A friend of mine told us about Wally's poor house in Venice. My wife and I decided to check it out and have lunch what a beautiful little hidden gem. Nothing fancy pretty small inside. We only found one four table sitting area. All the rest were two tables. There was an extremely long bar. There is no "at your table Service" you place your order and get your drinks at the bar. The bartender was absolutely fantastic. She was super friendly and very helpful on the menu. I ended up with the homemade pierogi sampler. I thought it was delicious, but they didn't tell you they covered in fried onions. I would get it again and leave the onions off. my wife had a six dollar house salad. She said it was delicious. They have a great happy hour with selected half-price appetizers. We will definitely be going back. if you want an old town Florida feel, This is definitely the place for you. read more

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I love this bar! Great bartenders, great food and awesome atmosphere. One of the best bars around.

Waited 35 minutes for a burger and tots at2 pm with a half full bar. Finally got Hangry and left bummed because I know they usually have good burgers. This local guy won't be back anytime soon read more

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Self service bar and have to go up to bar to order says the sign. Small room to play pool in where the bathrooms are located. There is also a bar door where you can order from that side as well. I only went in to check out the pool table. It was ok with 8 broken house cues and two working generic sticks available. The sign next to the sticks is true - don't break our tips. read more

told a female to stay out of my conversation a week ago, the bartender threatened to kick me out, now, a week later, I get kicked out for the review I made on google talking about it. Even the owner was reasonable, but the staff themselves drink while on shift and their emotions swing like a seesaw. read more

Great bar and food. Loved the atmosphere and lively bar. Crowded all afternoon! Very reasonable priced food and drinks.

Went there two days in a row. Great dive bar ambience. Nice people. Staff, kitchen and food are top notch. One of the best cheesesteaks I've ever had. Will definitely come back again if we're ever in the area. read more

This is our go-to place when we don't feel like cooking and just want a beer and a burger without any effort. It's close by, wear whatever you're wearing, parking is never a problem, the customers are friendly, the bartenders are friendly, everyone knows how to act, and they have the best burgers on the planet. The pierogies are good, too. Okay, they had no business serving me the sweet potato fries that they did but I forgive them. read more

OK, let's be clear: this is a 5* Dive Bar. This isn't a "fine dining establishment," it's not a Tiki Bar, it's a dive bar with good food and good service. Bruce and I pass by Wally's Pour House on 41 all the time and their sign out front clearly says "Homemade Pierogies." Bruce is part Polish and talks about pierogies all the time though we've been together 10 years and have not eaten them at home or out. Obviously back home in Cali you would only get pierogies at someone's home or church. Bruce says the little old Polish ladies would make them at Catholic church events and people would order them for Christmas. "It's like a Polish ravioli," he said -- but with different filling. So we went to another event last night and were still hungry afterward (this is a theme, maybe we are eating too much). We decided we were not interested in watching the Presidential debate, we drove past Wellen Park and I said, "Why don't we try the Pour House?" So, we did. I told him, "I already saw that it doesn't look like much on the outside but it's nice on the inside." Ha ha! So we went in and we were helped by the nicest, most professional bar server ever. We ordered a ton of food and she even made fun of us. I told her, "Yes, we are pigs." Bruce got a cheesesteak (he said was "good" - another FL rarity), 6 potato & onion pierogies, and I got a Reuben sandwich. I had the loaded High Noon, which is a tall glass, a shot of flavored vodka and the High Noon which you can refresh the glass with. What an ideal cool tall drink to sit and sip! This place has great prices on food and drinks and guess what? Everything was hot, fresh, and good and this was at 9:00 p.m. on a Thursday night. Good luck trying to find decent hot fresh food around here at 9:00 p.m. on a weeknight-- Where ya gonna go? Wally's Pour House! They have a big menu, plenty of burgers and sandwiches, the pierogies, and soups and salads. *the kitchen closes at 11:00*. Wally's Pour House is friendly, and a genuine neighborhood bar. We shouldn't call them dive bars. We should call them good, friendly pubs, like in the UK. If somebody's enough of a wimp or self-entitled to comment "smoking is allowed" well guess what? No one was smoking in there. If you can't tolerate smoke in a bar then don't go in one, period. I say this as a lifelong Cali resident where it hasn't been allowed since the 80s. 1-star review, "smoking allowed" - this is a FIVE STAR DIVE BAR, lady. You must be related to the lady who asked to watch the Presidential debate last night and were accommodated but told the volume would be kept low ... and ya left ... ya jamoke. read more

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The best burgers, onion rings, and tater totes. Casual relaxed atmosphere in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Was great to see old friends in a new establishment. read more

I used to frequent Wally's for lunch when I worked in Venice 15 yrs ago, other than new owners not much has changed. Prices are reasonable, food is good. Sometimes the little holes in the wall are the best. The bartender is also the wait Staff, so you might have to walk the 10" over to the bar to pick your food up,it's worth the short walk!! I still tip the 20% because they're so friendly, and I watched her slide a mug of beer most of the Length of the long polished bar without spilling a drop, the entertainment is worth something!! Great lunch spot. I give 4 ***after reading a few other posts I'd like to say I don't believe smoking is allowed at least I've not witnessed or smelled any 2024-2025 read more

Friendly staff!! Good food. Sports on cable TV. Juke box, billiards, karaoke, outside seating.

The bar is a throwback to earlier years. Amanda is fabulous. The kitchen is awesome. Putting out good bar food at reasonable prices. Always come back. read more

Fast service, quick drinks! Lots of people to talk to even on a week night. Bartender was very friendly (Alaina). Drinks were well made and delivered quick. Great to have a late night drink and meet new people! Haven't tried any food there yet but hoping it's good! read more

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We just left here, we love this place, shot and a beer joint and delicious food! Clam chowder yummy, burgers the best! Our kind of place! Thanks Amanda you are so welcoming! We'll be back!! read more

Awesome place!! One word WOW! I'll be honest I didn't want to go in the outside looked shady but when I walked in they have a beautiful bar top great atmosphere our bar tender Eliana was top notch! Super friendly and works that bar like a champ! The drinks were on point and the prices awesome! I'm so happy we went to this place. This will be our go to for drinks . The kitchen was closed when we went but the other customers we met told us they make the best wings in town. We will definitely be back to try the wings!! Check this place out you'll thank me !! read more

Excellent Excellent food & Service The beef is true American black Angus prime Service was Outstanding read more

Nice non spiking dive bar. Good food. Great prices on drinks especially at happy hour. Good place to catch a game

Throwback to the 70's in this joint! Basic tavern with a big bar and good service. Did not eat there but drinks were the norm. Only drawback was the smoke. I'm a non smoker and I wreaked of smoke after I left. read more

every time we drive by this place I tell me my wife we need to stop and try it out. it is a bar with good food. Careful if smoke bothers you, they do allow smoking in here. I went with the steak burrito and my wife had the burger, we also ordered onion rings. we did not have high exceptions but once we got our food, our expectation changed. my wife's burger was a fresh thick burger, cooked as requested and very good. my burrito was also very good, lots of steak, rice and other ingredients. The onion rings were also a surprise. they were cooked to perfections with a nice bite read more

service was atrocious, there was 8 ppl at the bar ordered my drink along with my brother which was quick. we ordered food, waited for 30 min until we asked what was going on she forgot when she wrote it down..... Ridiculous not happy and will spread the news read more

Been there twice in the last two weeks and enjoyed the servers customers and the overall atmosphere. Very relaxing experience. Good music. Like a neighborhood bar in Chicago. Felt quite at home,Finally. Too many stuffy places down here. read more

They smoke in there, you can't breathe. If they did not allow smoking inside the food might be ok.

Pierogies are the best! Just like Grandma use to make. Get it to go because the cigarette smoke is unbearable. I wish they would change. I love the bar. read more

What a smoke fest! I was interested in trying this restaurant. I has heard the food was good. We stepped in and the clouds of cigarette smoke engulfed us. We turned around and left. Not a place for non smoker's. read more

An excellent local bar, cold beers and a great menu. Staff is attentive and they have some creative writing on their chalkboards! Cheers!

Wally's is a Venice stable. But it is a Dive Bar. Do not mean that as a bad thing. It can be smoky despite filtration system. Prices are cheap and staff and customers are friendly. Locals hangout. read more

No other place exactly like this. The mix of personalities is a show worth watching. Over three years, I have only had Bud draft here until last night. Ordered a gin and tonic. Drink was made strong and a great $3.50 price, but the tonic was flat. I'll do a rum and coke next time. I only go here just before heading home because I leave smelling like smoke. It's part of the charm. read more

We have been there many times over the years and never had a problem until today. We always sat at a table and had amazing service in the past and did not know that they no longer provide table service. The bartender was rude and purposely went outside to smoke a cigarette after we asked for a box for our leftovers and the check. When she finally came back inside she completely ignored us until we went up to the bar to ask for a box and the check again. She eventually came over with a box and slammed the check on the table saying that they don't do table service. My apologies that after many years of going there we were not aware of the change. We always enjoyed the food despite the smoking but to deal with rude service not worth it, I'd rather spend my money and tips on people that deserve it. I think the bartenders name was Michelle but not sure because she only gave us attitude and not her name. read more

Went for the first and last time. Extremely smoky, even for a smoker. Got a can of PBR and a bottle of Michelob Ultra; $9.75. Talk about a poor house. read more

Love this place the Friday bartender is the beat bartender Ive ever met. My only complaint is the heavy amount of cigarette smoke I think it wouldn't be so bad if they opened some windows. But besides that it's a fantastic bar and I cannot wait to go there again. read more

Been there; done that. Won't be back. Stopped in for lunch. Smoke destroyed the taste of food. Just not worth the price.

This Is a small bar with a limited menu however the menu is wonderful. The pierogies are my absolute favorite and I even get them to go sometimes. Just beware that they are allowed to smoke in there. Otherwise it's a great place read more

I just wanna keep eating those cheeseburgers!! YUM! It's a cool bar! I love dive bars... They are becoming more and more hard to find... I'm not a smoker, so the smoke kinda bugs me.. But it's all good!!! read more

Discovered this place last year while on Vacation to Venice Beach- Tropical Storm Debbie stalled out and pretty much ruined and chance for beach outings- so we discovered this place and just recently re-visited it for their cheap drinks- read more

We come here for drinks and pool. The place is small but its always busy. They do smoke inside which I am not a fan of, but I tend to stay in the corner next to the pool tables so its not that bad. Drinks are a-OK, service is good. read more

We would love to eat there, but the cook clears out at 4 p.m.! It's a great happy hour, and the bar and bathrooms are immaculate. Our favorite bartender Lindsey gave us lots of good local recommendations, and my smokin' girlfriend likes the ashtrays and the friendly regulars. read more

This place is awesome. They only serve food till 4pm which is the only downside as I often get a craving for them when they are done serving. haha When I do get there at the right time the food is priced right and has great taste. The service is great as the bartender is attentive and makes sure you are taken care of. Usually my wife and I will get the mama burger and it comes with lettuce, tomato, onion, fries and pickle. No skimpy portions at this place. read more

Went for lunch to try the pierogis. Had to leave before ordering. The heavy smoke was awful. Can't imagine what the food tastes like. I do like to breathe while eating. read more