Wacko
Neighborhood: Hollywood

4633 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027

stephy s. writes: This is about the only place you can score a book on hot pinup girls from the 50's, an art deco shower curtain, a skull candle holder, an egyptian mug and a rubber ducky all in one trip. And that is why I l-o-v-e this place.

Great for that funky gift…

Newport Tan Cang Seafood Restaurant

835 W Las Tunas Dr
San Gabriel, CA 91776

George T. writes: I did not grow up eating seafood.  My people don't eat much in the way of crustaceans.  But a foodie friend of mine told me about Newport Seafood Restaurant, and I was already familiar with the very popular Golden Deli in the same plaza, so I went…

Long Beach Airport

4401 E Donald Douglas Dr
Long Beach, CA 90808

Cidne W. writes: Yaaaaaay......... for the 5 star  reviews and the popularity of our great, straight up OG, quaint little airport.  We love it.

Boooo........ to my friend who took advantage of their laidback security by bringing a dime bag in her sock.  Therefore,…

Fugetsu-Do
Neighborhood: Downtown

315 E 1st St
Los Angeles, CA 90012

ericka L. writes: 5 stars because:

1) Masa introduced me to it.

2) I love places with history.

3) Warm smiles of welcome from the women behind the counter.

4) Free samples!

5) Chocolate mochi. Chocolate. mochi. chocolatemochi. OMG, CHOCOLATE MOCHI!

Scoops
Neighborhood: Wilshire Center

712 N Heliotrope Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90029

Ed to the M. writes: So I'm a San Francisco resident, and I've been slowly finding out that I do weird things like "not drive a car" and "not watch TV."  So when I travel for business, the novelty of having a television in my hotel room is strangely and oddly alluring.…

In-N-Out Burger
Neighborhood: Pasadena

2114 E Foothill Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91106

ericka L. writes: Two words: Neapolitan Shake.

My tongue had an orgasm. For serious.

The Getty Villa

17985 Pacific Coast Highway
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272

Joan S. writes: He said I could pick the day, any day, and he would clear his schedule & take me to the Getty.  In fact.....both Gettys in the same day.
We started at the Brentwood location, only to find out they are closed on Mondays! That's what we get for not…

Syndicate Barber Shop

2749 E Broadway
Long Beach, CA 90803

Vincent T. writes: Excellent!  The Syndicate is an awesome place to get barbered!  I now understand the hype!  Ruth wasn't in town today so I decided to keep on driving and try out the Syndicate since I'd passed by it a few times while walking up Broadway.

When you…

Silverlake Wine
Neighborhood: Silver Lake

2395 Glendale Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90039

Nancy Y. writes: Nice crowd, easy going and friendly staff, international wines, not expensive -  I saw a range of $10 to $70 bottles. Small to mid sized wine store with really nice, custom, blond color wood shelves and tables.  Great wine selection, low key, fun…

Hennessey & Ingalls Art Architecture Books
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

214 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Diana G. writes: I came here to help a friend find designs.  They have a jaw droppingly gorgeous collection of books covering every possible kind of visual art.  I don't really know much about architecture, and I'm by no means an artist of any kind, but I've found…

Bodhi Tree Bookstore
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

8585 Melrose Ave
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Miz Susan B. writes: Back in the day when I was searching for something, anything, to help me figure out what the hell I was supposed to be doing with the rest of my life, I spent hours, nay days, in this bookstore. If you are filled with questions, this place offers…

Huntington Library Art Collections & Botanical Gardens

1151 Oxford Rd
San Marino, CA 91108

fran d. writes: life is often driven by our fears and insecurities; our dreams and longings. it is driven by our imperfections. art is the process by which we constantly attempt to explore, correct, or rather work out, our imperfections.

collecting art is the process…

Larchmont Village Wine Spirits & Cheese
Neighborhood: Mid Wilshire

223 N Larchmont Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90004

stephy s. writes: Now here's a store I could get lost in...only they would never let that happen since as soon as you mention the type of wine you like, tah dahhh, here ya go!

So last night my bitch was making me dinner ;) and since she was cooking I figured the least…

Blue Goose Lounge
Neighborhood: Hollywood

5201 Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Winfield H. writes: Last night, I realized my purpose in life. I was put on this planet to become a Korean pop star. Let me explain.

A group of Yelpers congregated at the awesome Blue Goose Lounge to celebrate Diana N's birthday. At some point in the evening, someone…

J. Paul Getty Museum
Neighborhood: Brentwood

1200 Getty Center Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90049

ericka L. writes: Setting aside any shortcomings the Getty might have, it makes the list of "must-see" locations for almost anyone visiting or showing off the city.

Let's start with the aspects that are less than perfect. I'd say parking...but then again, a lovely…

Tudor House
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1403 2nd St
Santa Monica, CA 90401

reg t. writes: This little slice of Great Britain is a transporting experience. And what better location from which to be transported, than touristic "3rd street promenade".

Upon entering the well-stocked little shoppe, you are greeted by servers. What a nice…

Yelper Auction for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Los Angeles, CA 90026

Adam W. writes: Channeling Bob Barker, Rod Roddy, and The Price is Right Vibe...

Bob:  Rod, why don't you tell the contestants about today's "Showcase Package"
Rod:  Well, Bob, if it's any indication, he wears a size 13 shoe and has very large hands...
Barker's…

Plato Parfait

6632 E Pacific Coast Hwy
Long Beach, CA 90803

Linda N. writes: I'm sad now. I don't have mochi clouds mixed with tart yogurt dancing in my mouth anymore.

I saw the reviews for Plato Parfait when it first opened but I had already changed jobs and it wasn't on the way home for me anymore. If they had opened…

Yelp One Year Anniversary
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

9039 Sunset Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Cidne W. writes: The last time I went to the prom I had to sit at the table with my ex and his new cheerleader girlfriend.  I was much cuter of course, but that wasn't the point. I didn't want to sit with that bitch!!  Fast forward 29 years. (That's right, do the…

Galco's Soda Pop Stop
Neighborhood: Highland Park

5702 York Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90042

frank L. writes: The largest selection of sodas on the west coast (soda, pop, same difference).  From fruity flavored carbonated drinks, to coffee, egg, cream sodas, to extremely high caffeinated sodas (Fukola anyone?), you'll find what you're looking for here as…

Chateau Marmont
Neighborhood: Hollywood

8221 W Sunset Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90046

Mr. Bananas C. writes: "You sick, twisted little monkey! I love you" yelled Ms. Bananas or something to that effect.

This was the place that made her mine. She and I have both had our little Hollywood fantasies because we both grew up in other jungles but a stay at the…

The Museum of Jurassic Technology
Neighborhood: Palms

9341 Venice Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232

Jenn L. writes: These kinds of people will enjoy TMoJT :
artists, dog-lovers, Russians, those who have lived in a trailer park, radiologists, stagehands, those who appreciate the bizarre, cat's cradle enthusiasts, zoologists, spelunkers, photographers, people who…

Katsu-Ya
Neighborhood: Studio CIty

11680 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA 91604

sarah beth S. writes: Synopsis for a movie called "3 Nights of Katsu-Ya Reservations"

SARAH BETH, our stunning zaftig food genius heroine, is turning 27 on Monday and wishes for nothing more than to eat the seafood delicacies she's read about for months at Katsu-Ya.…

Porto's Party Store & Cake Gallery
Neighborhood: Glendale

315 N Brand Blvd
Glendale, CA 91203

ericka L. writes: There must be a very smart cougar in charge of hiring here, because there were some hella fine younger men working this place.

I suggest you order lunch (try the Pan con Lechon...yummy garlicky pork goodness) and sit directly diagonal from the coffee…

Hollywood Bowl
Neighborhood: Hollywood

2301 N Highland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90068

JayChan H. writes: The (Hollywood) hills are alive with the sound of music
With songs they have sung for a thousand years
The hills fill my heart with the sound of music
My heart wants to sing every song it hears.................... .

You guessed it.  We went to the…

The Little Temple
Neighborhood: Hollywood

4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90012

ryan w. writes: So like, I TOTALLY walk into this Little Temple club after NOT waiting in  line for an hour outside, which was like, weird you know? At sunset/hollywood clubs we get to wait in line for at LEAST an hour even if we're RSVP'D VIPS ABC BBQ 123.  

So…

Affordable Care of Hollywood
Neighborhood: Hollywood

6062 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Jim A. writes: FANTASTIC! I love this place. I purchased a 99 Civic SI for my then girlfriend. It had an oil leak in the head and a few other problems. Mind you, it was a great deal at $2900.00, so I figured after the work, I would still be ahead and my (ex)…

Cinespia Film Screenings in the Park
Neighborhood: Hollywood

6000 Santa Monica Blvd
Check the website for showtimes
Los Angeles, CA 90038

fran d. writes: cinespia cemetary screenings 2007 at hollywood forever cemetary. what a great concept. i've driven pass it hundreds of times. for years heard of the screeings but never tried it out.

until now!

large crowds abound but as far as crowds go, everyone was…

Urasawa
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills

218 N Rodeo Dr
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Robyn d. writes: I need to win the lottery!  That's the only way I could afford to keep coming back here.  The meal starts at a whopping $250 per person, but after sake and tax and tip, expect to spend closer to $300-350.  It's shocking, but you pay for what you get.…

Kagaya
Neighborhood: Downtown

418 E 2nd St
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Noah C. writes: One day, when I'm no longer around, I want to be mummified. But, rather than using cloth, I'd want a Premium Wagyu Beef wrap, and my fluids replaced by ponzu sauce. And I'd want Chef Masa, from Kagaya, to do the honors for me.

My dinner here was…

Marukai Market

1740 W Artesia Blvd
Gardena, CA 90248

Anh T. writes: Being at Marukai makes me feel like a husky kid in Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory. They have FREAKING EVERYTHING - fresh sashimi, curry flavored chips, spam musubi, ramen bowls, furikake, japanese sodas with the marble, calpis water, li-hing…

Sk's Donuts & Croissants
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

5850 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Karri L. writes: It occurred to me recently that donuts are the new drunk food. I know, I know, where the hell have I been, but after spending a little time with fellow yelpers and reading so many reviews about drunken pastry binges I decided to join the ranks of…

Mario's Italian Deli & Market
Neighborhood: Glendale

740 E Broadway
Glendale, CA 91205

stephy s. writes: Stephy fact #4,982: I am a hardcore sandwich snob.

There I said it. I am such a sandwich snob that I don't even want to call them sandwiches and instead will always opt for the sammich term because I take my sammiches seriously.

You see, a real…

Goldstar
Neighborhood: Pasadena

PO Box 277
Altadena, CA 91003

.Ronnie. M. writes: Look at this site, isn't it sweet?
wouldn't you think their selections complete?
Clicking around, here you think
Damn, they got EVERYTHINGGGGG

They got kids shows and sport games a plenty
They got concerts and dance shows galore
You want a fund raiser?…

Wax
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

7924 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90046

Lisa L. writes: Due to my lack of maturity and need for attention, some of my recent yelp reviews have translated into date reviews.  That makes this particular review very... excuse the pun... hairy.   But no level of social discomfort keeps me from an honest yelp…

Langer's
Neighborhood: Westlake

704 S Alvarado St
Los Angeles, CA 90057

Marco d. writes: How can I not give this place 5 stars.

Risking my life just to get the best pastrami is enough reason, right? It's on McArthur Park, people!  And I know my pastrami because I'm Jewish by injection, you got that punk?

Besides, where else can you get…

Eat At Joe's
Neighborhood: Redondo Beach

400 N Pacific Coast Hwy
Redondo Beach, CA 90277

Aunny D. writes: EAT AT JOES....The message is very simple.  Joe's Diner sounds too formal and nobody knows it as such.  When I gave people directions to my house in Redondo I would always say "Do you know where Joe's is?"  "Yea, well I live a few blocks up from…

La Brea Bakery

624 S La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Antonio A. writes: To Nish and Stephy:

The infamous toast:  

"Here's to bread, for without bread, we wouldnt have a Toast!"

Honestly, what more can I say about the best bread bakery in town...the one that EVERY store and some restaurants get their bread from, that already…

Il Cielo Italian Gardens Restaurant
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

9018 Burton Way
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Nicole R. writes: So very romantic.  The patio at Il Cielo is beautiful...filled with white and blue lights, a tree that's branches wind itself along the perimeter, potted plants, flowers, smaller trees, and little tables with tea lights on them.  Outstanding, really…