Ospi Venice

Name: Ospi Venice
Address: 2025 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA, United States, 90291
Telephone: (424) 407-1957
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (1557)

$31 to $50

Italian

2025 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA 90291

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2 people

Jul 19, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Ospi is the sophomore restaurant of Jackson & Melissa Kalb, focused on Southern Italian cooking and way of life. The name derives from ospitante (“host” in Italian), with the expectation that guests will feel as comfortable at Ospi as they would at a friend’s dinner party. There will be plenty of house-made pastas as well as an expanded offering of pizzas. The beverage program crafted by Kalb features mostly Californian and Southern Italian wines and a full bar with a special negroni section. At Ospi, the pizza is inspired by the techniques of Antico Forno Roscioli which Jackson and Melissa frequented while visiting Rome. Focusing on Romana Tonda-style crusts that are cracker-thin, he is adapting a recipe that he feels will resonate with the LA diner. Jackson feels it extremely important to not take food too seriously. Take a trip to Southern Italy and be a guest in our home.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(424) 407-1957
Website
https://www.ospi.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jackson Kalb
Catering
Ospi is now catering your favorite Italian food. We offer both an a la carte menu as well as a packaged event menu to simplify your next party. We can also custom cater your wedding, dinner party, and more with an Ospi Private Chef! Please fill out the form and our catering specialist will contact you shortly. (https://ospi.com/venice/catering)
Private party facilities
We have a private dining room available above our bar. The room features a large natural oak table to seat up to 18, a private TV and sound system hook up, fresh flowers, and of course great food and service! Please fill out the form on our website so that our reservationist can book your party. (https://ospi.com/venice/group-dining-private-events)
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
2025 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA 90291
Neighborhood
Venice
Cross street
North Venice Blvd and Pacific Ave
Parking details
Parking structure across the street from the restaurant. There is also a parking lot on the corner of Pacific Ave and North Venice Blvd. Please see the attendant for more details.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

🍹 Ospi Venice’s Coastal Cheers Happy Hour 🍹
Multiple dates available
From 3 PM to 5 PM, join us at Ospi Venice for a delightful escape into a world of mouthwatering flavors, breezy vibes, and unbeatable deals. Gather your friends, bring your appetite, and let's make waves at Ospi’s happy hour. Our cozy atmosphere and friendly staff are here to ensure you feel right at home as you sip, savor, and soak up the coastal charm. Don’t let the sun set on your chance to experience Venice’s happiest hour – we can’t wait to welcome you!
Lunch Special: Chef Jackson's Favorites
$25.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy Chef Jackson Kalb's favorite Lunch items at $25.00 per person (+ an alcoholic beverage at $10 per person!) Available weekdays from 11:30am-3:00pm. (Fine print: Does not include tax & gratuity. Limit one $10 alcoholic beverage per guest. Additional beverages available at regular price. Not valid during Dinner service - after 3:00pm or weekend Brunch service. A 4% employee benefit fee added to all checks.)

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Popular dishes

Marinara$17.00
garlic, oregano, jalapeño (no cheese)
Copione$26.00
sopressata, honey, chili
Hapa$27.00
pepperoni, roasted pineapple, jalapeño, fresno
Cacio e Pepe$25.00
fior di latte, pecorino, single origin black pepper
Funghi$28.00
smoked scamorza, mushrooms, taleggio
Vodka$30.00
vodka sauce, pickled fresno, basil, stracciatella
Margherita$22.00
the usual

Antipasti

Crispy Provolone$19.00
vodka sauce
Neapolitan Meatballs$20.00
pine nuts, tomato passata, grana padano, fett'unta
Japanese Eggplant$18.00
spicy tomato oil, parmigiano fonduta, basil, pangrattato
Cauliflower$18.00
calabrian chili tahini, dates, pepita, fresh herbs
Persian Cucumbers$17.00
spicy eggplant & zucchini, pickled cauliflower, garbanzo, radish, banyuls, stracciatella
Kale Salad$18.00
almond dressing, parmigiano, avocado, fresh herbs
Caesar$17.00
local greens, spicy eggless caesar dressing, grana padano, pangrattato

Primi

Sub Gluten-Free Spaghetti +$2

Spicy Rigatoni$25.00
alla vodka
Mezze Maniche$23.00
cacio e pepe, single origin black pepper
Spaghetti$22.00
jame's pomodoro, basil, parmigiano
Ricotta Gnudi$24.00
brown butter-sage crunch (limited)
Linguine$22.00
colatura, lemon zest, chili, pangrattato
Malloreddus$27.00
beef cheek ragu napoletano, thyme, toscano
Raschiatelli$31.00
spicy pork sparerib sugo, crema di pecorino, pangrattato
Cannelloni$28.00
lamb neck & pine nut "alla sorrentina"
Chitarra$35.00
blue crab, jalapeño, vino bianco, mint
Lemon Tagliolini$39.00
lobster "fra diavolo," basil, pistachio
Cavatelli$44.00
pork sausage, fresh black truffle, housemade truffle butter

Secondi

Butter Chicken$31.00
(parm-style) cultured brown butter, mozz, vodka sauce, basil
Dry Aged Branzino$47.00
celeriac, sherry vinegar-glazed onion, saba, pea tendril
Dry Aged Ribeye$75.00
30-day dry aged, spinach crema

Cocktails

Negroni, et Al

Negroni della Casa$16.00
spring 44 gin, carpano antica, campari
Tikigroni$18.00
flor de cana aged rum, campari, raw pineapple-citrus shrub, lime
Boulevardier$18.00
buffalo trace bourbon, punt e mes, gran classico
White Negroni$18.00
lo siento tequila, suze, cocchi americano, grapefruit bitters
Chef's Negroni$18.00
madre mezcal, lo-fi gentian amaro, cappelletti, lime twist

Inspirato, et Al

Spritz$16.00
prosecco, aperol or campari, citrus smash
Bellezza$18.00
lo siento tequila, aperol, bill's honey, cucumber, mint
Jame Martini$18.00
hendrick's gin, st. germain, lemon, sauvignon, lime twist
Rebecca's "Margherita"$18.00
blanco tequila or mezcal (+$1), basil, combier, fresh citrus cordial
Espresso Martini$18.00
vodka or blanco tequila, oat milk, espresso, creme de cacao, amaro
Hot Girl Summer$18.00
rives strawberry gin, honey, lemon, basil
Limoncello Drop$18.00
housemade limoncello, hendrick's gin, st. germain

Presentation

Amargo$22.00
bozal mezcal, amaro montenegro, jalapeno, lemongrass, cappelletti, applewood smoke
Smoke & Spice$22.00
nikka whiskey, mitcher's rye, brandy, amontillado sherry, champagne sirop, vintage pu-erh tea, applewood smoke

Mocktails

Cool as a Cucumber$12.00
clarified raspberry, lemongrass, makrut lime, citrus, cucumber
Pineapple Express$12.00
raw pineapple shrub, lime, club soda

Birre, et Al

STS Pilsner (On Draft)$10.00
Skyduster Superdry Lager (On Draft)$10.00
Golden Monkey Belgian Tripel (On Draft)$10.00
Pliny the Elder IPA (On Draft)$10.00
Jame X Ospi Pale Ale$10.00
Blind Pig IPA (Limited)$10.00
High Noon Peach Seltzer$10.00

Bicchiere

Bianchi / Rosati

Prosecco | Frico | Scarpetta | Veneto$14.00
Pinot Grigio | Erste & Neue | Alto Adige | 2020$15.00
Sauvignon | Niklas | Alto Adige | 2020$16.00
Chardonnay | Bien Nacido | Foxen | Santa Maria | 2019$18.00
Sauvignon Blanc | (Orange) Bon Jus | Santa Barbara | 2021$16.00
Rosé | Le Fraghe | Veneto | 2021$14.00

Rossi

Lambrusco | Frico | Scarpetta | Emilia Romagna (Large Pour)$16.00
Montepulciano | Bossanova | Abbruzzo | 2019$18.00
Pinot Noir | Lola | Central Coast | 2020$18.00
Chianti | Castellinuzza e Piuca | Toscana | 2019$18.00
Super Tuscan | Rigoloccio | Toscana | 2019$17.00
Cabernet Sauvignon | Obsidian | Red Hills | 2019$22.00
Bordeaux Blend | Aleksander | Paso Robles | 2017$25.00
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What 1,557 people are saying

Ospi Venice reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ospi Venice offers a vibrant dining experience with "great food" and "amazing staff." The crispy provolone and pizza are standout dishes, while the spicy rigatoni and kale salad also earn praise. Despite some seating delays, guests appreciate the knowledgeable service and lively atmosphere. "About as good as it gets."

1,557 Reviews

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Russell
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a very passionate waiter who provided great service and was very friendly with menu questions. Nice layout but a bit cramped, cool ambiance. Would recommend.
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Peter
New Orleans / Louisiana1 review
2.0
Dined on June 30, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Ospi was one of the most anticipated reservations from a recent trip to Venice by my daughter and her two friends. The wait staff was generally inattentive, and the girls said they felt purposefully ignored as they watched other tables got regular service. They were not happy with the quality of food, especially considering the price. A 20% gratuity was added by the staff to the girls’ check, which seems very odd for a party of three. Ospi’s pretentious service is out of place in laid-back Venice.
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Aaron
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
3 for $33 deal was perfect recommend trying it out to sample what you want
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Jamilia
Unspecified1 review
3.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was so so. Carbonara from the brunch menu is hoooorrible. Crispy provolone and pizza are ok though. Ospi in Santa Barbara is much better
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Louis VIP
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great experience. The kitchen had just closed but they still let us order and didn’t rush us out. 5 out of 5 stars. Food and drinks were great.
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Landon VIP
Los Angeles9 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The crispy provolone is a top dish in Los Angeles. Will always go back just for that one! Great service.
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Brad
Indiana8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Slow service. Waiter was very knowledgeable about the food.
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Tai VIP
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. Everything was fantastic. Great staff. Cant wait to go back!
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Frank VIP
Los Angeles76 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
About as good as it gets - might be best pizza in LA, (and beyond)! Delish ! Apps - calamari - all terrific - and we&43 picky! Good drinks - great people / service too! Casual and good looking crowd - A+ for sure!
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Ashley VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was phenomenal. We’re looking forward to trying everything on the menu. Our server Ben was amazing - attentive and informative.
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FAQs

Ospi Venice offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ospi Venice also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (424) 407-1957.

Ospi Venice is rated 4.7 stars by 1557 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 19, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

2025 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA 90291

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
North Venice Blvd and Pacific Ave
Neighborhood
Venice
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking structure across the street from the restaurant. There is also a parking lot on the corner of Pacific Ave and North Venice Blvd. Please see the attendant for more details.
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jackson Kalb
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.ospi.com/
Phone number
(424) 407-1957
Catering
Ospi is now catering your favorite Italian food. We offer both an a la carte menu as well as a packaged event menu to simplify your next party. We can also custom cater your wedding, dinner party, and more with an Ospi Private Chef! Please fill out the form and our catering specialist will contact you shortly. (https://ospi.com/venice/catering)
Private party facilities
We have a private dining room available above our bar. The room features a large natural oak table to seat up to 18, a private TV and sound system hook up, fresh flowers, and of course great food and service! Please fill out the form on our website so that our reservationist can book your party. (https://ospi.com/venice/group-dining-private-events)

Ospi Venice

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

🍹 Ospi Venice’s Coastal Cheers Happy Hour 🍹

Lunch Special: Chef Jackson's Favorites

Cacio e Pepe

Kale Salad

Kale

Fett'unta

Garlic$6.00

Ricotta$13.00

Beef Tartare$20.00

Stracciatella$16.00

Pizze

Marinara$17.00

Copione$26.00

Hapa$27.00

Cacio e Pepe$25.00

Funghi$28.00

Vodka$30.00

Margherita$22.00

Antipasti

Crispy Provolone$19.00

Neapolitan Meatballs$20.00

Japanese Eggplant$18.00

Cauliflower$18.00

Persian Cucumbers$17.00

Kale Salad$18.00

Caesar$17.00

Primi

Spicy Rigatoni$25.00

Mezze Maniche$23.00

Spaghetti$22.00

Ricotta Gnudi$24.00

Linguine$22.00

Malloreddus$27.00

Raschiatelli$31.00

Cannelloni$28.00

Chitarra$35.00

Lemon Tagliolini$39.00

Cavatelli$44.00

Secondi

Butter Chicken$31.00

Dry Aged Branzino$47.00

Dry Aged Ribeye$75.00

Cocktails

Negroni, et Al

Negroni della Casa$16.00

Tikigroni$18.00

Boulevardier$18.00

White Negroni$18.00

Chef's Negroni$18.00

Inspirato, et Al

Spritz$16.00

Bellezza$18.00

Jame Martini$18.00

Rebecca's "Margherita"$18.00

Espresso Martini$18.00

Hot Girl Summer$18.00

Limoncello Drop$18.00

Presentation

Amargo$22.00

Smoke & Spice$22.00

Mocktails

Cool as a Cucumber$12.00

Pineapple Express$12.00

Birre, et Al

STS Pilsner (On Draft)$10.00

Skyduster Superdry Lager (On Draft)$10.00

Golden Monkey Belgian Tripel (On Draft)$10.00

Pliny the Elder IPA (On Draft)$10.00

Jame X Ospi Pale Ale$10.00

Blind Pig IPA (Limited)$10.00

High Noon Peach Seltzer$10.00

Bicchiere

Bianchi / Rosati

Prosecco | Frico | Scarpetta | Veneto$14.00

Pinot Grigio | Erste & Neue | Alto Adige | 2020$15.00