The House of Madame JoJo has
been a locals' favorite restaurant in Long Beach, California
since 1994. Modeled after a bordello by the same name in London,
England, the ambience is decidedly sexy. The shimmer of candlelight
against copper panels in the dining room adds to the intimate
atmosphere, as does the large dimly lit chandelier, and the original
art collection known as “The Bordello Suite.”
The
artwork, selected for the restaurant at its inception,
was created by artist Sharon Montgomery.
Ms.
Montgomery spent
time in two European Bordellos: one in Belgium, and one
in Munchen, Germany. In
Germany, she was allowed to spend the
afternoon drawing. The sensuousness the artist felt during
those experiences comes across in the artwork she created using
various art mediums. About a dozen pieces of art hang in the
restaurant, showing the artists' interpretation of the commaraderie
between women in the bordellos. The woman are beautifully painted
in various degrees of dress, whether they're receiving a
massage from a friend, or painting another woman's nails, and
sitting amidst this artwork, makes one feel sexy.
The music is perfect – a romantic mix
that changes often, and includes new artists playing old familiar
favorites, French techno-tango tunes, old artists crooning
songs that get everyone in the mood, and some nice surprises
along the way.
This unique dining room has only twelve
tables, and is definitely worth visiting! It's a great place
for an intimate dinner for two, a marriage proposal, or a party
of up to forty five, and everything in between. Unique and sexy,
you may find yourself wearing a feather boa by the time you're
served dessert!
The House Of Madame
JoJo serves dinner
from Tuesday through Sunday from 5:30 p.m. Throughout
the year, The Madame hosts special events, including Five Course
Wine Dinners, Meet the Models Night, and other fun special events.
Be sure to be added to the email list, so you won't miss out!
(See Gallery page for recent photos of people having fun.) Reservations
recommended.