If it's Thursday after 7:30 PM, there's a good chance you'll find me at the Venice. They have an awesome happy hour special until 9 PM, $10 sixty ounce pitchers of margaritas. That equals about 4 glasses of margaritas. I've tried a few different flavors, but the salted watermelon is easily my favorite. The other alcohol is reasonably priced and there is a $10 minimum for credit/debit cards like most bars.
Unfortunately, the Venice is a bit out-dated in the hustle and bustle that is becoming Kent. Perhaps the owners intend for it to be that way as it offers a reprieve for townies from the bars that are dominated by students. However, with the recent introduction of Erie Street Kitchen to the bar, this place needs to make some changes. More comfortable seating and some updated decor would go a long way to bringing more people into the Venice and more customers to Erie Street Kitchen.