Houston's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Pasadena

320 S Arroyo Pkwy
Pasadena, CA 91105

frank L. writes: An octogenarian grotto.  I use the word grotto because the lighting is reminiscent of a cave's.  Probably slows the aging process.  I was surprised we weren't being bombarded by bats [alliteration], I guess they were nesting in the ears and noses of…

Bona Vista Lounge
Neighborhood: Downtown

atop the Westin Bonaventure Hotel
404 S Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA 90071

Aly D. writes: my coworker is moving to norcal :( i am sad. she's so nice. and so not a tool. i will miss her much.

in honor of her depature, a bunch of us gathered at the bonavista lounge for a happy hour (even though they dont have a happy hour) type event. the…

California Market
Neighborhood: Koreatown

450 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90020

SAM Y. writes: as i was leaving california mart with my delicious kim bap. i pull out of the parking lot and there is a 4 way stop.

i wait my turn and proceed when another car doesn't wait his turn and pulls out same time as me. we get to an impasse. he begins to…

Pistachio Grill
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills

8560 Wilshire Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Jon J. writes: This place is retardedly delicious. A Persian coworker of mine introduced me. I hadn't had Persian food before and it was quite the first experience. I've since been back innumerable times.

The lamb kebabs and chicken koobideh drip with what must be…

The Shellback Tavern
Neighborhood: Manhattan Beach

116 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Joan S. writes: A five star dive bar.
So, today was the Mother Of All Mondays, the day when the stock market fell some 500 points.  Yes, I am affected, as well as by the drop in property values.  It's scary & I've had a long, glum, stressful day.  Along these lines,…

TOT / Teishokuya of Tokyo
Neighborhood: Downtown

345 E 2nd St
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Zo L. writes: You have your authentic, traditional sushi/sashimi restaurants. The ones that strive for fresh, delicious, soul soothing culinary experiences with no fluff or guff.  Simplicity is law, but never hurts the quality.

Then you have your "rock 'n' roll",…

Undefeated
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

2654-B Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90405

George M. writes: After a fight with my girlfriend at the time I discovered this place. The name says it all. UNDEFEATED. We broke up a week later but I finally found that pair of 1977 Red Suede Gazelles. I have been looking for them for 5 years. Walking out of the…

Kidrobot
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1407 3rd Street Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401

stephy s. writes: As a gal who used to date an avid gamer and collectible robot goodie freak, I spent a bit of time at the KR.

And with that said, this is one of the best ones to take your girlfriend too, because there is some great people watching, it's designed…

Aaardvark's Odd Ark
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

7579 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90046

judy w. writes: Craving another Yelp Prom inspired review? Oh yes! Of course you're not, but I'm gonna shell another out to you anyway. :D

What's the most important thing topping the to-do list for a gal two weeks before prom?

1.  ?
2.  Figuring out what to do with the…

Nijiya Market
Neighborhood: Torrance

2121 W 182nd St
Torrance, CA 90504

Rick W. writes: When I think of Nijiya, I think of Ninja, and when I think of Ninja, I think of ...

Point is what do you do when you're hungry and your friends are lagging? Croquette!! Have you seen those? They're a deal! A dollar each! They have the curry,…

Spearmint Rhino Club

15411 Valley Blvd
City Industry, CA 91746

Ed C. writes: Edgar hopes that - given all the positive responses to this review - Edgar will one day get ROTD for it.

Huston's Texas Pit Bar-B-Cue
Neighborhood: Hollywood

1620 N Cahuenga Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028

Erica F. writes: Oh Ma Gawd!
So last night near the beginning of the debauchery that was Christine's 21st b-day party I was standing outside of the Burgundy Room enjoying a cigarette and I can see and smell the amazing-ness that is Huston's Texas BBQ
So I had a small…

Aero Hobbies
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

2918 Santa Monica Blvd
Ste 3
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Eric L. writes: Fans of D&D (that's "Dungeons and Dragons" to the uninitiated) and other role playing games still keep at it.  They gather in their clans to play their lo-tech virtual reality games with only their imagination, a couple of polyhedral dice and maybe a…

Brooklyn Bagel Bakery
Neighborhood: Westlake, Silver Lake

2217 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90057

jen m. writes: so i don't have a frame of reference for the taste of a NY bagel. my ex used to tell me that a NY bagel was so much better because of the water process they use. so i was happy to find this joint. i figured i could finally get my hands on the real…

Ichimi USA Inc
Neighborhood: Torrance

1618 Cravens Ave
Torrance, CA 90501

m'ia k. writes: Cheap eats, homemade noodles... great soup and great prices, too.  Went to LA a few weeks ago and was amazed at the sheer nuber of noodle places that actually make their own soups and noodles! A tiny little shop, it reminds me of the hamura's saimin…

Patrick's Roadhouse

106 Entrada Dr
Santa Monica, CA 90402

Jill S. writes: What's cooler than being cool? Patrick Swayze.  Any place that dredges up memories of that hot male, mullet wearing, slab abbed star with the predilection for fighting and ripping off his clothes is already getting one star from me.  Two more stars…

Guelaguetza Palms Restaurant
Neighborhood: Palms

11127 Palms Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034

Ian G. writes: I admit that the reason I ate here in the first place was to try some chupalines, a k a crickets.  I heard you could snack on them while waiting for a table.  They even showed me the proper way to eat one!  And, one is about as many chupalines as I…

Chow Fun
Neighborhood: Chinatown

686 N Spring St
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Mike L. writes: Next stop on the weekend Yelp tour... a place that got the highest rating in Chinatown.

Looking over the reviews, I was a little skeptical because of the fact that I didn't hear that much about this place. Even my ex-boss who loves Hop Woo and Sam Woo…

A+R Store
Neighborhood: Silver Lake

1716 Silverlake Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Brian B. writes: A+R Store located adjacent to The Back Door Cafe & Bakery is a welcome addition to Silverlake, and LA's new destination for intelligently designed creative gifts, books, house wares and more. Andy and Rose at A+R have done a spectacular job at…

Sweeties Bakery

15109 S Normandie Ave
Gardena, CA 90247

Lisa S. writes: I LOVE this place.  It looks scary from the outside, the parking sucks, and it's next door to this weird haircut salon, but don't be fooled.  The cakes rock!

Ever since I was little, my parents bought cake from phoenix bakery in chinatown.  This is…

La Vie En Rose Restaurant

240 S State College Blvd
Brea, CA 92821

Bora K. writes: The first thing you notice about La Vie En Rose is how out of place it looks, situated on Imperial Highway in Brea, Ca. It looks like an old French farmhouse and I always get a kick out of seeing it on my way to the mall which is right next door to…

Aunt Kizzy's Back Porch

4325 Glencoe Ave
#C9
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

Gail H. writes: Got a hankering for soul food?  Well, I do love Aunt Kizzy's, and it's so close to home.  It's located in the Von's & CVS Shopping Center, tucked back into a corner (next to Koo Koo Roo).  

I can't eat there all the time, or my sorry ass would be…

Three Clubs Cocktail Lounge
Neighborhood: Hollywood

1123 Vine St
Hollywood, CA 90038

L'aura L. writes: As many children have learned through school physical fitness programs or time spent playing hooky in neighborhood courts, it's not time to walk away after one makes a basket. Quite the contrary, it's precisely after such an event that a ripe moment…

Show
Neighborhood: Hollywood, Griffith Park/Los Feliz

1722 N Vermont Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90027

JayChan H. writes: This store is ever evolving.  

I almost hate going in because I know there is going to be something new I don't need but just HAVE TO have sitting on display calling out to me BUY ME DAMMIT!

Brad Cook does an amazing job of finding rare mid-century…

The Crab Pot

215 N Marina Dr
Long Beach, CA 90803

Monica P. writes: "But I don't like clams."

"WHAT??!"

"I don't like mussels either."

"Awwww come on!!!"

"Oh look, they have ribs. I think I'll order them"

...and that's how I missed my opportunity to feast on a bucket of seafood.  I was so bummed,  The allure of eating…

Molca Salsa

115 Imperial Hwy
Fullerton, CA 92835

Kevin F. writes: Maybe 2.5 stars.

Here's the Cliff's Notes for this place:  Open 24 hours.  Drunk food.  Carne asada fries.  

I've been here twice, not drunk, but late at night.  The first time I had the "rolled tacos".  Not sure why they call them "rolled tacos" and…

Sushi Studio

4917 E Pacific Coast Hwy
Long Beach, CA 90804

Cheryl B. writes: Sushi Studio is my favorite sushi place to go to when I'm hungrier than just Sushi.   I can't imagine a Sushi "purist" really digging this place but maybe that's because I always go for the wacky creations on special.  

Sushi Studio creates these…

Japanese Restaurant Honda
Neighborhood: Torrance

3629 Pacific Coast Hwy
Torrance, CA 90505

Jason Q. writes: Okay, I've been a little remiss to not write this sooner.  Regardless, I'd like to start by saying yes, I'm a Gaijin, but not the typical "I won't eat it if it's not cooked" type.  I truly love good sushi...oh wait - not those fancy little rolls all…

East India Grill
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

345 N La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036

heather g. writes: Their food is pretty good, though I've been a bit disappointed a few times. Their masala curry is soupy and they don't always put enough heat in it when I request it hot.

Again, me and weird experiences at Indian restaurants, I stopped going here for…

El Jarrito Mexican Restaurant & Deli

2833 W Olympic Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90006

Thao L. writes: Beee  (Spanish) /Naaa (English)/Maehh Maehh  (German) = International Goat Sounds.

I'm on an unofficial quest to taste goat dishes from around the world. El Jarrito has a tender and sweet birria dish that I think is intentional incorrectly translated…

Albertson's Food & Drug

13401 Washington Blvd
Marina Del Rey, CA 90230

Kellee S. writes: I know, I know, five stars for a frakin' grocery store? But I just looooove this Alberston's.  It's got a lovely modern interior that gives it more of a "whole foods" feel than a Ralph's feel, which I like. It's huge and plentiful, carrying a wide…

Singapore Express

4248 Lincoln Blvd
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

Gail H. writes: Yay!!  A new favorite place for lunch.  Amy and I have been wanting to try this strip-mall-hole-in-the-wa ll for the longest time, but we always get caught up in the same ole - same ole.   Again, I'm not a big fan of eating in a strip mall, but, as I…

Diane's
Neighborhood: Manhattan Beach

125 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Mona M. writes: http://www.youtube.com...

That's all I can really say. Oh, and the sundresses are great.

Manhattan Pizzeria
Neighborhood: Manhattan Beach

133 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Cheri A. writes: I am not a pizza lover but this is my favorite pizza in the South Bay.  Just New York style pepperoni here for me.  It is greasy as hell but my NY friend said it is as close to NY pizza as he has had outside of NY.  I hate greasy food I do not know…

Club Mayan
Neighborhood: Downtown

1038 S Hill St
Los Angeles, CA 90015

Linda N. writes: Friend: Hey, what's up with tomorrow?
Me: What do you mean? What's going on tomorrow?
Friend: The Yeah Yeah Yeahs show is tomorrow, isn't it?
Me: Oh!! I am a dummy!

I'm going to the Yeah Yeah Yeahs tomorrow!
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LF Stores
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

2736 Main St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405

Erica F. writes: This store is bursting at the seam with hot stuff.  I love their one-of-a-kind styles, from shoes to coats.  Be prepared to spend at least an hour browsing because it is STACKED with awesome clothes.  From the racks on the walls to the folded clothes…

Trader Joe's
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

263 S La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036

theo n. writes: $20 in my pocket
-   4 two scoops of Milk sorbet
-   1 Milk tip jar
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$15

Walked into TJ's and picked out my breakfast necessities; yogurt, eggs, bell peppers, and granola. I rocked up to the fit bird at the register.

"Hold off on the granola, I'm…

Mi Ranchito

12223 Washington Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90066

Jenn L. writes: Delicious fresh salsa. Their menu boasts a vegetarian section (i asked a server, no lard in the frijoles - whoooo-hoooo!) and a focus on Veracruz seafood dishes. Atomosphere is warm and cozy. you'll have to plenty to look at if dinner convo lags, the…