The waitress Sue and owner Greg were awesome and so much fun. Place is full of nostalgia from the decor to the pretzel and cheese dip. Had the beef stroganoff and chicken cordon blue. Excellent all around! read more

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Definitely preparing home made nostalgia here! Amazing chicken cordon blue and beef stroganoff! Definitely shareable portions!!!

Haven't been here for awhile and it is usually hard to get into . We called at the last minute and were able to get a table. Probably wasn't that busy because their prices have increased. However, the food is well worth it. We both loved our entrees. Service was with a smile. The eclectic interior is really well done. read more

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very friendly service, Made the meal fun. Very good food at reasonable prices. The setting was relaxing and fun. Different sections had different themes which made things interesting, read more

once again good time/good food. it's a homey & eclectic environment. great service in a packed dining room! good idea to make a reservation but we haven't yet and the accommodated us. reasonable prices. read more

This place was the best find for our vacation to Venice! I suggest calling to get a reservation because it's a small space. But the decor and the server gave us reasons to laugh and truly relax. The food including scrumptious desserts is all homemade. Portions are big and it was a perfect dinner. read more

Wow! What a fantastic place to have a dinner! Everything was scrumptious! Such a homemade mama like food restaurant! The place is so so cute and different and awesome! The service was amazing! So attentive and friendly! We won't hesitate to come back! read more

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Love this place! Greg and Aaron are fabulous hosts and their home cooking is just what we like. All selections are cooked to order with fresh ingredients. An eclectic atmosphere with friendly service. It's become one of our favorites..... read more

Ate here for the first time recently. It was a really nice experience. Food was very good and the service was great.

Great selection of dinner items. Great service and the waitress was a hoot. We'll be back soon.

We live just down the road from this place for 8 years, always wondered about it, it's great! Everything is still under 20$, selection. We will be back! Great food, service & ambience. read more

The ambiance was perfect, the food awesome and the waitress was a hoot! The owner also took time to stop by and chat. Very enjoyable experience. read more

We have always enjoyed our meals here. The food is good and the servers are very friendly.

It's a tossup for me the night we were there. There was only one waitress who is working very hard to meet everyone's needs, but they definitely need more help. The choice of food does not leave much for one who is watching their weight or with dietary restrictions. The wine list is very basic . The facilities are clean and pleasant. read more

An odd experience, not bad though, a homey vibe here. I wish they did online reservations, you shouldn't have to call anyone. Their menu seems to follow the mantra of 'make it in casserole or pie form' which is interesting; people have told me that is a mid-western thing. Our server was a delight. They seem to be busy for dinner on Friday, Saturday so make a res. read more

Great food and service as always. I would highly recommend to anyone that can get reservations.

This was a place that served comfort dishes with a motto of "eat, drink, and relax." There was a lot of Christmas decorations around, which was appropriate for the time of season. The service was greatly appreciated and the prices were reasonable. To start, we ordered the sausage bites ($9). We were also given bruschetta, compliments of the owner as my mother went to the same high school as him. There was also a plate of pretzels and celery with their homemade beer cheese. The sausage bites consisted of mild Italian sausage, grated cheese, bread crumbs, garlic, and onion. There were 6 present and they were very tasty. The bites were baked to perfection. I would have preferred a hot sausage used. The bruschetta was one of the best I ever had. The toasted Italian bread had cherry tomatoes, garlic, onions, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar on top. All ingredients and flavors were very fresh. For my entrée, I had the BBQ pulled pork pie ($16.95). It was made up of BBQ pulled pork, baked beans with bacon and corn topped with mashed potatoes along with cheddar cheese. This also came with a salad or soup. I went with a garden salad, no complaints or anything unusual about it. The pork dish came out piping hot. The dish as a whole was very appetizing. I thought there was a lack of pork, but other than that, I enjoyed it. They have desserts made daily. This particular evening, lemon cake was an option. It was unbelievable. The cake was moist and the lemon icing was great. Will I go back? Definitely. read more

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OMG! We've been here a couple times and have always enjoyed our visit. Food is amazing! Did I say COMFORT FOOD???? The best! Try the Jambalaya, the Chicken Cordon Blue, or the Stuffed Peppers. Staff is so friendly and welcoming. Not sure why we waited almost 1 year to come here, but it's now totally on our radar for great places in Venice! read more

Food was great, environment very eclectic. Make sure you make reservations because they get busy. Next time we are in town we will be back!!! read more

Wonderful place to spend an evening dining in an eclectic atmosphere. The service is fantastic, warm and friendly people who truly enjoy their time with the diners. Now let's talk about the food. Amazing and authentic! Home cooked meals that you forgot how tasty they were! We had the lasagna and the beef stroganoff, which were so delicious. The desserts are home made by the chef every day, and wow they are delicious. Make a reservation, because this place is a known gem among locals read more

Food was pretty good. Comfort style food, mostly served in bowls. **My only complaint was - they knew it was our first time there -we had reservations and arrived for 5pm. The owner and staff KEPT returning to our table to tell us repeatedly that we had only until 7 the latest because they were going to be turning over the table to more reservations. .. So yes, I ordered coffee and then dessert. read more

I loved my meal and the staff was amazing. The ambiance was subdued. I enjoyed looking at all the interesting decor.

We walked in & sat at a high top in the bar area. Greg the proprietor came over immediately & was very attentive. He suggested a wine for me & let me taste it first. It was a great choice. My husband had the frozen wine flavor of the day which he enjoyed. The food was great, the dessert was great & the atmosphere was awesome. read more

Lots of good meal choices. I wanted to try everything. Very reasonable prices. Most meals under $20. Salad is included with dinner.

what a wonderful experience having dinner here. The wait staff of Shelly and Shirley made our dinner experience wonderful, they were attentive, friendly and made us feel welcomed. We had 4 for dinner, we ordered Tata Tot chicken pie, meat loaf, pork chops and Shepard's pie. All were served hot and all were very tasty. my sister and husband commented as we left that the next time they are visiting, they wanted to come back here. also served beer cheese and pretzels which my wife loved. read more

Excellent small quaint dining area with a generous seating at the bar. Live music on this night made it even nicer. The service is friendly, knowledgeable and they really try to make you feel like you are part of the family. The food is authentic and made in house. There is no frozen meats or sauces here. Excellent. Definitely will be back. read more

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What a hidden gem! Food was great! 100% comfort food! Service was friendly and, more importantly, family-like! This is a local secret! Reservation recommended, especially during season due to cozy layout. Can't believe we've been here for two years and just found this place. read more

Really great beef stroganoff! Plus the manager gave us some samples of wine...loved this place..

One of the best places to go to in the Venice area. A wide range of freshly made comfort dishes that remind me of being a kid again. Every dish is delicious and piping hot. The desserts are outstanding. If you haven't tried The Living Room, you're missing out. read more

This is a fun place to go. Very kitschy decor that adds to your experience. The food is real deal comfort food. Love the shepherds pies, you read that right, along with the beef stroganoff. Food is always well prepared and seasoned. Servers are excellent too! read more

Interesting experience. Overall our server was great, but the staff was slightly off. We were seated in the back corner even though it was very empty. The waitstaff was constantly clearing plates and asking us questions. Our food was decent! But again slightly off, this chicken breading was thick and the chicken was rubbery. Dim lighting too. Overall, we left with leftovers and confusion about the experience due to weird waitstaff and unsure expectations. read more

The Living Room Venice - Chicken Mac n cheese and mashed potatoes - American Near Me - Venice, Florida

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Best meal we've had in a very long time! Service is 5*. It's all down home cooked meals with big portions. Amazing!

This is good comfort mood cooked to order so the wait can be a bit, but the complimentary pretzels and beer cheese are an excellent way to spend that time while chatting with your dining mate or sipping on a cocktail. The shepherd's pie was very good and the portions of everything we got were ample. read more

The Living Room Venice - Shepherd's pie, grandma, and the chicken Parmesan special-yum! - American Near Me - Venice, Florida

Really enjoyed the meal. Owner was friendly. Do yourself a favor and get the lasagna, it was amazing. Everything is made in house every day. read more

The Living Room Venice - Lasagna - American Near Me - Venice, Florida

One of our favorite restaurants in Venice. Small and cozy with a friendly staff. Food is traditional comfort food done very well. Our most recent dinner included the Thanksgiving pie and the pulled pork pie. Tasted just like Thanksgiving! The bbq pulled pork pie was Smokey with just the right amount of heat. This is worth a visit. Make a reservation though as it is small and very popular.. read more

Nice service, good food, intimate atmosphere. It does feel like someone's living room

The best comfort food in our area. Service is great and the portions are huge. Wonderful desserts, also!

What a fun concept! If you are looking for home cooking and comfort food, this is your place! Do not go if you're in a hurry, each meal is prepared individually and is piping hot upon arrival. The place is very small inside, very eclectic and artsy in decor, but fun overall. Waitstaff are very friendly, the owner was present when we were there, and I'm told he is also the chef, so quite the personal investment. read more

The food was awesome and the servers were so nice . Decor is so cool. We are on vacation so we might be able to come back though read more

The Living Room Venice - I had the baked pork chops and loaded mashed potatoes. I ate the 1st one already. I highly recommend this place - American Near Me - Venice, Florida

The Living Room is one of our favorites, we just can't manage to get in there as often as we would like. The quality of food, service and cleanliness are top notch! The pulled pork pie and the broccoli bites are my favorite but I've loved everything I (we) have ever ordered. My dad always requests to go there when he is down visiting. The owners, Greg and Jerry are genuinely good people and we think the world of them both. All in all, we don't think they could improve on anything, their an A+ with us! Karla and Joey read more