35 Best Bars near South Venice

Outlook Sports Bar Bar • $
889 U.S. 41 Bypass S, Venice

Customers` Favorites

Margherita

“Never been here but after reading owners reply back to the " black " complaining he got poor service bc he's black makes me want to go check the place out . I found the people who scream racism are the only racists . I'll visit this bar Saturday and give a review“

3.9 Good38 Reviews
Shipwreck Pub Bar • $
125 S Indiana Ave, Englewood - 7.82 miles

“Hands Down the Best Neighborhood Spot: Neighbor’s Beer and Wine

If you want a place that feels like home with a heartbeat of genuine warmth, look no further than Neighbor’s Beer and Wine. From the moment I walked in on Derby Day, the energy was electric — hats, laughter, and a crowd that truly knows how to celebrate community.

The owners, Bill and Natalie, are nothing short of spectacular. They don’t just run a bar; they cultivate a neighborhood sanctuary where everyone feels welcome, appreciated, and part of something real. Their friendliness and personal touch shine through in every corner of the place — from Cheryl’s attentive bartending to Heidi’s legendary hot dogs outside, this team knows how to make an impression.

Under their stewardship, the space has transformed into a brighter, more inviting hub, balancing tradition with fresh new energy. The non-smoking policy inside makes it comfortable for everyone, while the outdoor seating ensures no one’s left out. Whether it’s watching football, throwing darts, or rocking the Kentucky Derby hats, this is where memories are made.

If you haven’t been yet, you’re missing out on one of Englewood’s best-kept secrets. This isn’t just a bar; it’s a community experience crafted with heart. You’ll leave feeling like family — and believe me, you’ll be coming back for more.

I can't wait to go back“

4.7 Superb39 Reviews
Wally's Pour House Bar • $
1730 S Tamiami Trail, Venice - 1.21 miles

Customers` Favorites

Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
Shredded Pork Wrap Special
Wally Burger on the Grill
Wally Burger and Fries
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Pulled Pork Special
French Dip Sandwich
NE Clam Chowder
Perogie Sampler
Pierogi Prep

“great burgers and good food good waitresses great bar“

4.4 Superb78 Reviews
Farfelu Wine & Cheese Cafe Bar • $$
266 S Tamiami Trail, Venice - 3.26 miles

Customers` Favorites

Charcuterie

“They cook on site, homemade sauces, smiling faces, reasonable prices, all in all I give them a five star rating“

5 Superb8 Reviews
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Will's Bar • $
232 S McCall Rd, Englewood - 7.75 miles

“Cold beer Great bar good atmosphere Cool place“

4.6 Superb17 Reviews
Ironhead Bar • $
232 S McCall Rd, Englewood - 7.75 miles
4.8 Superb5 Reviews
The Diamonds Corner Bar Bar • $
1195 U.S. 41 Bypass S, Venice - 2.24 miles

“Nice folks coming in for COLD beers. No drama or loud mouths acting stupid. Clean bathrooms and even though it’s a smoking bar it has a great ventilation system. Friendly bartenders!!“

4.4 Superb7 Reviews
The Backyard at Skip’s Marina Bar • $
1990 Placida Rd, Englewood - 10 miles

Customers` Favorites

Backyard Burger

“Great spot to chill! Music, friends, drinks, food. Alongside a cove along the intracoastal waterway in Englewood/Grove City. Wonderful hidden gem. The owners have done a great job rebuilding TWICE from storms - go support local!!!! You can get boat rentals there as well.“

4.1 Good51 Reviews
Teddy's After Dark Bar • $
125 N Tamiami Trail, Osprey - 3.5 miles

“Heard about this place and thought we'd stop by. Went in about three steps and knew right away we didn't want to take a seat. People were so crowded together it was like being in an elevator. Maybe they all knew each other? A couple invited us to sit with them. Where, on their laps? Five stars for friendliness.“

3.5 Good13 Reviews
Cafe Venice Restaurant and Bar Bar • $$
101 W Venice Ave, Venice - 3.46 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mediterranean Salad with Grilled Chicken Breast
Crab Stuffed Flounder
French Dip Sandwich
Tomato Basil Bisque
Turkey Sandwich
Pot Roast Dinner
Beef Short Ribs
Salmon Salad
Clam Chowder
Spinach Salad

“One of my favorite places on the Island, Food, Drinks and overall employees are outstanding. Fabulous...“

4 Good62 Reviews
Calico Jack's Bar • $
1950 Beach Rd, Englewood - 9.78 miles

“great dive bar.Love it.DontexittheKeyw/ostopping.“

3.7 Good31 Reviews
Dockside Waterfront Grill Seafood • $$
509 N Tamiami Trail, Venice - 3.81 miles

Customers` Favorites

Tuna Nachos Well We Ate Them They'Re Gone
Shrimp Tacos with Yellow Rice
Blackened Grouper Sandwich
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Boom Boom Grouper Wrap
Haddock Fish & Chips
Yellowfin Tuna Nachos
Dockside Garden Salad
Double Lobster Rolls
Shrimp and Scallops

“Ashly or i think that was her name was a great server“

4.5 Superb392 Reviews
Englewoods On Dearborn Restaurant American • $$
362 W Dearborn St., Englewood - 7.38 miles

Customers` Favorites

Greek Salad with Grilled Shrimp
Asian Chicken Salad Blackened
Old World Vienna Schnitzel
Seared Ahi Tuna Appetizer
Shrimp and Cheesy Grits
Chicken Breast Sandwich
Chocolate Lava Cake
Lollipop Lamb Chops
Duck Pot Stickers
Shrimp and Grits

“The Best combination of the most talented musicians on the Gulf Coast entertaining you while enjoying a great menu and stellar service. My favorite venue and I've been to a lot...“

4.6 Superb119 Reviews
Sands on Miami Salad • $
239 Miami Ave W, Venice - 3.47 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled or Blackened Grouper
Hummus & Pita Chips
Italian Meatball
Chicken Tenders
Caprese Salad
Sands Frites
Carrot Cake
Quesadilla
Edamame
Nachos

“Being from the Newengland area and have traveled the world I have always gravitated toward a restaurant like Cheers! Jim and his professional team has created an amazing environment with extremely delicious appetizers and entrees in that fashion. The beer is cold, the wine is quality and the cocktails are made to perfection. With chef Josh in the kitchen the presentation and taste of every entree is priceless. Regardless if you live here in beautiful Venice or visiting our lovely community Sands comes highly recommend from me and my family and friends!
Cheers!
Mark“

4.8 Superb43 Reviews
Benny Bada Bings Pizza Italian • $
1815 S Tamiami Trail, Venice - 0.98 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spaghetti & Meatballs
Linguine Carbonara
Cheese Pizza Slice
Pasta Fagioli Soup
Eggplant Parmesan
Christmas Cookies
Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Piccata
Antipasto Salad
Slice of Pizza

““Fantastic”food served by a great ,friendly staff.“

4.5 Superb91 Reviews
Shipwrecked Bar & Grill Bars • $$
576 Blackburn Point Rd, Osprey - 9.69 miles

Customers` Favorites

House Salad - Avocado Garlic Lime Housemade
House Salad - Cajun Ranch
Blood Orange Ceviche
Sweet Potato Fries
Broccoli & Carrots
Shrimp & Scallops
Mashed Potatoes
Sautéed Onions
Grilled Shrimp
Chicken Flautas

“Stopped in for lunch, Ben was nice and chatty, everything we had was awesome, my friend had the Ahi Nachos she said they were amazing, I had the crab cakes and my husband had the Triple Bypass half sandwich both tasted great! We’ll be back!“

4.5 Superb79 Reviews
Red Grouper Tavern Seafood • $$
345 Commercial Ct, Venice - 4.37 miles

Customers` Favorites

A Loaded Baked Potato and a Side of Broccoli
Live Maine Lobster Roll
Fresh Vegetable Side
Lobster Bisque
Grilled Salmon
Fish and Chips
Fried Calamari
Fried Grouper
Grouper Bites
Key Lime Pie

“Great food Great service. Prices extremely reasonable!“

4.4 Superb124 Reviews
Casey Key Fish House Bar & Grill • $$
801 Blackburn Point Rd, Osprey - 9.8 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mussels with Garlic Butter Marinara
Blacked Grouper Taco Special
Grilled Grouper Sandwich
Fried Grouper Sandwich
Almond Crusted Snapper
Lobster Mac and Cheese
Xblackened Fish Tacos
Red Snapper Special
Mahi Mahi Sandwich
Chicken Fingers

“This is exactly what you hope to find in a Florida waterview restaurant, great view and vibe! We split a grouper sandwich, and got the coleslaw. The sandwich was terrific, but the coleslaw is mind blowing! We also got the key lime pie. I’d get all of it again! Hoping our next visit will be by boat!“

4.3 Superb241 Reviews
Tarpon Point Grill and Marina Seafood • $$
121 Playmore Dr, North Port - 8.09 miles

Customers` Favorites

Raw Oysters on the Half Shell
Firecracker Shrimp Tacos
Oysters Rockefeller
Grouper Sandwich
Baja Fish Tacos
Walleye Dinner
Coconut Shrimp
Fish Sandwich
Fish & Chips
Hush Puppies

“To perfection blackened Wlleye desserts were wonderful. The white chocolate martini was out of this world.“

4.3 Superb220 Reviews
BrewBurgers Back Porch American • $
545 S Tamiami Trail, Venice - 2.88 miles

Customers` Favorites

Brewburger's Chili with Onions & Cheddar
Halfway Famous Rare Ale Beer Cheese
All Dressed Up Tater Tots
Brew City French Fries
Hawaiian Burger
Alpine Burger
Homemade Chips
Funnel Fries
Patty Melt
Side Tots

“Great food and better at atmosphere!!! Burgers are best in town!“

4.3 Superb88 Reviews
The Old Venice Pub Sports Bar • $
100 W Venice Ave, Venice - 3.48 miles

Customers` Favorites

Stella Artois
Craft Beer

“Just one of those places that tugs on the past“

4.3 Superb52 Reviews
Englewood Billiards & Brew Pizza • $
622 N Indiana Ave, Englewood - 6.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Captain Morgan and Coke
14 Plain Cheese Pizza
Meat Lovers Pizza
Margarita Pizza
Slider Burgers
Supreme Pizza

“Staff, food, prices! We love it there!“

4.3 Superb25 Reviews
Plaza Mexico Mariscos Mexican Restaurant Bar & Grill Mexican • $
405 U.S. 41 Bypass N, Venice - 3.61 miles

Customers` Favorites

One Bean Burrito and 1 Cheese Enchilada
Fresh Table Side Guacamole and Chips
Lunch Enchiladas Supremas
Fried Beef Chimichanga
Carne Asada Plate
Salsa and Chips
Chips and Salsa
Burrito Supreme
Chicken Fajitas
Beef Enchilada

“Enjoyed our food and Juan made us the most fabulous cocktails.“

4.2 Good72 Reviews
Made in Italy Italian • $$
117 W Venice Ave, Venice - 3.46 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mezze Maniche Allo Scoglio
Cheese Ravioli Marinara
Bruschetta Al Pomodoro
Made in Italy Pizza
Gnocchi Sorrentina
Antipasto Italiano
Margherita Pizza
Tartufella Pizza
Chicken Parmesan
Pepperoni Pizza

“fantastic service and food. very accomodating . 10/10“

4.2 Good210 Reviews
Pineapple Tequila Mexican Restaurant, Grill & Cantina Mexican • $
1661 U.S. 41 Bypass S, Venice - 1.55 miles

Customers` Favorites

Carnitas Platter with Verde
Pineapple Tequila Chicken
Carne Asada Mexican Steak
Tortilla Chips and Salsa
It Was Chips and Salsa
Lunch Chicken Fajitas
Street Mexican Tacos
Chalupa Chile Relleno
Mexican Street Tacos
Chicken Quesadilla

“We love all the Tequila resturants ...Blue...Pink...Lime and now the Venice Pineapple Tequila that recently opened. We went to dinner tonight with friends there and had a great meal. We had about a 30 minute wait but well worth the wait time. Our server Yalitzaly was wonderful...she was super friendly and did a phenomenal job taking care and serving us. She was very experienced and accommodating ....I would say she is a super good valuble employee that cares about the resturants customers. Thanks Yalitzaly for making our night enjoyable and the desert was awesome ! Rap & Mary Peavy“

4.2 Good233 Reviews
Bella Vino & Cucina Italian • $$
3983 Destination Dr, Osprey - 10.6 miles

Customers` Favorites

Kids Spaghetti and Meatballs
Benny's Penne Bolognese
Franny Fancese
Stuff Shells
Dinner Salad

“We had our first dinner at Bella Vino tonight. Eggplant Rollatini with spaghetti, salad and homemade bread. Excellent. We will be back.“

4.1 Good35 Reviews
Paradise Grill American • $
1097 N Tamiami Trl, Nokomis - 6.24 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sirloin Steak & Bleu Cheese Salad
Blackened Chicken Caesar
Chicken or Beef Tacos
Chicken Quesadilla
Burger and Fries
Paradise Shrimp
BBO Pulled Pork
Paradise Burger
Key Lime Pie
Cheeseburger

“Diane was a stellar server and helped us with everything we needed. Prime Rib special is good. If you order the grouper with spinach, tomatoes and olives be ready for no spinach. Got two leafs!“

4.1 Good128 Reviews
White Elephant Pub American • $$
1855 Gulf Blvd #5729, Englewood - 9.83 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Grouper Sandwich
Peel and Eat Shrimp
Shrimp Cocktail
Grouper Fingers
Coconut Shrimp
White Elephant
Fish and Chips
Fried Chicken
Chicken Wings
Grouper Tacos

“Walk right off the beach, sit at the bar and have my favorite Rumrunner!“

4.1 Good146 Reviews
Trattoria Da Mino Italian • $
335 W Venice Ave, Venice - 3.56 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spaghetti Alla Carbonara
Burrata E Prosciutto
Eggplant Parmigiana
Linguine with Clams
Homemade Tiramisu
Cannoli Siciliani
Penne Alla Vodka
Margarita Pizza
Soup of the Day
Large Polpette

“Fabulous food, atmosphere and service. Have eaten at many Italian places and Trattoria is top notch. Employees make you feel welcomed and go above and beyond to make sure your experience is a positive one.“

4.1 Good167 Reviews
Englewood Moose Lodge 1933 Bars • $$$
55 W Dearborn St., Englewood - 7.64 miles

“The people are super excellent. The food is great. Love the Music and their dancers. Too“

4 Good85 Reviews
Chili's Grill & Bar Tex-Mex • $
4289 S Tamiami Trail, Venice - 2.06 miles

Customers` Favorites

Nashville Hot Chicken Crispers Combos
Chili's Secret Sauce Burger
Quesadilla Explosion Salad
Bottomless Chips & Salsa
Grilled Chicken Fajitas
Bottomless Tostada Chips
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Chicken Enchilada Soup
Sweet Corn on the Cob
Molten Chocolate Cake

“Me and my friends come here almost every Friday for happy hour. Sydney & Leland (hope I spelled those right!) are awesome. They have our drink orders memorized and always make happy hour fun for us.“

4 Good100 Reviews
The Waverly Restaurant & Bar Seafood • $$
2095 N Beach Rd, Englewood - 9.58 miles

Customers` Favorites

Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef
Beer Battered Fish & Chips
Oysters on the Half Shell
Clams on the Half Shell
Key West Fried Shrimp
Fresh Catch Sandwich
Peel and Eat Shrimp
Classic Lobster Roll
Oysters Rockefeller
Prime Rib Dinner

“Great food great service great views and some of the hardest working owner's plus the general manager and her husband that I know !!! Plus I can't wait to see it when it's all remodeled from the storm !!! They are still open and ready to fill you up on some very tasty and delicious food !!! It's on the beach what more could you ask for!!!You got to try it out!!! Then take a walk on the beach.“

4 Good303 Reviews
Daiquiri Deck Island Of Venice Seafood • $$
300 W Venice Ave, Venice - 3.57 miles

Customers` Favorites

Blackened Shrimp Tacos
Seafood Mac and Cheese
Two Lobster Tacos
Chicken Fingers
Conch Fritters
Daiquiri Deck
French Fries
Onion Rings
Gator Bites
Mahi Bites

“Joey was very welcoming and encouraging when I brought my 7 year old granddaughter to sing at open mic night. The atmosphere provided a great environment in which she could practice singing in front of other people.“

3.9 Good174 Reviews
Paraiso Mexican Grille And Bar Mexican • $
2639 Placida Rd, Englewood - 11.07 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Salsa Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes
Chips & Salsa to Go Only
Camarones A la Mexicana
Camarones A la Diabla
Ceviche de Camarones
Ceviche De Pescado
Enchilada Supremas
Chicken Quesadilla
Paraiso Enchiladas
Enchilada Suizas

“10/10!! Most authentic Mexican food around Englewood. Our server Valerie always does a fantastic job and is always on tops of our needs.

Kid-friendliness: She treats our daughter like a queen and even listens to her requests!! ?“

3.8 Good111 Reviews
The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset American • $$
131 Bayview Dr, Osprey - 10.67 miles

Customers` Favorites

Parmesan Truffle Fries
Lobster Mac and Cheese
Blackened Snapper
Grouper Sandwich
Grilled Grouper
Fried Calamari
Fish and Chips
Lobster Roll
Point Salad
French Fries

“We recently had our daughters Sweet 16 party at the point. Julie and her staff were amazing! The venue was decorated beautifully! The food was great. Views of Sarasota bay just gorgeous!“

3.8 Good234 Reviews

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