James Beach Restaurant

(310) 823-5396

60 N Venice Blvd
Venice, CA 90291 33.9847 -118.4706

Neighborhoods: Venice, West LA

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In Short
Regulars guzzle vodka martinis at the bar, recalling the restaurant's storied '80s past, while the young and beautiful bring the spark of a beach party to the dining room. Neon-lit bathing suits hang from rafters on the quasi-outdoor patio, while soft lighting casts a romantic glow over the more cosmopolitan dining room. Entrees lean toward Americana with a creative twist, like pork chops with grilled peaches, chili grits and collard greens. Room for dessert? Try the warm, homemade chocolate-chip cookies.

Anonymous

May 06, 2008

The atmosphere is cool. You may see stars eating and enjoying the Venice view. I love this place and the food is wonderful. The prices are not bad. The service was very attentive and quick.

Anonymous

May 06, 2008

This place is interesting, when you walk in you can either go to the left for some fine dining and really good food, or you can go to the right and hang out at the bar in a laid back atmosphere. If you walk upstairs they have one pool table and you have to pu your name on the chalkboard to get a spot. Fun place to go and hang out with friends.

LAfoodlvr

May 04, 2008

First of all if you are not a celebrity or an old rich dude hitting on wh*re looking girls as old as their daughters, then make sure there is more than two people in your party because they will seat you at one of the worst table! For example, a table in front of the restrooms and next to the kitchen so all the servers are constantly bumping against your chair as they are coming in and out. Oh, don't worry they will still give you this crappy table, even if you RSVP. Because I called in advance to RSVP for a booth and look what I got! When you address this issue with the hostess, she couldn't care less and tells you to either sit at the bar next to the old due and wh*re looking girl or wait 40 minutes for the next table. Wow, now that's what I call service! If I didn't know better I thought I was at a fast food joint where there is no such thing as customer service. Now let's talk about the food, it's average. But if you are into overpaying for average food and substandard service then come on over, otherwise avoid at all cost!!

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Parking:

If you don't mind walking a block, a less-expensive-than-valet public lot is within sight of the restaurant.

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