Top Best American Restaurants in Venice Beach

"Before Wolfgang Puck was on TV, opening airport restaurants around the world, or teaching online cooking classes, he was pioneering the brand of casual elegance at Spago that now describes much of Los Angeles. When the restaurant opened in 1982, Puck was one of a handful of chefs pioneering “California cuisine,” making use of the state’s bountiful produce in combination with Asian and European techniques. The results are legendary, such as the famed smoked salmon pizza with crème fraîche, salmon roe, and red onion."

"Reservations required weeks in advance unless your name is Leonardo Di Caprio or similar, at Spago you can eat a very good Italian inspired meal. It’s a cool place the one where people go if they want to be seen so sneakers do not go well. Put it in your list for a real treat when in LA!"

"American , Fusion"

"Situated at both ends of the Malibu Pier nearly 800 feet past the shore with panoramic views of Surfrider Beach and Malibu Lagoon State Park, Malibu Farm is a locally owned, Scandinavian-inspired restaurant, farm-to-table restaurant that serves health-minded, organic cuisine sourced from local farmers, fishermen and artisanal producers. The delicious all-day menu features mouthwatering dishes like burrata with peaches and arugula, cauliflower and zucchini crust pizzas mustard-lemon roast chicken, and vegetable paella, Helena Hendersen's famous Swedish pancakes with bacon bits for brunch. The full bar serves casual wines, craft beers, creative cocktails, and inventive variations of mimosas like apple, watermelon, and beet carrot."

"Hours: 10-5 daily seven days a week for Malibu Pier delivery and takout ?????. Order by phone or Order online HERE. As of recent, we are not sure if Malibu Farm is still offering takeout, but it looks like maybe just survival boxes."

"A post shared by Malibu Farm (@malibufarm) on May 15, 2020 at 6:41am PDT. Malibu Farm is open for dine-in; Malibu Farm Cafe will reopen soon."

"Rustic Canyon Wine Bar serves farm-to-table New American cuisine (all made from locally-sourced, sustainable ingredients) in a modern, sophisticated setting. You’ll be blown away by exquisite dishes, such as the ‘Sunburst’ Squash Salad, Ricotta Dumplings & Butterbeans, or Olive Oil-Poached Passmore Ranch Trout. They also offer an extensive wine list, artisanal beers, and handcrafted cocktails, like the Maple Berry Smash."

"Located in Santa Monica, Rustic Canyon is another Michelin-starred restaurant offering a rotating menu highlighting fresh, locally grown ingredients available for both takeout and delivery. To ensure their guests are getting the most of their dining experience they’re offering a three-course meal available Wednesday through Sunday through Tock that feeds 1-6 guests, perfect to share with your quarantine pod."

"Rustic Canyon is chef Andy Doubrava’s canvas to showcase Southern California's seasonal bounty with dishes like duck legs with preserved rhubarb and mustard cream, as well as cacio e pepe sourdough linguine. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Rustic Canyon (@rusticcanyon)"

"On Santa Monica Blvd .5 miles from the pier entrance, The Misfit Restaurant + Bar is open until 7pm every day and serves shareable dishes, skewers, and $5 barfly lunch specials. You can also enjoy an extensive drink menu with wines, local drafts, and cocktails like Million Dollar Bill."

"I'm not one for reviews but since we've been on lockdown and finally decided to come out for a drink and food, this place was great. I drove from Long Beach to…”more. Offers takeout and delivery"

"BubbaGump is known for dining with fantastic views of the sea and the harbour, food right from the sea to your plate. The food combines local flavours and fresh catch of the day with modern tastes to create some exciting flavours. The menu comprises of seafood platters, shrimp cocktails, salads, sandwiches, soups and grilled dishes."

"Since 1996, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. has been entertaining guests with a charming down-home style that’s a hit with eaters around the globe. Our menu offers a number of items for the shrimp lover in all of us..."

"Putting the "South" in Southern California, Bubba's is a lively spot to get your shrimp fix or even some Dixie-style baby back ribs."

"The Federal Bar stands tall and handsome with its high ceilings and 20th century décor. A former bank, this bar has historic roots and the attitude to prove it. After a drink and some food from the eclectic menu (think everything from mussels to pretzels with beer cheese sauce), head downstairs to the The Federal Underground, a speakeasy extension — but make sure to ask for the password first."

"Nestled within Brentwood’s upscale Country Mart, this adorable little parlour offers some “to die for” vegan options that include their Dark Chocolate and Vanilla Coconut house staples on the ice-cream front, along with the most luscious seasonal sorbet flavours – such as Nectarine and Cherry – which are currently available. Whipped up daily in small batches using only the freshest of ingredients from Santa Monica’s renowned Farmers’ Market, you can absolutely taste the attention to detail in each delectably handcrafted bite. So, with several stores located in and around the city, you’ll have plenty of pit-stops to choose from should an uncontrollable sugar craving need to be sorted out…PRONTO!"

"Sweet Rose Creamery is a quaint Santa Monica ice cream parlor that serves as one of Los Angeles' only homemade local ice creameries, originally opened by executive chef Shiho Yoshikawa and business partners Zoe Nathan and Josh Loeb in 2010 within the Brentwood Country Mart. Five neighborhood locations of the ice cream parlor are offered today, crafting high-quality desserts from locally-sourced and organic ingredients. All ice creams and toppings are made in house, with flavors ranging from classic mint and chocolate chip variants to unique sweet potato swirl and cherimoya coconut varieties."

"Yojisan Sushi serves contemporary Japanese cuisine and sushi in an intimate space on Beverly Drive. Inspired by Yojisan Sushi’s unique culinary creations, such as its Hamachi and Burrata Sashimi plate, the restaurant is designed with modern and creative décor, such as a floating garden, bamboo-shaped lights and inverted boxes perched from the ceiling that hint at traditional Japanese bento meals. In addition to the creative dishes such as the Spicy Tuna Tacos and the Red Snapper and Pear Carpaccio, try the Lobster and Heart of Palm Salad, Yojisan Sushi’s most popular dish!"

"Chef Yoji Tajima and restaurateur Giacomino Drago’s baby is Yojisan Sushi, a modern Japanese restaurant with a gorgeous floating garden. Dining here is more than just eating food; the place itself offers a whole other experience. You’ll notice unique creations like bamboo made of light and supersized inverted boxes that remind you of traditional Japanese bento."