Observation Bar - Queen Mary

1126 Queens Highway
Long Beach, CA 90802

Eric T. writes: Sometimes Eric T. likes to have chic cocktails (Adios Motherfuckers, 3 Wise Men and Purple Hooter shots) aboard a rusting bucket with a serious ghost infestation.

..and you thought you knew me!  I'm fancy, bitches.

Cafe Marly Melrose

6919 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Valentina D. writes: Had brunch (lunner?  when does it get too late to still hark back to breakfast?) here today, my fourth time at Marly.  We'd just been hiking and i was pleansantly tired, a bit sunburned, and surprisingly not all that hungry.  But my companions were…

Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt

6467 E Pacific Coast Hwy
#A
Long Beach, CA 90803

justin o. writes: Wow - where do i start? I must say, im a big fan of the fro yo. Im not even sure if it matters that it's their fro yo, but its the closest available source to my apt.

Peanut butter - so good.
Chocolate malt - mm mmmm.
Reese's PB cup - hot damn!

These…

Ciao Trattoria
Neighborhood: Downtown

815 W 7th St
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Anh-Dao T. writes: When my mgr told me she was taking me out to lunch and I had to choose btwn Ciao and Engine Co., I immediately Yelp'ed it and picked Ciao based on the food. And I'm so glad I did. The food here was delicious and the service was great, despite the…

Girasole Restaurant & Takeout
Neighborhood: Mid Wilshire

225 N Larchmont Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90004

Diana H. writes: It's always amusing to me that restaurants without corkage fees are defined by that feature.  Rather than saying, "I went to Girasole", someone will say, "I went to a BYOB on Larchmont," as though that is the most notable characteristic of the…

Frenchy's Beauty Parlor
Neighborhood: Burbank

2403 W Magnolia Boulvard
Burbank, CA 91506

Victoria C. writes: Warning!!!! Don't let the name fool you!!!  They DON"T french kiss you at anytime during your visit.  A bit misleading, if you ask me!  ;-) hehehe...

Anywho!   So I'm searching through Yelp trying to find a new hairstylist and this place had a ton of…

Zona Rosa Caffe
Neighborhood: Pasadena

15 S El Molino Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101

Christina S. writes: I adore this cafe. I've been coming here for years whenever I am in the area visiting friends.  It's small yet if you walk upstairs there is much more room. With cozy chairs and sofas.  My friend and I came here this morning somewhat tired from the…

Hola Fresh Mexican Grill
Neighborhood: Hollywood

1807 N Cahuenga Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028

Lisa V. writes: Hola!  Hi!  Hello!  I def am a sucker for cute names of restaurants.  Hmmmm up the street from some Hollywood bars.... 24-hours.... def need to keep this in mind!  

I appreciated the "A" rating outside and also the fact that everything was really…

Ichima
Neighborhood: Pasadena

325 N Rosemead Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91107

Anh T. writes: What is it that makes me love J.Lo?

Is it his wavy mess of hair that requires a daily regimen of half a can of gel?
Is it his muscular arms, as throws me up against the bedroom wall?
Is it his twisted humor that makes me want to punch him in the gut…

Marukai 98 Cent Store

9937 Walker St
Cypress, CA 90630

Linn H. writes: It's the cuter version of the 99 cents store. Mostly everything is from Japan and super kawaii (cute)! It's used to be 98 cents only but now it's all price ranges. You can get lost in here and up spending 98 cents times hundred!

They offer a great…

In-N-Out Burger
Neighborhood: Hollywood

7009 Sunset Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90028

Winfield H. writes: Let's face it.  The West Coast's adoration for In-N-Out Burger has grown to off-the-scale proportions.  The rhapsodic musings of the In-N-Out faithful have created expectations so ridiculously high that newbies will inevitably be disappointed when…

Pickwick Gardens
Neighborhood: Burbank

1001 W Riverside Dr
Burbank, CA 91506

Caleb B. writes: There's an ice rink.  I used it once.  It was fun.

Somehow I'm a decent ice skater.  I don't know any especially tricky moves like a double lutz or how to stop, but I can stand upright, and go forward with the best of them.  I'm no Apollo Anton but at…

Sushi Dake
Neighborhood: Burbank

1722 W Verdugo Ave
Burbank, CA 91506

Antonio A. writes: Dodgers 6 Diamondback 5 FINAL SCORE!!!!!

What the hell does that have to do with Sushi you say?  Well, nothing except for enhancing one of the best Sushi experiences of my life!  

So, my Sushi cohort and I were feening for some wet gold and we couldn't…

Monte Alban Restaurant

11927 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Lisa H. writes: I'm quite astonished that no one has reviewed "Restaurante Monte Alban" because their cuisine is perfecto, their decor colorful, with brightly colored murals on the walls, their prices ultra reasonable and their service top notch.   Because of this,…

Ziba Beauty

18500 Pioneer Blvd Ste 203
Little India
Artesia, CA 90701

Lena B. writes: for me, eyebrow waxing is not just kelly clarkson.  it's more like kelly effing clark-friggin'-son!!!
wow, eyebrow threading at ziba was michael buble...jazzy, smooth and a few oomps (or ouches).  from parking to paying took me less than 15 min.  walk…

Tacos Por Favor
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1406 Olympic Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Nanette M. writes: An Ode to Tacos Por Favor

Tacos Por Favor makes me happy,
warming my belly from within.
Their food is never crappy.
To say so is a sin.

We usually pick up the food to go
and enjoy the tastiness at home.
If delicious Mexican is your flow,
this is definitely…

Summit House Restaurant

2000 E Bastanchury Rd
Fullerton, CA 92835

Summit S. writes: Five starts just for the name!

I'll have to try it sometime!

Camilo's California Bistro
Neighborhood: Eagle Rock

2128 Colorado Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90041

chico f. writes: Virtual Suicide ! ! I TELL YA ! !

Here it goes...The family decides to go have brunch at Camilo's California Bistro. Which normally it's not strange, BUT the morning after Thanksgiving ? ! ? ! Come on ! What are these ladies thinking ? Now I love me…

Ca Del Sole

4100 Cahuenga Blvd
Toluca Lake, CA 91602

stephy s. writes: If I lived in a perfect world and didn't give a rat's arse what I thought about what people think when I am eating in a fine dining establishment such as this one, I would order a super expensive bottle of the yummiest wine on their list. I wouldn't…

Dan's Super Subs
Neighborhood: Woodland Hills

22446 Ventura Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Lauren M. writes: Tiny, very very tiny, sub shop on Ventura. Tiny, very very tiny parking lot. This presents a problem when you want a super sub for lunch and the four parking spots in their itsy bitsy lot are already taken by other people  also on their lunch hour.…

Voda
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1449 2nd St
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Kaz S. writes: During my morning jog today I passed by this place and it brought back memories. (good and bad)  Of course I also thought...I've gotta write my yelp review!  I went to Voda a year and a half ago with a friend and loved it.  I was impressed that this…

El Pollo Inka
Neighborhood: Hermosa Beach

1100 Pacific Coast Hwy
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Cheryl B. writes: Back when I was Midwestern meat and potatoes girl (seafood, veggies, fruit are you kidding!?) I LOVED this place.  My co-workers used to tire of me ordering my steak burrito with sour cream only and would drag me now and again to bring some culture…

The Original Rinaldis
Neighborhood: El Segundo

323 Main St
El Segundo, CA 90245

Joan S. writes: On a Sunday afternoon it's the busiest place in town
I just had to try these sandwiches of world renown
So I braved the long line & got salad of chicken
It was good, but not as finger lickin'
As the salad of potato
That was absolutely great-o

After I ate,…

Melrose Trading Post
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

7850 Melrose Ave
Fairfax High School
Los Angeles, CA 90036

William S. writes: I'm glad I found this place to review. I thought it was called the Fairfax Swap Meet...

I won't say much about this place. It's not all too fun to be at when it's hot outside. It gets crowded.  But have you guys heard of the Medieval Bartering System?…

Nicole's Gourmet Foods

921 Meridian Ave
South Pasadena, CA 91030

Jason C. writes: Perhaps other reviewers noted that Nicoles has been a French establishment in the San Gabriel Valley for some time.  This current South Pasadena location has been great for them, and they have been even better for the area. Nicole and her son Steve…

Fairfax Cinemas
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

7907 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Diana H. writes: $3 for a movie?  Why that's less than a smoothie!  

Hmm... possibly the worst start for a review EVER, but I'm gonna go with it because I like to listen to my instincts.  I've got a good gut.  Especially when she's full or eating.  Course not during…

JiRaffe
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

502 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Diana H. writes: As a neurotic foodie raised in the silicon-lined environs of Newport Beach, when I go out to dinner, I expect and demand to be "wowed."  I am not about to spend my pretty pennies (I just loathe ugly coinage!) on subpar service befitting of a dive bar…

Fatburger
Neighborhood: Sherman Oaks

14402 Ventura Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

stephy s. writes: Dang.

That is all I gots ta say about what I saw here this morning at 10:12am. So I'm driving to my optometrist's office to get my much needed new pair of glasses and I am stopped at the signal in front of this here Fatburger. I look over and see a…

Mondo Video A-Go-Go
Neighborhood: Wilshire Center

4328 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90029

Calvin L. writes: Some weird shit and nice people in here.  The first time I came in, I thought I was high because it was so surreal.  They have stuff you couldn't imagine!  Gross flesh searing movies, quasi-snuff shows(I think), midget pornos, cult directors and…

Lou
Neighborhood: Mid Wilshire

724 Vine St
Los Angeles, CA 90038

heather g. writes: So, Lou actually got me to eat an animal that normally I'd want to cuddle with.... and I liked it.

A cute little box hidden amongst peasant strip mall retail space.......

Banquet seating lines both sides with one long community table down the…

The Hat
Neighborhood: Alhambra

1 W Valley Blvd
Alhambra, CA 91801

Skye R. writes: EAT HERE AND MEET YOUR HUSBAND.  

Okay, it's not quite *that* simple, but here's the deal .... I went with a friend of mine to The Hat for a pastrami burger, pastrami fries and a pastrami coke.  The food was so yummy, I couldn't stop eating until I…

Westin Pasadena
Neighborhood: Pasadena

191 N Los Robles Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101

FoodSlut .. writes: How much do I love Westin?  I love you because I've escaped many DUI nights and ended up passing out in your warm "heavenly bed" hands.

Two weekends ago, it was one of my gfs 30th at Vertical and NO ONE bought her drinks!!!  WTF?  I consider myself…

Gillyflowers
Neighborhood: Silver Lake

3936 Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029

Matthew K. writes: Got 10 tulips for $15.  They were fresh but a bit pricey.  They wrapped it up in brown butcher paper and tied a cute green bow on the end.  My mom really liked it.  I still don't understand why women like flowers but they seem to make them happy.  I…

Zephyr
Neighborhood: Pasadena

2419 E Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91107

Dave A. writes: The Zephyr glowed with cozy charm,
it's strung white lights like a fairy swarm,
and up the stairs our excited feet
did clatter a bit on the red concrete.

The old door swung quite gracefully,
and the doorway beckoned joyfully.

As we made our way…

The Counter
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

2901 Ocean Park Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405

Eli G. writes: Burger #5 (Redux): Build Your Own $32 What?

Four and half years ago I moved to LA and began my Southern California search for the best burger. Quickly I discovered The Counter and it was instantly one of my favorites. The very first time eating there,…

La Taquiza No 2
Neighborhood: South Los Angeles

3009 S Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA 90007

Kevin F. writes: Quick review for a new spot Tim C showed me.  Well, new to me at least.

My new favorite taco meat is suadero.  It's very tender rib meat and it is goooood!  I went here a few weeks ago for the first time and they have suadero tacos!  I'm sure many…

The Downbeat Cafe
Neighborhood: Echo Park

1202 N Alvarado St
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Preston P. writes: I imagine there's someone out there somewhere, a great lover of oatmeal cookies, who just happens to have broken his or her jaw lately.  

(Boxer; Stunt-person; a drunk Isaiah Washington in a gay bar.)  

I'd bet you're really aching for an oatmeal…

Largo
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

432 N Fairfax Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036

William S. writes: In ancient Rome, citizens would flock in droves to attend shows at the Forum.  Tales would be told for many days about performances that were witnessed.  Stories were born...legends were created.

With a multi-cultural society, such as ours, being as…