They are not friendly towards those with disabilities. I am genuinely sad to write this. I loved Venice Cafe. It’s so pretty and I took many friends that had never been there as well as went on many dates there with my partner. Last weekend I was shocked when the bartender, oddly eagerly and with a smile, told me that I couldn’t stay because I had my dog. I let her know that she was a certified service dog and she rolled her eyes, which I assume was because I don’t look sick, and let us in. So, we went out to the patio. To clarify: I have had multiple back surgeries and more to come due to a car accident that left me unable to walk without assistance. I went from wheelchair to walker to cane and as of February I have been able to walk again on my own. (Yay!!) My service dog helps me by noticing if I start to get off balance and alerts me with a bark as well as picking up items for me that I have dropped. That same bartender hastily told on me and the owner(maybe a manager idk, it was some older white guy)and he came out and told us that we couldn’t stay. He was truly harsh and straight up mean about it. There was no kindness in the way he delivered the news. I tried to explain why I need my dogSweet Dee with me and he kept cutting me off saying, “It doesn’t matter. Dogs aren’t allowed here”. I felt ostracized for being disabled, especially in the demeaning & condescending way he was talking to me. I’ve had people ask why I need her, but never kicked us out, and I certainly have never had someone harshly kick me out in front of other customers. I couldn’t hold it in & accidentally started sobbing in front of everyone. I was mortified. I hate crying in front of anyone and here I am public sobbing. It was so embarrassing. He didn’t even apologize for the situation. He just walked away. The sweet outdoor bartender apologized. The indoor bartender was smiling when we were walking out and grinned as she said sorry. I’m not sure why she clearly didn’t like me. I didn’t say a thing and walked out with tears running down my face. I have never been treated so poorly for being disabled. I’m sad to say that we will never go there again. I have some pictures of me in the past and us the night of the incident, with her service vest on.
John Shadley
I've been coming to this eclectic, artistic, ever-changing bar for years. I do miss the Rastafarian cooks from the old days in the late '80s. It is a mandatory stop for a drink or three whenever out of towners want to do something a little" different ". From the first floor to the upstairs to the various patio areas there is something interesting and wonderful around every corner. Just do it !
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Pamela S
Quirky but fun place. Good music. Good drinks. Would have been 5 stars, but the door guy has a bad attitude, which was a drag. Sad, because he's the 1st impression of this otherwise fine establishment.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Sarah C
Amazing unique establishment with delicious variety of drinks and decor for days. Door guy sooooo not friendly, makes it obvious he doesn't want to be there.
Shawn Turner
Kitchen closed. Great music. Great adjacent dining open later. Chardonnay was subpar. Great energy, decor, and photo ? opportunities. Definitely, found a neat area to explore. Got there at 9 pm hoping to go earlier before kitchens close. Shouldn't drink on empty stomach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Deja Lawson
Absolutely surreal! The atmosphere is beyond mind-blowing. A literal wonderland and the drinks are awesome :)
Parking: They have their own lot.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Rishi Joshi
My wife and I headed to The Venice Cafe for nightcap drinks on our date night. The decor was quirky and interesting, though a bit over the top. Live music added to the lively atmosphere. Since the weather was nice, we opted for the patio, which was a fantastic choice--it was lovely out there. You have to self serve and order the drinks at the bar with cash only.
A couple of things to note: the whole place is cash only, but they do have an ATM for convenience. Also, since it was the weekend, there was a $5 entry fee per person. Despite these quirks, we had a great time and enjoyed the unique vibe.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Sarah Booras
If meow wolf had a bar, this would be it! Visually stunning and the band was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Malena H
littest bar of all time ‼️‼️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Styleby Cre
I've lived in st.louis my entire life and have never been inside until moving away and acting as a tourist. Very chill spot with plenty of interesting things to view while sipping on a cocktail.
Wow!! This place has a vibe & I'm loving it! Cash only. I don't know what the food options are/might be but the place is amazing with a Hippie welcoming vibe & I will be back next week. ✌️?
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Hutson
Such a fun place, and so creative. Cash only! Free street parking outside.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Matt Ellison
Great cacophony of decor, ubiquitous mosaics, very similar to what you see in STL's City Museum. Heard a medicore blues band but it was just fun and easy.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Scott Stieven
Was such a cool spot for drinks and live music
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heidi A
Loved the eclectic atmosphere & a great band was playing the night we were in. Can’t wait to go again!
They are not friendly towards those with disabilities. I am genuinely sad to write this. I loved Venice Cafe. It’s so pretty and I took many friends that had never been there as well as went on many dates there with my partner. Last weekend I was shocked when the bartender, oddly eagerly and with a smile, told me that I couldn’t stay because I had my dog. I let her know that she was a certified service dog and she rolled her eyes, which I assume was because I don’t look sick, and let us in. So, we went out to the patio. To clarify: I have had multiple back surgeries and more to come due to a car accident that left me unable to walk without assistance. I went from wheelchair to walker to cane and as of February I have been able to walk again on my own. (Yay!!) My service dog helps me by noticing if I start to get off balance and alerts me with a bark as well as picking up items for me that I have dropped. That same bartender hastily told on me and the owner(maybe a manager idk, it was some older white guy)and he came out and told us that we couldn’t stay. He was truly harsh and straight up mean about it. There was no kindness in the way he delivered the news. I tried to explain why I need my dogSweet Dee with me and he kept cutting me off saying, “It doesn’t matter. Dogs aren’t allowed here”. I felt ostracized for being disabled, especially in the demeaning & condescending way he was talking to me. I’ve had people ask why I need her, but never kicked us out, and I certainly have never had someone harshly kick me out in front of other customers. I couldn’t hold it in & accidentally started sobbing in front of everyone. I was mortified. I hate crying in front of anyone and here I am public sobbing. It was so embarrassing. He didn’t even apologize for the situation. He just walked away. The sweet outdoor bartender apologized. The indoor bartender was smiling when we were walking out and grinned as she said sorry. I’m not sure why she clearly didn’t like me. I didn’t say a thing and walked out with tears running down my face. I have never been treated so poorly for being disabled. I’m sad to say that we will never go there again. I have some pictures of me in the past and us the night of the incident, with her service vest on.
I've been coming to this eclectic, artistic, ever-changing bar for years. I do miss the Rastafarian cooks from the old days in the late '80s. It is a mandatory stop for a drink or three whenever out of towners want to do something a little" different ".
From the first floor to the upstairs to the various patio areas there is something interesting and wonderful around every
corner. Just do it !
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Quirky but fun place. Good music. Good drinks. Would have been 5 stars, but the door guy has a bad attitude, which was a drag. Sad, because he's the 1st impression of this otherwise fine establishment.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Amazing unique establishment with delicious variety of drinks and decor for days. Door guy sooooo not friendly, makes it obvious he doesn't want to be there.
Kitchen closed. Great music. Great adjacent dining open later.
Chardonnay was subpar. Great energy, decor, and photo ? opportunities. Definitely, found a neat area to explore. Got there at 9 pm hoping to go earlier before kitchens close. Shouldn't drink on empty stomach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Absolutely surreal! The atmosphere is beyond mind-blowing. A literal wonderland and the drinks are awesome :)
Parking: They have their own lot.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
My wife and I headed to The Venice Cafe for nightcap drinks on our date night. The decor was quirky and interesting, though a bit over the top. Live music added to the lively atmosphere. Since the weather was nice, we opted for the patio, which was a fantastic choice--it was lovely out there. You have to self serve and order the drinks at the bar with cash only.
A couple of things to note: the whole place is cash only, but they do have an ATM for convenience. Also, since it was the weekend, there was a $5 entry fee per person. Despite these quirks, we had a great time and enjoyed the unique vibe.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
If meow wolf had a bar, this would be it! Visually stunning and the band was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
littest bar of all time ‼️‼️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've lived in st.louis my entire life and have never been inside until moving away and acting as a tourist. Very chill spot with plenty of interesting things to view while sipping on a cocktail.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
Wow!! This place has a vibe & I'm loving it! Cash only. I don't know what the food options are/might be but the place is amazing with a Hippie welcoming vibe & I will be back next week. ✌️?
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Such a fun place, and so creative. Cash only! Free street parking outside.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great cacophony of decor, ubiquitous mosaics, very similar to what you see in STL's City Museum. Heard a medicore blues band but it was just fun and easy.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Was such a cool spot for drinks and live music
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved the eclectic atmosphere & a great band was playing the night we were in. Can’t wait to go again!
Atmosphere: 5
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