San Damián
Venice
San Damián is an upscale Mexican seafood restaurant in Venice created by chef Enrique Olvera's team behind Pujol and Damián. The menu focuses on clean, Ensenada-style flavors, highlighting signature items like queen clams with salsa macha, uni ceviche, bluefin tuna tostadas, and charcoal-grilled kanpachi al pastor. Alongside raw seafood, the restaurant also earns praise for cooked specialties such as grilled branzino and charred carne asada served with warm corn tortillas.
Viewers express great enthusiasm for the food shown, with many praising the appetizing look of the tostadas and carne asada. However, some commenters voice concerns over high price points and draw comparisons to the previous venue at that location. Despite budget hesitations, overall sentiment remains eager, with many users tagging friends and planning visits.
- Must-try seafood includes queen clams with salsa macha, uni ceviche, and bluefin tuna tostadas.
- Non-seafood diners can order the highly praised charred carne asada with warm tortillas.
- Expect an upscale price point reflectve of chef Enrique Olvera's culinary team (Pujol, Damián).
- Great spot for group dining if you want to share multiple tostadas and grilled items.
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