Restaurants near Penmar Recreation Center

209 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(2259)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 205 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

4.5

Awesome(1330)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 252 times today

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

4. Zinqué - Venice

4.6

Exceptional(844)

Price: Moderate

• French • Venice

Booked 32 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)

5. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2162)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 30 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.

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6. The Butcher's Daughter

4.6

Exceptional(162)

Price: Moderate

• American • Venice

Booked 60 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. The Rose Venice

4.5

Awesome(2952)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 37 times today

The Rose is an iconic restaurant in the heart of Venice, serving locals and travelers alike since 1979.The Rose presents modern California cuisine that is globally influenced and seasonally driven by local farms. The menu is complimented by a thoughtfully curated wine list, highlighting boutique producers focused on self sustainable practices. The bakery celebrates American classics, as well as some of the original Rose classics, re-conceptualized with their innovative techniques. The sprawling space has indoor and outdoor dining areas including ample patio seating, a full market and bakery, coffee bar, and 40-foot craft-cocktail bar. If you're unable to find a reservation at your desired time don't worry, we always reserve some of our service areas for walk-in traffic for all services.

8. Wabi on Rose

4.5

Awesome(1313)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Venice

Booked 25 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.

9. Paloma Venice

4.4

Awesome(370)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

Booked 17 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.

10. pasjoli

4.6

Exceptional(642)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 11 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.

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Larryvip
San Francisco Bay Area •57 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Inventive food, wonderful flavors and a menu few retardants can match in its breakfast to dinner offerings - always a pleasure coming here.
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7
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Michaelvip
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great Bronzino. Reasonable prices. Pleasant music.
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Zinqué - VenicePrice: Moderate• French• Venice
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4.6
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Terry
Idaho •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had our Thanksgiving meal at Lunetta’s and we were very happy. The entree was very good with plenty of variety on our plates to make it interesting. The portions were more than sufficient. The service was attentive. We enjoyed the warm ambience of the restaurant as well as the intriguing display of artwork. We will definitely return to this restaurant when we are in town.
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LunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.7
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Justin
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Élephante is a staple in Santa Monica! They are consistently good, always delivering delicious food, good drinks and a good vibe.
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Élephante Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
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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209 restaurants available nearby

1. The Penmar

2. Gjelina

3. Élephante Santa Monica

4. Zinqué - Venice

5. Lunetta

6. The Butcher's Daughter

7. The Rose Venice

8. Wabi on Rose

9. Paloma Venice

10. pasjoli

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