Althea's has an extensive breakfast menu, with some creative dishes that you won't find at most restaurants. Cranberry pancakes, eggs benedict with salmon, and grilled tofu are some of the more unique items. They also serve plain ol' eggs and bacon if that is more your speed. We sat outside both mornings of our weekend getaway and the service was attentive. It looked like it was popular with the after-church crowd, so keep that in mind when dining on a Sunday.

We are locals and have eaten here several times in the last few months, chiefly because they have great early bird specials. And no, we aren't 80 years old. We just value good food at a good price. All the meals that we have had have been good to excellent. The service has never been lacking at all. Of course the snowbirds aren't here yet so there's usually not a whole lot of people there. But even when they have been busy, the wait staff has been very good. If you are going to be staying in the Venice area, we suggest you give Althea's a try. We certainly haven't been disappointed.

Awful greasy food with inattentive wait staff. Don't both with this restaurant unless you're over 80 and can't taste!

This is my third season playing live music at Althea's. I don't often eat here because I'm working. But I DO get to see every patron before and after their meal and many during their meal. The vast majority are very happy with the food the service and the value. I have taken my family from out of town there on many occasions and am delighted to please everybody's diverse tastes and dietary needs. My local fans who come to see me are attracted by the fact that they can hear me and get a good meal that will not overwhelm their dining budget. They also rave about their breakfast and Sunday brunch.