Hungry Pocket Falafel House
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1715 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405

Lori K. writes: Holy Hummus!  I love this place!

I desperately needed a new spot for lunch that was close to work. I had grown tired of patronizing the same old places. Hungry Pocket had caught my eye a couple weeks ago. I literally drove by, spotted it, did a…

Chipotle

501 North State College Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92832

Dave S. writes: What o' what was I doing up in Fullerton for lunch on a Thursday you might ask? The easy answer is that I was up here to sign some papers. At least I was supposed to be. I drove up from Irvine on my lunch to take a lunch meeting with a legal document…

The Little Rock
Neighborhood: Encino

5507 Reseda Blvd
Tarzana, CA 91356

Wes S. writes: For my 300th review....

*ques up Queen Pen*

Yo, a party ain't a party 'till it's ran all through
And leave it to the Little Rock crew, it's gon' be playa' proof
After three rounds we gon' blow off this roof
A party ain't a party 'til it's ran all…

Rusty's Discount Pet Center
Neighborhood: Studio CIty

11672 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604

Richard C. writes: On the recommendation of the infamous Stephy S., I went to Rusty's Discount Center today to see what kind of product they carried.  I had been meaning to for a while now, considering the store is located literally, right down the street.

I found both…

Janna Hines
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills

9725 Santa Monica Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Rachael W. writes: I met Janna 2 weeks ago and my life hasn't been the same since. Ok, life is pretty much the same, but my hair most certainly is not.

First of all, as almost everyone else has mentioned - Janna is a nice, nice woman. Even tho her salon is in the…

Xiomara
Neighborhood: Hollywood

6101 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Scott K. writes: Let's say you have a date coming up.

And you'd like to get to know her "in the biblical sense", as they say. But before you can cross the Mason-Dixon line and go fishing in the Louisiana bayou, you need to make an impression. So you toss around ideas…

San Pedro Brewing Co
Neighborhood: San Pedro

331 W 6th St
San Pedro, CA 90731

Joan S. writes: Yelp sticker in their window!  See the photo I took yesterday.
This is a very attractive place, inside & out.  It maintains the charming vintage image of its historic arts district setting.
Check out the photo of the ceiling, my best view from my…

Breadbar
Neighborhood: West Los Angeles

10250 Santa Monica Boulevard
Century City Mall
Century City, CA 90067

heather g. writes: This is the deal.

The service is vomitty.
Their salads are sub par
Their sandwiches are good.
Their pastries and breads and stuff like that.............

an orgy in your mouth.....in case you are wondering...that's a good thing

Barney's Beanery
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1351 3rd St Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Diana L. writes: I've known Bob since 1984. He was a member the band of nihilistic street punks (read - middle class kids trying to piss their parents off) I roamed the streets with in high school. We spent all our time trying to get booze or drugs, going to shows at…

Vincenzo Ristorante
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

714 Montana Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90403

Joshua B. writes: I hesitate in posting this review since I consider Vincenzo's to be the best-kept secret in Santa Monica. Maybe even all of Los Angeles.

Romantic, intimate, perfect for a date-night, you'd hardly even know it existed if it wasn't for the hard-to-read…

Q Noodle House

18930 Gale Ave
Rowland Heights, CA 91748

AJ K. writes: I was expecting a lot more based on the reviews, but it was... *shrug*

I'll just get to the point.  Came with 2 other friends, this is what we ordered (I don't remember the chinese names):
Beef noodle soup - Dark, flavorful broth with a slight…

Fish Grill
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

7226 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Anh T. writes: I don't know much about Jews, but they opened Fish Grill so I love them for that.

Fish Grill is located in a random spot on Beverly, but I suppose there is easy access to the orthodox temples? Generous portions of fresh fish for a good price. I'm a…

Cactus Mexican Food
Neighborhood: Hollywood

950 Vine St
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Ed C. writes: Edgar likes Cactus Mexican Food.

You wanna know how much Edgar likes Cactus? Edgar likes Cactus so much that Edgar endured a scabby-faced Meth addict woman who pestered Edgar for money to finish the burrito Edgar was eating.

At first Edgar wanted to…

La Conversation

638 N Doheny Dr
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Erica C. writes: Charming, in almost every way.  The decor is quaint and homey - makes you feel at home, and relaxed.  Even when they're busy, they don't make you feel rushed, which I appreciate a lot.  The outdoor seating is also quiet and pleasant.  I really love…

Torimatsu Inc

1425 W Artesia Blvd
Gardena, CA 90248

Eli G. writes: It's not every day you get to have decent yakitori and finish the meal with a friendly chat with a nice man from the Yakuza. Well, I did and it was kind of neat.

Stupid Yakitori Bincho was closed on Tuesday so Torimatsu was the runner up. The girl and…

Pizza Pauls
Neighborhood: Wilshire Center

4330 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90029

frank L. writes: One night I'd like to go on a date here.  We'd sit alone by the rain-streaked window facing Melrose and stare at the people at Scoops and the cars kicking up water.

I would feed her slices of crispy thin crust and sweet nothings like: "you have the…

Ralph's Fresh Fare

12057 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Kit S. writes: First of all, I freely admit I don't know anything about wine except that I likes it, I likes it a lot. We go to Ralph's to get us some wine for dinner and my sister said she heard someone rave about this stuff called Screaming Eagle.

(okay those of…

Oki Doki Sushi
Neighborhood: Hermosa Beach

442 Pacific Coast Highway
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Nena G. writes: JEEEBUS!!!

If you're into rolls, which I am, and you live in the dirrrty South... the South Bay, that is... RUN, don't walk, to Oki Doki.

After driving down PCH last night and noticing that this place had a line going out the door at 9 p.m. I decided…

Homegirl Cafe

130 W Bruno St
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Dave A. writes: First off, here is the link with info on this magical little spot in Boyle Heights. http://www.homeboy-ind....

This place is a FIND.  It's bright and cheery on the inside, with yellow walls boasting bright acrylic on canvas paintings depicting scenes…

Fioretto Trattoria

12740 Culver Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90066

Samantha H. writes: Fioretto's is the local restaurant that makes you fall in love with your neighborhood.  It is run by a husband/wife duo who have poured their whole lives into sharing their amazing Tuscan cuisine with the Mar Vista community.  Everything is homemade…

Sabor y Cultura
Neighborhood: Hollywood

5625 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028

Dave A. writes: Fearsome Dave A reporting live from Sabor y Cultura Cafe.

America's political pulse is alive and ticking in the little nooks and crannies of this city. Speaking of nooks and crannies, the pannini on this sandwich is full of them, yum. But I digress.…

Panty Raid
Neighborhood: Silver Lake

2378 1/2 Glendale Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90039

William S. writes: I still enjoy leering at you from across the distance, mon amour.

*emerges from behind a bush, lowers binoculars. finishes the last sip of champagne, looks around, and whistles while walking away*

Aveda Vicara Salon
Neighborhood: Torrance

3525 Carson St
Ste 176
Torrance, CA 90503

Ronnie M. writes: You know what's better than a clean playing field? A clean playing field at 50% off bitches!

Thank you Heather for giving the heads up. Aveda Vicara is still running the 50% promotion for new customers. They even have a coupon for free eyebrow waxing.…

The Trails
Neighborhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz

2333 Fern Dell Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90068

Amy K. writes: Dear Trails Cafe,

You know I'm not trying to be a hater by knocking your cute looking "cafe" that's conveniently located at the beginning of the Griffith Park trail. But my whining is justified. While you are situated on prime real estate for hungry…

Abe's Deli & Family Restaurant
Neighborhood: Chatsworth

19626 Nordhoff St
Northridge, CA 91324

Adam B. writes: When I first went to this deli right near Northridge Fashion Center, I thought it was Art's Deli. But that's in Studio City. Or maybe it's that deli that gets the great Zagat rating in Northright. No, that's Brent's and it's typically packed. Well…

Green Leaves Vegan
Neighborhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz

1769 Hillhurst Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Duffy D. writes: I'm not a vegan. Never have been, never will be. I like my meat, my dairy, my eggs and other "non vegan friendly" items. In fact, I never would have gone here if it was not for the suggestion of my friend. Not that I'm against vegan food, it's just…

Soolip Paperie & Press
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

8646 Melrose Ave
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Jennifer H. writes: Oh, I do love me a good stationary store and Soolip definitely fits the bill. Everything's beautiful, but I suffered a little sticker shock over a 15 dollar card and 75 dollar notepad, among other things. I spend way too much money on cards, but I've…

Oinkster
Neighborhood: Eagle Rock

2005 Colorado Blvd
Eagle Rock, CA 90041

Ed C. writes: The L.A. City Council just announced a resolution to limit new fast food restaurants in South Los Angeles to help curb obesity in order to prevent heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure.

I say: Bravo!

While they're at it, they should…

Levi's Store
Neighborhood: Torrance

3525 Carson St. Space 68
Del Amo Fashion Center
Torrance, CA 90503

Ben B. writes: Ahhhh, good ol' Levis.  I love Levis and I love that there is a store somewhat close to me!  Well not close, but a 25 minute drive is unimportant when one considers how great it is to own Levis jeans.  Why are Levis so great?  Levis make me cool!…

Lange Foundation
Neighborhood: West Los Angeles

2106 S Sepulveda Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Ken N. writes: My dog Sophie is one year old today, and lucky for me, she is the best dog that ever walked the earth.  Some may have other opinions, but all I can say is...they're entitled to their opinion.  Sophie is the sweetest, most loving, most affectionate,…

Magic Touch Hand Car Wash

2349 S Garfield Ave
Monterey Park, CA 91754

Aimee S. writes: Stupid sprinklers, bugs, bird crap and dust made my car look like a dusty green instead of a forest green.  But I guess that's what happens when you wait 3 weeks to do anything about it.  

Enter my favorite car wash of all time.  Conviently located…

Jazz Cat Cafe
Neighborhood: Alhambra

640 W Valley Blvd
Ste A
Alhambra, CA 91803

FoodSlut .. writes: Ambien writing______

I hate cats.  My next door neighbor cats use to always shit in our backyard so my older brother and I develop a system to stop this.  We played games on who can find the most cat shit and throw it back to the neighbors yards.…

Wahoo's Fish Taco
Neighborhood: Pasadena

264 S Lake Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101

Anh T. writes: I may still be under thirty, but i have no qualms about my future as a cougar. In fact, I prefer to practice early. Especially when at Wahoo's, where cute hormonal high school skater boys work/run rampant. Rawr.

Anh: I'd like the Wahoo's salad.
Boy:…

Kien Giang Bakery
Neighborhood: Echo Park

1471 Echo Park Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Jennifer T. writes: Great, fluffy delicious cake. It's not too sugary, like the cheap stuff you get from Vons ( which is sooOoo good, by the way) but it's nice and light, so you won't pukey after having a few slices. Their specialty is fruit- there's always fruit in…

Phoenix Food Boutique Inc

1108 S Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007

Judy H. writes: Here I go again...writing a review on a place where I've already reviewed another location...but this one doesn't count.  The other Phoenix I reviewed was the Chinese Cuisine...the actual restaurant....this is the "Boutique".  =)

YUM-O.  That's about…

Fabric Barn

3121 E Anaheim St
Long Beach, CA 90804

Cidne W. writes: Don't let the name fool you.  They no longer carry a large selection of fabric.  There is another place I got for that.   This place should be named "Ribbon, Trim, Froo-froo and all Kinds Of Shit"   They have the best and cheapest trim (not that…

Scarantino's Italian Inn
Neighborhood: Glendale

1524 E Colorado St
Glendale, CA 91205

Stephen P. writes: Great local Italian restaurant. Take out is prompt and always hot. Be careful what you order. The portions can easily feed two. The minestrone soup is excellent.