Best Girls Night Out Approved Restaurants in Venice
10 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Alisa: Wine & Friends
Greek-leaning menu with dialed wine guidance by the glass.
Notable Picks
8.4
Modern Greek spot pairing mezze and grilled mains with a thoughtful wine list in a stylish Abbot Kinney room. Go for a date-night pace, knowledgeable pairings, and shareable plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Lamb chops, Horiatiki salad
What Makes it Special: Greek-leaning menu with dialed wine guidance by the glass.
#2
Chulita
8.4
Alta-California Mexican with a serious mezcal program and a weekday happy hour that includes cocktail deals and snackable plates. Tacos come on fresh tortillas with bright salsas, and the stylish patio pulls an early crowd along Rose.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled shrimp tacos, Chicken tinga tacos, Queso fundido
What Makes it Special: Modern mezcal bar with taco-friendly happy hour and a design-forward patio.
8.4
Venice outpost of a modern Thai mini-group serving bold, spice-forward street-food dishes and a natural-leaning wine list in a lively room. Go for punchy salads and curries; stay for the party-atmosphere pacing and shareable plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nam Khao Tod (crispy rice salad), Sweet Potato Massaman, Pad See Ew
What Makes it Special: New-school Thai flavors and natural wine in a high-energy setting.
#4
Coucou
8.4
Modern French bistro led by Bouchon-alum Chef Jacob Wetherington, pairing live-fire cooking with classic bistro plates. Locals come for steak frites, mussels, and strong cocktails in a buzzy, date-night setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak frites, Mussels marinière, Cheeseburger à la française
What Makes it Special: Live-fire French bistro cooking with serious cocktail craft.
8.2
Mediterranean-inspired restaurant at the Venice Blvd–Abbot Kinney gateway with a lush patio and retractable-roof deck. The menu leans market-fresh and cocktail-friendly, making it a go-to for sunset dinners and groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled branzino, Hummus with warm flatbread, Charred chicken skewers
What Makes it Special: Bougainvillea-framed patio with market-Med plates and strong cocktails.
8.2
Vegetable-forward café with many gluten-free options flagged on the menu. Lively Abbot Kinney patio, solid brunch, and staff that can guide GF substitutions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hearts of Palm “Ceviche” (GF), Mushroom 'Calamari' (GF by request), Vegan Pesto Pizza on GF crust
What Makes it Special: Vegetarian menu with clearly labeled GF dishes and flexible swaps.
8.1
Greek-leaning rooftop atop Hotel Erwin with sweeping boardwalk views. Mezze, skewers, and a strong cocktail list make it an al fresco sunset magnet.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spanakopita quesadilla, Zucchini chips, Lamb meatball skewers
What Makes it Special: True Venice rooftop with panoramic ocean views and cocktails.
#8
Roosterfish
8
Classic Abbot Kinney bar with a daily happy hour until 6pm featuring well-priced cocktails, wine, and drafts. Friendly bartenders, strong pours, and buzzy street-side energy make it a pre-dinner meet-up staple.
Must-Try Dishes:
House Old Fashioned, Margarita, Hazy IPA draft
What Makes it Special: Daily HH pricing on cocktails, wine, and drafts on Abbot Kinney.
Worthy Picks
7.9
All-day, French-inspired café and wine bar known for tartines, quiche, and a solid steak frites. It’s a flexible hang for brunch, casual dates, and late-night glasses of wine on Lincoln.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smoked salmon tartine, Quiche lorraine, Steak frites
What Makes it Special: French café staples with a deep wine list and long hours.
#10
Gin Rummy
7.8
Gin Rummy is a tropical-leaning cocktail bar at the base of the Marina Peninsula, serving island-inspired drinks and shareable bar food until late night. Locals use it as a stylish, dimly lit stop for date-adjacent hangs and nightcap rounds after the beach or dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Coconut Shrimp, Crispy Chicken Wings, Charred Cauliflower Bites
What Makes it Special: Island-style cocktails and snacks in a moody, beach-adjacent barroom.