Santa Monica, Los Angeles · bar
A moody, red-lit time capsule that’s been slinging blues, burlesque, and late-night soul since 1931. Tucked beneath street level, Harvelle’s delivers dive-bar intimacy with serious music cred. Think torch singers, funk bands, and the occasional sax-backed striptease. It’s small, sweaty, and still somehow under the radar. Two-drink minimum, cash at the door, and no bad seats.
Rum, orange Curacao, orgeat syrup, and fresh lime; named for John Lee Hooker.
Classic vodka ginger beer and fresh lime juice cocktail
Tequila, fresh lime, and triple sec with a jalapeno kick; named after Bessie Smith