Like any Gulf coast barrier island worth its salt, Venice specializes in fresh, mouth-watering seafood. Sharky's on the Pier is the locale's only beachfront restaurant, and a favorite hangout for fans of drink specials, peel and eat shrimp, and spectacular sunset views. Stroll along Venice Avenue, the city's pride and joy, and you'll find a coffee house, ice cream parlor, and Luna Restorante - an Italian eatery beloved by locals. A bit off the broken path on East Venice Avenue, the rustic Snook Haven Restaurant and Fish Camp is a popular spot with film producers seeking a camera-ready authentic Old Florida, bayou-style restaurant and juke joint. Locals try to keep the eatery's famous Sunday barbecue picnics on the down-low, to avoid long lines for the delicious ribs, burgers, and chicken.
Employee Pick
Cafe Venice
116 Venice Avenue West, Venice
(941) 484-1855
Venice
Snook Haven Restaurant and Fish Camp
5000 Venice Avenue, Venice
(941) 485-7221
www.snookhavenretreat.com
Sharky's on the Pier
1600 Harbour Drive South, Venice
(941) 488-1456
www.sharkysonthepier.com
Crow's Nest Marina Restaurant
1968 Tarpon Center Drive, Venice
(941) 484-9551
www.crowsnest-venice.com
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