Gran Blanco

From the same team behind nearby all-day Australian eatery Great White, Gran Blanco offers seasonal, Mediterranean-inspired California small plates, natural wines and breezy, well-made cocktails in a tiny, well-decorated space just under the iconic VENICE sign. Standouts include the buffalo cauliflower, smashed crispy potatoes served with chive crema and mouthewatering lamb ribblets with harissa, parsley and Aleppo peppers. Though the small restaurant grows deafeningly loud with obnoxious, sceney clientele on Friday and Saturday nights, Gran Blanco also offers brunch, when crowds are quieter.