The Venetian Estate is a stunning venue often used for wedding sand other celebrations. They're currently working on opening up a more formal restaurant. But in the meantime, they've opened their pub.



Even on a drab, dreary day, this property was lit up with string lights and rope lights wrapped around the trees out front.



To be on the safe side, Sara and I opted to sit outside. With giant heaters and a gentle breeze, it was actually a perfect space. Fresh and cool.



The menu features items like pizza, soups, buffalo chicken cheese fries, wings, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fish and pasta. So, this isn't your typical "pub" fare.




For example, my dish was a ribeye over penne pasta with a side of garlic and parmesan focaccia - plus a side of fried green beans. I admit, my eyes were larger than my stomach.



And, it was pretty good. In theory, it is lovely. In practice, it's very difficult to cut a steak overtop pasta. So a larger dish or even putting the pasta on the side would make it a bit more practical. Of course, that did not stop me from chowing down.




And I have to give a special shoutout to that bread, because wow.



The green beans were interesting, too. Not too outstanding, but I also wasn't mad about having some crunch to add to my meal.



Sara went with a burger and fries, which is a step up from any typical pub burger and fries.



And the dessert. Do NOT miss dessert. This maple blondie was everything. And the presentation - does it get any cuter? You need this in your life STAT.

Grade: A