RVR

Name: RVR
Address: 1305 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, California, 90291, US
Telephone: (310) 573-8077
Price range: $$
Rating: 4

$$$ • Japanese, Izakaya

Hours:
1305 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice
(310) 573-8077

Menu Reserve

About RVR

RVR, a lively addition to Venice, offers an enjoyable dining experience with a vibrant atmosphere. Located in the former site of a ramen house, it retains its traditional charm while adding a modern touch. The food is excellent, featuring dishes like sautéed fried rice with mushrooms, hand rolls, botarga salad, and ramen. The menu is diverse, with options for vegetarians, including sweet potatoes, and small plates like mixed rice with duck, squid plate, duck meatball, broccolini, pork gyoza, and house ramen, all meant for sharing.

The service is friendly and welcoming, with staff members taking care to understand dietary restrictions and allergies. They are accommodating to families, providing baby chairs and understanding of messes. The space is stylish and cozy, perfect for both casual lunches and dinners. The restaurant’s location on Abbott Kinney adds to its appeal, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.

The lively ambience is enhanced during weekend DJ sessions, where vinyl records are played and album covers displayed, creating a unique vibe. The restaurant is known for its creative and craveable Asian fusion dishes that feel both thoughtful and satisfying without being heavy. The atmosphere is casual yet stylish, with a bustling open kitchen and moody lighting that captures the Venice vibe.

Guests often find the food so good that they could keep eating forever, especially the squid. While getting a table can be challenging due to its popularity, once inside, it’s an experience not to be missed. RVR combines casual and special elements seamlessly, making it a memorable dining spot with a trendy, stylish environment.