Koontz Hardware
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

8914 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Joan S. writes: This place rocks.  Koontz has old-fashioned hardware store charm.  And there is more stuff in here than I could ever imagine existed under one roof.  I went in to buy a little digital clock.  A couple of friendly clerks (I guess nowadays they are…

Gelson's Market

10250 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90067

Carrie R. writes: I'm going to give this Gelson's a whopping 5 stars based on what the other ladies have said about it...it pretty much rocks!  Great salad bar...LOVE the deli area where they'll make you pretty much any sandwich that your little heart desires AND give…

Pomodoro Trattoria
Neighborhood: Westwood

1393 Westwood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90024

Jenn L. writes: Pasta sauce made with vodka. that in itself earns Pomodoro some Yelp luvin', but the bread basket and cozy feel rounded out this bad boy to four mother-freakin' stars.

The interior is nothing fancy but we were seated right next to the window in a…

Johnny's Pastrami On Adams
Neighborhood: Mid-City

4331 W Adams Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90018

chico f. writes: *** Revise ***

I'm gladly bumping my rating of this place from 3 stars to 4 because, well, I went to try it again and loved it ! !

I knew you wouldn't dissappoint me again...cuz I felt I owed you another chance...after all...I did it for JOHNNY ! !…

Ham Ji Park
Neighborhood: Koreatown

3407 W 6th St
Ste 101-C
Los Angeles, CA 90020

judy w. writes: This little piggy went to the market.
This little piggy stayed at home.
This little piggy had roast beef,
This little piggy had none.
And this little piggy went "Wee! Wee! Wee!" all the way into my mouth and fell down into the abyss of my tummy.

So... is…

Gondola Getaway

5437 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90803

Caroline Y. writes: Ever been serenaded on a gondola? In California? If not, and you would like to be...this is the place.

Gentlemen and ladies...read on cuz this will help you plan your next romantic spot for your precious significant other. It will make her or his…

Tacomiendo

4502 Inglewood Blvd
Culver City, CA 90230

Jenn L. writes: Vegetarians rejoice! for there is a veggie taco in Culver City that meets with Jenn L's approval. ::angels singing::

Tacos Vegetarianos - black beans, rice, guac, veggies, lettuce, and salsa. served on homemade tortillas, with a side of chips.…

Gelson's Markets
Neighborhood: Encino

16450 Ventura Boulevard
Encino, CA 91436

Eileen L. writes: I keep telling myself I should stop shopping at Gelson's because it really is about 20% more expensive than Ralph's across the street, but I just can't bring myself to do it.  I love Gelson's produce department -- the way everything is stacked so…

Gelson's Market

13455 Maxella Avenue
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

Lisa H. writes: I always try to give you something new to read about if a place has already been reviewed by others.

Gelsons not only has great hormone-free range grown meat and chicken, but they also have a noteworthy fresh fish department.  There have been many…

Centinela Feed & Pet Supplies

3860 S Centinela Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90066

alice k. writes: I remember the first time I walked into this store. Not only did I get greeted the minute they saw me, but my husband almost got knocked over by the female employer who insisted on carry our 8 lbs dog food.
My husband is not a wimp, but she grabbed…

Little Cave
Neighborhood: Highland Park

5922 N Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA 90042

Victoria C. writes: Drinks + 80's music = an 'effin great night!

Little Cave is small but definitely fun.  We got there around 9pm so it wasn't crowded yet.  As Christopher said, our early entertainment was Ms Pac Man (watch out for Joel, man!) and then it went on to…

Aroma Ristorante Trattoria

30 Centerpointe Dr Ste 1
La Palma, CA 90623

Arnold E. writes: Excellent Italian food. That's about all I can say about this place. Okay. See you later...

Actually, A'Roma has more to offer than just great food. After a recent remodeling, there's also a nice bar, too. But seriously, this place is good. It puts…

Koreatown Plaza
Neighborhood: Koreatown

928 S Western Ave Ste 300
Los Angeles, CA 90006

Courtney W. writes: I really like this older plaza, it's Corean to the core.
It smells korean, it looks korean, everyone IS korean.

I LOVE JAJANGMYUN! I don't like really like Chinese food,
but this is Korean Chinese, and you know how I love me some
delicious Korean food.…

The 3rd Stop
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

8636 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Tristen P. writes: Me: "Can I get a gin & tonic and a red bull vodka?"
bartender: "We don't serve liquor"

*me looking confused at my friend*

Me: "What did he say?"
Friend: "They don't serve liquor."
Me: *looking at bartender* "You don't serve liquor?"
Bartender: "We don't…

The Palm
Neighborhood: Downtown

1100 S Flower St
Los Angeles, CA 90015

Caroline Y. writes: The big 4-0-0. Haha. Too bad it isn't on some crazy outrageous place. Although...due to the Garth Brooks concert going on that night...there were many, many, many tourists with cowboy hats and boots who filled up the entire restaurant.

I'm actually a…

Frolic Room
Neighborhood: Hollywood

6245 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028

heather g. writes: It's a tiny dive bar, drinks are reasonable and the jukebox is good... there's nothing bad about this place, but personally I couldn't stay there all night...it just gets a little boring to me.

Hot Wings Cafe
Neighborhood: Glendale

314 N Brand Blvd
Glendale, CA 91203

stephy s. writes: Hot Wings. The Other White Meat. Wait. What?

Okay, I'm warning you all now that this review was written on massive amounts of DayQuil since I have a bad case of the fother mucking FLU, so if I sound loopy, it's cuz I am. Now for the review...

I used to…

Vinoteca Farfalla
Neighborhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz

1968 Hillhurst Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90189

Winfield H. writes: Why is it that someone who drinks fancy wine at a hip wine bar is considered a "sophisticated connoisseur", yet someone who drinks fortified wine next to a dumpster is considered a "pathetic wino"?  Go figure.  I enjoy doing both, but societal norms…

Vidiots
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

302 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405

Jason W. writes: I am glad this place is in business but there is room for improvement. First they offer two memberships.....(membersh ips can't I just join for free)There is an annual membership and a lifetime membership. The annual is thirty dollars and the…

Cho Dang Tofu -- SEE KIM'S TOFU

12245 Artesia Blvd
Cerritos, CA 90703

Samuel A. writes: If you like tofu stew (and surprisingly a lot of people do), then you'll love this restaurant. Unless you come for lunch or for an early dinner, this place is usually packed. The service is fast (when they're busy they'll take your order while you…

Furaibo Restaurant

2068 Sawtelle Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Ken N. writes: "Fu-Rai-bo."  My father-in-law laughed when he saw the sign and said, "That's Japanese for "Fry Bowl".

For some reason, my father-in-law's snicker kept us from trying this place, even though we've gone to just about every other Japanese eatery on this…

Hal's Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: Venice

1349 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Venice, CA 90291

Diana H. writes: I have a new lover.  His name is Chop.  Pork Chop.  He doesn't drink martini's or save the world from nuclear destruction, but he does fill my stomach excellently, especially when prepared by a Mister Hal of Hals' Bar & Grill, the happening…

Pho Tasty

19117 Pioneer Blvd
Artesia, CA 90701

Mike L. writes: Maybe it's true what people say about man...they don't stop and ask for directions.

That's what happened to me. I didn't bother to stop and ask. So I got lost trying to find this location. You see, the place was well hidden behind some of newly…

Belvedere Restaurant
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills

9882 Santa Monica Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Noreena M. writes: Have you ever had a day when it seemed like you were in a Seinfeld rerun?  Well my Afternoon Tea experience at The Belvedere, in The Peninsula hotel surely was!

~ rewind a month back ~

receptionist:  (*sounding like Mr. Belvedere himself) "Good…

Moffet's Family Restaurant & Chicken Pie Shoppe

1409 S Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007

John C. writes: Still the greatest burger I've ever tasted.  If you don't agree with me you're a filthy liar and you have child porn on your computer!

I also noticed, after being reminded of this by a homeless woman a bit ago, that I used to sign my name at the end…

Cinefile Video

11280 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Felicia C. writes: What do you do when you have half an hour to kill before your movie at the Nuart starts?

Peruse the porn section of Cinefile.
I gotta give credit where credit is due - they know how to categorize their videos.

The way they organize the videos is pretty…

Jones
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

7205 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90046

dawson s. writes: When I woke to the sound of tires on wet pavement the other day, I knew I wanted to savor every moment of it. Preferably, out in the world, in search of comfort food with my lover. Setting out to run some requisite errands we decided on bbq, but…

Torrance Bakery
Neighborhood: Torrance

1341 El Prado Ave
Torrance, CA 90501

Austin S. writes: I've never been here because I live in the Pasadena area, but so far I've been to 2 weddings who got their cakes here.  First was my brother's wedding, which the exact same cake is the green cake on Page 3 of their wedding gallery on their website.…

Apple Store R051
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1248 3rd Street Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Kaz S. writes: I've been a Mac fan for a while.  I cannot go back to PC's.  No more viruses...what a relief.  Was able to upload a photo to yelp in 10 seconds....there's no going back!  
This store is beautiful, with helpful people.  I haven't attended enough…

Irv's Burgers
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

8289 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90046

Joolie T. writes: Turkey Burger, French Fries & Drink.................... .. $5.55
Double Cheeseburger, French Fries & Drink.......$6.00
Tuna Melt ......................... ......................... ...................$4.62
Onion Rings....................…

Clementine
Neighborhood: Westwood

1751 Ensley Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90024

Gin-Chong T. writes: Clementine, oh Clementine, you're such a popular gal.
Every time I want to visit, I have to wait a while.

Not that you're not worth it, 'cause I love what you have to eat.
Just saying that a boy can get so eager, waiting for his treats.

Your muffins are…

Restaurant 2117

2117 Sawtelle Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Ken N. writes: Ah, Valentine's Day!  After 21 years of marriage, Valentine's Day has become a great excuse to splurge a little in the name of love.  After all, you are expressing your love and gratitude to the one who has agreed to spend their lives with you for…

Cedars Sinai Medical Center
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

8700 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Akiko T. writes: Had an allergic reaction to an antibiotic... A BAD one.  A humbling experience. I had a rash that literally looked like I took a red Sharpie marker and drew dots on myself with it.  Then went online and typed in "allergic reaction to Bactrim" and…

Fubar
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

7994 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90046

Joan S. writes: Here's one of the places we visited after the event at Seven.  
It was packed with gorgeous mens and hot as hell, literally so hot I could hardly breathe.
There was one mostly nekkid dancer, to whom I did contribute a dollar......

Wish I could remember…

L'Orangerie Restaurant
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

903 N La Cienega Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Eric C. writes: quite possilbly the only restaurant i would dress up for.
everything was perfect. the only thing that was annoying is that they were too attentive. definitely not a bad negative.

highlight of the year: the chocolate souffle at L'Orangerie.
i would go…

Yuca's
Neighborhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz

2056 Hillhurst Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Andrew K. writes: Hands down, the best pork burrito I've tried...anywhere!  You have to try their specialty, the "cochinita pibil burrito".  The meat is roasted slowly.  The owner tells me this family recipe originated from the Yucatan.  The beef tacos and beef…

Uncle Morty's New York Style Deli

2030 E 4th St
Long Beach, CA 90814

Vincent T. writes: Thank you, Jesus, for all the food at Uncle Morty's.  I was one bloated, thirsty fuck after eating there.

After reading all the Yelp reviews, we decided to give the place a try one afternoon.  I ordered the Reuben sandwich (extremely messy) and which…

Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific

100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, CA 90802

Vincent T. writes: Take 1:
I went to this Aquarium and I drowned.  Mostly because I didn't have gills or any underwater breathing apparatus.

Take 2:
A fish tried to talk to me.  It opened its mouth but no sound came out.  Maybe it was making fun of me

Take 3:
I went to the…

Hirozen Gourmet
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

8385 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Amy K. writes: How do you convince others that the sushi place you eat at is so good that they must try it?

I am going to do just that by saying the opposite of how I feel:

This place sucks!
The food is disgusting -
There's no variety and the chef is not well trained…

Western Bagel Burbank
Neighborhood: Burbank

513 N Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505

Ti B. writes: "Okay...how does 2:00 pm on Tuesday sound?"  A bit of a pause and then she responds with, "Actually, can you come in that morning?  Like 8:00 am....bring bagels"  With a slight gasp I sigh, " umm...yes..sure...o kay...how about 9:00 am?"  
"8:30 works…