The Victorian has announced that it will be closing this month. The longtime restaurant and bar has been a significant part of Santa Monica’s nightlife. The announcement prompted reactions from customers on social media.
The Victorian Is Closing This Month
The Victorian is a longtime restaurant and bar located at 2640 Main Street in Santa Monica. It operates as a multi-level dining and entertainment destination housed in a historic Victorian-era building.
The business announced the upcoming closure in a social media post. In the announcement, the business thanked customers for their support over the years.
Its final weekend will coincide with the restaurant’s annual Halloween celebration later this month. The business has not shared the reason behind its closure.
The Victorian serves an American menu with Mediterranean influences, along with wine and cocktails. It also offers dinner, happy hour, and weekend brunch. Some of its menu highlights include its smash burger, fried chicken bucket, brisket sliders, truffle fries, and tomato arancini, among others.
The venue became particularly known for its nightlife, with DJs and dancing across its three floors. This includes the basement, main floor, and upstairs area. The venue also hosts weekly salsa and bachata lessons on Thursdays.
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Customer Reactions to the Closure
The Victorian’s upcoming closure will leave a gap in Santa Monica’s dining and nightlife scene. The news of its closure prompted disappointed reactions from longtime customers. Some customers shared their favorite memories of the venue, while others said their farewells.
One customer on Instagram commented, “This is just another reminder that the world doesn’t stop spinning for anyone; let there be infinitely many more nights of fun in our future.”
Another customer wrote, “Met my beautiful wife here; we have a 2-year-old girl and a son coming any day now. Thank you.”
A customer also wrote, “There’s literally no more nightlife on the west side.”
The Victorian’s closure will mark the end of its 20-year run on Santa Monica’s Main Street.
