"The beer is cold and the food is pretty decent. The place is a little run down, but so is most of Venice Beach. This is probably a great place during summer afternoons to enjoy a cold drink. I experienced dinner on a Weds (1/14/26) January...a time where some grime isn't as easily overlooked as a peak summer day. The Cali BLT was quite good and they had a wide selection of beers. I ate at the bar and both bartenders were attentive and friendly. Bottom line, good spot for a drink, and surprisingly good food."

"Had a late lunch here while walking along Venice Beach. We had the chips with guacomole and salsa. Guac was homemade and delicious, not a fan of their salsa (it was too watery). We also had their Chinese chicken salad and it was okay. I just feel like there was too much dressing that made the veggies a bit soggy. We enjoyed the smoked brisket though, it was full of flavor and the fries were well seasoned. Service was good. Ambience was great and vibrant. There's a busker by the street and he played cool songs."

"The Sidewalk Cafe is truly one of my favorite places to eat, and their Bacon Blue Cheese Burger proves exactly why. The burger was spot-on — juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The combination of smoky, crispy bacon with the bold tang of blue cheese is unreal. Every bite hits with that rich, savory flavor that makes this burger stand out from anywhere else. The atmosphere is always relaxed and welcoming, and the service is consistently friendly and attentive. It’s the kind of place where you feel comfortable settling in and enjoying a great meal every time. If you love a good burger with serious flavor, the Bacon Blue Cheese Burger is a must-try. It’s one more reason this spot remains at the top of my favorites list."

"The restaurant was really good! The pizza was amazing one of the best I’ve had. The only downside is that the tip isn’t optional, which was a bit disappointing. Other than that, great experience overall!"

"Unfortunately, we cannot recommend this restaurant. The chicken in the burrito was undercooked and had an unpleasant taste, which is unacceptable from a food safety perspective. The enchilada my wife ordered was also very disappointing. Overall, this was a very poor dining experience."