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Founded in the late 1800s when railroad tycoon Henry Plant extended his line to the area, Venice, Florida quickly became a popular destination for tourists seeking warm weather and beautiful beaches. Named after the Italian city of the same name, Venice was designed with a similar layout of interconnected canals that give it a unique charm. The city continued to grow in the early 20th century, attracting retirees and snowbirds looking for a quiet, idyllic place to call home. During World War II, Venice served as a training ground for pilots at nearby NAS Venice, and the city’s airport still bears the military name today. Today, Venice is a thriving community with a strong emphasis on arts and culture. The Venice Theatre, founded in 1950, is one of the oldest community theaters in the country. The city also hosts several annual festivals and events, drawing visitors from far and wide to experience the charm and beauty of Venice, Florida.

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The top 10 restaurants:

Cassariano Italian Eatery

313 W. Venice Ave., Venice

Owned by Italian transplants Luca Cassani and Antonio Pariano, the menu here focuses on contemporary northern Italian cuisine. That means on any given night you can tuck into items like roasted duck breast with figs and risotto or grilled halibut with a sun-dried tomato crust.

Chaz 51 Steak House

549 U.S. Highway 41 Bypass N., Venice

When Chaz 51 owner and executive chef Charles Amherst relocated his business to Bird Bay Plaza, he tripled the restaurant’s capacity and added a cocktail menu and a private dining room. The restaurant specializes in steaks, of course, with filet mignons, ribeyes and New York strips that can be accentuated with everything from blue cheese to crab and scallops. You’ll also find burgers, sandwiches and seafood dishes.

Thai Spice

537 B E. Venice Ave., Venice

Owner and chef Kwan Taylor is a pioneer. She introduced Venice to Thai cuisine when she opened this popular restaurant, which specializes in the food of southern Thailand. The basic soups are a delight, the steamed pork dumplings are fantastic and specials like a tempura softshell crab platter are beyond satisfying.

Dockside Waterfront Grill

509 N. Tamiami Trail, Venice

This eatery, part of the Gecko’s chain, offers seating right next to the lapping waters of the Intracoastal, and the menu provides plenty of tasty, unpretentious seafood dishes. Try the grouper sandwich or the lobster rolls, or splurge on a big seafood entrée or a surf and turf combo. Don’t miss happy hour, which will provide you with colorful tropical drinks to get you in the Florida mood ASAP.

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