Restaurants near Penmar Recreation Center

211 restaurants available nearby

1. The Penmar

4.2

Awesome(3)

Price: Moderate

• American • Venice

We are one of the best kept secrets in Venice. Nestled inside The Penmar golf course, you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails, and our full coffee bar surrounded by gorgeous lush green grass and trees. We have a fun and approachable menu filled with pancakes, burgers, breakfast tacos, burritos, and ceviche. The golf course has been in Venice since 1962 and is where Harrison Ford famously "landed" his plane. You don't need to golf to come visit us. It's perfect for a first date, families, watching sports on our 11 flat screen TVs, joining us for our pizza nights, or kicking back with some wine and charcuterie at our Summer Sunset Sessions Concerts.

2. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2344)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 207 times today

Gjelina is a restaurant specializing in New American cuisine. Open every day from 8 a.m. until 11pm, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast, try 9 grain pancakes with butter and maple syrup or warm banana buckwheat loaf with butter and jam of the day. Brunch options include Moroccan baked eggs and 7 grain porridge. Gjelina offers a variety of oysters, crudo, charcuterie and salad options to start at lunch and dinner. Main courses include pizzas from our wood fired oven and entrees like duck confit, house made pastas and roasted organic half chicken.*Only ADA certified animals are allowed in Gjelina*A 20% Mandatory Service Charge is added to your check. Our belief is that every hourly Gjelina employee contributes to your service and 100% of the MSC will be distributed amongst them.

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3. Élephante Santa Monica

4.6

Exceptional(1457)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 246 times today

Chic destination for elevated Italian cuisine in breezy, loungelike dining areas with ocean views.

4. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2192)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 53 times today

Chef Raphael Lunetta and Emilio Cuyuch chef driven neighborhood diner with rustic California dining room and bar. Lunetta serves great food paired with locally roasted coffee options, classic cocktails, large selection of craft beer and delicious wines that we enjoy drinking with our family & friends.We buy the freshest ingredients we can find. We cook seasonally because that’s what is fresh and best. We support local farmers and businesses whenever we can, because the best flavor naturally follows. Menus for Lunetta are locally sourced and responsibly grown, using seasonal ingredients based on the abundant product available on the California Coast. Our full bar features classic as well as craft cocktails using the finest in artisan spirits, mixers and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Our comprehensive wine list highlights small California producers and artisan winemakers from around the world.

5. Zinqué - Venice

4.7

Exceptional(867)

Price: Moderate

• French • Venice

Booked 67 times today

zinqué is a beloved neighborhood hotspot & all-day restaurant serving French-inspired dishes, small plates, craft cocktails & a uniquely curated wine selection. Inspired by the zinc countertop bars & cafés of Paris, many of its customers consider it a second home—a place to work, linger & socialize. Open from 7am till late, the space transforms from a European-style bistro & café, serving full breakfast with La Colombe coffee drinks & its famous Le Bowl for lunch, to full service dining at night. Live music, guest DJs, art workshops & wine tastings also make it a favorite community hangout. (zin-kæ)

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6. The Butcher's Daughter

4.7

Exceptional(176)

Price: Moderate

• American • Venice

Booked 66 times today

The Butcher’s Daughter Venice is a plant-forward restaurant, bar, juicery, and “vegetable slaughterhouse.” Located in the vibrant Venice neighborhood, we treat fruits and vegetables with the same care a butcher would meat: chopping, filleting, and carving fresh produce into healthy vegetarian dishes and pressing them into vibrant juices. Under the guidance of our Culinary Director Richard Rea, our menu changes every season, offering 100% vegetarian dishes with many vegan and gluten-free options. We take pride in our great selection of wines, craft cocktails, and mocktails, ensuring there’s something for every taste. We also offer take-out and delivery for those who prefer to enjoy our meals at home. Named one of the best supper spots in Venice by the LA Times, we serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, creating a celebrated dining experience with in-season ingredients that nourish both body and soul.

7. Wabi on Rose

4.5

Awesome(1322)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Venice

Booked 48 times today

This local hot spot suffered a fire in 2018 and triumphantly returned in 2020. With Chef Rain's innovative cuisine and vibrant bar scene, Wabi on Rose embodies the Rose Avenue lifestyle. Sexy, contemporary design, frames this hip spot with a chic outdoor seating area. Neighborhood regulars enjoy the fresh-caught, Pacific Rim, sushi inspired menu,and live fire grill. Swimsuit to business suit, all are welcome.

8. pasjoli

4.6

Exceptional(665)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 34 times today

Pasjoli is an elevated French bistro from James Beard award-winning chef Dave Beran. The restaurant pays homage to French cuisine utilizing the bounty of produce available in Southern California. Rooted in classic French cooking and inspired by Parisian markets, pasjoli reflects Chef Dave’s thoughtful cooking style, showcasing his creative touches on bistro fare.We serve a five-course prix fixe menu in our dining room and our secret garden. You'll be able to select your seating preference when you confirm your reservation. Please visit our website to see the most current menu.Each evening, we have limited availability of pressed duck dinners. If you are interested in enjoying a pressed duck, please email info@pasjoli.com, and we will do our best to accommodate your request. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate vegan diets.

9. Ōwa

4.5

Awesome(51)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Venice

Booked 51 times today

Ōwa is a return home for Sushi and Japanese cuisine on Abbot Kinney. The culinary program showcases a modern take on sushi favorites and other Japanese classics using from-scratch recipes and fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. The spirit center of Ōwa is an artful balance of light, floral Japanese Gins and bold Japanese whiskeys. With appearances of shōchū, yuzu, an extensive sake selection, and Japanese beer heroes, Ōwa’s beverage offerings would not be complete without several tequila and mezcal tributes that pay homage to the Mexican roots of Los Angeles. Between superb cuisine, cocktails, heart-centered experiences and the impassioned experts behind it all, Ōwa keeps the heart of restaurant culture beating in Los Angeles, starting in the holistic and tightly knit community of Venice Beach.

10. Paloma Venice

4.4

Awesome(382)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

Booked 41 times today

Paloma is a Mediterranean inspired oasis at the iconic corner of Abbot Kinney and Venice Blvds. With three distinct dining areas - indoors with velveteen banquettes and comfortable bar seating; a bougainvillea framed patio with a retractable roof; and an al fresco deck shaded with large, breezy umbrellas and lush greenery, complete with a fire pit tucked away in a corner alcove, guests will feel transported and enjoy a market-fresh menu with something for everyone.

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Sharice
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Loved our lunch today. Amazing service, delicious food and fab atmosphere. Thanks for having us.
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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Michael
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is a great place. Be sure to have a reservation. Be nice and kind to everyone, they're super professional and helpful. The hibiscus cucumber Spritz is light and refreshing, a little bit sweet. But yummy. The butternut squash pasta is wonderful, as is the mushroom polenta, the broccolini is quite delish. I wish I would have had the ice cream with the espresso poured over but it didn't suit the occasion. Will definitely attend again.
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Élephante Santa MonicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Monica
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NickVIP
San Diego •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 16, 2025
Enjoyed the food and the vibe. Also, our server/waitress - whose name I didn’t get - was fantastic! A gorgeous brunette with a wonderful smile and great personality. She was wearing jeans. Just fabulous! We were there on 1/16/25 At 12:35pm.
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LunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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AjayP
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 5, 2025
Great place to come for vegetarian food near Venice Beach. Wish the menu was a little more extensive but we found various items that caught our attention. (Menu changes seasonally)
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The Butcher's DaughterPrice: Moderate• American• Venice
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4.7
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Los Angeles •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 4, 2024
There for music.Great venue for music and rinks, bar food
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The PenmarPrice: Moderate• American• Venice
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4.2

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211 restaurants available nearby

1. The Penmar

2. Gjelina

3. Élephante Santa Monica

4. Lunetta

5. Zinqué - Venice

6. The Butcher's Daughter

7. Wabi on Rose

8. pasjoli

9. Ōwa

10. Paloma Venice

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