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    Ospi Venice

    4.3 (1.4k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Tareq B.

    Totally average. Food fell short of the hype. The pasta was fresh but everything tasted salty. The service was excellent. The pasta is made fresh but the sauces missed the mark. We also had meatballs and it had more bread crumbs than meat. The interior is sub par for the prices. The arugula salad was the best part.

    Beef Tartare
    James S.

    Ospi Venice does a great job and I'm glad to have tried them at last. I had enjoyed restaurant Jemma di Mare in Brentwood and imagined their sister Ospi would also be a hit. Ospi is a bit more Americanized, and they do that very well. Spacious and gets crowded, so a reservation is a good idea. Fun cocktails and a variety of wines to choose from, if you're so inclined. The Chef's Negroni is a soothing, smoky and somewhat sweet cocktail that starts with cathedral mezcal. I loved it. We ordered a several dishes - and let's start by saying you must try the ricotta. 'Whipped cheese, sea salt' does not do it justice, but it's wonderful and perfect to share. The Beef Tartare is another winner, served with crispy potato and parm. It's pretty huge, and rich, and conveniently cut into pieces for easy sharing. The crunch potato chips on top are a nice finish. A creative take on a classic, purists might wonder what's going on, until they taste it. The Caesar is huge and great to share, too, as well as the Crispy Rhode Island Calamari. These are more in the department of comfortable staples, but are delicious crowdpleasers, nonetheless. Of the entrees we ordered, everyone seemed to like mine the most: Malloreddus (bbef cheek, ragu napoletano, thyme, toscano). It sounded a bit quirky, but inviting. The server gave it a bit thumbs up, so I'm glad to have ventured this way. Served over the small pasta pieces that you can watch being made closer to the front of the restaurant. The Lemon Tagliolini features lobster 'fry diavolo', basil and pistachio. Not too spicy, and the lobster and pasta were perfectly cooked. The cannelloni was perhaps the one entree that, while good, did not rise above 'just fine'. Perhaps the flavors were a bit toned down that night, or maybe overwhelmed by the gorgeous Sorrentina blanket of mozzarella, tomato sauce and basil. Dessert was good, and the DIY affogato was delicious. Noteworthy service, and a friendly sometimes boisterous energy in the restaurant help make for a fun dining experience.

    Tiffany C.

    Had a reservation for 9:00 and somehow still waited 25 minutes while there were multiple open tables. Food came out cold, so the provolone wasn't good. Seems like they premade it and had it sitting out for a while. Pizza was okay, pasta was actually good, so credit where it's due. Service was pretty bad, to be honest. We waited another 25 minutes just to get someone for the check. She seemed like she'd rather be anywhere else, and disappeared. Overall, for the price, it felt pretty underwhelming. I came here before, but this time it was extremely disappointing.

    Hot Girl Summer & Boulevardier
    Bee E.

    Can I just say...this place ranks up there with some of the best. I eat out quite a bit and I absolutely loved this place. If I lived closer I would add it to my weekly rotation. Ospi Venice is a memorable spot with a beautiful atmosphere, great knowledgeable servers, and amazing unforgettable dishes. Our server was a gem, Jessica had the best recommendations and what she suggested we ordered. She's a keeper. - Crispy Provolone: Gooey stretchy provolone with a crispy Italian bread crumb crust. Side of warm marinara. If you love cheese this is your dish. - Neopolitan Meatballs: Lets face it. I am a meatball snob. I was taught by my Italian Portuguese Mama Rose who took me in when I first moved away from home and taught me authentic italian cuisine. These meatballs almost (ALMOST) reminded me of cooking with her - soft, tender, and loaded in flavor. - Kale: recommended by Jessica and I can see why. This dish was one of the best kale salads I have ever had. Get it. You won't regret it! - Margherita with Pepperoni Piiza: the thinnest pizza crust I have ever had! And because of it, each ingredient was left to shine. I knew it was a must order when every table also had this pizza. - Tonnarelli: a cacio e pepe simple and so good every ingredient worked perfectly together. Pasta al dente and tossed with just the right amount of sauce. - Tiramisu, Connolis (another Jessica recommendation), Brownie. As full as I was I tried it all. No regrets whoever their pastry chef is knows exactly how to get customers addicted. Keep her/him & Jessica...lol! - Hot Girl Summer Cocktail: gin and honey? Yes please. - Extra Dirty Martini: Perfection. That's all I can say.

    Adrine T.

    We were at Ospi for Mother's Day celebration. We started with the biscuit and kale salad. I'm a kale lover but this salad was one of the best I have had. Next was Copione pizza with a super thin crust and beautifully balanced sauce. Spicy Rigatoni was not spicy at all but delicious. I was a little disappointed by the Breakfast carbonara. Poached egg on top of the pasta is not the best choice. Overall our experience was great and we will definitely go back if we are in the area.

    Ace A.

    Good Italian food but not so great. I've tried way better Italian food in the LA area than Ospi. However, the service here was great 10/10! Our waiter was very attentive and was always checking up on us. Believe it or hard to find good service nowadays. Pricing for this restaurant is fair and reasonable. Serving size might be small for a heavy eater. Overall, I give Ospi 4/5 stars!

    Caesar Salad
    Hayley C.

    We tried out Ospi in person finally after only ever ordering their spicy rigatoni via Uber eats lol. The place itself is nice inside, with plenty of seating. There's also metered street parking outside and at the time we went, it wasn't hard to find a space close by. We ordered this ricotta toast (DELICIOUS AND RICH), the ceasar salad (which wasn't really like a ceaser salad at all, but it was still good), spicy rigatoni (delicious; a classic), the meatballs (ehhh, it was okay), the cacio y pepe (good flavor but too al dente for my liking), and the crispy provalone (great!! tasted like a better version of a mozzarella stick). We were super full at the end of this feast. service was good. clean restrooms in the back of the restaurant. something cool is that you get to watch them make their noodles right in the dining area too!! all in all I would love to come back here again.

    Jodi F.

    Loved getting to eat outside here -- we had the outdoor area to ourselves even though the inside was quite busy. It did take a while to get service. But the server apologized and then was very attentive from that point forward. We ordered the Brussels, the kale salad and the spicy rigatoni. The Brussels were. "B" -- the kale salad was amazing and the star of the show was the spicy rigatoni with the vodka sauce. Delicious. The portions weren't huge but were plenty for the two of us. Normally we have so much left over when going out for Italian. Not the case here which was good since we are on vacation and don't want to be wasteful. Prices are $$$ but that seems to be the case everywhere in Venice, Santa Monica and Marina Del Ray areas. Recommend trying this spot.

    Brussel Sprouts
    Gillian G.

    The vibes of the place were pretty good indoors, but I wouldn't come here if you want to do a dinner for 2. The tables were so close together I had to speak really loud in order to be heard by my friend. The larger tables with the booth seemed to be more comfortable but the tables in the middle section were just super close together. The other tables also had a little handle for purses which were neat but our table didn't have it which was a bummer. Our waitress was very nice and cut in at the perfect moments and checked in regularly. The food itself was good but nothing crazy. I honestly wish for the price of the calamari we got a little more, but it was still pretty good! Nothing really stood out as being absolutely amazing between the things we ordered, but if I had to pick one I really enjoyed it was the brussel sprouts. Plenty of parking options like street parking, valet, or lots around.

    Ricotta
    Koby B.

    Ospi is one of our favorite spots in Venice. The food is always excellent, especially the pastas and the kale salad. Everything is consistently high quality, the service is attentive, and the ambiance is amazing every time we visit. You can tell the team takes pride in what they do. Keep up the great work and continue delivering the outstanding food and service that keeps people coming back. Highly recommend!

    Date night
    Tara F.

    Came back and had a similar experience like last time - food was good but service was only so-so. And with service I am referring more so to the wait time and having to wait an excessive amount of time even when you have a reservation. We still enjoy the food and will probably come back. And we still left a 25% tip.

    Brussel Sprouts
    Lucy L.

    The perfect place to go for consistent food but be wary of overcooked pasta. My go to order is the spicy rigatoni, which is always cooked perfectly. The last time I went to Ospi, I tried the lobster lemon tagliolini and the pasta was extremelty overcooked and barely had any lobster - which is so disappointing for such a pricey dish. The steak was perfectly cooked and the arugula salad added the perfect amount of freshness to our dishes. The brussel sprouts tasted like they were deep fried and topped with more oil, so I'd skip it the next time.

    Cookie - bad
    Olivia P.

    Decided to come back here and try this place again after a subpar first experience and was pleasantly surprised with how much better everything was from the food to the staff. Special shoutout to the manager D'Andrew for ensuring customers have a great experience. Ambiance outside was really nice. They have heaters for when it's a bit chillier. Waiter was super friendly and attentive despite having to cover so many tables. Food: Raschiatelli: 11/10 Not what I was expecting in the best way. The meat was so tenter, the breadcrumbs added a nice crunch, and the noodles were delicious. Perfectly cooked and the cheesy sauce was a great flavor. Highly recommend this dish more than anything!! Garlic Bread: 8/10 Good starter but not very garlicky. Japanese Eggplant: 8.5/10 Nice spicy sauce and I love eggplant. Very good dish! Funghi pizza: 9/10 The pizza is very thin but comes out with such a great crisp. The cheese on this pizza was really strong and created a great flavor combo with the mushrooms and caramelized onion.

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    Do you have deserts or a cake to order?

    Can I avoid the service fee if I order the food to go?

    There is a legal way to add a service fee and an illegal way. California has a new law where you cannot add frivolous, hidden fees onto restaurant checks. If the service fee is mandatory, then please add it to the cost of the food. These hidden… Read more

    How difficult it is to find parking?

    Can be difficult depending on day of the week, and time of day. There are parking lots and street parking nearby but it can get a little sketchy at night.

    Is outdoor seating dog friendly?

    yup!

    Is there a dress code?

    There is no dress code but it is the kind of place where everyone tries to look sharp...

    What is the hand soap in the bathroom?

    Really... even if I knew the answer, the soap might have changed. Just call the restaurant!

    Vegan options? There's no indication on the menu.

    Does Ospi have open air or outside dining?

    Yes, they have patio dining.

    Do you serve dessert?

    Yes they have a few dessert items

    Are there vegan options for dinner?

    Yes

    Is there bunch on Saturday and Sunday? The website kept giving dinner menu

    Yes! 10:30-3:00

    What is parking like?

    There is a parking lot 1/2 a block down from the restaurant on North Venice Blvd and another lot kitty-corner to us across Pacific Ave.

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes they do!

    Pregnant and coming in for dinner - are the cheeses used pasteurized?

    Great question. I would think so, but call the restaurant, they are always very helpful..

    Are there gluten-free options?

    You can substitute their pasta for a gluten-free option

    Are there any vegan options?

    Yes, currently Ospi serves the following vegan options: Soft lettuces (no cheese) Kale salad (no… Read more

    Am I able to bring my own bottle of wine?

    Yes! Corkage is $25 for the first two 750ml bottles, $35 per bottle thereafter

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    The Mulberry

    The Mulberry

    4.0
    (120 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    Pretty good meal overall!! The chicken wings had a really crisp exterior and a great crunch, but…read morethey did lean a little dry - but honestly felt like the trade off for getting them that crispy! The sauce helped bring some juiciness back and balanced it out. The bluefin tuna bibimbap was pretty enjoyable. The tuna tasted fresh and the textures worked well together, but the dish could have used a little more seasoning to make the flavors pop. The perilla was a great touch though. It added a slightly minty flavor that complemented the tuna without taking over the dish. The beef short rib was easily the standout. PERFECTLY cooked, incredibly tender, and seasoned just right. The richness of the meat paired so well with the lettuce wraps that it almost feels like they should automatically come with the dish. Service was good and everything came out smoothly. Would come back!

    Cute spot, dark ambience. Makes for a decent date spot, I'd think. Food is elevated korean fusion…read morewhich is worth a try, but I wouldn't come back unless there's an occasion. Made a reservation 1 week out, and only 9:45pm was available for a Saturday for a party of 6. Kind of odd that last call for their regular menu is at that time; luckily a few of us got there before that time to put in orders in time. Drinks: - GF & Plum Soda $8.00: refreshing! would get this again - Flower Sour $17.00: my fave; slightly tart and fragrant - Baesuk White Negroni $17.00: barrel fragrant and like an old fashioned - Plum Martini $17.00: medicinal lol Food: - Aguachile $19.00: mid, imo. in kimchi broth so it has that fermented aftertaste. - Beef Short Ribs $49.00: yuuum. oh so tender but only 6 pieces. worth a try - Pork Spare Ribs $36.00: also super tender, 6 ribs. worth a try - Bluefin Tuna Bibimbap $29.00: a decent amt of tuna, i would get this again - Spicy Braised Black Cod $41.00: not very memorable, nor was it spicy. nice and flaky tho - Chilled Acorn Noodle $22.00: salty and lots of seaweed - Fried Chicken Wings $23.00: not oily and good flavor. crispy but wouldn't get again - Hotteok $16.00: came with a sake like ice cream and it was nice! worth a try Street parking is kinda tough on this side of Sawtelle, esp since it's across the popular sun nong dan

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    Salad, had too much white lettuce which was very bitter 7/10
    Salad, had too much white lettuce which was very bitter 7/10
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    The Lincoln

    The Lincoln

    4.0
    (313 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$
    Hipster vibe
    Live music

    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!

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    Little Fatty

    Little Fatty

    4.0
    (1.5k reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    Absolutely enjoyed my meal and experience. Would definitely go back! Oh a whim, made a late…read morereservation on a weeknight. Went early to see if anything opened or if walk-in would be faster, surprisingly they actually had something come available sooner. We opted to sit inside and loved the ambiance. Food - amazing! I read reviews first and watched a couple IG videos so I knew a general idea of what we wanted to order. Glad the server suggested the orange chicken over the walnut shrimp when we were debating it. Chil wontons, absolutely a must get, different from DTF, not crazy spicy but full of flavor and richness. XO fatty noodles, perfect chewiness on the rolled noodles and the flavors were well balanced, we enjoyed them with a little chili paste and the orange chicken as the protein. Orange chicken, soooo much more flavorful than your average Panda Express orange chicken, good sized nuggets of chicken that were crispy and tender at the same time, and the zest livened it up. BBQ pork shank, our server did warn us it's not the easiest to eat, but it's worth it, hard to see cutting it off the bone because it was so dimly lite in the restaurant and your hands will get sticky but once you get chunks off the bone and your bao bun built it's delicious especially when you get the lacquered crispy skin yummm! Only skip for the night was the mango sticky rice. Much rather would've spend $8 on something else. The mango was tart/sour. The sticky rice was too wet and mushy. It was a pass for both of us. Service - our server was awesome. From greeting to end, he was the right amount of attentive and was super helpful with suggestions. Everyone from the food runner to the busser, they were all so nice. From getting us chili paste or to go containers, customer service was on point. Parking - love love that are a few parking spaces right out front. They're metered. But after 8pm it was free so perfect for us. Other than those spaces, there's a lot across the street if you want to risk it or also side streets parking too.

    I don't drink, so I can only speak to the food. The duck steamed buns had good flavor, but they…read morewere served at room temperature, which took away from the experience. The walnut shrimp was pretty good, though it was served on a large bed of red cabbage that didn't really add anything to the dish. The Dan Dan noodles were my least favorite--they were very heavy, lacked the bold spice and depth of flavor I was expecting, and the sauce reminded me more of a Ragu-style meat sauce than a traditional Dan Dan noodle. That said, I know this place is also known for its cocktails, so it's possible that pairing the food with drinks would make for a better overall experience.

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    Sparkling Rose in celebration of my anniversary.
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    neat

    4.2
    (255 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    Came here for happy hour on a Friday night after work. Luckily we found street parking fairly…read moreeasily just about a block from the bar. Appreciate that the bartenders were attentive and that the place wasn't too full or busy. Happy hour drinks are worth the price. The regular cocktails are good but cannot compare to more well known places. I liked that there were bar seats, standing tables and seated areas. I wish they had some bar snacks but because they don't offer food, you can bring your own.

    Stopped in on a Saturday night. It may have been way too early (around 7:30pm) but we easily found…read morea seat at the bar. It had a cool vibe and tons of allocated bottles on the bar (tequila and whiskey and whisky to name a few categories). The staff greeted us quickly and supplied us with some menus. I opted for the Idyllwild cocktail and loved it! It had the most complementary flavors and was so refreshing with the bourbon, yuzu, chartreuse, honey, and lemon flavors. My husband opted for a neat Caballito Cerrero Puntas pour (high proof agave spirit). They only had 0.5 Oz for their bottle and only charged for the partial pour. People came in and ordered anything from cocktails to neat pours to flights. It was a cool spot and the bartenders seemed pretty well versed in different cocktails, giving a few suggestions to different patrons. Even making a few Espresso Martinis for a couple of girls that didn't really like their initial cocktails. Staff was cool, attentive, and pretty quick and efficient with the pours. I'd definitely be down to try more drinks here if we roll through again. Luckily, we found some close street parking and it wasn't super busy so we easily found parking in the area. It also wasn't super packed in the venue so we could've opted for other seating--lounge areas, a few tables, or just at the bar.

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    Great night tasting a unique brand - Koval
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    Beethoven Market

    Beethoven Market

    4.1
    (363 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$

    Came in with no expectations, but was pleasantly surprised by our experience here! Came with a…read moreparty of 5 people and ordered the following: DISHES (* denotes favorite/would order again) - *Mezzi Rigatoni Carbonara: not your average carbonara, but was delicious nonetheless. The rigatoni was cooked perfectly al dente - *Duck Pappardelle: a table favorite! The duck was plentiful and was enjoyed by all. The pappardelle was a little too soft for some people at the table, but I personally enjoy a wide, flat noodle. - Linguine al Limone: lemony and bright. I only wish there was a protein (like seafood?) with this to help enhance the flavor - Margherita pizza: Classic and delicious. The crust was delicious on this slice. - *Mushroom pizza: Toppings were generous and we all liked the mushrooms. Our crust in particular was a little on the burnt side, but we just picked off the areas that were more blackened. - *Green Beans: served chilled which provided a nice brightness to our dishes - Grilled Broccolini: good bite and also helped break up the meal Overall the dishes were easy to be shared and we left pretty full. Prices are also pretty reasonable for the amount of food that we got. PARKING Street parking only, but it wasn't too difficult to find parking on the street.

    Came here for lunch with my sister. There are both indoor and outdoor dining options and both are…read morefantastic! For a more elevated dining experience, I would consider eating indoors. This place is located in a residential area. I didn't have any issues with parking, thankfully. Food: the food was pretty good! The dish that stood out to me was a tomato cucumber salad. The dressing was fantastic and it's just a really fresh and delicious salad. We also ordered the green beans salad which felt a little heavier than I would have liked. It was still decent though. We split the focaccia sandwich. Honestly, the potatoes were stand out lol. The focaccia itself was pretty good. I prefer it a bit crispy on the outside, but that's just my preference. It's a perfect sandwich to split! Flavors were good, but could be a little bit more flavorful. Definitely tasted fresh though. Got the clean slate mocktail. There was a bit too ginger for my liking, so probably would not get that in the future. My sister knew a little bit more about the history of this place. Apparently they lost their liquor license so have a very full-fledged mocktail menu. This place is perfect for a lunch and/or pregnant ladies lol. All in all, the food was very fresh. Robert, our waiter was kind and gracious. I kind of wish he was a little bit more transparent about some of the dishes, but still great experience overall Will definitely return!

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    Wallflower

    Wallflower

    3.9
    (500 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$$

    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.

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