Best Live Music Restaurants in Venice

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1. 1212 Santa Monica

4.4

Awesome(1801)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 31 times today

1212 Santa Monica is a unique New American Cuisine restaurant located in the heart of Downtown Santa Monica on the Third Street Promenade. Our menu highlights the palette and diversity of the SoCal landscape. Complimenting the food, our beverage program includes select wines and creative cocktails to enhance your dining experience.Join us for All Night Happy Hour starting daily at 5pm & Bottomless Brunch every Friday, Saturday and Sunday with bottomless mimosas for only $28. On specific Saturdays & Sunday brunches we charge a $10 Entertainment Fee for those enjoying drag shows in our Main Dining Area.Enjoy the beautiful beach weather on the patio, or indoors in our massive dining room. Plan a private event or meeting on our Balcony, Private Dining Room or Patio.

2. Paloma Venice

4.5

Awesome(395)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

Booked 39 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.

3. Baltaire

4.8

Exceptional(2969)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Brentwood

Booked 126 times today

Baltaire is a modern steakhouse and restaurant with a classic touch, offering high-quality steaks, exceptional seafood, and healthy, light fare options in Brentwood. Our spacious dining room opens to a beautiful outdoor terrace, and we have an inviting lounge where you can enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine and listen to live music. Our Sunday DJ Brunch features a prix fixe, tableside bloody mary & cinnamon roll carts plus roaming caviar. Come and experience a re-imagined steakhouse at Baltaire.

4. Lunetta

4.8

Exceptional(2215)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 34 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. Ōwa

4.5

Awesome(60)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Venice

Booked 35 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.

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6. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

4.5

Awesome(894)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 59 times today

Experience the "Joie de Vivre"At LouLou, food, entertainment, fashion, and art converge into a unique, one-of-a-kind destination.LouLou’s carefully crafted menus showcase French Mediterranean flavors with a classic California twist, while honoring the generosity of artisanal and homemade ingredients, as well as local organic produce.A carefully selected wine list offers a tasteful array of wines from both France and CaliforniaNever bowing to the ordinary, whether it’s a legendary brunch, after work cocktails, elegant dinner, or corporate event, LouLou will always deliver an experience to remember.Ample parking is available in the building. We are located on the rooftop level. Suite 300

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7. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1749)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 13 times today

Overlooking Mother’s Beach, Beachside Restaurant & Bar is the destination for waterfront dining in Marina del Rey. Enjoy Californian cuisine with a Latin twist in a lively setting featuring a full bar, indoor dining room, and an oceanfront patio just steps from the sand for a truly unique al fresco experience. Open for brunch, dinner, and happy hour—plus, our dog-friendly patio welcomes your four-legged friends!

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8. Sogno Toscano - Santa Monica

4.9

Exceptional(152)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 17 times today

Our newly opening location, SOGNO TOSCANO WINE BAR, MARKET & LIFESTYLE CAFÉ, will offer an exquisite selection of the finest Italian delicacies such as pastries, espresso, cappuccino, typical focacce Toscane, and great wines. What is most unique and differentiated about our new venue is that the place will not just be your regular bar for breakfast, lunch and aperitivo, but rather a very much needed Italian marketplace. Located in one of the coolest neighborhoods of the city, Santa Monica, our groundbreaking venue will provide customers with a variety of high-quality, specialty retail food products under the single label of the already well known “Sogno Toscano” brand. Our patio is unique, spacious and charming, ready to host very interesting events such as Wine Tastings, Sip & Draw nights, live Jazz music on weekends. Get ready to experience the Italian Dolce Vita...!

9. Zinqué - Venice

4.6

Exceptional(883)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Venice

Booked 29 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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10. Orla by Michael Mina

4.7

Exceptional(38)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Santa Monica

Booked 20 times today

Orla draws inspiration from the bustling markets of the Mediterranean and the Middle East, showcasing the richness of regional flavors and traditional cooking techniques. Embark on a culinary journey, where every bite resonates with the zest of an authentic Mediterranean dining experience.

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Noelle
Los Angeles •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The inside seating was quiet and enjoyed the nearby fire on Easter day brunch. The service was slow and our waiter was clearly caring for too many tables and frequently forgot to bring us beverages. The food was fair to good, with no follow up from the waiter on quality or if we had everything that we needed. The on-site parking was a bonus, but not sure if I would return anytime soon.
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LunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.8
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Laura
Los Angeles •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Superb in every way! Thx for a great experience all around
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BaltairePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Brentwood
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4.8
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Javier
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 13, 2025
Got my order wrong twice, and food wasn’t what we expect but the overall experience was great and our server was awesome.
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1212 Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.4
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AngelieVIP
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 6, 2025
Hot new trendy restaurant, awesome vibe, great location in heart of Abbott Kinney. DJ on Fridays and Saturdays… house music on the Sat I was there started at 9:30. Food was amazing…Kinney roll, spicy crispy rice tuna - fabulous! Great sake selection. If you’re ok with loud crowd, the vibe is amazing!
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ŌwaPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Venice
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4.5
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Monzerrat
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 31, 2025
Food was amazing! We tried crispy calamari, grilled octopus salad, wild mushroom side, and the sea bass. Also paired it with a Tamarind Mezcal margarita. Everything was so good! We highly recommend this place.
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Paloma VenicePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Venice
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4.5

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