Pictured: 3 Bridges Now Famous Bridge Burger features a double smash patty with onion, American cheese, lettuce, pickle, tomato and Bridge sauce served on a potato roll, served with fries, tots or slaw. Photo courtesy of 3 Bridges.

There are three main bridges you can take to get onto the island portion of Venice, Florida--the Venice Avenue Bridge, the Circus Bridge and the Hatchett Creek Bridge. These are the bridges that give 3 Bridges Brewing in Venice its name.

3 Bridges Brewing is owned by husband and wife team Scott and Corey Harper. The duo started out in 2017 producing beer for a local brewpub while other people oversaw the restaurant aspect. In 2023 they struck out on their own, opening their own standalone brewery. In addition to crafting beer and hard seltzer, 3 Bridges Brewing also offers a full menu of hearty pub fare which was fully updated at the end of September. Among the new offerings are the Hot Chicken Sandwich, featuring a fried chicken breast dipped in Nashville sauce and served on a potato roll with pickles. There’s also the BBQ Burger, which is a double blackened smash patty (with onion smashed into the meat), topped with bacon, beer cheese, fried onion strings, and barbecue sauce. Looking for something lighter? Try the Southwest Salad, a mix of fresh greens, grilled chicken, corn, black beans, tomato, red onion and avocado, drizzled with smoky chipotle ranch dressing and topped with crispy tortilla strips. There’s also a great selection of small plates including a Charcuterie & Cheese board with assorted artisan meats and cheese served with warm bread, fruits, nuts, olives and pickles.

While 3 Bridges did lose power for a few days in the wake of Hurricane Milton, they are now fully operational and serving up their complete menu. So take your favorite bridge to Venice for a tasty meal accompanied by a crisp, cool craft beer.

3 Bridges Brewing, 1765 South Tamiami Trail, Venice, 941-445-4067, 3bridgesbrewing.com.

Pictured: 3 Bridges Now Famous Bridge Burger features a double smash patty with onion, American cheese, lettuce, pickle, tomato and Bridge sauce served on a potato roll, served with fries, tots or slaw. Photo courtesy of 3 Bridges.