Venetos Cucina Italiana

02/07/2026

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04/01/2025

Hello Oceanside! Check out our newly updated website, www.ordervenezia.com! It’s live and ready to take your pickup orders.

We truly appreciate your support during our transition from Venetos and look forward to serving you, your families, and your teams soon!

03/04/2025

Hello, Oceanside!

We’re excited to introduce Venezia Italian Cuisine, formerly Venetos Cucina Italiana! While we’re making final adjustments and settling in, we want to assure you that most of the menu remains the same as when our dear friend Pino was at the helm. You’ll also see the same friendly faces—our wonderful chefs and waitstaff are still here, ready to serve you.

We’re working hard to update our online ordering system and third-party delivery platforms like Grubhub, DoorDash, and Slice. Plus, we’re hoping to have our liquor license updated this month, so you can enjoy fine wine and ice-cold beer with your meals.

Thank you for your support—we look forward to serving you!

Amir Zamani & Staff

01/26/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce Venetos is permanently closed. Please stay tuned for updates regarding a celebration of life for Pino and any potential plans for new ownership in the future. Thank you for your support over the years.

01/09/2025

Thank you all for your heartfelt words, prayers, and memories of our beloved Pino.

The Tribute Page for Giuseppe Pino Bottalico has now been created. This is a space where you can share photos and memories to celebrate and honor his incredible legacy.

To help others contribute their memories of Giuseppe, we kindly ask that you share the following link with friends and family. You may also consider posting it on your page. Thank you for helping keep his memory alive.

View Giuseppe Pino Bottalico's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

01/08/2025

In Loving Memory of Giuseppe “Pino” Bottalico

It’s with a heavy heart, we bring the sad news that our beloved Pino passed away this Sunday, at home with his family.

Giuseppe “Pino” Bottalico, born on June 16, 1955, in Puglia, Italy, was a man whose journey was defined by passion, generosity, and a love for bringing people together through the art of food. At the age of 30, Pino left Italy and ventured across the Atlantic to Florida, where he began his career at Alfredo’s in the Italian Pavilion at Disney’s Epcot in Orlando.

After a successful start in America, Pino’s dream soon led him west, where Pino and Sylvia purchased Tomaso’s Ristorante which later renamed to Pino’s Cucina Italiana in Encinitas’ iconic Lumberyard. In 2017, he acquired Veneto’s Cucina Italiana on Coast Highway, Oceanside transforming it into another vibrant gathering place. Both restaurants became cherished landmarks, offering classic Italian dishes inspired by the rich culinary traditions of his homeland.

More than a restaurateur, Pino was a cornerstone of the community. His warmth and hospitality were felt not only in the welcoming atmosphere of his dining rooms but also in his unwavering support for local schools, charitable organizations, and military families during the holidays. Whether through a plate of handmade pasta or a heartfelt gesture, Pino brought people together to share in the joys of life—dining, laughing, and celebrating love.

Pino’s legacy is one of selfless generosity and boundless kindness. He opened his doors, his heart, and his life to North San Diego County, creating lasting memories for thousands of friends, neighbors, and patrons who were blessed to know him.

Pino is survived by his loving wife Sylvia, his devoted son Brandon, his cherished family in Italy, including three siblings, Enza, Sebastiano, and Anna, and a community that will forever remember the light he brought into their lives.

Pino passed away peacefully at home on January 5th, surrounded by Sylvia, Brandon, Jasimine and good friend, Jim. He will be deeply missed, but his spirit lives on in every meal shared and every memory made in his presence.

May he rest in eternal peace.

Sylvia and Brandon would like to thank all family, employees and friends who visited and contacted us during this difficult time. Your kindness, support and love perked Pino up and put a smile on his face.

Venetos, our family business, could use your continued support as we honor Pino’s legacy.

We love you all. Thank you!

12/31/2024

Tanti cari auguri di buon anno a te e alla tua famiglia! – Many warm wishes for a happy new year to you and your familiy!🥂💫♥️

We will be open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day from 3pm-9pm.

12/24/2024

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!🎄
Wishing you and your families many blessings!

We are open tonight for Christmas Eve, 3-9pm.
Closed on Christmas.🍷💫

11/28/2024

Wishing everyone a beautiful Thanksgiving! We are thankful for all the years of support and good times in Oceanside and Encinitas. Hope your day is filled with lots of love, laughter and delicious food!🍁🍷🙏 Venetos will be open on Thanksgiving Day from Noon till 9pm.

11/26/2024

Veneto’s Cucina Italiana is looking for experienced, outgoing and reliable servers for lunch and dinner. Please call Pino at (760) 637-0282 to introduce yourself and make an appointment for an interview. Looking to hire ASAP. Thank you!🙏

10/08/2024

Enjoy la Dolce Vita🌟🥰🥂🍷

Hope everyone had a great weekend! Enjoy an authentic taste of Italy, right here in Oceanside!

Now open for Dinner on Mondays from 4-9PM. For dining in, no reservations required. For takeout, please visit OrderVenetos.com to view our menu and place your order. *For delivery, visit GrubHub, DoorDash or Slice. Thank you, and we look forward to forward to serving you soon!🙏

NEW HOURS: Monday & Tuesday 4PM-9PM / Wednesday - Sunday 11:30AM-9PM

06/07/2024

Congratulations to all the 2024 Graduates! May you have a wonderful summer, and an exciting future, filled with continued success!👏👏👏

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