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Venice Beach Basketball Courts - Home of Veniceball

Basketball court · Santa Monica, CA · reviewed since 2017

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%74+47Reliability 28%87+24.6Replies to reviews 8%10+0.8Experts Score= 72Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.72SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#20 of 29 backyard court installersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 32%
4.8 ★★★★★ 321 Google reviews · 24 photos
83%five-star reviews
4.77★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.8%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Venice Beach Basketball Courts - Home of Veniceball at a glance

Google reviewers rate the venue 4.8 out of 5 based on 321 reviews, with no owner responses recorded. Visitors frequently praise the well-maintained courts, friendly atmosphere, and scenic beach location, noting that the area supports various skill levels and offers nearby amenities like food and restrooms. However, some criticisms highlight inconsistent cleanliness, low activity levels during early morning hours, and isolated incidents of theft, while others find the quality of play disappointing compared to expectations.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 321 reviews (83% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 321 Google reviews (147 with written comments, 60 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 8, 2026.
  • Service: Backyard Court Installer serving Santa Monica, California.

Data from Google, last updated November 11, 2026.

Score profile vs other backyard court installers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction74Reliability87Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews10Satisfaction: 74 (median 82)Reliability: 87 (median 83)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 10 (median 20)
This companyBackyard Court Installers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Venice Beach Basketball Courts - Home of Veniceball: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 82.B
74
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Venice Beach Basketball Courts - Home of Veniceball: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
87
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 78.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Venice Beach Basketball Courts - Home of Veniceball: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Venice Beach Basketball Courts - Home of Veniceball: 10/100 on this factor. Category median: 20.F
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Star ratings

321 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars26783%
  • 4 stars3812%
  • 3 stars103%
  • 2 stars21%
  • 1 star41%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 147 written reviews

  • Praise24100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1771%
  • Would recommend417%
  • Quality & results28%
  • Price & value14%

What customers talk about

We read 147 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Immaculate vibes and really, really nice people all around.”
  • “If you are a basketball enthusiast traveling to LA, I highly recommend bringing a ball and shoes to play with a diverse crowd!”
  • “Great experience especially if you are a movie buff”
  • “The price is reasonable, but the taste is absolutely not.”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

MatthewLocal Guide · 46 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

A must do for Basketball fans! My sons and I look to play whenever we are on vacation and the opportunity to play here couldn’t be missed. My youngest played 1 vs 1 against a local while my eldest and I shot together. Typically, a warm welcome by all who were there. A great location and a great basketball community.

LuisLocal Guide · 87 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Immaculate vibes and really, really nice people all around. Both locals and tourists were friendly and it was a great time!

JoonLocal Guide · 156 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★

Very well maintained courts. Enough to not have to wait around to shoortaround or play. You can also just watch! It's quite an amazing venue for streetball.

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LouiseLocal Guide · 1,194 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Nice atmosphere/ layout of a 🏀 basketball court in Venice Beach California , has food places & bench stands & green space/ washrooms around this basketball court

Customer photo from Louise's review
Petrus11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

I was just minding my own business, filming friends playing basketball, when a TikTokker with 26 million followers showed up and joined the game.

Customer photo from Petrus's review
Taekju7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

The price is reasonable, but the taste is absolutely not. Way better than expected—one of the best pizzas in LA.

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 321 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

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Jo BarryLocal Guide · 207 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Ottimo per fare partite di basket, c’è la spiaggia di fianco e cibo dall’altra

Miroslav HošekLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Miroslav has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

GTA in Real

Kamil BigajLocal Guide · 90 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kamil has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Kultowe miejsce dla fanów koszykówki.

Matthew WakefieldLocal Guide · 46 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matthew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

A must do for Basketball fans! My sons and I look to play whenever we are on vacation and the opportunity to play here couldn’t be missed. My youngest played 1 vs 1 against a local while my eldest and I shot together. Typically, a warm welcome by all who were there. A great location and a great basketball community.

Luis A. CasillasLocal Guide · 87 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Luis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Immaculate vibes and really, really nice people all around. Both locals and tourists were friendly and it was a great time!

Joon LimLocal Guide · 156 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very well maintained courts. Enough to not have to wait around to shoortaround or play. You can also just watch! It's quite an amazing venue for streetball.

Jeff DLocal Guide · 87 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jeff has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

J'ai pu tapoter un peu le ballon orange sur le terrain!

Louise BoilevinLocal Guide · 1,194 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Louise has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Nice atmosphere/ layout of a 🏀 basketball court in Venice Beach California , has food places & bench stands & green space/ washrooms around this basketball court

Jaden Orth6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jaden has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Lakers in 5 more like lakers win vs thunder in 5 years lmao thunder in 4 babyyy

AbuLocal Guide · 454 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Abu has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

hooped with my friends. nice court but very dirty

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Business details

  • Address: 1708-1798 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
  • Website: veniceball.com
  • Service area: Santa Monica, CA