The Garter

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Neighborhood: Venice
2536 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, ca 90291
310-577-3741
http://www.thegartervenice.com

Hours:
nightly 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Bar / Club Type: Martini Bar, Whiskey Bar, Lounge, Neighborhood Bar
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Parking: Street, Nearby, Street Parking Difficult
Late Night, Trendy, DJ, Singles, Upscale Bar Scene, Cozy, Trendy, Area Classic, Offbeat, Themed Decor Video Games Bustling 21+

If you live near Venice, chances are you already know this bar as the Red Garter. But in late 2007, new owners gave the dark nightspot a new name (The Garter) and a sexy makeover, adding textured red-flock wallpaper, black chandeliers -- even purple faux-suede walls in the bathrooms. On any given night, you are likely to see co-owner Shawn Hardi behind the bar (she's the red-head, naturally). The Garter is fun and friendly -- a great place to spend a cold winter's night. Check out the a swank flat-panel TV smartly built into the back wall, where you'll find locals playing the Nintendo Wii. Up front, there's a smoking patio.

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"The Garter, the full review"
Posted by sctrojan84 on 04/23/08

With DJs, attractive crowds, and an upscale, if small location, The Garter continues the Westside renaissance towards a more...

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"The Garter Rocks!!"
Posted by djjessebrooks on 04/17/08

Every Friday has had a packed dance floor cool people and cute girls!!! What more do you want??

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"Surprised by how different it is now. "
Posted by witioni on 02/17/08

I went here a couple of nights ago and I was amazed by the makeover. There are some more pics of the place posted on this website...

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