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About The Lighthouse Cafe

The Lighthouse Cafe is a storied jazz venue perched on Hermosa Beach's iconic Pier, offering an intimate, center-stage experience that’s perfect for music lovers who want to be close to the action. With a history that includes performances by Miles Davis and the Lighthouse All-Stars, this venue remains a cornerstone of the South Bay’s live music scene. Reopened in 2021 after the pandemic, it continues to host Sunday jazz and jam sessions that attract locals and visitors alike.

In this guide, you’ll find practical details to help you plan your night: seating layouts, parking options, transit routes, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to keep your evening simple and enjoyable. We’ve got you covered with straightforward advice and trusted partner suggestions so you can secure your seats and enjoy the music without fuss.

Seating at The Lighthouse Cafe centers around a comfortable, intimate layout with a central stage and seating around it, plus bar seating on both sides. While there is no publicly published seating chart, the experience is designed to bring performers close to the audience. The venue typically hosts a mix of solo acts and ensembles, including regular Sunday jazz/jam nights that showcase local talent alongside recognized guests.

Parking is convenient behind the building, with Pier Plaza at the front pedestrian-only and street parking also available. For easy access, consider taking the local bus routes serving Hermosa Beach (such as routes 13, 109, and 232) if you’re nearby. When planning an overnight stay, the area offers several comfortable options close to the venue, including Sea Sprite Beach Club, Hotel Hermosa, and H2O Hermosa Beach Hotel.

Whether you’re a longtime jazz enthusiast or exploring the South Bay’s live music scene for the first time, The Lighthouse Cafe provides a quintessential, approachable venue experience with a touch of Hollywood history from its La La Land filming connections. If you’re visiting for a night of music, secure your seats and enjoy a classic Hermosa Beach evening.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 30 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254; historic jazz venue on Hermosa Pier.
  • Venue type: historic jazz club / live music venue with a center-stage layout known for intimate performances.
  • Capacity: commonly cited as 135 indoor seats and 43 outdoor seats (total ~178); some listings vary up to ~175 total.
  • Seating chart: no public, official seating chart published; layout described as a central stage with seating around and bar seating on both sides.
  • Parking: parking behind the building; Pier Plaza front is pedestrian-only; street parking also used.
  • Transit: served by local bus routes near Hermosa Beach (e.g., 13, 109, 232 in area).
  • Nearby hotels: Sea Sprite Beach Club (1016 The Strand); Hotel Hermosa (2515 Pacific Coast Hwy); H2O Hermosa Beach Hotel nearby.
  • Notable events: historic venue that hosted Miles Davis and the Lighthouse All-Stars; featured in La La Land as a filming location; ongoing Sunday jazz/jam sessions; reopened in 2021 after pandemic closure.