BEER DRINKER’S GUIDE TO VENICE.  Written by Alex Stowell. Abbot Kinney once asked, “where is the beer?” Well, in honor of our great city's founder, I am going to answer that question. We will look at several local watering holes, and seek out the best deals they have. -- Venice Ale House- The VAH is now brewing their own beer.  Christened Hi-hop by owners Tom and Spoony (founder...more

Spend the night in Venice!!!!! Check out these local hotel deals. Best places to dine and drink in Venice Coffee, teas, juice, smoothies, wheatgrass, coconuts and baked goods Breakfast, brunch or lunch locations during the weekends in Venice. Eating healthy at the beach! Late night Dining Where to go for live music. Where to get your beer and liquor. Watch the games here! Check out this list of venues showing the games, and...more

EAT and DRINK on ABBOT KINNEY BLVD: _____________ Brickhouse Kitchen: Where the locals eat! Indoor and outdoor patio. Huge variety and large portions. . Buy one meal and get the second free at the Brickhouse Kitchen! Fridays for dinner only! Coupon deal starts at 5 -8:30 p.m. Also, $10 pizza w/ three toppings. Delivery available. 826 Hampton Ave. | brickhousevenice.com | 310.581.1639 __________________________________________ French Market Cafe: Traditional French...more

There is a saying in business that personifies the three restaurants on the boardwalk at 19th ave.: Do one thing, and do it better than anyone else. Well, these places do just that. The three restaurant patio on 19th has some of best food on the Oceanfront Walk. Poke Poke: Serves the classic Hawaiian creation Poke, which is raw tuna chunks prepared with sesame oil, sesame seeds...more

COFFEE, TEAS, FRESH JUICE, SMOOTHIES & BAKED GOODS: ------ _______ Cafe Collage: Open at 6:30 am daily with: coffee, specialty coffees, teas, smoothies, soups, sandwiches, wraps, bagels, baked goods and more. Neighborhood Special: Cafe Collage is offering 75 cent refills. 1518 Pacific Ave. | 310.399.0632 __________________________________________ Fruit Gallery. Smoothies, wraps, juices, salads, wheatgrass, coconuts, raw, vegan, dairy & gluten free food. 15% off juice, smoothies, and food. Now serving raw food! 1...more

HOW TO AVOID GETTING PARKING TICKETS IN VENICE.  Remember to be carefully read all signs when parking your car in Venice.  Avoid parking where the curbs are painted red.   Red means no parking.  Pay attention to when your parking meter expires. The parking attendants are on it, and there is no negotiating your way out of a ticket once they start writing it up.  If...more

  Local Venice Phone Numbers: Breakwater Conditions Hot-line 800-525-5662 Venice Beach Recreation & Parks (Old Office) 1800 Oceanfront Walk. Venice, CA 90291 Tel: 310-399-2775. Fax: 310-577-0146 LAPD Sub-Station 310-392-6764 Life Guard Emergency 310-394-3261 310-577-5700 LAPD Front Desk Pacific Division 310-482-6334 LAPD Pacific Division 310-202-4501 310-202-4502 (03) LA DOT (DISPATCH) 213-485-4184 LAFD Venice Station 310-575-8563 Council Office WLA (Mark Grant) 310-575-8461 Dept. Of Beach & Harbors 310-305-9503 (Permits) 310-305-9549 (Filming) Park Rangers Emergency 310-913-7390 L.A. City Dept. Of Animal Services (Animal Regulation) 888-452-7381 (Regular) 310-207-3266 (WLA) District office 310-837-8116. Rec and Parks Maintenance 310-396-1615 Venice Pool (Venice high School) 310-575-8260 Venice Library 310-821-1769 Sidewalk Café (Vending...more

RELAX & BEAUTIFY in Venice! Here is a list of local places and deals to help you get ready and feel good for the New Year! ___________________________He_______________ --- Green Goddess. Providing safe access to the highest quality medicine in the heart of Venice since 2006! 420 happy hour special. 4.2 grams 1/8′s from 4–5pm daily. 70 Windward Ave. | 310.396.7770 - Green Goddess Collective is a patients’ group organized under the...more

Venice Pier area/Washington Square:  The southern end of Venice is home to the Venice Pier and an upscale area known to locals as Washington Square. The crowds are good looking and the party is steady.  The Square is home to a wide variety of eating and drinking options. HERE ARE SOME OF THE BEST: (For more information on the following hots pots, click on it. ...more

SHOP LIKE A LOCAL!   Animal House: Hotter-than-hot vintage and contemporary Venice boutique. 10% off everything. 66 Windward Ave | animalhousevenice.com | 310 392 5411 __________________________________________ Arbor Collective: We carry, for sale or demo, the full range of Arbor Snowboards, Arbor Skateboards, Arbor/Firewire Collab Surfboards, and Arbor Apparel, as well as other popular brands that share our performance, style, and eco-minded DNA. Use this page to receive Arbor...more