The Brig
Neighborhood: Venice

1515 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Venice, CA 90291

Lovey C. writes: Pretty simple:

The Brig has hot men.
The Brig has strong drinks.
The Brig has affordable drinks.
The Brig has cool bartenders.
The Brig has 1 pool table.
The Brig plays fun music.
The Brig has 2 unisex restroom stalls.
The Brig is jam packed on the…

The Cheesecake Factory
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

121 N La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Mishka F. writes: DUDE!!!!! Cheesecake Factory is the SHIT. I seriously have never been disappointed. I've only been to the one at the Grove and it is sooo nice.

But good lord, you have to get their strawberry lemonade... ahhhh good shit. I swear, writing about this…

Mustard Seed Cafe
Neighborhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz

1948 Hillhurst Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Buttercheeks Maral A. writes: What a great spot for brunch with cool friends.

The wait is kinda a pain, but once we finally sat down, the service was prompt and he was super cool.

And once I got my meal- eggs scrambled easy with cheese, mushrooms and avocado... 3 of my faves- all…

Lilly's French Cafe & Bar
Neighborhood: Venice

1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Venice, CA 90291

Ken N. writes: I love this place, the owner, and the waiters/waitresses.  We had reservations at a nearby restaurant for my in-law's 50th wedding anniversary, and a half-hour later, we were still standing out on the sidewalk, and the maitre 'd could only shrug.  I…

B.J.'s Restaurant & Brewery
Neighborhood: Burbank

107 S 1st St
Burbank, CA 91502

Jill C. writes: did someone say happy hour?  

bj's brews and cider- $1.00 off
mini pizzas - 50% off
appetizers - $2.00 off
well drinks - $2.75

i had the sweet pig pizza, 2 jerry burst (jeremiah red + berry burst cider - YUM!), and a soco and lime shot.  it was definitely…

Cameo Bar at Viceroy
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1819 Ocean Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Kaz S. writes: I'v been here with several people and had a great time.  Martinis  with the cabana poolside?  What can go wrong?  Something did. I dated a guy a year and a half ago, who confessed after a month that he liked me only because I resembled him of his…

Venice Room

2428 S Garfield Ave
Monterey Park, CA 91754

Mike L. writes: This is how I am imagine what the Regal Beagle would looked like.

If you have watched the TV show's Three's Company back in your childhood days, you would probably remembered how good ol' Jack Tripper would be going to this nondescript bar and…

Tropicalia Brazilian Grill
Neighborhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz

1966 Hillhurst Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Anh T. writes: Recently, I agreed to go out with an old flame because not only am I an all-out whore for free dinners, but I can better appreciate the hotness that is my Colombian J.Lo.

We went to Tropicalia, one of his favorite dining establishments due to its…

California Fish Grill

1425 W Artesia Blvd
Ste 9
Gardena, CA 90248

.Ronnie. M. writes: Another place that can rival the smell of KBBQ yo.

My sister joined me for lunch today. Unfortunately Kanpachi was closed, Curry House had a 20 minute wait, El Pollo Inka would take too long, and no i refuse to go to Tapioca Express right now.

So we…

Cuvee Wine & Food
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

145 S Robertson Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Alli J. writes: Good place to grab a latte and a pastry but I find the food underwhelming. I've been here a handful of times and tried many different items on the menu but I'm always slightly disappointed. The cookies, on the other hand, are a whole other story. I'm…

Hill's Beauty Club
Neighborhood: Wilshire Center

217 N. Western Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90004

Crystal F. writes: pick up any cosmo magazine and it'll tell you that wavy hair is the best type of hair to have because you can wear it either curly or straight.

fuck that!!!  with my lengthy long hair it takes me thirty minutes just to straighten it in the morning.  …

Clifton's Cafeteria
Neighborhood: Downtown

648 S Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90014

Lisa H. writes: I haven't been to Clifton's Cafeteria since I was a mere tyke.  The thing I remember most about the L.A. landmark was that as a child, going to this restaurant was akin to winning a day pass to "Willie Wonka's Choco Factory."   Imagine if you will,…

The Mountain Bar

475 Gin Ling Way
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Joan S. writes: I'm the wrong person to review a bar, not my usual type of haunt.  It was very hot inside at the Yelp party, could have used some ventilation, but I guess that's not atypical for a crowded bar.  I like their light fixtures, which look like glass but…

Millennium Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles
Neighborhood: Downtown

506 S Grand Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90071

Jessica L. writes: Wow. This place screws you at every possible turn...

Parking $40
Internet $10
Room $155

Damn.

The historical part of this hotel is lovely - beautiful architecture and such inside (there was sign that they were filming a movie here too!).

Overall, I would…

Sam Woo B.B.Q. Restaurant

803 N Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Mike L. writes: Sam Woo is all over the place. In fact, there is two more Sam Woo in the Far East Plaza just down the street.

The name is popular and probably don't need introductions to many out there. For those who are not familiar with Sam Woo, they have alot of…

Firestone Tire & Service Centers
Neighborhood: Redondo Beach

500 N Pacific Coast Hwy
Redondo Beach, CA 90277

Aly D. writes: after having a super busy saturday, i realized sunday morning that i had completely forgotten to get my oil changed. since i didnt know where to go, i of course turned to yelp for any recommendations and the fabulous Joan S. recommended Firestone…

Saladang
Neighborhood: Pasadena

363 S Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105

Holly T. writes: This is a lot more fancy-shmancy than any Thai place we have in the LBC, so let's just say I'm used to something a little more "homey" or "rustic" (aka ghetto). In my mind I think I thought that the classiness of this place would make it somewhat…

Enzo's Pizzeria
Neighborhood: Westwood

10940 Weyburn Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90024

Toni L. writes: Enzo's = good pizza at reasonable prices.

Food: The crust on this pizza is fantastic. Somewhat thin and crispy (but not to an extreme), it'll make you forget about the toppings, sauce, and cheese. The salad is so-so. It's just lettuce and your choice…

Hamburger Mary's
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

8288 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90046

Joan S. writes: Holy crap I had SUCH a good time last night!!!  My first time at Wednesday night bingo!! JayChan, thank you endlessly for putting the word out on yet another awesome LA happening, this one a tradition that's in its 10th year!  
Last night was my first…

Dodger Stadium
Neighborhood: Elysian Park

1000 Elysian Park Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Buttercheeks Maral A. writes: HA!!! I got to touch it. I did. I know you may not believe me but I swear I did. I felt it with my bare hands, I rubbed it up and down and I must say, it was so fuckin soft. That's how cool I am. Do you wanna touch me now, I know you do and for a…

Gumbo Pot
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

6333 W 3rd St Ste 312
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Lori K. writes: A friend of mine who lunches @ the farmer's market frequently, kept raving about the Gumbo Pot. One day we found ourselves there and we hit up the Gumbo Pot. She ordered a small bowl of the Jambalaya so I decided to order the same since I was a…

Palomino Restaurant Rotisseria Bar
Neighborhood: Westwood

10877 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90024

Amy C. writes: We just got back from having dinner here. I'm stuffed. It must be all the pasta I just ingested. I ordered the linguine with rotiserrie chicken.  On a scale of 1-10, the dish was about a 6. It was extremely doused in olive oil and the chicken was dry…

Jamba Juice
Neighborhood: Woodland Hills

21915 Ventura Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Ali oop .. writes: When my jaw was rubber banded shut for 2 months, I had a schedule of when I could start eating (drinking) certain foods.

First came the "I can't even have food or liquid because I'm so cracked out from surgery that all I want is morphine" diet.

Next…

Paramount Pictures Corporation
Neighborhood: Mid Wilshire

5555 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Kristina R. writes: (riiiing...riiiiing...rii iing...)

Voice:  (Siiigh) Paramount Pictures.  

ME:  (Hopeful, and painfully cheerful)  Hi, Paramount Pictures!  Ha ha!  (cough...) Aherm...anyway, uh.  I was trying to get some information on where Charlotte's Web is playing…

Tengu
Neighborhood: Westwood

10853 Lindbrook Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90024

El Diablo D. writes: This is by far the most fascinating sushi experience ever. Make sure you ask to be seated with Masa, the best sushi chef in Los Angeles.

Everything he prepared for us was eye captivating, mouth watering and heart smiling food.

When you order your…

Hustler Hollywood
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

8920 W Sunset Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90069

fran d. writes: memo to all the women of the world:

at long last i understand you! in all your womanesque essence, i can relate to you; and all it took was a visit to hustler hollywood.

yes, ladies, not unlike a large number of you who eventually gave up virginity…

Kerckhoff Coffee House

Kerckhoff Hall
2nd Floor UCLA
Los Angeles, CA 90024

Alison S. writes: Ah yes, my favorite spot on campus.  It has helped keep me awake during my lectures on many an occasion.  I recommend the Thai Iced Coffee and the Iced Chai.

Sidenote: I can only drink the Iced beverages here unless I'm feeling particulary…

Sonora Cafe
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

180 S La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036

stephy s. writes: Hmm, Sonora Sonora....

The things I like here:
-happy hour magaritas
-free chips n salsa
-the budget happy hour apps menu, most notably the quesadillas

The things I don't like here:
-service can be extremely hit or miss and I've had everything from an…

Dorados

2102 S Atlantic Blvd
Monterey Park, CA 91754

judy w. writes: this is the place to go for some good @ss shrimp cocktail, fish tacos, and fresh ceviche.  i can't speak for its authenticity, but i can speak for the yummy factor - and it's poppin' like it's hot.  or droppin' like it's da bomb.  or something that…

Vert Brasserie by Wolfgang Puck
Neighborhood: Hollywood

6801 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028

Zachary K. writes: The halibut was yummy. The pureed potatoes with cheese were great! The service was excellent, however my waiter forgot my potatoes at first. The ambiance is decent, and the VERT salad which is not even on the menu was excellent. It is kind of like a…

Gallery 1988

7020 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Amy K. writes: At Gallery 1988, don't expect to see high brow art. Throw away your coat and tie, give up that stuffy attitude and put on something comfy to wear because at this gallery it's low-brow fun art all the way.

Take Luke Chueh who opened Feb 5th along with…

Napa Valley Grille
Neighborhood: Westwood

1100 Glendon Ave
Ste 100
Los Angeles, CA 90024

Leila T. writes: I give Napa Valley Grille a solid thumbs up.  Lately I've been spending a bit more time in Westwood, and it seems hard to find a good UCLA walking distance option for a glass of wine and some small plates.  Maybe it is because everything trends…

Knight Restaurant
Neighborhood: Burbank

138 N San Fernando Blvd
Burbank, CA 91502

Ayelet I. writes: I am really beginning to hate the pill. Every 28 days or so I start crying over nothing and become the most irrational moody gal you've never been so happy is not your girlfriend. But it's not ME, I swear.

I was famished and after seeing that nothing…

Trader Joe's 124
Neighborhood: Burbank

216 E Alameda Ave
Burbank, CA 91502

Summit S. writes: This Trader Joe's Rocks....they have Beef Tamales...well not any more...why can't they order more of these?  they are always sold out..  The lines are a bit shorter than the Silver Lake and La Brea and there is plenty of parking.  The shoppers here…

101 Coffee Shop
Neighborhood: Hollywood

6145 Franklin Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90028

frank L. writes: You know why this place is so cool?  It doesn't try to be cool, that's why.  Now, I can't sift through the fog of liquor in my memories, but I'm fairly certain this place is dimly lit.  That's fine and dandy because I'm always finishing up a grand…

Marmalade Cafe
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

710 Montana Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90403

w g. writes: small little cafe with both coffee shop featuring standard baked goods and indulgent stuff with chocolate but also a full-on deli with some really good prepared salads and sandwiches.  they also serve hot food breakfast and lunch items.  my mouth is…

Cancoon Thai Food

9887 Alondra Blvd
Bellflower, CA 90706

Mike L. writes: edit 3/2/08

I just had one of the better experience today as I had their their speciality like their pawns and their beef jerky. Thanks to Tony C., I will try more of their on going special menu.

Don't listen to the other low ratings. As such, you will…

Angelique Cafe
Neighborhood: Downtown

840 S Spring St
Los Angeles, CA 90014

Sharon S. writes: I've only been here for breakfast, and I've decided I NEED to come back for lunch. Experiences so far = fluffy eggs, perfectly dressed salad, and delicious potatos. Plus, they make an impressive cappucino! You somehow manage to feel like you're in a…

Carbon

9300 Venice Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232

Antonio A. writes: It looks like its a bugs life for me!  So I have always loved Carbon, ever since it opened up.  Yeah, its not the prettiest or hippest or cleanest bar in the world but it always reminds me of my friends basements in the Mid West, except of course…

Coral Tree Cafe

11645 San Vicente Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90049

Diana H. writes: The rumor around town (ie. the opinion of my foodie friend) is that Coral Tree Cafe is a bigger and better version of Urth Cafe.  Because Urth Cafe has been my standby, never-fail, trusty old slipper for lunching activities since the days when I was…