Spend enough time in Venice, and you might commit to a “rollerblading phase,” or at least attend 6am meditation classes in someone’s condo. We have no guidance for you there. But we can help with restaurant ideas. Despite the tourist crowds and the weekend brunch circus, there are plenty of great restaurants in Venice, including the famous places that start with the letter G, casual post-beach hangouts, excellent bakeries, and seafood spots, and one pasta place that requires—and is worthy of—making a reservation way in advance. Whether you live in the neighborhood or have friends visiting LA who insist on a boardwalk tarot reading, here’s everywhere you should eat in Venice.
Looking for more great restaurants on the Westside? Read our Westside Hit List for all the best new options in the area.