The “Arden Liquor Parlour” Under Construction in Santa Monica

Have you been wondering what’s happening on the corner of 14th and Santa Monica Blvd. in SM?  Construction recently began on what I’ve previously reported to be the future Arden Liquor Parlour going into the old Central Club directly behind Truxton’s.  I recently cornered Pablo Moix, who along with his partner Steve Livigni, is responsible for a number of hip bars in LA, as well as the wildly popular new Scopa Italian Roots in Venice and learned that their upcoming cocktail establishment will not be called The Arden Liquor Parlour, a name created for the City permits that references a painting.  They have yet to decide, but the new name could end up being a nod to the building’s history as a bookie joint.  At this point, they are looking for a mid-February opening, but as we all know, this is Santa Monica, so we wish them the best of luck.

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The Arden Liquor Parlour Coming Soon To Santa Monica

Have you secretly been wondering why Truxton’s American Bistro chose that utterly charmless corner for their sleek new Santa Monica branch?  It appears that gentrification may be turning the humble corner of 14th and Santa Monica Blvd. into something of a destination.  Directly behind Truxton’s at 1348 14th used to house local hangout Central Club.  Soon however, it will be undergoing an extensive renovation and emerge as The Arden Liquor Parlour as evidenced by the “Design Review” notice pasted on the side.  Not much information out there about The Arden, but as always I’ll keep my eye on this one for you…

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