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Back Eddy Bistro

239 W Miami Ave, Venice, FL 34285-2302
941-244-2643
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Ranked #14 of 122 restaurants in Venice
Cuisines: American, Bistro, Wine Bar
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Nokomis, Florida
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14 reviews 14 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Good to great small restaurant cafe/bistro with cute pleasant bar. you can eat at the bar also, or at two bistro tables next to the front window. . Mostly continental fare, but pretty much can find what you want to eat or drink Has nice bar with great wine selection, ok beer selection, and mostly good to great mixed drinks.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013 via mobile

We were in town from Denver and we happened to walk by one morning and saw the wonderful menu. We came for dinner later that evening, we had chicken Marsala and a lovely cod special. Both the best we've ever had. Our server Nikki was delightful as well and made the experience even more enjoyable. We will certainly visit again... More

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ROCHESTER NY
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72 reviews 72 reviews
57 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

Visited here recently with friends, slow night mid week, no reservations. No wait, one other party was there, otherwise empty. Service was lackluster/unenthusiastic. Our Food was good, a bit pricey perhaps, and seemed to take a bit longer than expected, given how empty the restaurant was. However, we received much more attentive, pleasant, enthusiastic, interested service with a smile earlier... More

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See 7 more reviews by BlueMaxx14 for Venice
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26 reviews 26 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

We have eaten here a couple of times, the food is good, not plentiful, but enough. However, the wait staff is not friendly and give you the impression you are bothering them. Our waitress came to the table, didn't say hello, asked if we were ready to order, took our order, never asked us if we wanted a drink. This... More

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Venice, Florida
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

I love this restaurant. The food is fantastic and the owners and staff are so very sweet. I am progressively eating my way through the menu, which is always changing, so I think it is fair to say I will be there frequently.

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Cohoes, New York
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

It is with a hint of sadness that we look forward to our "end of season" meal at the Back Eddy Bistro before heading out of town. It has become our favorite place to stop for a glass of wine or homemade dessert, or to take friends for a fun dining experience. Owners/Chefs Ed and Allie have created a truly... More

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Venice, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

I've been at BS Eddy's for years maybe 3 times a month or more, service was at its best! wine list is Great! and the Food is why we keep coming back! Keep it up Alison and Eddy!

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Ottawa, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

I've been twice to the Back Eddy for lunch in recent days. I really wanted to like it, being a big fan of small restaurants where chef-owners are trying to do interesting things with fresh and local ingredients. But my reaction, unfortunately, was more of a shrug both times. The food sounds wonderful, but the execution is lacklustre. A pulled-pork... More

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Venice, Florida
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

We love The Back Eddy and have been many times; however, tonight, we were shocked to have the waitress tell us that more grated parmesan would cost more. Really? My friend and I both ordered a rack of lamb and you want more $ for a couple of extra sprinkles of parmesan for my husband's pasta? This is not what... More

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Newport RI
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26 reviews 26 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Had lunch here with some friends. Interesting menu with limited buy different selections (not the usual suspects). Good salads, some nice sandwiches and some "specials". Service was a bit slow and rushed; it looked as if they could have used another wait staffer on the floor, but our waitress was pleasant and knowledgeable. We'll try to get back there before... More

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