Reservations · Delivery · Takeout · Outdoor seating
Smoked-meets-Mexican spot with standout wings, tri tip, and burritos; casual vibe and fair prices, but service inconsistency and occasional execution misses mean results can vary.
This Venice hangout blends smokehouse comfort with Mexican flavors, the kind of spot where the room feels warm and bustling and TVs roll during the game. Guests talk about servers who are friendly when on their game, but a few encounters felt aloof or slow. One fan summed it up: "wings were perfect and the sauces slapped," while another warned of a cold draft on grey days due to the open layout. In the kitchen, the approach leans smoked meats with Mexican accents rather than fine-dining theatrics. Tri tip, pulled pork, and smoked wings anchor the menu alongside burritos, tacos, and seafood plates like the La Diabla shrimp-scallop dish. When execution hits, it is flavorful and satisfying; when it misses, meats can run dry or sides feel underseasoned. Prices are fair for Venice, especially for hearty plates and shareables. Families should do fine here: there are kid-pleasing staples like burritos, burgers, fries, and straightforward tacos. No formal kids menu appeared, but flexible sides (tots, mac and cheese, rice, beans) and mild flavors make it workable. If your crew leans very picky, stick to simpler items and avoid the spicier or boozier sauces.
Area: Trendy coastal neighborhood with surf-casual energy and strong tourist traffic, plus loyal local crowd.
Safety: Generally busy and walkable; typical urban beach-area precautions at night.
Nearby: Near Venice Boardwalk and Abbot Kinney; bars, music venues, and shops draw steady flow.
Available: Reservations, Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor seating
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