Restaurants in Venice

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

“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”

“Wow! We live here and have been wanting to try Great White for 4 years and finally got the chance. So cute, so delicious, Venice beach is iconic. Great views and service, friendly and sweet staff, 10/10 love ❤️”

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

“Had the absolute best time here last night! So pleased. Chef brought out some sugar snap peas that were crunchy, tasty, and thoughtful for a hungry party! Everything we ordered was fresh and delicious! Fish sandwich 10/10, mussels 10/10, great for vegetarian, pescatarian, or pregnant like myself so shopping for raw & cooked options for everyone at the table! The “local spot” ambiance is unbeatable, felt like home. Thank you for the service!”

“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.”

“The food and the atmosphere are AMAZING”

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

“Fantastic meal at Felix! You really can’t go wrong with an Evan Funke restaurant. The pasta was perfectly made, and the flavors were spot on. That said, I do wish the menu felt a little more distinct from his other restaurants. It’s definitely in line with his signature style, so if you’ve been to his other spots, you’ll find a lot of overlap.

The quality and service are definitely there—the staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive without being overbearing. The atmosphere is cozy but lively, with a great energy for date night or a special dinner with friends. Overall, Felix is absolutely worth a visit.”

“Our server Sean was amazing!”

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

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

“Delicious food and drinks!”

“My food and cocktail was genuinely some of the best I've ever had but the portions sizes for the price is very poor. I had the rendang mamuk with the nasi ayam rice. For $46 for the both (yes they are seperate, 42 for the meat, 4 for the rice), I felt the rice should've been included or have at least a bigger portion.”

“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.”

“I’ve dined here both as a walk-in and with a reservation, and each time I was greeted with the warmest smile. This restaurant is so intentional—from its cozy neighborhood charm to the elevated, seasonal menu and the ambiance set by an amazing record player and vinyl collection. The staff went above and beyond, even sharing local stories that made us feel truly connected to the space. The food was absolutely delicious, and I really appreciated the thoughtful touch of nonalcoholic wine options. Highly recommend!”

“TLDR: Good coffee, a little pricey. Worth a visit on your Venice beach outing.

I had very high hopes since this place came recommended. However parking is mess so it's not a convenient spot to get by. Also be prepared to wait for as much as 15 minutes, even if 2 people are ahead in the line. The staff takes their coffee seriously and does not take shortcuts.

Their espresso is stellar. Cappuccino is better than average (for the price). Latte is better than average too (for the price). 3 drinks for $30 with tip places this shop at the premium end of the spectrum.

Would I go back? Definitely for the espresso and other drinks that I have not tried, but more likely when I am already in the neighborhood.

Service is friendly and nice. There are signs that discourage you to bring your laptop and prefer that you do not work there. It's meant to spark conversation. I felt welcome and not rushed, even though it was a chaotic visit, 10 minutes before closing.”

“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”

“All around great restaurant”

“Exquisite creative brunch!”

“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!”

“We often visit Wabi, and are regulars at this amazing restaurant. We've sat inside, outside and at the bar. The experience is great and different every time. The food is amazing, the vibes are energetic and aesthetic, and we've been treated well by the people who work there. We ran into an issue with our service, and notified a hostess of our issue, who ended up being the manager. She profusely apologized for this inconvenience, corrected the issue and our service was impeccable for the rest of the night. Wabi is always a treat.”

“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”

“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.”

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“The food and the atmosphere are AMAZING”

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

“my boyfriend and I made a reservation the day of at 10:15 and there was no wait when we arrived. ambience was lively. host and staff were so friendly and welcoming. we ordered a total of 6 dishes because they are small portions: mixed rice with duck, squid plate, duck meatball, broccolini, pork gyoza, house ramen (total came out to ~100$)

everything was so amazing (especially the squid) and as someone who doesn't eat much, I could've honestly kept eating forever.”

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

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

“I truly adore this place. My cousin with celiac who rarely vacations came to visit me. I was panicked as I am new to LA and most places I found were not 100% gluten free. I came across this gem and we were both obsessed. We even went in two nights in a row! The food and wine are superb and every employee is dynamic, kind, informative, and all-around lovely. They also introduced me to my new favorite wine: Moravia for life! Very thankful to 401k for making my cousin’s trip and for cementing itself as one of my new favorite places.”

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

“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”

“Hands down my favorite restaurant! 🥰”

“Best Thai food I’ve ever eaten.”

“Buena comida 🥘 buen lugar para una buena velada”

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

“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”

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

““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.?”

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

“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 environment!”

“Best Peruvian Food ever!!!!”

“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.”

“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.”

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

“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!”

“Wow Bahn-mi! What a lovely treat this was. Friendly staff and delicious k-bbq Banh-mi on a crispy roll. Careful with this Sriracha chili sauce, it's no joke, extreme fire temps! Use very sparingly.”

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

“Great sidewalk cafe at Venice Beach with amazing fresh pastas. Make sure to arrive like an hour before closing cause they do close early if they run out of pasta. Everything on the menu is good and they’re helpful with recommendations.”

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

“Super fun Mexican food place in Venice. The food was really solid … loved the chips and guac, and the chicken burrito was in point. Salsa was spicy and well flavored. Great vibe. Yum!”

“Offers quality Mexican food with a casual and welcoming vibe. It’s a BYOB spot, which is a nice bonus, and the service is impressively fast. The staff are friendly, understanding, and helpful, making the experience even better. Definitely”

“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 ❤️ ✨”

“went here on a night out with friends! The drinks were really good and the vibe was great! The DJ was good too although people were shy to dance. Would definitely recommend! Only ding is I wish the bartenders were able to recommend drinks better.”

“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.”

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

“Such a fun spot in Venice! The vibe is super bright and welcoming and the staff made me feel right at home. I tried the strawberry matcha (amazing!) and the matcha lemonade which was very refreshing. Definitely a place I’d come back to whenever I’m in the area.”

“Consistently good food! We always go here and usually have a line. They have 2 small tables on the side, no seats. Tried the chicken, asada, lengua, and al pastor. $2/taco as of 5/2025. Park on the street. Ralphs parking lot now has a sign that their customers can not park there.”

“Last time I had a chippy that was this good when I was back home in January! So spot on to us British fantastic 10/10. Me and wife enjoyed it so much we took a large chips back to hotel with us.”

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

“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!”

“love this place but lately the music is SOOO loud and it's always like pop or rap - not like ambient music. Very hard to work here now, and I used to love doing so here but tough to focus. all the people around me felt the same and were sad about it too. Please can you reduce the volume of the music or change to something more ambient..it's a lot.”

“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.”

“🥙☕️💜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.
💟🥙🏖️”

“1. No customer bathrooms. Hard to give 5 stars when there’s no bathroom. Door not ADA friendly
2. No parking on the same side of the street but there’s free street parking within a 5 minute walk
3. 5 star coffee. They were out of the strawberry syrup but loved the vanilla latte.
4. $7 coffee
5. The decor/seating/wall is plywood and tile which feels eh, but comfy and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating”

“This is one of my favorite Starbucks on the Pacific Ocean. Grabbing a drink and stepping out on the patio for a minute offers the best SoCal moment. Away from the hustle of the boardwalk (the patio is protected) but high enough you can see the water, it's perfect. If you're wanting to see the sunset and don't want to walk to the shore, this is the best place in Venice Beach. Staff is friendly, the coffee drinks are good and the views are perfect. My favorite Starbucks in the Los Angeles are.”

“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.”

“Delicious sandwiches! Beat the line and go early”

“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.”

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

“The coffee is soooo good- I got an iced vanilla latte with a cream too and my friend got a matcha. The drinks are so good, the coffee had a true coffee taste while still being a sweet latte; most lattes now are sugary and less coffee. The coffee is not comprised at all. Most importantly the owner Nikita(I hope I am spelling his name correctly) was unbelievably kind and generous. I highly recommend this small business coffee shop!”

“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.”

“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 recently had the pleasure of indulging in what can only be described as the perfect pizza experience. The crust was beautifully golden-brown and toasty—just the way a pizza crust should be.”

“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.”

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

“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.”

“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.”

“Never again - liars, cheats, etc. dont book them - Dont trust them - they lie! And sadly for elementary students they lie and then last minute cancel but then call back and say they will take job?n?b?b? What is up with that!!! Do NOT bother - untrustworthy and disrespectful. Go with las guajalotas LA sooooo good and lovely humans”

“Great service and Great product.”

“Super duber FRESHLY PREPARED FOOD, great tasting Taco's. Great open attitude of the server and bartender willing made me a personalized margaritas. I will most definitely return and recommend.”

“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!”

“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.”

“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.?”

“Hands down my favorite restaurant! 🥰”

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

“Great sidewalk cafe at Venice Beach with amazing fresh pastas. Make sure to arrive like an hour before closing cause they do close early if they run out of pasta. Everything on the menu is good and they’re helpful with recommendations.”

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

“Best Thai food I’ve ever eaten.”

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