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L.A.'s original blues club still serves up the best live jams in an intimate setting.
(424) 354-4115
1432 Fourth St
(Between Broadway and Santa Monica Boulevard)
Santa Monica,
CA
90401
34.0159
-118.4947
Neighborhoods: Downtown, West LA
Hours:
Daily 8pm-2am
Last updated 9.05.09
Category:
Nightclubs, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs
Payment Methods:
Cash
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What People Are Saying About Harvelle's
The Owner
Harvelle's
Owner
Established in 1931, Harvelle's is the oldest live music venue on the westside. The dark, sexy room is the perfect spot for listening, dancing and drinking to the best local, national and international artists. Harvelle's is a Santa Monica staple for live jazz and blues music acts.Every Sunday, don't miss The Toledo Show for pure unadulterated soul, jazz and burlesque performances.Mention you found us on Citysearch.
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
In Short – Long before the House of Blues came to town, there was Harvelle's--still considered by most to be L.A.'s truest music club. This small, dark venue offers live tunes and dancing nightly, showcasing local and touring bands that play the blues spectrum, from West Coast swing to R&B- and soul-influenced jams. The atmosphere is unpretentious and adult. Portraits of greats such as Billie Holiday and B.B. King adorn black walls, while a black-and-white checkerboard dance floor lies before the stage. –
Editor's Tips
- Parking:
- A city parking garage is located just south of Harvelle's. Evening parking is $3.
- What to Drink:
- Consider the Harvelle's Blues Buster: Skyy vodka, DeKuyper's blue Curacao, 7UP and sweet and sour.
- Know Before You Go:
- Eat before you arrive, as there is no food service. The cover charge varies depending on the act, but early birds get in free.
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10/15/11
You're in for a great night
by SherlockCrane at Citysearch
Right off the 3rd street promenade, you're in the heart of town. Like an island in the city, Harvelles is on a plane all it's own. The atmosphere is cool and inviting; good for a date, hanging out with friends, or just enjoying the night to the beat of infectious tunes. My favorite piece of the Harvelles magic, hands down, has to be Joseph at the door. I can't wait to go back and see him again! "Worth it" doesn't even come close to describing this place!
10/13/08
Bongo Fury Tuesdays
by Alex1a2b3c at Citysearch
I took a first date?. We were blown away! The dancers are HOT and the band was FURIOUS. The cover is $10. And was worth every cent. I would of paid more. The drinks are strong and the prices reasonable. Don?t miss this ?Gem? Places like this are hard to find, you have to go to New York or back in time.
-Al
- Pros: Atmosphere and Vibe
- Cons: can't think of any
07/11/08
Bongo Fury Tuesdays
by smlocalism at Citysearch
Music cool, and the one dancer was hot but not loving much else. Cover $10, drinks $24 parking $3 and for what ? I waited 30 mins. for the first set and it was 15 mins. long ...that's it? Save your time/money and go else where.
01/30/08
best jazz santa monica
by aaquino87 at Citysearch
I've only been here once, on Tuesday nights, and I was sold to come back after the first few minutes of walking in.
09/04/07
Turned a believer out of me!
by herronz at Citysearch
Ok guys
I have to tell you, going into this place (which came highly recommended) with a lot of sceptism I was blown away by the 'Toledo' show. His voice is amazing and boy what a show it was! I never thought i could like jazz/soul/funk so much. Now I know what i'll be doing every sunday night! Grooving at the Harvelle's.
You haven't lived in L.A until you've experienced this. I say this is by far the best place I have been to in LA to listen to music!
The Details on Harvelle's
Place Categories:
- great live music
- awesome show
- boy voice
- good place
- awesome harvelle
- good soulful blues
- most stunningly beautiful bartendendress
- favorite bartender
- never like jazzsoulfunk
- good bartendresses
- great diverse crowd
- perfect room
- best jazz santa monica
- nice balance
- good jazz sessions
- reasonable prices
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Message from Harvelle's
- Happy Hour
- Open Jams
- Blues, Soul and Funk
Established in 1931, Harvelle's is the oldest live music venue on the westside. The dark, sexy room is the perfect spot for listening, dancing and drinking to the best local, national and international artists. Harvelle's is a Santa Monica staple for live jazz and blues music acts.
Every Sunday, don't miss The Toledo Show for pure unadulterated soul, jazz and burlesque performances.
Mention you found us on Citysearch.
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