Best Brunch, Happy Hours, Cocktails, and Dinners on the Westside! VisitVeniceCa September 11, 2022 Attractions, Featured Event, Food, Drink & Nightlife, Maps & Itineraries, Neighborhood Hotspots, Restaurants & Bars, The perfect date, Venice Information Venice, Santa Monica, and Marina del Rey are a foodies paradise! Choose from over 20 local restaurants, bars, and tap rooms, open for dine it, take-out, and delivery! Check out our “must have choices!”. Baby Blues BBQ: Pull up and get some of the best ribs, brisket, tri-tip, wings, catfish, shrimp, corn bread, banana pudding, and much more! The restaurant has been a Venice favorite for the past 21 years, and has been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives, The Travel Channel and The Food Network. Foodies must have choice: Beef Rib. Babybluesvenice.com KASSI, Venice Beach’s Newest rooftop destination. Venice Beach welcomes a touch of Greek serenity with the opening of KASSI, the Hotel Erwin rooftop sensation invoking an easygoing Aegean escape right at home. Inspired by an appreciation for life’s simple pleasures and art of slow living, this new destination from Wish You Were Here Group (the team behind Elephante, Belles Beach House and more) captures the essence of Greece’s sophistication and laid-back charm. Foodies must have choice: Beef tenderloin skewer, lamb meatballs, & crudo chips. kassiclub.com Nalu Vida Located at 1 washington blvd, nalu vida stands out among venice beach restaurants, the closest to the ocean. whether you are searching for a high-energy restaurant in venice beach or a local venice restaurant favorite for lunch and dinner, we invited you to expereince the best of the coast. Foodies must have choice: Shrimp tacos. naluvida.com Belles Beach House Located just steps off the world famous Venice Boardwalk, Belles Beach House is an ode to the retro Tiki Bar and legendary artist Larry Bell/ Belles exudes the laid-back, island vibes of the 1970s serving Hawaiian inspired bites and vibrant crafted cocktails. Foodies must have choice: Miso Maple Salad, Teriyaki cheesburger, Salmon Roll. BellesBeachHouse.com Ōwa | Japanese Restaurant and Craft Cocktail Bar Ōwa is a return home for Japanese cuisine on Abbot Kinney. The culinary program showcases a modern take on sushi favorites and other Japanese classics using from-scratch recipes and fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Foodies must have choice: Soul Roll + Spicy Hotate Roll. owavenice.com The Waterfront Venice The Waterfront Venice is a California Beer Garden with amazing views of the Pacific Ocean. Situated between Rose and Navy on the famous Venice beach Boardwalk, our food & beverage menus celebrate California with carefully selected seasonal produce from local farms. thewaterfrontvenice.com. The Venice Whaler The Venice Whaler, a local institution, welcoming locals and visitors alike, since 1944. We’ve been an escape from reality, a place for celebration, and a favorite watering hole to numerous artists including the Doors, Beatles, and Beach Boys. So whether it’s our magical sunsets, our killer margaritas, or our world famous fish tacos that brought you in, we invite you to stay a while and join us in the same toast that we’ve been raising since 1944 – TO LIFE! Foodies must have choice: Whaler Burger. VeniceWhaler.com The Sidewalk Cafe The Sidewalk Cafe is a Venice Boardwalk landmark for 45 years, The Sidewalk Cafe offers fresh, high-quality, well-prepared food with generous portions. And all of our soups and sauces are homemade. Foodies must have choice: Philly Cheesesteak. thesidewalkcafe.com. La Cabaña Restaurant Since 1963, La Cabaña in Venice, CA-A genuine taste of Mexico. We are known for our Handmade Tortillas, Margaritas & Large Fiestas! Foodies must have choice: Table Side Guacamole. LaCabanaVenice.com Firestone Walker Venice Chill out on Firestone Walker Venice’s outdoor patio, head in to Venice Tap Room or view delivery options here. The Propagator Store offers Firestone Walker merchandise; cold packaged beer; and growler and crowler fills.Foodies must have choice: The Lion’s Fish and Chips. firestonebeer.com/venice. Hinano Cafe Hinanon Cafe has been serving world-famous burgers and cold beers just steps from the Venice Beach pier since 1962. Notorious for being Jim Morrison’s favorite Venice hangout. Foodies must have choice: Double Cheeseburger. HinanosVenice.com Gin Rummy Cozy tiki bar with pinball and arcade games serving cocktails and beer, plus happy hours. Foodies must have choice: Quesabirria Tacos + Chicken Wings. ginrummybar.com The Warehouse Restaurant, Marina del Rey The Warehouse Restaurant, Marina Del Rey, opened in 1969. Serving delicious seafood and steaks with amazing views. Plus a rad happy hour, Friday night salsa dancing, and live music on Saturday, and weekend brunch is what is happening at this historical Marina del Rey landmark. Foodies must have choice: prime rib. mdrwarehouse.com Cow’s End Cafe Get your favorite, fresh, made to order sandwiches, smoothies, salads, wraps, and more! The Cow’s End Cafe has been serving coffee, sandwiches, smoothies and more to Venice and MDR residents for 29 years (now 34 years). It is a beloved institution where the locals hang. The Cow’s End Cafe The Venice West Dinner and a show is the jam at The Venice West. Deviled eggs, Chicken Milanese, stacked burgers and tons more, make this spot a destination for dining as well as a killer music venue! Foodies must have choice: Slow Roasted Chicken and Garlic Gravy. thevenicewest.com Taven on Main Voted Santa Monica’s Most Loved Happy Hour! Main Street’s favorite neighborhood dive and game destination. California comfort food and classic cocktails served by Santa Monica’s best bartenders. Pool table, shuffleboard, good music, great times! tavernonmainsm.com Green Goddess Collective Venice’s Cannabis Dispensary is open regular hours. Their online menu is updated in real-time, so you’ll always see exactly what’s available. Check out their local deals here. GreenGoddessCollective.com . . Share with us your favorite local restaurant or business, so we can add them. Stay safe! Contact VP! Plan your Venice vacay with our Venice Destination Guide!
