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    Fabios Pasta

    4.6 (137 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Noodles
    Open 11:30 am - 7:30 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Watered down

    To start with the shrimp did not look Like they did on the pictures posted The pasta sauce was so watered down and had no flavor Both the pesto and mushroom cream The pasta itself was good and soft and nice texture Not sure if I would return

    Steven P.

    Some of the best pasta I've had outside of Italy. Keep crushing it, Fabio! I'll be back to try more dishes!

    Gnocchi Alfredo

    Loved my gnocchi!! The guy working was very kind definitely stop by if you love pasta

    Nora T.

    A friend introduced me to this spot recently, and honestly... I get the hype! The unassuming window by Venice beach serving up delicious pasta, that you can enjoy under the sun with the sound of the waves - what's not to love!? I got spaghetti with pesto and burrata, and my friend got spaghetti alla vongole with shrimp. They were both fresh, perfectly cooked, and delicious! And decent portions too. If you are a pasta purist, you might wince at the chicken alfredo, but my friend, you are in the US after all. Fabio is incredibly friendly and treats you like a guest in his home. Highly recommend stopping by for plate of pasta, and stroll by the beach to burn it off. PS: Ask for chili flakes if you want a bit more of a kick!

    Fettuccine Truffle Mushroom Pasta
    Kayla L.

    WOW! What a surprise! Fabios Pasta is truly a hidden gem, the kind of cozy spot you might walk past but absolutely shouldn't. We came on a beautiful sunny day and immediately noticed how warm and personal the atmosphere felt. It was so sweet watching the owner interact with a regular, he knew their name and their usual order, which says a lot about the kind of place this is. My partner and I stopped by for a light bite and shared the fettuccine truffle mushroom pasta and their homemade tiramisu. The pasta was perfect, creamy, well-seasoned, and the truffle flavor was balanced (not overpowering like it can be at other places). You can really taste the care in the food. Fabio himself is incredibly welcoming and truly embodies the heart of Italian hospitality. If you're anywhere near Venice Beach, definitely give this place a try and support a local gem. You won't regret it!

    Alfredo Bolognese Garlic bread
    Ashley H.

    Food was yummy here!! Prices aren't actually as cheap because some sauces and add ons are more... Service is quick and they bring the food to you once you order. Outside is cute on the beach in the alley! Heaters too

    Christie S.

    Fabio's is one of my favorite gem homemade pasta spots. It's literally a hole in the wall! The best part is that it's 10 steps from the beach so you can enjoy your pasta while you watch the sunset. Perfect date night or hang with friends! The staff is so friendly and as a resident homemade pasta connoisseur, the food is a 10/10!

    fusilli + black truffle + italian sausage
    Caroline C.

    Delicious handmade pasta with an ocean view at a reasonable price? I don't think I can recommend Fabio's enough. Fabio himself was extremely kind and recommended some great pairings. Despite him being the only one working, our food was out very quick. The pasta itself was perfectly cooked with a nice texture. Both sauces were also very fresh, flavorful, and creamy. Solid portion sizes too. You order at the counter and sit outside. Either they call your name or bring it out to you. It can get a little cold at night, but there are heat lamps thoughtfully placed out by the tables. Lots of vegetarian and vegan options as well. The beautiful bowls are also such a memorable and unique touch. 100% recommend and I will certainly be back!

    Kyna S.

    Entrées: * Gnocchi Bolognese - rich, tomato-forward, and comforting. Adding sausage was a great choice and balanced the dish really well. * Rigatoni Alfredo (with chicken) - creamy, smooth, and satisfying. The chicken added extra protein and made it more filling without being too heavy. Overall: Fabio's is a great choice if you're looking for a casual, local-feeling spot near the beach. Dining outside with the ocean breeze really enhances the Venice experience. It can be a little challenging to find a table during busy times, but it's worth it. Service & Ambience: The owner was especially friendly and welcoming, which made the experience feel warm and personal. The seating area is shared with other businesses, so be sure to sit only at tables designated for the restaurant. Out of courtesy, we also returned our plates after finishing, which felt fitting for the laid-back, local setup.

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    Payal Z.

    This place is a hidden gem! Big variety of pasta that can be customized with different sauces and toppings for very reasonable price. It has seating outside overlooking the ocean and by the boardwalk - perfect for a beautiful sunny day. Very friendly staff. I'll be coming back again soon!

    Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe
    Tap D.

    Such a cute unassuming place in a side street off the Venice boardwalk. Just far enough to escape the noise. Cute walk up counter order, with quick service, and outdoor patio seating with heat lamps at night. The food was so fresh, the spaghetti feeling a little extra a la dente. The portions are very generous. We shared a cacio e pepe spaghetti and black truffle papparadelle pasta with added mushrooms. Dont forget the garlic bread, you could every table raving about it next to us! I preferred the truffle pasta over the pepe but they were both nice and creamy!

    Ricotta Spinach Ravioli and pesto pasta
    Kirstin Z.

    We went for a friends birthday dinner and I'm so glad I joined. I never knew this little gem existed. You almost don't know this place is there as it's literally a door in the wall with a Window. We ordered a plethora of items and everything was delicious. I especially liked the ravioli that was textured perfectly. The pesto was also really good as well as the spicy rigatoni. We completed the evening with a homemade tiramisu and it was everything I hoped it would be. Fabio was as fabulous as his food! He was smiling the entire time and you could tell took pride in what he cooked. I will certainly return!

    Cicao de Pepe

    Food was cold and tasted microwaved * Cute online, disappointing in person * Service felt passive aggressive * Overall okay, but wouldn't return

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    Highly recommend this establishment the food is great I recommend it 100% have come there many times

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    Thank you so much!!!!

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    Thank you Harry!!!

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    Thank you so much Itzel, it means a lot!!!

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    I recommend having the chicken Alfredo. This place is like a hidden gem. Definitely give it a try

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    Are there gluten free and vegan options?

    Yes we have gluten free and vegan options

    Are there vegan options?

    Yes we have vegan options. Our gnocchi, rigatoni, fusilli, spaghetti with marinara or spicy tomato sauces are vegan and they can be topped with mushrooms and veggies.

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    Noods

    Noods

    4.3(38 reviews)
    0.4 miVenice
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    I work around Abbot Kinney and am always looking for a decently priced lunch option. Enter Noods. I…read moreabsolutely love noodles, so I was beyond excited to try this spot. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful -- especially for an indecisive person like me -- pointing out what's popular, what they personally like, and what they recommend. I chose to go the "build your own" route and landed on: 1. Base: Chili Garlic 2. Noodles: Yakisoba 3. Protein: Fire-grilled chicken 4. Toppings: Carrots, cabbage, red peppers, sesame seeds, crunchy chili garlic The portions are solid -- I easily got two meals out of one bowl. Since I like spice, they gave me a side of their spicy sauce, which added both sweetness and heat. With all the sauce, it was definitely a bit messy, but the flavor was bold and the kick was real. The noodles and chicken were cooked well, though next time I might choose something a little less intense so I can better appreciate all the ingredients. With that much heat and garlic, some of the other flavors got lost. All in all, lunch for about $25 on Abbot Kinney is a great deal, and I'll definitely be back to try more combinations!

    I was curious about this new noodle shop on Abbot Kinney! It's small, with a few cafe tables…read moreoutside and one inside for seating. Most people order to go. The food was made fresh so served hot and the taste was delicious. HOWEVER. I did takeout and didn't look at the container until I opened it to eat. Major disappointment and concern as their thin plastic containers are most likely not heat resistant, which means chemicals leach into food. Cool concept as a store offering only noodle dishes but PLEASE change your serving and takeout containers!!

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    Garlic Chilli Noods

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    Noodsalad

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    VENICE RAMEN - Spicy Tonkotsu

    VENICE RAMEN

    4.3(503 reviews)
    0.9 miVenice
    $$

    We were on our way to the beach and started getting hungry, so we decided to stop at a random ramen…read morespot along the way. We got there right as they opened and were seated and able to order immediately. The food and service were both top tier. The broth was incredibly flavorful and had just the right amount of kick. You could tell it had been simmering for hours, even though they had just opened for the day. The chashu pork was served piping hot and had the perfect texture, not too fatty and not too lean. The noodles were perfectly al dente as well, exactly how I like them. The seating is a bit tight, so I'd recommend coming early. I can easily see this place getting long waits once the lunch or dinner rush starts. Definitely one of those random finds that ended up exceeding expectations.

    Visited for the first time when I was in the area and wow the ramen quality is amazing! Their…read morenoodles are handmade and so is the broth. One sip and you can tell it's been simmering for hours for that real flavor. I recommend the chuka soba, that one is my favorite and I like to add some black pepper seasoning on top for extra flavor! They are very friendly and have amazing customer service too. Space isn't too big so I recommend coming early to snag a table if you have a big group. Shoutout to Chef Hideko and Sho!

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    VENICE RAMEN - Love being able to see the kitchen! Server was super friendly.

    Love being able to see the kitchen! Server was super friendly.

    VENICE RAMEN - Spicy Tonkotsu

    Spicy Tonkotsu

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    Sunny Blue - Miso beef and spicy salmon

    Sunny Blue

    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    May 31, 2026 | Santa Monica | After arriving back from Catalina Island, friends, and I stopped at…read moreSunny Blue for dinner! My Bento Box included two rice balls of my choice, and I selected the edamame & Japanese pickles as my two sides! Spicy Salmon Omusubi | Delicious, filling, includes chili seasoning, & lightly spicy! I can handle the heat, so it depends on your spice tolerance! The rice ball is also topped with furikake seasoning & sesame seeds! Tuna Mayo Omusubi | Delicious, filling, includes albacore tuna, sliced cucumbers, chili seasoning & red onions! I opted for the spicy mayo, though you have another choice of wasabi sauce! Mainopoly Event | While at the event, I tried the Salmon Omusubi, which was quite memorable & ended up being one of my favorite dishes! Inside | Standing room only! You order food to go inside at the counter! Since it's a narrow space, people tend to wait outside or near the door! Customer Service | Friendly & helpful with the menu! Overall | Yes, please! Food is delicious here & I'm looking forward to returning and exploring more of the menu!

    No dine-in space, so enjoying the omusubi fresh meant eating at the pathway right in front of the…read morestore while people-watching on Main Street. Everything's made fresh to order but the waiting time was relatively decent. They did serve plenty of choices including for vegetarian options. We got their Spicy Salmon and Sunny Blue Curry. The first one was bit more tomato-ey flavor to my palate than spicy. The rice was perfectly cooked and moist coated in crunchy nori wrap. The salmon was pretty generous as well. I would recommend the latter more though as the curry flavor was so bold and delectable, well elevating the tender chicken.

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    Sunny Blue - Spam misubi and ebi mayo

    Spam misubi and ebi mayo

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    Paloma Venice  - Hummus with  wagyu steak, nice!

    Paloma Venice

    3.5(293 reviews)
    0.7 miVenice
    $$$

    We've been residing in Venice for 6 yrs and live a few blocks walking distance from Paloma and have…read morenever been! So finally for our one year wedding anniversary, my hubby made us dinner reservation. And it was such an intimate, beautiful, and yummy surprise. I suppose Paloma, is unusual for Abbot Kinney, bc she's like a secret, tucked behind a wall of palm trees. So you never see what's happening inside or its aesthetics. But she does NOT disappoint. We ordered fresh, mint tea and Singaporean street corn which comes with bread for appetizers and it was supper yummy! I'd order our menu line up exactly again, when we go! And then for entrees we had mushroom ravioli and salmon asparagus in a carrot puree. And my dish was served is a dinosaur egg, looking plate structure. Super cool, all was delicious and we ate leftovers the day after as well. We then headed indoors to the bar: and my hubby preferred his usual mezcal from Jeremy the bartender. Who recommend we come for brunch and order a bfast wrap. All the service here is excellent as well. I then headed to explore the cool art and lamps hanging in the bathroom, with old school elevator doors. Was such a fun, yummy, elegant character-filled, coastal experience. Now we know Paloma is super local beauty. We'll be coming over often, and thank you for a delectable, yummy anniversary dinner guys.

    Small portions for the price but I have to say it was delicious. The pita bread is so so good and…read moreflavorful. The hummus and dip were excellent I just wish there was more!! Service was great and the ambiance on a Sunday afternoon was easy, relaxed and vibey.

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    Interior bar

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    Laffa bread

    Paloma Venice  - Hummus with wagyu steak, very good

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    Hummus with wagyu steak, very good

    Gjelina - Mushroom , Fontina , Truffl E Tremor Goat Cheese & Thyme Pizza

    Gjelina

    3.6(5.7k reviews)
    0.6 miVenice
    $$$

    This is one of those places that won't seat you until the entire party arrives. So I'm standing…read morehere surrounded by empty tables on a Sunday while the hostesses chatter away and I'm not offered a chair, a glass of water, a smile. So the initial service is unyielding to say the least. The food is and always has been outstanding. Famously, no substitutions or subtractions when you order, which is again, unyielding to the customer but it's harder to argue because the quality and composition is so outstanding. And my $25 sandwich which came with a tiny side of pickled veggies was indeed very good. I come back to the general indifference of the staff because it feels somewhat dated and unnecessary in this day and age. Perhaps it's easier on the team not to respond to my thank yous or words of appreciation. Then again, perhaps they're simply not necessary. Why bother to say thanks when thank yous are not acknowledged? Like, at all. It harkens back to a day when being treated shabbily by a restaurant was a sign of a restaurant's elite-ness. But as of now I feel I've outgrown that grudging respect for perceived snottiness in my dining out choices. Even if Gjelina hasn't. Next time I'll choose an LA restaurant that serves its outstanding cuisine with at least a hint of kindness. It may or may not taste better, but it will likely sit better in my stomach with the perception that the restaurant I've chosen gives a darn about me as a customer, i.e, a person.

    Had a lovely summer dinner on their rooftop - highly recommend sitting up there if you want…read moreopen-air seating that's less noisy and crowded than their main dining room. I was impressed by the freshness and quality of the food. Food also came out promptly. We started with the eggplant which was creamy and covered with fresh vegetables and herbs. The bay scallops came out in a sizzling pan, covered in delicious butter that was not too heavy - our server gave us extra bread for us to soak up the sauce, delicious! And our server helped make sure our pork chop arrived with the tomato salad we ordered to accompany it - the pork was extremely tender and tasted beautifully with the salad. The pot de creme dessert was average, would probably skip that next time. Overall, an absolutely lovely and relaxing place for dinner.

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    Lemon ricotta pancakes

    Gjelina - Plates: Wild Local Black Cod, Turnip, Kohlrabi, Fennel, Fingerling Potato, Romesco | $45

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    Plates: Wild Local Black Cod, Turnip, Kohlrabi, Fennel, Fingerling Potato, Romesco | $45

    RVR Venice - Shiitake gyoza

    RVR Venice

    3.9(314 reviews)
    0.4 miVenice

    Ambiance: dark and moody ambiance, there was a live DJ playing right next to us since we went on a…read moreFriday night Service: Ben was our server and attentive but honestly everyone was on top of their game, our table was clean and our food came steadily Food: best drink was the old fashioned, the cosmo had slightly a little too much tartness; we got scallops, duck breast, crispy pork tonkatsu, pork gyoza, Japanese eggplant, roasted sweet potato, duck meatball, wagyu beef skewer and the clam ramen. The clam ramen was salty and could have used some citris. The best dish was the duck breast and scallops. We got two desserts and both delicious.

    The ambience earns its 2 stars. But what are people paying crazy premiums for? And where did the…read morehype on this place come from? It started out promising with the hand rolls (albeit they werent even as good as kazunori's). The cold crab noodles were the standout. The gyoza could have been microwaved from Trader Joe's and I wouldn't have known the difference (served with an awkward spicy zest). The karaage was nothing special. The cocktails were decent. The cauliflower and the mushrooms were both a let down (sauces oversaturated with sugar). The sweet potato was solid, but the thousand island-esque accompaniment was questionable. The prawn was good! Nice presentation. The sweet corn rice was also slightly better than expected, having come last. I would not recommend RVR. Go to katsuya.

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    Squid fried rice

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