If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably been daydreaming about the return of Café Longet ever since it closed its doors in 2022. Tucked away at the end of Miami Avenue, it was the kind of spot you had to know about to find—and once you did, it became a cherished favorite.
Well… get excited, Venice Foodies! Chef Steve Longet is back, and he’s bringing his culinary magic to a brand-new location on Venice Avenue!
Chef Longet Returns: A Culinary Homecoming
Chef Steve first opened Café Longet in 2016, and it didn’t take long for our foodie community to fall in love. His food wasn’t just delicious—it was art on a plate. )If you want to read about our previous experience there, just scroll all the way to bottom!) When Café Longet closed in 2022, we felt the loss deeply. Over the last three years, we followed his journey back to France, waiting and hoping… then we waited with bated breath as he weaved back into Venice, first as a chef in various roles… and then, the announcement dropped. HE WAS OPENING A NEW RESTAURANT!
Now in March 2025, Chef Longet has returned home and opened LONGET—a bold, elegant reimagining of his culinary vision, right in the heart of downtown.
Location: 133 Venice Ave E (formerly Flynn’s)
Hours:
- Monday–Thursday: 5 PM – 9 PM
- Friday–Saturday: 5 PM – 10 PM
Reservations: longetvenice.com
What’s on the new LONGET Menu? French-Inspired Fusion with Flair
Every dish on the LONGET menu tells a story—of tradition, of innovation, and of love for quality ingredients. Here are just a few mouthwatering highlights:
Appetizers:
- Classic French Escargot – Garlic + parsley butter ($12)
- Beef Carpaccio – Arugula, balsamic, parmesan ($18)
- Roasted Vegan Eggplant – Cashew cream, chimichurri, side salad ($19)
Salads:
- Crispy Raclette Cheese Salad – Prosciutto, caramelized onion, turmeric dressing ($18)
- Salade du Soleil – Burrata, prosciutto, melon, pesto, balsamic ($18)
- Roasted Beet Salad – Goat cheese, walnuts, apple ($14)
Mains:
- Scallops Risotto – With lemongrass galangal foam ($38)
- Duck Breast – Pan-seared with port wine sauce ($36)
- Chicken Ballotine – Mushroom + spinach, creamy Dijon maple sauce ($29)
- Signature Smash Burger – Double patty, secret sauce, fries ($19)
Desserts:
- Pistachio Lava Cake w/ Raspberry Sorbet ($13)
- Chocolate Crème Brûlée ($11)
- Vegan Key Lime Pie ($12)
- Housemade Ice Creams & Sorbets starting at $4
One of our fabulous Foodies shared with us that “Our meals were fabulous ! Service and atmosphere top notch. We will be back!”. Underneath, she shared a photo of her Beef Parmentier, which is described on the menu as “Braised in red wine, topped with potato mousseline, served with a side salad.”
Wine, Cocktails & Cozy Vibes
Whether you’re popping a bottle of Champagne Devaux or sipping on a floral Venice Blush cocktail, the drink menu at LONGET is as refined as the food.
Signature Cocktails:
- French Pearl – Gin, absinthe, lime, mint ($14)
- Fig Blossom – Figenza vodka, elderflower, rosemary ($13)
- Magnate Margarita – Komos Tequila, bubbly splash ($19)
Wine List Highlights:
- Sancerre, France ($58)
- Pouilly Fuisse Chardonnay ($72)
- Chateauneuf du Pape ($96)
- Red Blends, Rosés, and Interesting Whites from around the world
Why This Matters to Our Foodie Family
LONGET isn’t just another fine dining spot—it’s the heartfelt return of a local favorite. It’s for those of us who remember the magic of Café Longet, who never gave up hope that Chef Steve would come back to Venice. Now he’s here, and he’s brought that magic back with him. And honestly? It’s even better than before. So go—dress up a little, bring your foodie partner-in-crime, and treat yourself. This is a dining experience worth savoring.
Previous Experience at Cafe Longet
This experience is from the former location known as “Cafe Longet”. This particular visit was special as I had my little sister and another person with us. Since my sister is the one that actually went to culinary school, I always try to take her to places I know will impress her. Upon walking in, the restaurant was bright and welcoming. We were seated and given menus that had a number of delicious descriptions of dishes and I watched my sister’s eyes light up as agonized over what to choose. Ultimately, we decided to start with the naughty french fries and for entrees, I went with the CAB (chicken, apple, and brie on a baguette), my husband and sister went for the Marseille Crepe and our friend went for the BCB (Angus burger with swiss and bacon).
Appetizer: Naughty Fries
The fries were unlike any I have had in the area. They are cut like thin steak fries so that they are crazy crispy and served with melted raclette cheese and thinly sliced prosciutto. I can completely understand why they were given the name naughty. That cheese… oh let me tell you about that glorious gooey cheese. If you order nothing else on the menu, go for the fries.
Entree Time!
The CAB was a deliciously seasoned grilled chicken breast with thinly sliced apples, bites of brie and sweet honey mustard with lettuce and tomato on the best baguette I’ve had in the area. The bread is all made in-house. For those that understand the difference between northern bread and bread here, the crust was spot on and the interior was light and fluffy. I chose the house salad on the side; mixed greens with their house dressing and a delicious seed mixture.
Our friend ate in silence, just in awe of his burger. He said that it was cooked well with caramelized onions and a secret sauce. He is a man of few words to begin with, when he’s still talking about a restaurant three weeks later, I know it made an impact.
The Marseille Crepe is a buckwheat crepe stuffed with a scrumptious creamed leek and topped with perfectly pan-seared scallops. I almost regretted not ordering it myself, but my CAB was so delicious I was content. However, I should mention that this was not available on the dinner menu. We learned this on another visit, but don’t despair. There is a flatbread version in the evening that hits all the same flavor notes and is just as delicious!
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