(WOODLAWN – May 23, 2026) – Some people find their calling. Janelle Shorter was born into hers. At just 18 years old, she stepped into the world of hospitality and never looked back — not because the road was easy, but because she understood something that can’t be taught: that great service is, at its core, an act of love.
Janelle doesn’t just serve drinks. She curates experiences. From personalizing cocktails to orchestrating private events, she has built a reputation for turning first-time patrons into lifelong family. That’s the standard she has set — and the standard she exceeds, week in and week out, at the Dragon, where she holds court Tuesday through Friday with a warmth and professionalism that is unmistakably her own.
“I especially love the service Janelle provides.”…