The Joker is an amazing sketchy bar in Santa Monica with cheap drinks, stiff pours, good jukebox selection, pool table, and a whole host of colorful characters to drink with. This place is very dive-y from the outside, but it's pretty nice inside at least compared to what you expect.

Features a very relaxed atmosphere and a friendly ambiance with super attentive and warm bartenders and attendants. The Joker is a good place to go when you have nothing to do and you are not looking to spend a lot.