gotten there has been delicious too. The Dominic de cocco drink has probably been my favorite. And then on Wednesdays and Thursdays the chicken parm sandwich is a must try.”

“1.#Hyunsoohair says ‘The best cappuccino’ in west LA . 10-12 2024
2. Oh you went! How was your machiatto?
He nailed it. Everybody is ordering Moca it looks good ! I will get it next order 10-13 2024
3. I had my 1 st Moca by Nicely on My b- day morning . $10( I would pay $250)Fine art !
It was a good therapy.”

“All around great restaurant”

“Food was great but our server did not seem to care that we were there. The only time she came to our table was when we initially sat down and when we had to ask for our check. Unfortunate because I usually love Wabi and had friends in town. Their only comment that it was one of the worst serving experiences to date.”

“OWA Venice is an absolute gem — fun, stylish, and full of amazing people and energy. From the moment we walked in, we felt the vibrant atmosphere and were surrounded by beauty in every sense.

I have to give a special shoutout to Camila, who has been nothing but amazing since the days of Belles Beach. She continues to be the same incredibly kind, genuine, and radiant person. Seeing her again at OWA and experiencing her warmth made the night even more special.
And Amir, what an incredible host! He and Camila went above and beyond to make me and my friend feel welcomed and celebrated. Their energy, care, and attention truly made it a night to remember. Can’t wait to go back!”

“Exquisite creative brunch!”

“Crowd is absolutely obnoxious zoomers but the music is usually good and bumping. $7 Guinness at the time of posting 1/25/2024Can't stress how obnoxious the crowd is. They will step on your feet and act like you did something wrong. Very uppity crowd.”

“The decor made you think you were on vacation. The food took your tastebuds to a whole other level of flavor! This place went above all my expectations. Everyone should try to visit @PalomaVenice”

“I loved it. Everything is clean and the staff very friendly. And fist time going they help u order .”

“One of my favorite restaurants in LA! Highly recommend the zucchini puffs & shrimp to start and the branzino (it’s not huge)! I’ve heard good things about the short ribs. The vegetable sandwich is good for vegetarians.”

“Super cool 😎 Great place for drinks with friends, cool vibe and crowd”

“Absolutely brilliant place. Fantastic staff (Katy) who is lovely. Brilliant atmosphere and well worth visiting for a drink when in Venice”

“Cozy terrace to enjoy a meal outdoors & hang out for a bit. Options with shade or in the sun. Reasonably priced menu with a range of light bites to heavier meals depending on your appetite.”

“Best pizza in west LA, super friendly environment.”

“Best Peruvian Food ever!!!!”

“Ate here on Monday and wow everything about this place is BOMB. Every dish was beyond incredible & the service was so so great. Literally could not recommend enough. I guarantee you’ll have an incredible meal here. If the carrot karkiage is on the menu please get it. Same with the beef shank & bok choy. And for dessert if you see the carrot & buckwheat cake congratulations because oh my god your life is gonna be different forever. What an incredible experience! Cant wait to go back”

“The food was excellent! The service was excellent also ! Nice place”

“Venice Cucina in Venice Beach is amazing! Antonio went out of his way to make our engagement dinner extra special. The food was incredible—fresh, made-to-order pasta and perfect pizza. The cozy patio with string lights made it feel magical. Good guy, good food. Highly recommend!”

“on a rainy day, the soft lighting, gentle music, and comfortable seating provided a nice cozy escape from outside. the service was incredible from all - I love when the owner is out taking care of customers too and especially when they make you feel right at home from the first impression.
we ordered the old world wine tasting trio special, focaccia bread, arugula salad, mini corn dogs, and swordfish which were all delicious.
at the end they brought over a birthday cupcake from their connected bakery as we were celebrating a birthday. the frosting was my favorite kind with a really rich flavor and texture.”

“Excellent service and Food. It was Dine LA so we ordered that menu and the food was coursed out. Absolutely superb! What a great way to sample the chef’s specialties. Our waiter was the best!!!! Looking forward to dining again.”

“Amazing staff, fantastic food, great atmosphere. 10 out of 10 for me!”

“Fun place to eat and drink by the Venice pier!”

“My new favorite Thai food spot! I always order yellow curry so that’s what my review is based on. I am vegetarian so chose it with tofu. I had additional requests and they came through. I asked to make it mild and leave onions out and add vegetables too. Got everything I asked for about $15 out the door ! Sauce was thick and tasty, rice included. Atmosphere wasn’t the best but I had my food to go anyway. Waited about 15 minutes. Worth every minute and penny. We found parking in the back.

Vegetarian options: I had yellow curry

Dietary restrictions: Vegetarian”

“Found this gem on a getaway to Venice Beach. Bartender Keith H. was the best and the yellowtail was delicious! Hope to be back when traveling through again!”

“Hands down my favorite restaurant! 🥰”

“Excellent restaurant. We ordered eggplant pasta which was excellent, a stunning salad (baby leaves with artichoke hearts, avocado, nuts and cheese). Also a very tasty shock”

“Best Thai food I’ve ever eaten.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed my pizza. Ordered the 'Jake' pizza with no cheese-- substitute mushrooms. It was delicious! Everyone working was so sweet. Shout out to Meghan, Zoey, Cory, Sunny, Henry, and Rob for exceptional and friendly interactions and service! I will definitely return to try some more menu items.”

“Great selection on local beers . Really friendly staff , food looked amazing”

“Authentically unique and super sweet! Let's talk matcha.... it's imported from Japan and not frozen, so it's super potent and not so bitter. The customer service is super on point and it's unique because there is a skin care boutique as you enter on the right and then towards the back and yoga studio. So very neat! This place is charming in so many ways we will be back”

“My absolute favorite Greek neighborhood joint. It looks unassuming from the outside, but the food really tastes like you’re in the Mediterranean. I order this at least once a week and never get sick of it!”

“Bomb sandwich! So yummy. We took two, one salami and one prosciutto. The bread was still warm from the oven. The truffle honey and paste makes it wonderful. Loved it”

“The food and the atmosphere are AMAZING”

“la comida esta muy buena”

“The food and environment!”

“Came across the on a walk back from Venice Beach. Highly recommend.”

“Fun place, great food/coffee , great energy without all the excessive pretentious weirdness. The most authentic and sincere business in that area.”

“Drove from Pasadena for a couple sliced brisket sandwiches. Well worth the drive. Always delicious.”

“Always the first place I go when I get to LA”

“If you are from the east coast, Great Western Cheese Steak is like being at home. I have been here for more than 30 years and will not order a cheese steak anywhere else. These are the originals!”

“Got the OG burger, and a banh mi the day before. The OG is a fantastic In-N-Out inspired burger. Really nailed it. Highly recommend. The Korean BBQ banh mi is one of the better banh mis I’ve had in a long time. Nice staff too, casual atmosphere. Def will be coming back.”

“Excellent service great ambience ‘ they also have the amazing tequila card with a variety of tequilas . P”

“Delicious sandwiches! Beat the line and go early”

“A fantastic discovery. After almost ten days of burgers and American junk food, finding a place that does real Italian food was like finding heaven!! Fair prices compared to average and fair portions.
I had the spaghetti with pesto and burrata and it was really good! A small clarification: the pasta was a little overcooked, I prefer it al dente.
Don't pay attention to the negative reviews, coincidentally they are non-Italian people who know little or almost nothing about pasta.
I highly recommend you try it!!”

“7 years between visits and still as amazing. The coffee is an experience. An absolute must have.
We also opted for a pear cake , a sprinkle donut and chocolate chip sea salt cookies.
Wish they had a Menotti’s where we live.”

“Marlene was so lovely! A true hole in the wall and George puts care into the food! Their house made salsas & sauces are incredible, highly recommend the salsa verde and the green crema! (Can't go wrong with any tbh) Get the fish taco too!!! Can't wait to go back ❤️ ✨”

“Extremely efficient service. Very cheap considering the huge portions! Absolutely delicious i will definitely come back here many more times. My bf even went back for a second huge burrito and large horchata for $13.”

“Luis and Grant are AMAZING!!!! They’re my heroes- and my puppy Max LOVES Salmon Omega Rich Rice! Sooooo goood!!! And so happy that Kreation is back on Abbott Kinney!”

“Tried it yesterday. Stopped for a coffee and stayed for the outdoor seating. The cappuccino was excellent!”

“Received a free sample at an event and I'm now hooked! Some of the best coffee I've ever had!”

“🥙☕️💜I am an avid taco lover. We had never been to this adorable Taco Restaurant in Venice Beach before.
The first thing I noticed was how clean it was.
I was now anxious to have my fave food in life - beef tacos! THEY WERE out of this world.
Our entire family enjoyed the food & a quaint ambience. The Coffee is excellent as well.
I give this “Young Kid Shop”’ 5 stars! Because, if it is not on the Menu, I would bet my life Miss NADIA would not only make it, it would be absolutely delicious!
It is the cutest little beach taco shop on the boardwalk in Venice Beach. Check it out.
💟🥙🏖️”

“Consistent and fresh amongst a plethora of food trucks serving the exact same foods. Lots of seating and one of the more cleaner trucks I’ve seen and maintained. Try the Al pastor, I love it here.”

“stopped in this morning to grab something and run when Christina asked were I wanted to sit. I sat in the window over looking the putting green! what great atmosphere here. I ordered the breakfast burrito it was fantastic.”

“For a small take out poke place, this was great. The fish was fresh, and all the ingredients in our poke bowls were well thought out. We had the mango albacore poke bowl and the shitake chili tofu bowl.

Lots of people came and picked up takeout. They do have two small tables in the front on the sidewalk. I would definitely get their poke bowls again. Not much atmosphere needless to say.”

“Feels like all of the things that made Starbucks great! The barista’s are friendly. The patrons are kind to each other, and the drinks are perfect.

Hot lavender oatmilk match was terriffic!

Dietary restrictions: You gotta watch out—Starbucks likes to put random milk in their products. The baristas know which drinks have dairy, so you can always ask.”

“Esta exelente ese pollo no se xk esta diferente jugoso grujiente delicicioso”

“Very cute coffee shop on Abbot Kinney! It was my first time trying Alfred coffee and I will definitely be coming back. The staff was super friendly and I noticed the gentleman interacting kindly with what seemed to be regulars at the shop. Great energy and great coffee! I was pleased to find out they have many other locations in the area thanks to the baristas letting me know. Ordered an iced vanilla latte and it was delicious!”

“This Subway is really fast and serving and the people are really cool. Does anybody noticed that the sandwiches are super large recently did they change I have to ask next time I go there and they're huge so long I don't remember them being this big.”

“I love the Waterfront. Great food and service, bogo happy hour, nice people and chill vibe”

“Plant based ice cream with almonds as the main source? Who would have thought? Delicious”

“This place is truly the best. Delicious and fresh tacos, really kind servers and a cozy, home like atmosphere. A neighborhood staple and must go for tacos in Venice! Support small businesses”

“En general todo está bueno, en lo personal el café👍”

“the empanadas are exquisite. you have to try them to understand. this some homemade Argentina style 😋 deliciousness. Rico is a show to say the least. I will definitely stop by just to grab some more empanadas. my highlight of the boardwalk. like Rico says they're 🔥 fire.”

“Delicious pizzas in the heart of Venice.
The crust is just perfect, and you have an almost unlimited amount of topping options (you can also create your own).

10/10 would recommend (went two days in a row because it was so good)”

“Had a great meal! Forwent ordering potstickers in order to try the enticingly named Gang of 4 ×4 - a delicious decision! The Mao's Hometown was just-right spicy, and I'm sure they put more than $2 extra shrimp on my order. Service friendly and prompt, loved the art. I felt as though I had wandered back into college in the early '70s.”

“Because it was until 6 o'clock, I couldn't have the coffee I wanted, so I had Americano, and it was a perfect coffee with a slight acidity and nutty flavor. It was nice to eat because the atmosphere and seating were all right.

Parking: Parking is in a public parking lot... You have to pay about $6(?) to get it. (It’s a bit much to walk)
There is a place where you can park for free for 2 hours… It will be hard to find. I just recommend paid parking.

Kid-friendliness: Because I don’t have children… I think it will be ambiguous when the child comes.”

“One of my favorite spots on the boardwalk. Good food that isn’t expensive is hard to find around here. I get the spicy chicken bowl. Just chicken and rice but it’s so good.”

“Yum!!! I don’t know how this guy does it, but he’s making absolutely delicious and addictive pizza. A mix between Chicago bar pizza and New Haven thin crust. I ordered a double sausage, green peppers, mushrooms, and basil pizza. I asked for an extra crispy crust too. Perfection! He makes his own sauce and dough and with 2 painfully small countertop ovens, turns out mouthwatering pie. I’ve gone back a number of times now so he’s the real deal. I have the nerve to give him an 8.0 on the Barstool Sports scale. This guy needs a bigger place. No seating inside, just outside.

Oh, the pepperoni calzone was also excellent, but with pizza this good, why? And the pizza was only $15 bucks! If the owner gets a bigger place with proper ovens, watch out!”

“I got the Hawaiian dream açaí bowl and swapped the coconut flakes out for walnuts, the servers were helpful and fast. Simple with a nice cheerful vibe, but not much seating.”

“Cracking little bar… fantastic customer service and such a warm welcome.”

“Food is Amazing and Staff treats you like family. Been goung here since 1996 . My Favorite is the Chicken Enchildas with Hreen Sauce.”

“Bootleg Tacos never misses! Every time we visit LA, we stop by. This past visit we stopped by twice. Food is great, pricing is great, and they are very consistent.”

“Great service and Great product.”

“I thought the reviews of the shop were high and good.
I asked for Deep Pride OREO.
I was sure that something other than this would be recommended.
However, it costs about $15 for a pack of five.
I thought I had failed
Around the third bite, I started to feel the deliciousness of a donut.
This may be true for Japanese people who have eaten red bean paste.
It's not worth coming here to eat.
I think you should order something else.”

“I write for a music and coffee blog called Crooners In Coffeeshops, in which I interview local musicians at local coffeeshops. My writeup reflects the positive experience that I encountered at Flowerboy Project on our interview date. I had heard of the illustrious Flowerboy Project from not only friends in the Venice Beach area, but also from digital word-of-mouth as well as praise from the Los Angeles Coffee Guide. Since starting this endeavor, floral type coffees (i.e. rose, lavender, etc.) had become my jam, and I was genuinely intrigued with how the shop functions as both a florist and a coffeeshop, so why not follow through on my curiosity? Well, I definitely was not disappointed in my adventure and am already excited to make my way back! The nice thing about Flowerboy Project is that it’s located in a relatively quieter part of Venice. It’s close enough to the beach and the popular Abbot Kinney area without the heavy crowds, yet still gets enough foot traffic for locals to discover it and stay afloat as a business. It’s a smaller shop that can fill up quickly at the peek ‘I need coffee, stat!’ hours, but if you’re lucky enough to snag a seat inside you will never want to leave! The lush, garden/botanical-like atmosphere is highlighted with Insta-worthy gold and pastel accents to add a slight trendy feel with a playlist dedicated to classic surf rock reminiscent of its location. Now, all you need is one of their signature coffees and a yummy pastry and you’ll want to make Flowerboy your new favorite shop!”

“Just bad food. Had crab cakes, 3 salads and burger. None noteworthy. Everything else ok .”

“Had an outstanding night watching Chuck Prophet and the Mission Express at the Venice West. Venice West is an intimate venue with a perfect layout for live performances. Dinner was enjoyable and the staff was helpful and friendly. Now for the main event... Chuck Prophet and the Mission Express put on a heck of show. The band was tight and rocked the house. Every song was a hit and our group was blown away. Thanks for making great music! Looking forward to returning again for another memorable evening of great music and food.”

“There were hiccups here and there, but all was fixed and smoothed out.
We came here to celebrate my friends birthday and to say the least the food was fantastic and we will be back to celebrate again soon.”

“Bomb sandwich! So yummy. We took two, one salami and one prosciutto. The bread was still warm from the oven. The truffle honey and paste makes it wonderful. Loved it”

“Super déco et très bonne nourriture . Un vrai régal . On a adoré”

““The sandwiches were so good, the place was so nice! We had a great time » Paul 9 years old

Excellent family time! We wanted to eat everything!! The soups, sandwiches, salads, desserts... the quantities are very generous and the atmosphere excellent.
One of our holiday favorites.?”

“Wonderful atmosphere! My favorite place for breakfast. Staff are amazing and so friendly. They make you feel right at home!”

“I love the Waterfront. Great food and service, bogo happy hour, nice people and chill vibe”

“Hands down my favorite restaurant! 🥰”

“Fun place to eat and drink by the Venice pier!”

“The food and the atmosphere are AMAZING”

“This is another gem I take visitors to all the time, mostly for a late breakfast. I come here for 20+ years. I gotta be honest: If you are looking for the best ... whatever food .... in town, don't bother to go. This place is about atmosphere and having a good time. The food is good, and we had an amazing time with our waiter Shilly yesterday - and left well fed and with $100 for the four of us fairly priced - given the location I would have expected more. Wow - five stars for OK food? Absolutely. In my very own rating scheme, it is mandatory for five stars that I would be willing to do a 30+ min detour just to go to this particular place. And I did. Many times. And will do it again. We've been to the Ivy's in Beverly Hills the night before. It would be totally unfair to compare on a mere culinary basis. Go here - prepared to have a good time - and you will.”

“a bit pricey (at least here in downey) but the food is worth it!!”

“The naughty pie: 5/5. Can’t go wrong with hot honey and pepperoni combo, and the ricotta helps balance the stronger flavors.

The sunset square: 5/5. This one surprised me. It’s simple but satisfying. Very cheesy and the sweet marinara is great; I wish it had a little more sauce though.

Meat lovers: 4/5. Solid slice, very par for the course for a meat pizza. Great variety of meats but none really stand out, but that’s not a bad thing.

2 slices will get you pretty full, 1 may not be enough. There’s a lot behind the building you can park at as well as some street parking.”

“Delicious sandwiches! Beat the line and go early”

“Excellent service great ambience ‘ they also have the amazing tequila card with a variety of tequilas . P”

“7 years between visits and still as amazing. The coffee is an experience. An absolute must have.
We also opted for a pear cake , a sprinkle donut and chocolate chip sea salt cookies.
Wish they had a Menotti’s where we live.”