Danny’s Venice

Specialties

Danny’s is an eclectic eatery offering a mix of California cuisine and comfort food favorites. Danny’s is located at the corner of Speedway and Windward steps away from the world famous Venice Boardwalk in the heart of Abbot Kinney’s Historic Windward District and is a cornerstone of the area’s restoration.

A visit to world famous Venice Beach wouldn’t be complete without seeing Danny’s! Rated ‘Best of LA’ by LA Magazine, Danny’s is Venice’s most historic eatery and is known for featuring the best natural ingredients, including Certified Angus Beef, Mary’s chicken, and fresh bread from local favorite Loge Bakery. Danny’s serves delicious brunch dishes until 5pm and all-​day artisan sandwiches, house made soups, mouth-​watering entrees, and the area’s best desserts, including the original 1906 Hot Fudge Sundae made famous in Los Angeles.

History

Established in 2005.

Danny’s is the vision of Daniel Samakow and James Evans, the restaurateurs who created two other Venice landmarks, James’ Beach and the Canal Club. For Danny’s, the duo wanted to create an authentic Venice destination for locals and tourists alike, by restoring the site’s turn of the century architecture and spirit, while providing the finest quality food and a truly unique dining experience.

Danny’s interior recalls the stylish and bustling dining haunts that filled Abbot Kinney’s popular tourist destination in 1915. Set in the historic 1906 Windward hotel first floor, the restaurant has high backed booths, vaulted ceilings, exposed brick and a bright, airy feel that set the mood. To reach the dining room at Danny’s, you walk past art from numerous current Venice artists such as Ed Ruscha, Dennis Hopper and Robert Graham (trading art for food is a Venice tradition). Once seated, you find yourself surrounded by a collection of historic Venice photos and memorabilia.

Meet the Business Owner

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Business Owner

Danny Samakow and James Evans opened Danny’s to connect locals and visitors to the history and artistic spirit of Venice. The two helped erect the Venice Sign at the head of Windward. They also support numerous other Venice institutions. James is on the board of Otis college and Danny co-​founded the Venice Art Crawl. They also own James’ Beach and Canal Club, two long standing restaurants in Venice.