Food Scene
Mao's Kitchen
1512 Pacific Avecheap local chinese food
Joe's Restaurant
1023 Abbot Kinney BoulevardThe best local restaurant for fine dining
Hama Restaurant
213 Windward AveLocal sushi - great bar and vibe, ok sushi
Hinano Cafe
15 Washington BlvdBest burgers in the city
Akbar
3115 Washington BlvdIndian cuisine in venice
Drinks & Nightlife
Great local restaurant and hangout - the place where business get done
139 locals recommend
Hal's Bar and Grill
1025 Abbot Kinney BlvdGreat local restaurant and hangout - the place where business get done
The Commons Ale House
129 BroadwayGreat beachside food with hip crowd - always crowded
Shopping
Zelda's Corner
9 Westminster AveGreat locally owned deli and sandwich shop
Everything Else
Lemonade
1661 Abbot Kinney BlvdGreat lunch spot
Venice Beach Wines
529 Rose AveGreat vibe if you can get into this small dining room
Venice Canals
great tourist attraction many don't know about
L.A. Louver
45 N Venice BlvdBest gallery in town
C.A.V.E. Gallery
55 N Venice BlvdBest artwork in any gallery in town
Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library
501 S Venice Blvdlocal library