I attended the Venice Beach Fest. While roaming around Windward Avenue, the only street that…read moreremains from Abbot Kinney's Venice of America other than the 6 canals, I went into the Del Monte Speakeasy. Located in the basement of Townhouse in Venice, the Del Monte Speakeasy has been a hidden hideout since 1915. During Prohibition, Townhouse secretly operated the space located underneath a grocery store that served illegal hooch smuggled from the former Abbot Kinney Pier through underground tunnels. Today, the hooch is done, replaced instead with fancy-pants handcrafted cocktails, as well as live entertainment including local bands, comedy, jazz and vaudeville acts.

Bouncer/security guard outside said "no, we do not let dogs inside, not even service animals, dog"…read morewas inside the bar there the other night with my dog at the townhouse bar in venice. The next day i come back they did not let me in anymore, he said service animal, dogs only allowed on the patio. Well, this place should hire security and manager that a service dog is allowed inside and anywhere in public spaces by law. I have been to other speakeasy in orange county and las vegas, they did let me in. This place is just disappointing. The guy in the picture does not know what service animals are for people with disabilities. Places like this should educate their employees.

enjoyable outside seating and delicious food Santos is a…read morefantastic server and I'm telling all my traveling friends to check this place out!

March 7, 2026 | Venice Beach | While having fun on the beach, family members, and I decided on…read morelunch! Once freshening up, we all walked from my place up the boardwalk to Belles Beach House! Excellent customer service, a variety of delicious dishes and an inviting atmosphere made for a memorable dining experience! 2 Orders of Crispy Rock Shrimp | Shared | This dish was a vibe, and one of my favorites! Plentiful, memorable flavorful & you can't just eat one... You'll keep craving more, which we all did! I highly recommend! Miso Maple Salad | Shared | I selected this salad, it was unique, has quite the bite to it, and I enjoyed it! I would order again! Includes crispy, quinoa, heart of palm, jicama, avocado, snow peas, gem lettuce, and miso maple! Garlic Butter Noodles | Shared | What a favorable combo! I would easily order again! Passion Fruit Mousse | Shared | I took a bite, which was yummy! If an island had a flavor, I feel this would be it! Haha! 2 Orders of Spicy Tuna & Salmon Avocado Roll | Shared | Yum! Both were delicious & The spicy tuna roll was my niece's favorite dish! Sharing is Caring | Shareable plates were my idea, as there were five of us! Why not sample the menu in all of its glory, as well as order a little something, each of us like?! After all, it was my first time dining here! Though all of us enjoyed the shrimp, one bowl of the shrimp was definitely enough for all of us! We didn't know the portion would be so huge! Family Affair | It was exciting having family in town to visit & I selected this restaurant for lunch! I knew that they appreciated places that were aesthetic, as well as had great food! Belles Beach House served Island Glam & memorable bites! There She Glows | She naturally glows, once you step inside, the lighting is so nice! It's such a beautiful place! A extra large seashell, as well as larger than life, wooden carved tiki figures, front and center greet you at the door... full-on Island vibe! I love the decor; wicker lamps, plush seating, including a few long tables, which are great for groups! Customer Service | Everyone that arrived at our table was super friendly, attentive easily, service with a smile, even though the place was super busy! While I couldn't remember everyone's name, Ryan's name was on the receipt as the server! Thanks again to everyone! Reservations Please | She's very popular! I highly recommend making reservations, unless you want to wait! If you have to wait, at least you're at the beach, walk around, look inside the shops, & maybe even put your feet in the sand! I had booked online with my card, which they request ahead of time! Los Angeles Food & Wine Event | I first tried flavorful dishes from Belles Beach House, while attending this event, solo! I enjoyed the samples and knew I would eventually dine at the restaurant! Friday Night Vibe | As part of our spontaneous girls night out, we stopped by for a bit and this place was packed! Good vibes all around and the atmosphere gets me every time, it's such a beautiful sight, very pretty place! I even saw the extended part of the restaurant that I had not seen before; the wraparound bar and more tables! Overall | She's beautiful, not only naturally glows, but forever memorable! She's Belles Beach House! Each dish arriving at our table was presented in a beautiful way, flavor upon flavor with every bite, and the atmosphere was very inviting, including excellent customer service!

great spot that slowly turns into a full-on club as the night picks up. Starts off chill, but give…read moreit some time and it gets packed... like barely-room-to-walk packed. Energy goes way up with it though. Music is consistently great and the crowd matches it. Mostly a younger, high-energy vibe. If you actually want to enjoy your drinks and maybe chat with the bartenders, show up early. Once it gets going, it's all motion and noise. It's never disappointed us. You kind of know what you're signing up for, and it delivers every time. Ambiance leans classy without feeling vintage. Dim lighting, a touch of rustic, and just enough polish to set the tone without overdoing it. They've got a patio too, which comes in clutch when you need a breather or want to actually hear the person next to you. We usually do street parking and it's not too bad if you're willing to walk a bit. Reservation needed: Not really, unless you've got a big group and want your own section Parking: 6/10 - Street Crowd: 8/10 Vibe: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Music: 9/10 Drinks: 8/10 Price: $$

I love it here! Ever since their remodel, this has been a go to spot for me. The ambience is…read moreamazing, low light but enough to still set the tone. I had a Miami Manny and boy was that thing smacking. That mezcal boy o boy.... Our bartender was super cool and helped navigate through the wide selection of drinks. I highly recommend going here!

Honestly just grateful this place exists. The view is stunning, the wines are really good, and…read morethere's something about sitting there on a warm summer night that just makes everything feel right. Took some friends here to catch up and we ended up staying way longer than planned which is always the sign of a good spot. Venice needs more of this. Go.

KASSI was one of the best restaurant experiences I've had in awhile…read more The only minor challenge was finding it at first. We arrived using GPS and parked, but we didn't realize the restaurant is located on top of Hotel Erwin. Some additional signage would have made it easier to find. That said, once we got into the elevator and reached the rooftop, everything changed. The views are incredible. The rooftop atmosphere is beautiful, the layout is well designed, and the entire space creates an experience that feels special from the moment you arrive. Even in the evening, the heat lamps kept everything comfortable while we enjoyed some amazing city views. Now let's talk about the food. Every single item we ordered was outstanding. The lamb meatballs were packed with flavor, the beef skewers were cooked perfectly, and the flatbread hand roll was honestly one of the best things I've tasted in a long time. We also ordered the fried zucchini, quesadilla, lobster skewers, and French fries to share among our group. There wasn't a single dish that disappointed. Everything came out fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The drinks are a little pricey, especially considering the pour sizes, but given the location, atmosphere, and overall experience, it wasn't enough to take away from what was otherwise an exceptional evening. This was one of those rare dining experiences where the food actually lives up to the setting. Between the rooftop views, the atmosphere, and the quality of the food, KASSI is absolutely worth visiting. Five stars without hesitation. If I could give it six stars, I would. I have to give a shoutout to Kara(I hope I spelled it right) who served us last night. She had great energy, was very friendly and just helped give us a great customer service experience compared to the original place we were going to eat that night.

Wonderful personalized service!…read more Dive Bar with club vibes on the weekend. Deliciously crafted old fashioned

This place was SO neat. The ambiance was great, the music was great, their ambiance is a timewarp…read more You would not expect such amazing energy upon first glance, it has to be experienced.

Love it Good food , love the idea that wasn't a prefix menu…read morewith set prices Great ambience, food was tasty and delicious, service was very good

Food was terrific. Eddy was our server and did an amazing job covering menu options, coursing out…read morethe meal, and brought multiple bottles of wine to look at to select from.

A beautiful way to spend my Sunday locally in my neighborhood. The staff was friendly, the…read moreprocedure was easy to get on the boat, get safety tips and enjoy a nice sunny outing on the water. I am counting the days until I can have this unicorn mermaid experience again.

This charter yacht service is wonderful. My sister-in-law celebrated her milestone birthday here,…read morein September. Weather was perfect for the evening. The captain & owner were professional & nice. And very accommodating. It's two levels. We brought our hot food which was in large catering trays. The table space is small. We had to store our extra trays in their storage area. No big deal. We brought our Playlist for dancing. There is a bar on board for purchase. The 3 hour cruise was perfect. The bathrooms were clean !

You know, I was expecting the Washington to actually be located in Washington -- I regret to inform…read moreyou, that this is not the case. However, the service and the food/drink items made up for the fact that this place is not located in Washington. Just know that if you eat here, you won't be disappointed. I forgive this place for not being located in Washington (the state)

We weren't super hungry for dinner, but wanted a little nosh on my birthday and a cocktail. The…read moreWashington is within walking distance for us so we decided to give this corner neighborhood bar a try. It was a quiet semi-divey atmosphere with a foosball table and a couple of dart boards on the dark painted walls plus a few TVs. There were only a few people there when we arrived around 6 PM. We sat at a high table by the window and the kind young bartender took our drink and food orders. We had arrived in time for happy hour, so we chose the charcuterie board and two orders of the salmon sliders, both reasonably priced at $9.50 each. The sliders were spicy and delicious. The charcuterie board was not as impressive. It didn't seem particularly fresh; the grapes especially were a bit wrinkly and sad. We could also have done with a few more pieces of toast to go with the pieces of smoked Gouda and Brie, and the couple slices of salami and prosciutto. There were also a few dates and dried apricots on the board. Well, whatta ya want for $9.50 in L.A., I guess... Overall it was a pleasant and chill experience, and our bartender/waiter was quite attentive even though the place started to fill up the longer we stayed.

Delicious chilaquiles for breakfast! The hamachi crudo is incredible for lunch and dinner. They…read morehave a good assortment for their kids menu as well. I love bringing guests here from out of town. The views are quite amazing. The service is wonderful too.

Arrived at 5, took them 7 minutes to seat us, despite a ton of open tables…read more Took 45 minutes for 2 bowls of soup, some bread and fries to come out of the kitchen. Another 20 minutes to get the check. Food was good, but very overpriced. This is a trap for hotel guests. I mean, most hotel restaurants are, but in such a nice hotel, the experience should extend into their restaurants.

Underrated in my opinion. Service was excellent; food was amazing; place was super chill but…read morelively. We got the Duck Lumpia (definitely get this), Snap Pea Salad (definitely get this), fried rice, and Pepes (barramundi wrapped in banana leaf (excellent). Duck Lumpia was my favorite but everything was fabulous. Our server, who's normally behind the bar, was great. He was super accommodating, made sure our menu picks were balanced and didn't order too much, and he was very accommodating with my off menu drink request. I don't know what there is to not like about Wallflower! Underrated ratings in my opinion.

Wallflower absolutely blew me away. The food was so ridiculously good that I genuinely left…read morewondering how this place doesn't have a Michelin star (or at least some recognition). Every dish tasted thoughtful, unique, and restaurant-week-level refined. We ordered the nasi goreng fried rice, noodles, beef rendang, yam dish, and pea salad. Flavor-wise? Almost everything was incredible. The beef rendang especially was packed with flavor, and every dish felt elevated and intentional. My only reason for knocking off a star is the value. The portions were tiny -- not "small plates" tiny, but more like one-to-two bites each while still being priced aggressively. By the end, I felt more impressed than full. If the portions matched the quality, this would've easily been a 5-star experience. That said, if you care more about exceptional food than portion sizes, this place is worth trying. One of the most memorable meals I've had on the Westside.