RVR
RVR serves Modern California izakaya cooking on Abbot Kinney, with craft cocktails, sake, and LA Times 101 Best Restaurants recognition in 2025.
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- Address
- 1305 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
- Phone
- (310) 573-8077
- Website
- rvr.la
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Modern California izakaya on Abbot Kinney
Modern California izakaya cooking anchors RVR at 1305 Abbot Kinney Blvd. The kitchen’s Californian and Japanese frame fits diners choosing between dinner and brunch.
Sake, craft cocktails, and local sourcing
Sake and craft cocktails shape the beverage side, while farm-to-table and local sourcing define the food lens. House pickles, Japanese sweet potato, duck meatballs, and chicken karaage show the menu’s range.
2025 and 2026 restaurant recognition
LA Times ranked RVR No. 38 in its 2025 101 Best Restaurants, alongside 2025 recognition from Esquire and the New York Times. James Beard Award named it a 2026 semifinalist.
Nearby-ish Comparables
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| RVR | Modern California Izakaya | $$$ | Venice |
| Greenleaf Gourmet Chopshop | Healthy American Fast-Casual | $$ | Venice |
| Abbot's Pizza Company | Neighborhood Pizza | $$ | Venice |
| Hama Sushi | Authentic Japanese Sushi with Fusion | $$ | Venice |
| Gran Blanco | Modern Japanese Izakaya | $$ | Venice |
| Sidewalk Cafe | Classic American Beach Cafe | $$ | Venice |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
James Beard Award Semi Finalist
James Beard Award
Esquire Best New Restaurants
Esquire
LA Times 101 Best Restaurants #38
LA Times
New York Times America's Best Restaurants
New York Times
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At a Glance
- Energetic
- Trendy
- Intimate
- Modern
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Special Occasion
- Open Kitchen
- Craft Cocktails
- Sake Program
- Farm To Table
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–11 PM
- Thursday
- 5–11 PM
- Friday
- 5–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–11 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Energetic and intimate with vinyl music, dark wood booths, open kitchen views, and high-energy vibe that turns dining into an event.