Join Venice Paparazzi at Chez Jay’s 66 Year Anniversary on Aug. 9th!

Enjoy the party outdoors or reserve a table inside Chez Jay’s dining room.

Different Ways to Experience

“The Lot” Party, 3pm-10pm in the adjacent parking lot, with live music featuring Oldies hits; a retro “Route 66” classic car display; “Rumor Has It” video booth to share your favorite Chez Jay memories.
Exclusive Legend’s Lounge, 4pm-10pm @“The Backyard” (the outdoor space behind Chez Jay). Ticket holders get exclusive access until 10pm to lounge seating & complimentary appetizers and small bites for $50/person, plus cash bar.
Chez Jay Prix-Fixe Dinner, 4pm-10pm for $66/person, which includes 3 courses featuring signature dishes like Butter Steak and Sand Dabs Sauté Almondine. With only 10 tables and 12 bar seats; Reservations Advisable!
Mix & Mingle till 12AM

Original owner and founder Jay Fiondella in front of Chez Jays in 1959. Photo: courtesy of the Fiondella Family Archives

About Chez Jay:

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 hideaway 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! Chez Jay, 1657 Ocean Ave. Santa Monica, California.

RSVP to the 66 Year Anniversary on Aug. 9th!

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Venice Paparazzi was on the scene at Chez Jay’s 60th anniversary on Nov. 16, 2019!

VP hosted a Chez Jay 1959 themed green screen photo booth! View pics below!

Thank you to the Fiondella Family for the Chez Jay Vintage photos that we used as the backdrops in our green screen photo booth.

Chez Jay’s Chris Anderson

The Venice Paparazzi photo booth was a hit. Guests enjoyed 4 x6 prints courtesy of Chez Jay. Need a photo booth for your event? Hire Venice Paparazzi.

Right: Chez Jay’s current owner Michael Anderson. About image:
Jay Fiondella brought in an elephant on opening day in 1959. The circus elephant munched on peanuts while surrounded by show girls at the bar. ‘Til this day there is a dent on the bar that was left by the elephant. Photo courtesy of the Fiondella Family Archives.

Michael Anderson’s son, Chris Anderson, who is now the General Manager of Chez Jay. Thank you Chris for utilizing Venice Paparazzi’s photo booth service. Go team!