Larry's Bar & Restaurant

Other Recommended Nightlife: Starving after soaking up some Venice Beach sunshine? Pop in to Larry's Venice, a beach/casual gastropub boasting 26 draft beers, extensive wine list and mouthwatering menu guaranteed to please all. Breathe in fresh salty, sea breezes while noshing on pub grub in spacious open-air seating or bar.

Larry's, named after artist Larry Bell, who once lived nearby, fits right in with the funky Venice scene. The casual indoor/outdoor gastropub celebrates Venice's rich art heritage, and features work from Bell and others. The beachfront eatery is a project of chef Brendan Collins and operations manager Carolos Tomazos. There's a large outdoor patio with a fireplace, as well as indoor seating...

"The essence of what a gastropub should be", this boardwalk-adjacent Venice hang from the folks behind Waterloo & City is a "great place to grab a drink, a bite and unwind" with lots of "tasty", "creative" small plates, burgers and heartier fare meeting up with an "excellent selection of craft beers" on tap; with moderate prices and a "comfortable" patio, many call it a "welcome addition" to...

The father-son team behind Hotel Erwin (the hotel bar that brought a little excitement back to the Venice Beach scene) offers up this 60s-themed outdoor dining and drinking establishment. There are 26 beers on tap, more in bottles, soju cocktails and menu items like Halibut and Scallop Ceviche or Char-Grilled Squid Salad. All of which go to show that the boardwalk isn't just for tourists.

Larry's is a casual gathering place and full bar with a selection of specialty cocktails, extensive selection of international beers (including 26 draft beers!), a robust wine list, and food from Chef Brendan Collins of Waterloo & City.