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    4.1 (1.6k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Emanuel V.

    I don't usually leave negative reviews because I always try to focus on the positive aspects of a business and give credit where it's due. Unfortunately, my experience at Great White in Venice left me disappointed, and the main reason was the service. First, we arrived around 9:15 a.m. after seeing that the restaurant opened at 8:00 a.m., only to find out that opening had been delayed until 9:30 a.m. Honestly, that wasn't a problem at all. We waited outside, and when guests started arriving, we got in line and ended up being among the first few parties seated. The food itself was good, and the restaurant has a great atmosphere. My issue was with our server, Nate. I understand that everyone has bad days, and I also work in the hospitality industry, so I try to be very understanding. However, the service felt extremely cold, detached, and uninterested from the beginning to the end of our meal. I'm not expecting over-the-top friendliness or a formal introduction, but there was virtually no warmth, no engagement, and no sense that he wanted to be there. Throughout our visit, an older gentleman working on the floor (possibly a busser or food runner) showed far more hospitality, attentiveness, and genuine care for guests than our actual server did. After we had finished eating, I ordered an orange juice while waiting for some pancakes to-go. I was asked whether I wanted the juice for here or to-go, and I specifically requested it for here. I then waited approximately 30 minutes. During that time, I received my check, paid my bill (including a generous tip), and watched multiple tables that had been seated after us receive their drinks and food while I continued waiting. My server walked by several times, looked in our direction, but never followed up or asked if we were still waiting on anything. Eventually, I flagged down another server, who was very kind and immediately looked into the situation. She returned and explained that the orange juice had apparently never made it onto the screen. However, I had taken a photo of my receipt, and the orange juice was clearly listed and charged. The issue was never the $10 orange juice. Mistakes happen. We all make them. The disappointing part was that nobody simply acknowledged the mistake or offered a sincere apology. A quick "I'm sorry, that was my mistake" would have completely changed the experience. One additional observation: I was told that cash is only accepted if you have the exact amount. That's perfectly fine, but I think that policy should be clearly posted at the entrance or on the restaurant's website so guests know beforehand. Again, I don't enjoy leaving negative reviews, and I genuinely wanted to leave a positive one because the food and atmosphere were enjoyable. Unfortunately, hospitality is about more than just delivering food to a table. Based on this experience, it seemed that our server either dislikes working in customer service or was having a very bad day. Either way, many other staff members we interacted with demonstrated the warmth, energy, and hospitality that guests hope to experience when dining out.

    Breakfast Burrito and Banana Bread
    Katie P.

    Husband and I shared the banana bread and breakfast burrito (add avocado). He had a coffee I had cold brew. It was a delightful. Great space love the light fixtures. Coffe smelled so good and was really tasty. Food was excellent. Very good breakfast burrito with still crispy potatoes in it. Banana bread was light and griddled and phenomenal.

    Swim Club with sweet potato fries
    Thu D.

    My friends and I came for a pretty late lunch, and it was busier than expected for 3pm, but no wait for a table. We sat in the cute outdoor patio area under some shade on a really nice day. Our server was friendly and gave my friend recommendations when he asked. I ordered the Pisco Passion and Swim Club sandwich with sweet potato fries. The drink was light and refreshing. The sandwich was delicious with all the flavors combining well together, and the fries were nice and crisp. I do think it's a tad expensive, but I had a good experience there and would consider going back.

    Smoked Salmon Pizza

    Had breakfast at this spot on a Saturday just looking ti go get some eggs, right nothing crazy. This place was next level delicious. Nothing crazy just beautiful food. Had the great white/ wish I had a picture, was refreshing and hardy- absolutely one of the best breakfast dishes I have ever had- pure LA style.. Decided to get the salmon pizza for flight on way out same day. Attached pic., great play in a breakfast bagel. The bar has been raised, well done this place got it.

    Shrimp Pasta
    Sandra M.

    Wow this place was just ok yes of course their burrito was great but I've had better , and prices are pretty up there. So if you prefer a better taco place then just go up the street. Service was a little hectic slow, since it was really packed. Had to wait a few times to get even ice water or get a refill of water with a lot of people waiting means it was pretty chill just a lot of people since it's summertime so it's just an a ok restaurant . I would maybe try it again but just for coffee or something but not for lunch or anything like that.

    Folded Eggs
    Claire D.

    I was looking for a place to meet a friend near the ocean. The menu at this restaurant looked delicious and we decided to give it a try. There is both indoor and patio dining. The vibe is casual and beach chic. All of the food is delicious and this is one of the best breakfasts I've ever had. The restaurant has very few parking spaces on site. The only downside is that the paid parking is ridiculously expensive. Anywhere from $10 to 15 minutes to an hour, $20 for two hours and the price goes up and up. There is one hour metered parking nearby which isn't very convenient if you have to keep going back to refill the meter. If you're lucky you might find distant street parking that is unpaid. This is nothing against the restaurant, but as Venice as a city in general. High prices like these without any special validation, are sure to keep people from coming to these places at all if you can't afford it. Perhaps that's how Venice would like to keep it. Only people who can afford the parking are allowed to enjoy these businesses.

    Chicken Pesto (split in two so yes, so shareable!)
    Christine B.

    Got to stop here with my family after a 12 mile bike ride from Manhattan Beach...they SERVED! Best coffee I had my two weeks in the area, unbeatable acai bowl, delicious sandwhich and beautiful atmosphere. They were steadily busy but the service never missed a beat. I'm still dreaming of my latte - yes you should get two.

    Breakfast Burrito
    Maria R.

    Entire experience was fantastic from hostess to paying the bill. I didn't have a reservation, hostess sat me immediately and she was really friendly and cute (respectfully). The ambiance was very chill California energy (I'm from New York lol), which I loved. The decor also was giving spa vibes in a good way. Byredo hand soap in the restroom, okayyyy! My server Joshua was super friendly and attentive, appreciated his good energy. Breakfast menu had a lot of delicious sounding options but I went for the breakfast burrito with hot sauce and it was fantastic. Breakfast burritos are very hit or miss IMO and this was a hit. I also had two cappuccinos bc I am a caffeine fiend and also jet lagged and they were both very good. Highly recommend to anyone in the neighborhood. I just realized they have other locations throughout LA too which I'm sure are also good but this one did not disappoint at all.

    Lauren H.

    I came to visit a friend and this was one of our first stops straight off the plane. Everything on the menu sounded amazing but we ended up sharing the avocado dip, a breakfast burrito, and finished with the diavola pizza. Yummy food!!! Eddie is fantastic and the sweetest! We had great service and my favorite thing about him was that after he learned I love sauce, he kept bringing different in house made sauces for me to try. This restaurant is so beautiful and sitting on the patio was a great start to our afternoon!

    Jilly B.

    Came here on a Sunday looked for reservations they were booked so we walked up and were able to be seated right away. No wait at all. Parking is annoying we parked across the street for $10. It was pretty packed but the food was good, service was good, we had our pup so it's nice to have outdoor seating even the indoor seating insane indoor so we sat inside outside. Walked around the beach afterwards because we had time left and we paid for parking. It's a really busy area but overall the experience was good

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    Akriti M.

    Strolled through Venice Beach and stopped by this much-talked-about spot (thankfully had a reservation!). The place was buzzing and had such a great vibe inside. We didn't catch our server's name, but she was an absolute delight - warm, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. We started with her recommendation, the Diavoli pizza--thin crust, perfectly done, and the salami tasted more like pepperoni (exactly what we were hoping for). For mains, my husband had the shrimp pasta, and my sister and I shared the salmon curry. Both dishes were good, but the salmon curry truly stood out--rich, flavorful, and paired with sweet potato, chickpeas, and black rice, which was such a unique and delicious surprise. Ended the meal with a chocolate mousse, and honestly... perfection. Definitely a spot worth visiting if you're around Venice Beach!

    Breakfast Burrito
    Joshua B.

    Had an absolutely incredible experience at Great White -- easily a 5-star spot. The breakfast burrito was unreal -- perfectly packed, super flavorful, and honestly one of the best I've had. You can tell everything is fresh and thoughtfully put together. Then we got the margarita pizza, and it did not disappoint -- crispy crust, great sauce, and just the right balance of cheese and basil. But what really sets this place apart is the outdoor atmosphere. Sitting outside in the heart of Venice Beach with the ocean breeze and that laid-back California energy is unbeatable. It's the kind of spot where you can relax, people-watch, and just enjoy the moment. Perfect food + perfect vibe = can't miss. I'll definitely be back.

    Maybe not the place for you if you have a huge appetite at breakfast time
    Angelina E.

    My review is specifically for their breakfast burrito. I've eaten it once before, a couple years ago and it was pretty great. Ordered the same thing (breaky burrito with no bacon, but avocado instead) and it just wasn't up to par. It's always crowded so maybe just an off day? Regardless, this is LA so you have plenty of breakfast burrito spots to choose from. On the weekends, it's a bit chaotic inside and not the best organization so be patient. I might give it another whirl if I find myself back in Venice Beach and craving a burrito. Or maybe I'll try something else for a change. Albeit crowded, ambience is open and welcoming for groups.

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    Ask the Community - Great White

    Is there a happy hour?

    They will happily seat non Caucasians in the corner.

    Am I able to make any of the pizzas vegan by omitting cheese?

    Are their cocktails made with soju or actual liquor? Do they have their liquor license or just beer and wine only?

    They have cocktails but limited drinks which are premade

    Is this place pet friendly? Update: I took my cat there and the waiter was super nice and made sure she had what she needed so dog and kitty friendly (mine behaves very well…

    Yes

    How do I get the free burrito? I downloaded the app, made an account, and purchased my first order but I don't see anything about a free burrito.

    You can get a code from them AFTER your first order. If it didn't show up, contact them. Burrito is pretty tasty imo!

    Are walk-ins accepted?

    Yes - but if it's the weekend be prepared to have a long wait. On a weekday brunch though we were able to sit down right away.

    Is it noisy and busy during weekday breakfast?

    Extremely .... on both questions.

    Till what time is breakfast available?

    8am-3pm

    How long is breakfast served?

    8am-3pm

    Am I able to just order coffee and study here?

    Hi: I guess it depends what you need: do you need to sit a little quietly and focus? Then my… 

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