San Gabriel Nursery & Florist

632 S San Gabriel Blvd
San Gabriel, CA 91776

Kendo U. writes: Wow.  This place is NICE!  Friendly and knowledgeable multilingual staff, be it Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, English, and possibly more.  Tons of selection on veggies (we scored on some nice looking Momotaro Tomatoes), and all sorts of plants.  For a…

Vertical Wine Bistro
Neighborhood: Pasadena

70 N Raymond Ave
Pasadena, CA 91103

J J. writes: A few of my friends have been bugging me for months to go to Vertical.

FF: Hey Jen, what's up, wanna go to Vertical?

Jenny J.: No

FF: Why not?  I hear it is really happening and the new cool spot in Pasadena

Jenny J. Bitch, do you not know me? I am a…

Yogurt Delite
Neighborhood: Woodland Hills

22401 Ventura Blvd Ste F
Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Shannon F. writes: Smooth

Flavorful

Frozen

Yogurt!!!

What's that? You have a PEANUT BUTTER frozen yogurt!?! If there's one thing you must know about me, it's that I LOVE peanut butter and chocolate; together, apart, it's all so yummy! Yogurt Delight is not only within…

Anarbagh
Neighborhood: Woodland Hills

22721 Ventura Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Nic Z. writes: This is Paul's favorite Indian restaurant in all of Los Angeles.  The  one time I ate there I was not impressed but I only got a samosa and the vegetable pakora so, I can't really base it on that.  Although I did love the papadum.  So, Paul is going…

In-N-Out Burger
Neighborhood: Palms

9245 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034

Kendra M. writes: Oh my gosh Barb, you gotta have In and Out when you visit California.. don't ya know. Visited Cali a couple times during the 90's and never heard about this place.  Not from friends and not from family that lived in Cali.   K got a job that involved…

Richmond Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: El Segundo

145 Richmond St
El Segundo, CA 90245

Kampy .. writes: We've all been guilty of it...

Taking things for granted. Not realizing what you have until it's gone.

Like the girlfriend that you didn't pay enough attention to, and it's only after she's walked out the door that you recognize all of her fantastic…

Dainties Cupcakes

11058 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Irene S. writes: Get yo hands up!  Get 'em up!  Yo!  Get 'em up!  Yo! Get 'em up, get 'em up, get 'em up!

Likelihood of me flashing a pair of stunna shades and getting all hyphy:

Can you spell long shot?  T-W-O-L-E-F-T-F-E-E-T.

But then I discovered Dainties.  

Here you…

Little Fat Sheep

120 S Atlantic Blvd
Monterey Park, CA 91754

Ed C. writes: Let me dispel a myth right here and now.

You know how there's the common belief that an hour after you eat Chinesey food, you're hungry again? Well it ain't always true.

It's been over twelve friggin' hours since D.K.'s UYE at the Little Fat Sheep in…

Santouka Ramen

3760 S Centinela Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90066

Gin-Chong T. writes: Back in college, my roommate and I had a rockin' pad during our freshman year. We were at the end of the hallway and our dorm room door was always open--stereo, two computers, microwave and mini-fridge (the latter two were banned under dorm…

open

2226 E 4th St
Long Beach, CA 90814

Teej T. writes: Were I ever to move back to L.A., or even the county, it would have to be to this funky avenue of Long Beach.  Open is one of the biggest reasons.

While cruising down 4th with a friend (Lori F.!) in a futile attempt to go to Shillelagh (it was closed,…

Department of Motor Vehicles
Neighborhood: Culver City

11400 Washington Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90066

ruth l. writes: This review is dedicated to my boyfriend, my mother, my younger brothers, and everyone else who has ever made snide remarks about my driving.

I missed 1 lousy question on my driving test.  Suck it.  

Granted, it was about merging, which is usually when…

Fiddler's Bistro Bar and Grill
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

6009 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90036

stephy s. writes: I used to do the horizontal lambada with some dude who lived near here and often times we would order breakfast because we were, oh what's that word, oh yeah, fricken lazy!

One Saturday morning he suggested this place and raaaaaved about the corned…

Kushi Shabu
Neighborhood: Downtown

123 Astronaut E S Onizuka #305
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Yuko Y. writes: Today's Topic:  Kushikatsu 101.  
Guest Speaker:  Yuko Y.

Good morning all.

I know Shabu Shabu is tasty and all, and Kushi Shabu's all-you-can-eat Shabu Shabu deal is great for sure.  But what is up with 24 out of 26 reviews are about Shabu Shabu?  What…

Sushi Sushi
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills

326 1/2 Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Antonio A. writes: Damn Man, this is going to be a hard review!

So, let me preface this review by saying that I had one of the most unappetizing meals I have ever had hear....so, why four stars?  Well, the food was from what I could tell, STUPENDOUS!  

But I have to warn…

KJAZZ 88.1 FM

1288 N Bellflower Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90815

Kenny R. writes: KJAZZ (KKJZ): It's 88.1 FM on the Long Beach dial, but also accessible anywhere in the Milky Way at
http://www.jazzandblue... .... ..... .... ...

The old-school Jupiterians tune in and jazz out after a long day of microwaving the rarinans off of all…

Little Next Door
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

8142 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Diana H. writes: While I do very much like being blond, pleasantly-smelling, and often mistaken for an Eastern European woman, after eating lunch at the Little Next Door this past Saturday, I kind of wish I could be French instead.  And no, not just because of how…

The Coffee Cup Cafe

3734 E 4th St
Long Beach, CA 90814

Vincent T. writes: I have officially become a crotchety old man.  Well, I've actually been old and crotchety for quite some time now; I've just been in denial.  Elizabeth Kubler-Ross's stages finally got the better of me, and now I just accept that I am.

The problem…

Orange 20 Bikes
Neighborhood: Wilshire Center

713 N Heliotrope Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90029

Aaron R. writes: Orange 20 is in a small rectangle very orange store over by LACC and across from the Bicycle Kitchen.
If you didn't know it was there you could probably find it just by having a near accident with some crazy bike person doing skidding to a halt on…

Bar Lubitsch
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

7702 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90046

Tristen P. writes: Don't let the rating fool you. I really do like this place. I just hate the fact that drinks are so fucking ridiculously pricey! (hence the rating) Seriously $12 for a signature drink that comes in a champagne glass? Mother fuckers!!! I'm going broke…

Peet's Coffee
Neighborhood: Mid Wilshire

124 N. Larchmont Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90004

Diana H. writes: Sunday afternoon.  Boredom had officially descended, and my newborn Lucy Laptop was whining at me to go out.  "Mommy, why haven't you taken me to a coffee shop yet?!?  I'll be good I promise!  And don't worry, I won't let any of those mean…

Kwik-E-Mart
Neighborhood: Burbank

1611 W Olive Ave
Burbank, CA 91506

stephy s. writes: Maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan , never in my life have I ever wanted to be a Simpson's character more than when I stopped in here on Tuesday afternoon. Can I be stripey haired stacked Simpson. Maybe I could be Lisa's nerdy writing buddy. Or oooh, better…

Ondal 2
Neighborhood: Mid-City

4566 W Washington Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90016

Baro W. writes: Alright, listen up southern californians, specifically LA-ians....i'm about to hook your asses up with some front row tickets to one of the better new restaurants that has popped up in la. I went here a third time the other day to take pictures for…

Tani
Neighborhood: Pasadena

58 E Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91105

frank L. writes: Holy Jesus, their yellowtail is orgasmic.  Women, forget vibrators!  Men, put away that hooker cash!  Alls you gotta do is visit Tani and have some yellowtail nigiri.  Seriously, watch:

Boy: Holy Jesus, this yellowtail is orgasmic!  Watch, try it!

Girl…

Paris Baguette
Neighborhood: Koreatown

3470 W 6th St
Los Angeles, CA 90020

Erwin L. writes: Perhaps, we can credit the ktown bakery boom to the popular drama "My Lovely Sam Soon" or a good successful business model.  I guess it doesn't matter because I'm addicted to ktown bakeries for their light and not overly sweet baked goods.

I slightly…

Osteria Mozza

6602 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Diana N. writes: oh
muh
GAWD.

so, this evening i had possibly the most satisfying meal in a LONGLONGTIME.

since my dad is in town for my birthday, he told me to pick anywhere my heart desired to dine for my big 2-5....ohhh the choices...

but dylan h. is the fine grill…

UCC Cafe

Hing Wa Lee Plaza
1569 Fairway Dr
Walnut, CA 91789

Eunji y. writes: I HEART this place~

i come here ALL the time with my friends.. its a GREAT place to just chat.. and drink tea.. eat... EVEN charge my phone.. hahah..

i go so much now.. they know NOT to give me the cucumber water.. I HATE it.. taste so weird... the…

Lark Silver Lake Cake Shop
Neighborhood: Silver Lake

3337 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Nic Z. writes: Paul felt so very bad that our vacation was canceled due to my back injury, he wanted to make me feel better with cupcakes!  I mean, everyone knows that cupcakes heal back injuries, right?  I was so excited!  He got a few different things so I opted…

Santa Monica Public Library
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

601 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90407

J S t e w. writes: Okay, so where I grew up, the public library was this dark, quiet, and relatively depressing little building that was primarily inhabited by folks over 70, mainly as a free place to get out of the house, I think.  (No offense to those over 70, mind…

Mandarin Noodle Deli

9537 Las Tunas Drive
Temple City, CA 91780

Linda N. writes: I like firm noodles and I cannot lie.

I want to eat here everyday. Especially when I need to warm my cold bones from the infrequent rainy days in L.A. The ladies are actually nice for a Chinese restaurant. They are always smiley and warm.

Their beef…

Mori Teppan Grill
Neighborhood: Glendale

120 W Stocker St
Glendale, CA 91202

stephy s. writes: Alright kids, gather up those lucky stars and start countin, because this is the tip of all tippy tips and I'm droppin it for you all today!

*thump*
Mori's.

Now when my awesome married Glendalians told me about this Teppan wonder, I must admit my…

Swerve Fitness Dance Yoga
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

8250 W 3rd St Ste 206
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Valentina D. writes: Swerve is close enough to my place where I can walk (ok, it's a brisk one mile walk, but at least it gets my blood pumping).  This is a plus, because parking is a beeeee-yotch.  That's one of the reasons I finally chose it as my go-to yoga place,…

The Cinema Bar
Neighborhood: Culver City

3967 Sepulveda Blvd
Culver City, CA 90230

Lisa G. writes: I admit it...I'm still hungover. I've never been to this bar which is surprising since I have grown up in LA my whole life! I went last night to see a friend's band play (Devastating Karate) and loved the place. It's pretty darn small, like think…

A Thousand Cranes
Neighborhood: Downtown

Kyoto Grand Hotel & Gardens
120 S Los Angeles St
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Mei Mei J. writes: This is a real Japanese restaurant. The food is yummy and good service. Its great that it over looks the Japanese Gardens. They have very good bento boxes for lunch. The cool thing is that the girls wear Kimonos. Its usually filled with Japanese…

Cynergy Cycles
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

2300 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Jon J. writes: When Supergo was bought out by Performance a couple of years back, the Specialized brand, which Supergo carried but Performance did not, got dropped and needed a new home in the area. Enter Cynergy. This is a Specialized concept store, so that's…

The India Restaurant

17824 Pioneer Blvd
Artesia, CA 90702

Mike L. writes: When I was growing up, I have to say I was not one of the biggest fan of Indian food.

Whenever Indian food was mentioned, I get the notion that it's strictly vegetarian, weird smell from the curry, and the chop of lawn mower grass as a dish. It didn't…

Thai Barbeque Long Beach

2801 E 7th St
Long Beach, CA 90804

Lisa V. writes: I had no idea that you could get such a great rotisserie style chicken at a thai restaurant!  It was moist with just the right amount of char on the skin that just made you want to tear through that chicken with some elbow work.   Its a good change…

Ten Shabu

Hong Kong Plaza Food Court
1015 S Glendora Ave
West Covina, CA 91790

Abby A. writes: After my last disappointing Shabu Shabu experience a few months ago at a Japanese restaurant in Arcadia, I have to admit that I wasn't that anxious about having Shabu Shabu last night.  However, it's hard to say No when your niece is looking at you…

Brentwood Skincare
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

713 Broadway
Santa Monica, CA 90401

blackbird e. writes: I saw Rohnda for the first time today and my search for the perfect wax is over!  The atmosphere is very friendly and relaxed and the treatment is quick and painless.  Could you ask for anything more?

Pepe's Mexican Food
Neighborhood: Alhambra

511 W Valley Blvd
Alhambra, CA 91803

Mandy H. writes: Chili cheese fries are the ish!! They are not your typical chili cheese fries...soft with a special sauce...This place is good, kinda pricey I would say but it's worth it.  Rice good, beans good, hmm what else...everything is pretty yummy!! I live…

Choza Mama
Neighborhood: Burbank

3121 W Olive Ave
Burbank, CA 91505

kelly b. writes: I have DREAMS about Choza Mama and let me tell you, they are HAPPY dreams. I dream about the Pollo Saltado wrap and how it's basically a burrito, but BETTER. And then I think about how nothing is better than a burrito but then I go back to thinking…