
The Chestnut Club
Santa Monica
Bar in Santa Monica, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
Why go
Choose The Chestnut Club for a conversation-friendly Santa Monica cocktail night, especially for dates, small celebrations, or a polished drink with snacks. The draw is the spirits depth, booth-heavy room, and no-TV setup; treat the food as support, not the main event.
About The Chestnut Club
The Chestnut Club is a venue in Santa Monica.
The one confirmed planning detail is the dress code: business casual.
Avoid relying on claims about specific dishes, cocktails, bottle lists, music, crowd profile, or room design unless you have checked with the venue directly.
For planning purposes, the most reliable takeaway is straightforward: The Chestnut Club is in Santa Monica, and the dress code is business casual.
How to plan around The Chestnut Club
If you are building an evening in Santa Monica, confirm the current details before making it the anchor of the night. That includes whether the venue is open when you plan to visit, whether advance booking is needed, and what kind of food or drink service is currently offered.
The business-casual dress code makes it sensible to dress neatly rather than casually.
For broader Santa Monica planning, use ’s full Santa Monica bars guide, plus the city guides for restaurants, hotels, wineries, and experiences. Nearby options to keep on the radar include other Santa Monica dining and nightlife venues.
Planning details
- Location
- Santa Monica, United States
Venue details
Ambiance
Low-lit and stylish, with brick walls, leather booths, a serene atmosphere, and an emphasis on cocktails and conversation over spectacle.
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Vibe
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Experience
Format
Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Djs and Live Entertainment
- Live Music
- Yes
- Spirits Focus
- Whiskey, Classic Spirits
- Opened
- 2014
Signature Pours
- Chestnut Cup
- Old Glory
Planning details
Location
Santa Monica, United States · Directions
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Chestnut Club good for a date?
The Chestnut Club is in Santa Monica and has a business-casual dress code.
What's the crowd like at The Chestnut Club?
The confirmed planning detail is the business-casual dress code.
















