Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Venice

18 restaurants available nearby

1. Bar Toscana

4.6

Exceptional(212)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Brentwood

Booked 2 times today

Bar Toscana is an intimate, chic cocktail bar next door to sister restaurant, Toscana, in the heart of Brentwood. Bar Toscana’s Executive Chef Justino Quirino curated a simple yet elegant menu with small plates, entrees, and "Street Food" Specials. Menu highlights include Bruschetta, Prosciutto e Melone, Caesar Salad, Beet Salad with goat cheese and hazelnuts, Tuna Tartare, Wagyu Truffle Sliders, and Polpette al Sugo, veal meatballs. Bar Toscana also features Pinsa, pizza’s airy, crispy-crusted, less caloric cousin. Spaghetti Squash and Homemade Lasagna are available, as well as some of Toscana's most popular dishes, such as Ravioli Pomodoro, Pappardelle Funghi, Salmon, Branzino, Veal Milanese, and Bistecca. Cocktails are hand-crafted, and the wine list is largely Italian-focused. This neighborhood lounge opens nightly at 5:00 PM and is ideally fashioned for unique cocktails, intimate dinners, and sparkling conversation. Takeout & delivery through ChowNow and Uber Eats.

2. La Vecchia Cucina

4.9

Exceptional(2101)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 9 times today

La Vecchia Cucina has been Santa Monica, California's finest neighborhood Italian restaurant since 1990, located by the blue Pacific on historic Main Street. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite, a full course dinner, an evening snack, or something in between, La Vecchia Cucina offers outstanding Italian cuisine, a great wine list, a luxurious selection of desserts, a full bar, great service and a relaxed atmosphere.

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3. Neighbors Playa Vista

4.1

Excellent(102)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Playa Vista

Booked 3 times today

Located inside the beautiful Runway complex. Neighbors is a restaurant offering a beautiful place for the playa vista community to call home. From our famous neighbors burger, to our amazing brunch menu selections. We have something to cover everyone’s appetite.

4. Casa Sanchez

5.0

Exceptional(945)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • West Los Angeles

Booked 14 times today

At Los Angeles’ Casa Sanchez Mexican Restaurant patrons will enjoy delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine, amazing cocktails as well as a live mariachi band. At this LA Mexican restaurant you can sit back on Tuesdayy- Sunday and listen to the live music or enjoy dinner and drinks under the stars on the outdoor patio. Whether you are looking for a romantic evening, out with a group, or just grabbing a quick bite you will enjoy the very diverse Mexican menu. The friendly and knowledgeable wait staff at Casa Sanchez Mexican Restaurant will assist you with anything you may need.

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5. Public School - Culver City

4.3

Awesome(415)

Price: Moderate

• American • Culver City

Booked 5 times today

Located in the heart of Downtown Culver City, Public School is a fun, school-themed gastropub that features a wide selection of local craft beers, classic drafts and craft cocktails. PS delivers "An Education in the Art of Food & Beer." We offer a chef-driven menu that is made from scratch using only the freshest quality ingredients. "Recess" (aka Happy Hour) is held Monday through Friday from 3pm-6pm.

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6. Barbianca Local Kitchen

4.3

Awesome(95)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina del Rey

Booked 1 time today

Mix a spoonful of northern Italian fare with a dash of California sensibilities and you get Barbianca Local Kitchen – an eatery located inside Hotel MdR. Live the So Cal lifestyle firsthand with our open floor plan that features indoor and outdoor dining resulting in an ever-changing restaurant experience. Of course, the real reason to visit Barbianca is the food, which is quite simply, “delizioso!”Barbianca also has live music on select nights and a painting class led by a local artist. Please inquire for details

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7. Wally's Beverly Hills

4.7

Exceptional(77)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Beverly Hills

Booked 25 times today

Wally's continues to trailblaze the beverage and culinary scene with the opening of Wally's Beverly Hills encompassing a cheese, wine and spirits retail store: a world-class concept encompassing a cheese shop and a wine and spirits retail store within an elegant yet casual restaurant setting. Wally's Beverly Hills is designed to be a one-stop shop for everything delicious – including cheese, specialty meats, caviar, and artisanal chocolates. With our peerless selection of rare spirits, extraordinary gourmet fare, and a list of over 100 wines by-the-glass to explore, each trip to Wally's is a journey to the world's finest vineyards.

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8. Flora Rooftop Bar & Lounge

4.0

Excellent(148)

Price: Moderate

• American • El Segundo

Booked 7 times today

At Flora you will take in spectacular views of the surrounding city, while sipping one of our unique signature cocktails. Enjoy a cozy romantic night out, with a fantastic bottle of wine, next to one of South Bays longest fire pits. With a focus on fresh and locally sourced ingredients, Flora Rooftop combines a modern and chic atmosphere with a diverse menu that caters to various culinary preferences. Indulge in a colorful fresh cuisine, with many of the robust flavors grown in the very garden you are dining in. We have options for everyone; Gluten-Free, Vegan, Non-Alcoholic Mocktails, and more! Connect with friends, celebrate your birthday, or host the best corporate happy hour imaginable!Located where the 405 & 105 freeways meet. Very short Uber/Lyft ride from LAX, Sofi Stadium, the Forum, and all the beach cities. AC Hotel offers airport and local event parking at very competitive rates. Private events & banquets

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9. Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill - At The Grove

4.7

Exceptional(462)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.

Booked 28 times today

Brothers Bruce and Eric Bromberg, creators of Blue Ribbon Restaurants in New York, Las Vegas and London, have arrived on the West Coast with the opening of Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar and Grill at The Grove in Los Angeles. The restaurant offers diners award-winning sushi offerings by Master Sushi Chef Toshi Ueki, Japanese steakhouse fare and Blue Ribbon classics in a warm, yet vibrant setting. Available for dinner and late-night dining, Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar and Grill’s expansive menu presents quality sushi and sashimi selections, including Toshi’s Choice Omakase and Blue Ribbon Maki with ½ lobster, shiso and black caviar. For options beyond the sea, Blue Ribbon’s signature dishes include Oxtail Fried Rice with daikon, shiitake and bone marrow; 30 oz. Bone-In Rib Steak with onion tempura and bok choy; and Blue Ribbon’s famous Fried Chicken with wasabi and honey.

10. Mauro Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(187)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.

Since 1992, Mauro Cafe has been a local establishment and Los Angeles destination in the heart of West Hollywood. Enjoy California Italian dishes all day in an extended outdoor seating area with music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and during Saturday and Sunday brunch. There is ample free parking as you shop Ron Herman and the neighborhood.

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Amy
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Just wonderful food and service! PB&J burger was amazing!
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Public School - Culver CityPrice: Moderate• American• Culver City
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4.3
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DianaVIP
Los Angeles •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Mike and Daniel and Ignacio and Hector took great care of us. The food is always great. Thanks guys. We had a wonderful time.
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La Vecchia CucinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.9
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Wendy
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 4, 2024
Wonderful decoration we went last week for my mother’s birthday, the mariachi are pleasant. The food was tasty, the Cadillac have too much salt in them I returned 2 of them and they made it way better. The indoor decorations were the highlight of my night.
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Casa SanchezPrice: Moderate• Mexican• West Los Angeles
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5
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Tia
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Oct 6, 2024
I’ve lost track of how many times I’ve been to the R&B Brunch. Always a good time!
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Neighbors Playa VistaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Playa Vista
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4.1
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laura
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 2, 2024
Very nice experience. Great service! Small portions
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Bar ToscanaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Brentwood
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4.6

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Bar Toscana

2. La Vecchia Cucina

3. Neighbors Playa Vista

4. Casa Sanchez

5. Public School - Culver City

6. Barbianca Local Kitchen

7. Wally's Beverly Hills

8. Flora Rooftop Bar & Lounge

9. Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill - At The Grove

10. Mauro Cafe

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