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Legendary LA beachfront bar announces shocking service change: ‘Such a shame’

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Jerkovich, K. (2026, October 17). Legendary LA beachfront bar announces shocking service change: ‘Such a shame’. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/17/lifestyle/venice-beach-bar-the-whaler-announces-shocking-service-change/

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The Venice Whaler, a long-standing bar in Venice Beach known for its alcohol service since 1944, announced it would no longer serve drinks, prompting disappointment from patrons who lamented the loss of the venue's signature offerings. The bar cited uncertainty around the reason for this change but emphasized that food and good ambiance remain available. Customers expressed frustration on social media, suggesting that such closures reflect broader issues in local governance and business sustainability.

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The Venice Whaler, a historic beachfront bar in Venice Beach, California, shocked patrons by announcing it would temporarily stop serving alcohol. The establishment posted on Instagram that despite not offering drinks, they still serve food and aim to maintain their positive atmosphere. Regulars expressed disappointment over the change, which came without an official reason from the venue. Founded in 1944, the Whaler has been a staple for locals and tourists alike, known for its burgers, pizza, and lively ambiance near the famous Venice Fishing Pier. The bar's decision has sparked concern among loyal customers about the future of the iconic spot.

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Katie Jerkovich

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A historic Venice Beach bar shocked customers after announcing it was no longer serving alcohol, frustrating thirsty regulars of the longtime watering hole. asserted

it → shock → hole

The Venice Whaler, located near the famous Venice Fishing Pier, posted a message on Friday about the service change while encouraging customers to support the booze-less business. “We’re temporarily not serving alcohol, but our famous burgers, pizza, and good vibes are still here!” a post on the establishment’s Instagram account read. asserted

post → locate → account

“Behind every Whaler memory is a team that makes it happen. asserted

it → make → memory

Come grab a bite, bring your friends, and help keep our staff working and our doors open,” they added. asserted

they → come → friends

The Whaler, which also has a location in Santa Monica, touts itself as “making locals feel like they’re ‘always on vacay’, since 1944,” according to its website. uncertain

they → have → website

It’s unclear why the local favorite is no longer serving alcohol. uncertain

favorite → ’ → alcohol

Upset customers reacted to the posted on social media, calling it “a shame.” “Venice Whaler without alcohol is like a strip club without strippers,” one wrote. asserted

one → react → strippers

“No wonder everywhere is closing and struggling. asserted

everywhere → close → ?

And if they can’t bring in money for alcohol, this place will most likely be another one closing,” another added. asserted

another → bring → alcohol

a third chimed in. asserted

third → chime → ?

We need a new mayor and a city council that cares,” yet another wrote. asserted

another → need → mayor

The California Post contacted the Whaler and the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control for comment. asserted

Post → contact → comment

Legendary LA beachfront bar announces shocking service change: ‘Such a shame’

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