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    Venus Pie Trap

    3.9 (83 reviews)
    ModerateCafes, Pizza, Bakeries
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Menu Dec 2024
    Ashley H.

    Venus pie trap is a coffee and pastry shop that is open from 7am-4 pm Monday-Thursday and Friday-Sunday from 7am-5pm then it turns into Venus with a dinner menu with drinks. My friends and I showed up around 11 am on a Sunday and had no problems finding outdoor seating. I ordered the Carmel latte which was delicious. 10/10 and I also ordered the avocado toast which was pretty good but it's difficult to justify $10 avocado toast. The bread itself was good but it was so crunchy and slightly painful against the roof of my mouth. I would 100% come back and try their pizza and pies.

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    Tom L.

    The words "Pie, Coffee, Pizza" on this sparkling white seaside coffee shop & eatery say it all. Venus Pie Trap is precisely what the name hints at, serving up great coffee, excellent pies (the coconut cream is my favorite), and New Haven-style pizzas. They source some fantastic local goods too. Bagels come from Holey Roller and pastries from Manresa, but they also make their own quiches and pies in-house! The pizzas are house-fired and true to the New Haven style, meaning thin crust, rustic, and not overloaded with cheese. If you love local coffee, they serve 11th Hour Coffee (also my favorite - better than Verve and Santa Cruz Roasting Co) and don't use generic syrups. Some syrups, chai, and matcha are made fresh daily. The only minor issue with this, is if you come in the afternoon sometimes a syrup is sold out! If you're a pizza person, try the hot Mootz pizza ($18), lightly topped with mozzarella, provolone, pecorino, romano, and a bright tomato sauce. It was easy to eat and even easier to enjoy. Outside seating is available on black wrought-iron tables, soaked in sunshine and beach views. Watching people grab their coffee and pastries to-go made it clear that Venus Pie Trap is really set up with beachgoers in mind. You'll loved the relaxed outdoor seating but next time we might just head straight to the sand. For dessert, Venus Pie Trap makes all of their pies in-house. My favorite is the coconut cream pie topped with whipped cream. It's a sweet tooth's dream! The whole place is the brainchild of Sean Venus (bonus points for the clever name), who also runs the cocktail bar and kitchen next door (also named "Venus"). He says pies should be enjoyed all day and honestly, I could not agree more. If you find yourself near Rio del Mar, this spot is absolutely worth a stop. P.S.: Parking is free - you don't pass through a state park pay station.

    spinach, mozzarella, parmesan & goat cheese hand pie (apparently lol). Had lots of potato and didn't taste like cheese.
    Kelly G.

    I'm not sure if this was a flop but the spinach, mozzarella, parmesan & goat cheese hand pie tasted nothing like cheese and had a whole lot of potato in it lol (an ingredient not listed for this one). It was bad but not at all what I expected and kinda dry due to the seemingly lack of cheese. The pastry part was really flaked and good tho. The iced coffee is alright - I'm more partial to cold brew (which I knew it wasn't going to be). But pretty good as far as iced coffee goes. Husband got the broccolini quiche. I didn't try but looked good. A little small for $10 a slice but that's how it be in this economy!

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    Melissa P.

    Great little coffee spot in Rio Del Mar. Quick friendly service and ample outdoor seating in this quaint cafe. The little pie and coffee spot makes a great morning or lunch stop with a view. Sweet and savory whole pies or slices in a lovely display. We picked up a chorizo and a samosa hand pie. Great little Sunday post run treat!

    Empanada, frittata and 2 iced lattes

    Simple little coffee shop with yummy food and drinks. The pizza is thick and the flavor is great. Beach front which is a huge plus. Service is great. Ambiance is casual.

    "Caeser" "salad" and "light ice" latte

    oh hell naw... ts place gotta be a tourist trap. the "Caeser" salad is just dirty lettuce with watered down ranch dressing. They wasted their "bread" to make these crusty unseasoned croutons and couldn't make avocado toast. (how's a bakery out of bread). Instead of using their water to wash their lettuce they use it to add extra ice to your light ice lattes. ts salad taste like wet dirt with a hint of ranch bc that's all that's in it. they charging 25 cents for a cup and don't give straws #SaveTheTurtles? no #SaveTheTourists but idc the coffee tasted fine tho (very cold!!!!) but the pies are prolly good too, wouldn't know. B T W pigeons ain't even eating ts salad or croutons

    Lana R.

    Great lattes and breakfast, friendly staff, and right next to the beach. There is limited seating, but you can just walk 20 steps and take your stuff to the beach! We loved the avocado toast and vanilla latte.

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    Jamie O.

    Super cute and right by the beach! Only grabbed a chai latte (something for the road) and it was pretty good! A little sweet but still tasty. The pizza also looked good.

    Gluten free coconut cream pie.
    Bree G.

    I've been twice -- once for a latte and once for GF pie. This place is super sweet and has a prime location. The staff both times were warm and welcoming. If you're in the area, this is probably the best coffee shop.

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    Decent drip coffee. Very tasty bear claw. Nice small interior, some outdoor seating but better to take the drink for a stroll on the beach .

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    Ian recommended the streak with duck fat potatoes and it was great thank you so much Ian

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    For the love of god, you should have fruit pies!!!! What about sourcing from Beckmans?

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    Great service and yummy Quiche. The view is perfect. I can't wait for the main restaurant to open.

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    Love this place! They have my favorite bagels. Also they have my favorite pastries from Manresa bread! And great coffee!!

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    Thanks Liz. Glad you have been enjoying the pie trap!

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    Excellent pizza! Thin crust and fresh toppings...hot from the oven in minutes! Try it you won't be disappointed:)

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