Restaurants and Resources Open and Serving After Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton may have passed, but for many of us, the road to recovery is still unfolding. After the storm, finding a hot meal and a sense of normalcy can make all the difference. Thankfully, several beloved local spots in Venice have reopened, offering food, comfort, and a cool place to gather. Whether you’re craving BBQ or a hearty breakfast, we’ve got you covered with a list of places that are open and ready to serve you.

Finding Comfort After Hurricane Milton: Where to Eat in Venice Right Now

We’ll continue to update this list as more places reopen. In the meantime, stay safe, Venice. We’re all in this together. Keep in mind that some places do not have the ability to take credit cards, and we have tried to note where this may be happening.

Need A Break From The Heat? Spotlight Theaters Has You Covered

After the storm, many of us are still trying to get back on our feet, especially with the power out and the Florida heat bearing down. If you’re searching for a place to cool off and unwind, Spotlight Theaters is a welcoming escape. Picture this: the hum of air conditioning, the smell of fresh popcorn, and the simple pleasure of sitting in a comfy seat with a cold drink in hand. They’ve got hot food, snacks, and, of course, a lineup of movies to take your mind off the stress for a while. Just remember, they’re only accepting cash for now, so come prepared. In times like these, even a few hours in the cool, dark theater can feel like a real reprieve. Take care of yourself, you deserve a break.

Food Trucks at Bowersox

If you’re looking for a tasty adventure and a change of scenery, head over to the Bowersox Air parking lot where a variety of food trucks gather to serve up some of the best bites in town. With a rotating selection of trucks, each visit can bring a new culinary discovery! Plus, supporting these local vendors helps keep the community thriving, especially after the recent storm.

Restaurants Open and Serving:

Here is a list of the restaurants in alphabetical order, including their status as open, cash-only, or with a limited menu:

• 3 Bridges Brewing (limited menu)
• Allegros
• Angelo’s Italian Market
• Anita’s
• Applebees in Venice
• Asaro’s
• Back Porch Brewing Company
• Baiyoke Thai Bistro
• Big Mike’s Pizza
• Black Gold Coffee Roasters
• Bocca Lupo Coal Fired Pizza
• Bodrum Restaurant (cash only)
• Bonefish Grill
• Briandi’s
• Brew Burgers (Both Locations)
• Burgundy Square Cafe (cash only)
• Bushido’s
• Cafe Venice
• Captain Eddie’s
• Cassarianos in Venice
• Ceyer’s Taqueria
• Chasin Chicken Food Truck
• Chaz 51 Steakhouse
• Coffee Cafe (reopens Oct 15)
• Cote France
• Darrell’s Restaurant (cash only)
• Dairy Queen
• Dockside
• Fins at Sharkey’s
• Fuji Sushi
• Gold Rush BBQ (cash only)
• Irma’s Tacos & Tequila
• Island Fin Poke
• Italiano’s (Limited Menu)
• Joey D’s
• Kendo
• La Botte
• Leone’s Ristorante (Cash only)
• Local Spot 941 (Cash only)
• L’Olive Restaurant
• Louie’s Bistro
• Mama Maria’s
• Maine Line Food Truck
• McDonalds (by Target and in N Venice)
• Metro Diner
• Moulin Blanc Cafe
• Obee’s Subs (S Venice)
• Old Salty Dog
• Original Word of Mouth
• Outback
• Paradise Grill
• Pincher’s
• Pizza Boss
• Pokehub
• Pop’s
• Red Grouper Tavern (limited menu)
• Ristorante San Marco
• Sandtrap Bar & Grill
• Sasha’s Cuban Cafe (Deliveries)
• Sicilia Italian Pizzeria (Limited Menu/Cash Only)
• Shipwrecked Bar & Grill
• Snowbirds Grille (Cash only)
• Snook Haven
• Tikka Indian Cuisine
• TJ Carney’s
• Tony’s Chicago Beef
• Trattoria Da Mino
• Upper Crust (cash only/limited menu)
• Valenti’s
• Venezia Restaurant (Banquet Style)
• Venice Island Coffee
• Villani & Co
• Waterfrontoo
• Wally’s Pour House
• Yummies Donuts & BBQ

Free Gas Distribution in Sarasota County:

Supporting the Community After Hurricane Milton: In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, residents of Sarasota County can access free gasoline at designated distribution points to help with recovery efforts and ensure mobility during this challenging time.

As of Sunday afternoon, the fuel distribution site at Suncoast Technical College’s North Port Branch is supplying free gasoline to vehicles in line from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Portable gas tanks are not permitted, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Need Water, Food or Tarps?

The process was really simple at the Venice Community Center. I went through on Wednesday at 7:30 am. There was no line, they were all friendly and loaded 2 boxes of water, a box of canned goods, a tarp and some rope into my car and sent me on my way. The whole process took less than 2 minutes. Don’t hesitate if you need it!

• Englewood: Englewood Sports Complex, 1300 River Road; water, food and tarps available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily while supplies last.
• North Port: San Pedro Catholic Church, 14380 Tamiami Trail; water, food and tarps available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily while supplies last.
• Venice: Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave.; water, food and tarps available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily while supplies last.

Let’s Support Local

As we all work to recover from the impact of Hurricane Milton, it’s more important than ever to support our local restaurants. These businesses have opened their doors to provide comfort and nourishment, and they’re a vital part of our community’s recovery. So if you’re able, stop by one of these spots for a meal, or grab takeout for the family. Every little bit helps.

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