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A vibrant oceanfront neighborhood with maybe the slowest rate of gentrification around, Venice is known as a melting pot of artists, musicians, young professionals, multicultural residents, surfers, skaters, vagabonds, backpackers, and anyone else who shuns commercial, conservative society.

A compelling mix of the inviting and the seedy, Venice is a distinctly bohemian district with an ultra-laid-back and beachy vibe. Daytime sees legions of tourists converging on Venice Boardwalk, one of the most famous attractions in all of Los Angeles, to gawk at the countless buskers, mystics, Rastafarians, and street vendors, as well as at the bodybuilders at famed Muscle Beach.

The easygoing nightlife scene, meanwhile, centers primarily around trendy Abbot Kinney Boulevard and its flirty craft beer bars, hip restaurants, and consistent slew of nouveau food trucks.

Grittier drinking dens can be found closer to the beach on the streets branching off the boardwalk, but barhoppers should be on alert as this area gets dicey after dark.

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What to Do in Venice

Venice Ale House

Bar Food / Beer / Beer Lovers

Reviewed by Jaclyn B.

"You will have no trouble spotting the Venice Ale House once you hit the boardwalk. Year round this hot spot is bustling with Venice locals and tourist ..." more

2 Rose Avenue
Venice, CA 90291

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James' Beach

20s / 30s / Bar / Blouses / Brunch / Wine

Party Earth Review A Venice institution, James’ Beach is where sandal-footed TV producers grab a beer, Porsche-driving surfers snack on seafood, and wealthy beach bums throw back mojitos with pretty ladies ... more

60 North Venice Boulevard
Venice, CA 90291

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The Brig

20s / 30s / Bar / Budget-friendly / DJ

Party Earth Review A quintessential Venice bar, The Brig has been a cornerstone of the hip Abbot Kinney Boulevard for over sixty years. A dive bar for its first five decades, the venue underwent a swanky ... more

1515 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90291

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Nikki's Venice Beach

20s / 30s / Bar Food / Basketball / DJ

Reviewed by Billy K.

"My Advice/My Take: Nikki’s is a stylish, but subtle bar within feet from the famous Venice Beach boardwalk. Nikki’s offers a welcome escape from all t ..." more

72 Market Street
Venice, CA 90291

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Baja Cantina

20s and up / Ambient Rock / Bar

Party Earth Review Since first opening in 1974, Baja Cantina has been dishing out Mexican food and margaritas to surf bums, tourists, and rowdy sports fans from the minute doors open till the last free ... more

311 Washington Boulevard
Marina del Rey, CA 90292

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Larry's

20s / 30s / Artsy / Beer / Beer Lovers

Reviewed by Katie F.

"My Take: Larry’s is a yummy stop-over for hungry beach goers in Venice. An American gastropub with excellent pizzas and a fantastic selection of micro ..." more

24 Windward Avenue
Venice, CA 90291

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Danny's Restaurant

20s / 30s / 40s / Bar Food / Breakfast

Reviewed by Katie F.

"My Take: Danny’s Restaurant is a Venice classic. A fantastic snapshot of Southern California in more ways than one, Danny’s is the place to take out o ..." more

23 Windward Avenue
Venice, CA 90291

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The Otheroom

20s / 30s / Alternative / Bar / Beer

Party Earth Review Housed in a beautiful industrial space that was once home to a bank, The Otheroom is possibly the most popular bar on Venice’s trendy Abbot Kinney Boulevard. Originally established ... more

1201 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90291

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The Venice Whaler

20s / Alternative Rock / Casual

Party Earth Review Whether for Sunday afternoon pit stops or Fridays of debauchery, The Venice Whaler offers patrons the chance to dine and imbibe just steps from the sand. Stumbling distance from Venice ... more

10 Washington Boulevard
Venice, CA 90292

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The Talking Stick

All Ages / Alternative / Art

Reviewed by Donna D.

"The Talking Stick is a venue I frequent often. It is the embodiment of Venice Beach. Whether stopping in the morning for coffee or listening to a li ..." more

1411 Lincoln Boulevard
Venice, CA 90291

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Café Gratitude

Anything goes / Beer / Casual

Reviewed by Kathy D.

"Their food is great - I have not had a single menu item I have not liked. I would recommend just going for anything that stands out to you, because yo ..." more

512 Rose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90291

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High Rooftop Lounge

80s Music / Bottle Service / DJ

Party Earth Review Surprisingly situated amid the skate parks and artsy crowds that Venice is known for is the swanky High Rooftop Lounge, an open-air venue on top of the Hotel Erwin that offers panoramic ... more

Hotel Erwin
1697 Pacific Avenue, 6th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90291

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