NYC I spent little to no money going there, just checked it out as a 2nd thought after watching the crazies on the Venice Boardwalk.
As for the prices, it was less than a resturant, more than a bar and grill though..depends on where you eat often as to what you find expensive.
BTW, I am not a tourist, I live in S. California..San Diego. Venice is just an hour drive..hour and half maybe. It's a great place to see some intresting things, or people, just keep your money hidden.