RESTAURANTS
Via Veneto- awesome authentic Italian food. Long wait and cramped seating but worth it! LOTS of specials.- order the Burretta Mozzarella if it is offered!
Yosi Sushi- our favorite sushi place of all time! Very original rolls that cater to a non-raw crowd. Nice modern ambiance without being pretentious. Never a wait. The best. NOW CLOSED!
Lula’s- good Mexican food on Main St. Great on a sunny day...open air-feeling dining room and outdoor patio.
La Vecchia- very good Italian place. The bar is a nice spot to eat if you can find a seat. Sound carries there so can be loud.
Urth Caffe- Located in a renovated mission-style house. Great place for breakfast, lunch, or coffee. Counter service. Great patio/open interior.
Delizia Cafe- If you’re looking for breakfast or lunch on Venice Beach (the nice part) this is the place. European flair and homemade style food. Great patio with a view.
Rose Cafe- Full service breakfast/lunch or counter service to go. Has huge covered outdoor seating. A brunch favorite.
MUSEUMS
The Getty Center- there are two “Gettys” but we are talking about the one near Hollywood. Amazing views. The grounds itself are worth going for. And they always have great exhibits.
LOCATIONS
Main St. & Rose intersection - walk north from here along
Main St. and you will be in our favorite part of town. A lot of the restaurants we’ve mentioned are in this area. There is also a great farmers’ market every Sunday. Very local area.
3rd Street Promenade- If you are looking for brand name shopping in a busy atmosphere, this is the place. Pedestrian area with street performers and all the shops you know. Some overpriced bars and restaurants too. Main tourist area near the Santa Monica pier. But worth seeing.
Santa Monica Bike Path- Rent a bike and ride past all the crazies in Venice (without stopping!), down to the Santa Monica Pier, and keep going to the less populated beaches towards Malibu. Beautiful ride.
