The place to be last Friday night wasn’t a spot with a DJ, or a line out the door, or a popular cover band – it was a Harvey Cedars restaurant, well known for its charming atmosphere and farm-to-table menu, lesser known for its seasonal, late-night alter ego.

A few times each summer, Black-Eyed Susans introduces residents and visitors alike to “Suzie’s After Dark.” “Suzie’s” is the second floor of the restaurant, which transforms into a live music venue and lounge, drawing listeners in search of…