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: West LA, Downtown
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.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
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. –
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.
The Details on Harvelle's
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.
Category:
Nightclubs, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs
Payment Methods:
Cash
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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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