Venice california apartments - Restaurants

Picture yourself dining in the company of your inamorato(loved one), with beautiful scenery, the setting sun and little boats making their way back home right just as you look out of the window. There could be no better place than Cafe Del Rey to experience such a moment. Apart from Mediterranean and French cuisine on the menu, you have a variety of fresh seafood delights to choose from. The Dungeness Crab Cake seves as a good appetiser, Curry Blackened Ahi Tuna is apt for the main course. The bar displays a collection of the finest wines. This restaurant has also been the proud recepient of the DiRoNa Award (Distinguished Restaurants of North America).

In New York City, Joe's Pizza is a legend in its own right. Throngs of people can be seen lining the streets, patiently waiting for that first bite of their favorite pizza pie. This famous pizza joint has made its way over to Los Angeles tantalizing a whole new range of taste buds. What sets this pizza apart is experience, quality ingredients and unmatchable freshness. The thin crust Sicilian-inspired pizzas are made just the way you want them, when you want them. Pick them up or have them delivered; either way, it's guaranteed to become habit-forming.

California Chicken Cafe is a cozy, comfortable place for a fast, healthy lunch. The chicken is great, but it's the wraps, salads and sides of butternut squash and potatoes that set this apart from the average rotisserie chicken restaurant.

Pecorino is one of the most favored cheeses in Italy. Apart from this, the regular mozzarellas and parmigianos are served up at this restaurant too. Select from the wide variety of pastas, risottos and salads—all innovatively cooked by Chef Raffaele. Try the Spaghetti alla Carbonara, Trippa alla "Romana", Con Carciofi or the weekly specials, especially the seafood soup Adriatic style. Balmy interiors with light brown and cream hues, and interesting chandeliers are enough to drive away any blues. For more information on events and other specials, check the website.

In the middle of downtown Culver City, Rush Street has set itself apart from the crowd by offering a huge restaurant and lounge that can accommodate large groups as well as intimate dinners. In the downstairs area, you can watch sports on the big screens or have a business lunch in a quiet corner. Upstairs, there is an outdoor patio great for after-work drinks. And speaking of drinks, Rush Street boasts an extensive list of wine and specialty cocktails. If you're in search of sustenance in addition to nice glass of wine, the Mesquite Turkey Burger and the Truffle Asiago Fries will not disappoint. Whether you're stopping in to watch the big game or meeting a group for happy hour, Rush Street has something for everyone. - Patrice Drakeford

Huge neon strobe lights, ample space and slick interiors represent the glamorous side of Element. Apart from being a snazzy bar frequented by celebrities, it also hosts various glitzy events like the US Weekly's ‘Hot Young Hollywood Awards', Premiere Magazine's do and many more. Filming and production sequences are held with prior bookings too, and the enthusiastic personnel manage and execute any event with style and panache. If you want to visit, reserve your tables in advance, as this is a highly sought-after venue! Order cool cocktails and groove to the wild funk and hip hop beats.

Apart from part-owner Tommy Lee's antics and celebrity friends, this bar lacks luster literally. And while it's a great place to meet singles and down heady spirits, the place is almost always empty, except maybe when Paul Oakenfold deejays. The attractive staff is helpful and the bartenders know their stuff. Other features include valet parking and group reservations.

Bastide is the quintessential French restaurant where everything—right from the name of the place to the ingredients used to prepare the meals—reflects the classic French spirit. The ambience is that of pure French elegance and country charm that helps you relax and get rejuvenated. Apart from the delicious cuisine, you can enjoy some of the best and exclusive (obviously, French) wine, that definitely adds to the flavor of the food. The restaurant also offers banquet facilities, private rooms, outdoor dining and a full bar.

This Spanish eatery serves up some interesting Mexican fare by day, but as soon as night approaches, it transforms into a hip and happening night club. Apart from the panoramic view of the beach, there is a lot it has to offer—a special menu for children, live music that ranges from flamenco to house, and on certain days, live jazz. Moreover, personal celebrations like birthdays, wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners can be hosted here with prior intimation.

Liberty Grill in downtown Los Angeles is a great place to indulge in comfort food. Barbecued ribs and steaks are the main draw, though you will find chicken, grilled salmon, crab cakes, and other meat preparations as well. Fruity cocktails like raspberry mojitos should definitely be tried. Apart from patio seating, there's also a private terrace that seats about 20. Metered parking is available.

If Castro had known about this place, he might've skipped out on the political ideals to come stuff his face with Guava Cream Cheese Pie—the house specialty—all day long instead. Apart from its lengthy list of guilt-inducing desserts, this Cuban-influenced coffeehouse serves up strong cafés con leche ("coffees with milk" for all the gringos out there), exotic drinks and juices, and freshly baked breakfast croissants. They're also riding the eco-friendly wave; they use sustainable business practices, including compostable packaging and waste minimization. They've been keeping Silver Lake residents full and happy since 1975, though the free WiFi is a new addition. - Michelle Campagna

The chicken falls off the bone, the waffles melt apart, and the service makes you feel like you're at home. Anything off the menu is a sure-fire bet.