Chez Jay

Chez Jay Chez Jay on Ocean Avenue has been serving locals, celebrities, and visitors since 1959. The Backyard is where all good peep meet to eat and drink.
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This historical landmark has been known as a celebrity hangout, classy joint, dive bar, and hidden gem. Legendary Chez Jay, est. 1959, is a Santa Monica Historical Landmark known for its great food, generous drinks, and comfortable atmosphere. The Hollywood Rat Pack's presence started the lore, and it continues today with locals, tourists, celebrities and politicians mingling to enjoy the best hid

eaway tavern in town. With peanut shells on the floor and its famous jukebox playing all night, Chez Jay is a place to soak up stories, enjoy a gourmet meal, and simply have a great time. Stop in and become part of the legend!

lways California Dreamin’ around here… 🌴☀️

06/23/2026

lways California Dreamin’ around here… 🌴☀️


CHEESEBURGER - ½ lb of beef with cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, and Chef’s homemade sauce on a toasted brioche...
06/17/2026

CHEESEBURGER - ½ lb of beef with cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, and Chef’s homemade sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Don’t forget to add bacon! 


06/13/2026

If these walls could talk…

Lucky for us, Chef Memo can! 


Jay certainly knew how to throw them… 🍸photo credit thanks to: Anita Fiondella & Fiondella Trust 

06/04/2026

Jay certainly knew how to throw them… 🍸

photo credit thanks to: Anita Fiondella & Fiondella Trust 


Free elephants. Bring your peanuts. Deep sea lovers. An original Chez Jay business card.

photo credit thanks to: Anita ...
05/26/2026

Free elephants. Bring your peanuts. Deep sea lovers. 

An original Chez Jay business card.

photo credit thanks to: Anita Fiondella & Fiondella Trust 


Mike’s Linguini & Clams: a fan favorite! Should we put it back on the menu?! 

05/22/2026

Mike’s Linguini & Clams: a fan favorite! 

Should we put it back on the menu?! 


Ocean Ave, by night. 
05/20/2026

Ocean Ave, by night. 

Does it get much better than a Patty Melt served on Rye? 

04/24/2026

Does it get much better than a Patty Melt served on Rye? 


A man walks into a bar… 
photo credit thanks to: Anita Fiondella & Fiondella Trust 

04/22/2026

A man walks into a bar… 

photo credit thanks to: Anita Fiondella & Fiondella Trust 


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04/17/2026

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Address

1657 Ocean Avenue
Santa Monica, CA
90401

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30pm - 12am
Tuesday 2pm - 12am
Wednesday 2pm - 12am
Thursday 2pm - 12am
Friday 2pm - 2am
Saturday 10am - 2am
Sunday 10am - 12am

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