LOCAL FAVORITES
Featured venues
Bar
Big Dean's Cafe
1615 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica 90401
Big Dean's Oceanfront Cafe, a quintessential beach bar right off the Santa Monica Pier is the best place to be for year round sunshine and beachside fun with a side of fish and chips.
Bar
Harvelle's
1432 4th St, Santa Monica 90401
Since 1931, this classic club has been a go-to nightlife spot for locals. Listen to live blues and rock music, watch burlesque dancers, and kick back with a cold one in a relaxed environment.
Restaurant
O'Brien's
2226 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica 90403
A lovely and lively Irish pub, this joint features Irish breakfast all day long, and is a go-to for lunch, sports, and a hearty dinner.
Irish Pub
Sonny McLeans
2615 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica 90403
Clover-colored, casual hangout that is often full of sports fans, this Irish tavern and gastro pub serves classic Irish favorites and traditional New England cuisine with California flair. Play darts or a round of pool with your friends, try the karaoke,
Bar
The Bungalow
101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica 90401
With lovely and unique interior designing to surround your night of drinking and lounging, Bungalow will make you want to move in and never leave.
Cocktail Bar
The Chestnut Club
1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404
Mixology is the focus at this dimly-lit cocktail mecca, a hip destination with a dramatic atmosphere of exposed beams and rustic decor. It also features an incredible selection of premium spirits and rare liquors.
Dive Bar
The Daily Pint
2310 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica 90405
Unleash your inner beer enthusiast at The Daily Pint in Santa Monica, a vibrant pub boasting an eclectic array of hoppy delights and robust whiskeys.
Restaurant
The Galley
2442 Main St, Santa Monica 90405
Santa Monica's oldest restaurant and bar is a landmark eatery with a nautical theme, porthole windows, and vintage atmosphere. Sawdust on the floor, a classic jukebox and candlelight dining complete the classic appeal.
Karaoke Bar
The Gas Lite
2030 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica 90403
This divey, down-home karaoke bar is beloved by locals for its erratic nature and easygoing appeal. Enjoy the lack of pretense and order some shots for your friends.