25 Essential Venice Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Venice.
Gold Rush BBQ
Florida
Casual, mining-themed restaurant with family-style BBQ food, sandwiches & all-you-can-eat specials.
Joey D's Chicago Style Eatery & Pizza
Florida
an everyday essential table known for disciplined pizza restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 86.3.
Skillets - Venice - Village Shoppes
Florida
Local restaurant chain serving classic breakfast fare & sandwiches in a warm, relaxed setting.
Mi Pueblo El Restaurante Mexicano & Cantina - Venice
Venice, Florida
Outpost of an upbeat area eatery offering classic Mexican plates & margaritas in colorful quarters.
Firehouse Subs Venice Marketplace
Venice, Florida
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
The Breakfast Cottage
Venice, Florida
American comfort foods are offered for breakfast & lunch in a quaint setting with a shady patio.
Rosebud's Steak & Seafood House
Venice, Florida
Elevated surf 'n' turf eatery with prime rib & fish dishes, plus pasta & other Italian entrees.
First Watch
Venice, Florida
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
BrewBurgers
Venice, Florida
Bustling, no-frills outpost featuring a range of hearty specialty burgers, sandwiches & draft brews.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Venice, Florida
Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.
Art Garden Cafe
Venice, Florida
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great dessert. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Blu' Island Bistro
Venice, Florida
Informal bar/eatery with beachy-chic decor offering all-day breakfast & lunch with global flavors.
Wawa
Venice, Florida
Convenience store chain known for sandwiches & coffee. Many offer fuel & are open 24/7.
The Old Salty Dog Venice
Venice, Florida
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Trattoria Da Mino
Venice, Florida
Petite Italian spot serving pizzas, pasta dishes & panini in a comfy setting with outside tables.
Bushido Sushi
Venice, Florida
Japanese standby offering entrees & a sushi selection in a low-key space with booth seats & a bar.
Paya Thai Curry
Venice, Florida
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Cafe Venice Restaurant and Bar
Venice, Florida
Upscale-casual cafe serving global fare amid pillars, arches, stone walls & sidewalk seating.
Bella Rimini Italian Restaurant
Venice, Florida
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
British Open Pub
Venice, Florida
Neighborhood bar offering British pub grub & live music in quaint, traditional surroundings.
Thai Bistro (Venice, FL)
Venice, Florida
Homestyle Thai dishes, with many vegan & gluten-free options, in a snug wood-accented dining room.
Darrell's Restaurant
Venice, Florida
Modern, down-to-earth place cooking up classic Southern comfort fare & wood-smoked BBQ.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Venice, Florida
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
T J Carney's
Venice, Florida
Old-school bar & grill with outdoor seats & an Irish theme, offering local bands, dancing & karaoke.
The Sand Trap Sports Bar & Grill
Venice, Florida
Basic strip-mall eatery with sports on TV & a menu of standard American & Thai specialties.