Snookies Cookies & More

1753 Victory Blvd
Glendale, CA 91201

Stevey P. writes: If you know me well enough, you know I am a cookie whore.  Imagine the Cookie Monster in drag.  Yep, that would be me.  Or maybe I am a Cookie Hooker,  a bonafide Cook-ker perhaps?  ANYWAYS.  This is one LA cookie that made me consider settling down.…

Habit Burger Grill
Neighborhood: Glendale

249 N Glendale Ave
Glendale, CA 91206

susy h. writes: 147 on the undercover c*p!

Ok, I'm totally just rapping... I don't mean that, really, my friend's boyfriend is a cop.

And I didn't say 187... I said 147. Well, in any case this is my 147th review! Yipee!!! Thanks to all that read me blab incessantly…

Jim's Fallbrook Market
Neighborhood: Woodland Hills

5947 Fallbrook Ave
Woodland Hills, CA 91367

Michele G. writes: Jim's market - their motto should be:  Our meat can't be beat!  Oooh... that doesn't sound right.  But, anyway, it is definitely a great place to get good quality cuts of meat.  

The last time I was there, I picked up two well marbled rib-eyes.  And,…

Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab
Neighborhood: North Hollywood

12120 Sherman Way
North Hollywood, CA 91605

Julia N. writes: As has been said, this is not a very physical store; it's primarily online.

BPAL creates a truly enormous variety of wonderfully, uniquely blended, all natural, pure perfume oils for both genders. Any possible type of scent that you can imagine,…

99 Ranch Market
Neighborhood: Van Nuys

6450 Sepulveda Blvd
Van Nuys, CA 91411

Beth T. writes: I love you because I can't understand a word of what is being spoken over your intercom system.

I love you because I can't read 99% of the words on your grocery products or even know how half of the them are used.

I love you because I am usually the…

Mixville Bar
Neighborhood: Silver Lake

2838 Rowena
Los Angeles, CA 90039

Bradley S. writes: So obviously I'm reviewing this because of the FWB event brought to you by Mr. Scott K.  I don't think I'd ever have the motivation otherwise to come all the way out here just for drinks.

I'd give the actual venue 3 stars and the event 5, for an…

Sarkis Pastry

2424 W Ball Road Suite V
Anaheim, CA 92804

Cheryl B. writes: Why eat at Zankou's when you can have cookies for lunch?  I was drawn in after a quick lunch at Zankou's to sweeten up my garlic breath.  Time stopped while I stood there absolutely mesmerized by the beautiful display of sweets before me.  What a…

Huarache Azteca Restaurante
Neighborhood: Highland Park

5225 York Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90042

Dave A. writes: Ok, five stars?  
Well they had a food stand at the Lummis Day festival.  My buddy M. offered to buy me a Huarache and a fruit water.  She also got a Huarache.  We sat down at one of the benches in the lovely sun and chowed down on the tastiest…

Royale on Wilshire
Neighborhood: Westlake

2619 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90057

stephy s. writes: Vincent: You know what they call a... a...a hitting a bar on a night out with Mac n Cheese in LA?
Jules: They don't call it a hitting a bar on a night out with Mac n Cheese in LA?
Vincent: No man, they got the too cool for school system. They wouldn't…

Rambo's Tacos
Neighborhood: Glassell Park

Eagle Rock Blvd
Between El Paso and York
Los Angeles, CA 90041

Matthew K. writes: This place has to be one of the best taco trucks in LA.  And the subject of a great debate.

Let me explain.  When you live in Eagle Rock, you quickly become acquainted with one of two taco trucks: Leo's or Rambo's.  They are only a couple hundred…

Blue Velvet
Neighborhood: Westlake

750 S Garland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Ian B. writes: So I'm at the bar... bartender with a Mohawk says.. "what it be?"
"Dave"(his name) we want two dirty martini's.... kettle one.
5 minutes later.... we order a couple apps.
4 minutes later... the apps get to the table
3 minutes later....we trust Dave.
2…

MamMoth Bakery

1620 W Redondo Beach Blvd
Gardena, CA 90247

Mike L. writes: A year ago, when I entered the Pacific Square market, right at the entrance to the food aisles sit a display rack of Cream Pan baked goods. Back when Cream Pan was all the rage from our neighbors in the south. It was a bit embarrassing because the…

Goofy's Kitchen

1150 W Magic Way
Anaheim, CA 92802

Matt P. writes: What a concept. I mean really, for a guy who doesn't typically look forward to, partake in, or generally wake up in time for breakfast, this was certainly a new approach. Looking up from your waffles to find a rather large Chip and/or Dale waving…

Cue Studios

250 W Valley Blvd
San Gabriel, CA 91776

.Ronnie. M. writes: These machines make you look hot. I'm serious. I feel like a Japanese pop star. Not porn star. Pop star.

I tried a $6 machine and a $9 machines. The six dollar one was simple. A camera that you can move in all different angles. The booth says that it…

El Rocoto

11433 South St
Cerritos, CA 90703

Mike L. writes: Nice little Peruvian place next to gawd-awful Kabuki. Please don't tell me that's good sushi....because it's not!

I only dare to try El Rocoto because a lot of the nice positive reviews of this place. Was forcing myself to check out this place only…

Mu Dung San

1040 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90006

ericka L. writes: MEAT MEAT MEAT MEAT MEAT!

And more meat!

This was my first-ever foray into AYCE Korean BBQ and it was pretty damn good. Ben and Jason played Korean hosts to Michael, Wendy, and I at this no-frills establishment. Actually, Ben was just there for show,…

One World Vegetarian Cuisine

178 S. Glendora Ave
West Covina, CA 91790

Kay N. writes: I love animals...they taste damn good with siracha and soy sauce! Unfortunately with the Lenten season I've decided to cross over to the dark side. Coming from someone who had to eat a 4x4 on Fat Tuesday to prep for lent, this is no easy feat.…

Graffeo Coffee Roasting Co
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills

315 N Beverly Dr
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

lauren b. writes: I can't believe I haven't reviewed Graffeo yet!  Some of the best coffee I have ever had.  Fresh roasted and superb, I love waking up to the smell of this coffee brewing.  It's a simple place, you buy your coffee and you leave, unlike Starbucks or…

Que Rico Taco's
Neighborhood: North Hollywood

12940 Victory Blvd
North Hollywood, CA 91606

Richard C. writes: Hijo y su madre.

Anoche fui a Que Rico's Mexican Grill por la primera vez despues de un cumpleanos.  Estava un poquito boracho y tenia hambre.  Y Que Rico's esta habierto la 24 horas del dia.  Eso es bueno por que ahora puedo ir despues de la taberna.…

Fornarina
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

8000 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90046

stephy s. writes: As a gal who loves shoes that fall into the "So tall they make me fall" category, this is the spot!

Funky platforms, killer heals, nifty boots and so much more all created in a super fun style that makes you wanna rock a look that just shouts SASS!…

CIA - The California Institute of Abnormalarts
Neighborhood: North Hollywood

11334 Burbank Blvd
North Hollywood, CA 91601

Heather R. writes: As I begin my review, I don't know where to start on how to rate this place.  It's bizarre.  It gave me a creepy feeling the entire time I was there, and I have thought of it many times since.  So, my question is, how do you rate such an unusual…

The Parking Spot Sepulveda
Neighborhood: Westchester / LAX

9101 S Sepulveda Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045

Diana H. writes: I have a guilt problem.  I hate hate hate asking anyone for favors, in particular, the obnoxious favors that no one wants to do, but feels obligated to agree to because they don't want to be a "bad" friend or lover.  I know that I am none-to-thrilled…

Video Hut
Neighborhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz

1864 N Vermont
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Nelson B. writes: Can't find that indie flick you loved at Sundance this year?  Tired of the limited, mainstream selection at Blockbuster?  Then, why not support a video store like Video Hut?  They have great indie selections as well as the current releases.  Better…

Ahi Sushi
Neighborhood: Studio CIty

12915 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA 91604

Jim A. writes: Oh how I love good sushi. Who doesn't? Several days ago I was on my way to see a friend and he asked to pick up some sushi on the way. He ordered from Ahi Sushi and I picked it up.It was five huge bags and $184.00 (includes $10tip). Waiting for the…

Chinese Deli T & D
Neighborhood: North Hollywood

4821 Lankershim Blvd Ste C
North Hollywood, CA 91601

Richard C. writes: Yes, it's a deli!!!!

Whenever I answer a friends request to recommend a local Chinese joint, I always get the same response, "Chinese Deli?  It's a Deli? How's that?"  Whatever apprehensions they may have, they soon disappear when the plate of food…

Saito's Sushi
Neighborhood: Silver Lake

4339 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029

charlie w. writes: Saito's Sushi rules! I can't recommend this place highly enough. Even though it's located in a shitty little strip mall on Sunset Blvd. (across the road from Akbar and Malo), filled with dodgy stores you wouldn't want your mother venturing into,…

Aux Delices French Bakery & Cafe
Neighborhood: Pasadena

16 W Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91105

ericka L. writes: This place is super-duper cute! We stopped by for dessert after dinner. We ordered a creme brulee and a fruit tart to share; Jason and I got coffee and Ben got tea.

Everything was quite tasty, though I apologize if I ate more than my share of the…

Peet's Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: West Hollywood

8833 W Sunset Blvd Suite 100
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Geoff D. writes: I'm in town today and killing time at the nearby Peet's.  Of course they do have the usual Peet's good coffee and friendly service... and in general I'd call this a fairly typical suburban location (which is to say larger than the downtown locations,…

Flight Club Los Angeles
Neighborhood: West Hollywood, Mid-City West

503 N Fairfax Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Iniko B. writes: Conspicuous consumption at its finest. I love it. It's stores like this that has Osama bin Laden jonesing from a cave for the destruction of Western civilization. Pricey sneakers and lots of them, wrapped in plastic and splayed against both sides of…

Berth 55 Fish Market and Seafood Deli

555 Pico Ave
Long Beach, CA 90802

Amanda P. writes: Its about time a place like this entered our lives; it is so real. If your a Long Beach local and ever take Ocean to the 710 N, you've passed this shack and never really noticed it or wondered what it was. We actually had to circle around to find it,…

Hermitage Bistro
Neighborhood: Culver City

9727 Culver Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232

Carrie R. writes: I love wine.
I love wine that's under $30 a bottle.
I love wine that's under $30 a bottle that makes me feel a little fuzzy.
I love wine that's under $30 a bottle that makes me feel a little fuzzy and in the mood for YELPING!!

Hermitage Bistro is a cool…

Crown City Brewery
Neighborhood: Pasadena

300 S Raymond Ave
Ste 2
Pasadena, CA 91105

J J. writes: Your typical sports/brewery type of place. Lots of wood, lots of beer, lots of tvs and lots of sports nuts.

You can find our company softball team here every week after a game where we consistently get slaughtered on the field. We have cute…

Famima!!
Neighborhood: Torrance

22529 Hawthorne Blvd
Torrance, CA 90505

FoodSlut .. writes: Very cool store.  15 reviews already, so I won't repeat them.

It's that time of the year again...my bday is coming up.  I'm always trying to find creative ways to outdo last year.  This year, I've already gone through the ideas of "Beerfest 2007" to…

Jack N' Jill's of Beverly Hills
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills

342 N Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Diana H. writes: I hate when I hear obnoxious crickets chirping that Yelpers don't give restaurants a fair handshake before rolling out reviewage.  Mostly because I am seriously guilty of writing reviews after visiting a place once, but also because I am confident…

Mrs May's Natural

12436 Bell Ranch Dr
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670

Audrey J. writes: HOLY CRAP IS THIS STUFF GOOD. Mrs. May's has a SPLENDID selection of seriously incredible nut and seed "Crunch" creations. If you are a texture eater like I am, you will DIE. Yes, DIE. And leave more Crunch for me!! I KID I KID!

Anyway, here's the…

Tea Station

158 W Valley Blvd
San Gabriel, CA 91776

Mike L. writes: Based on the reviews that have been written before me... they suggested I do the following:

*Don't come here on Saturday evening - Check.
*They don't have coconut boba anymore - Check.
*Don't get lychee drink because it taste like soap - Check
*Expect…

JJ Bakery

1130 S Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007

Eric C. writes: JJ bakery is often hit or miss only because it seems to still be the hot-spot in-style it-place to be for Asian bakeries in the San Gabriel Valley.  They are so popular that they often tell you that you should go at certain times during the day when…

St. Monica Catholic Church
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

725 California Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90403

David G. writes: I'm not religious, but was raised Catholic.  Recently my wife brought (read 'dragged') me to the 9:30 Sunday service at St. Monica's.  WHOA, this isn't your father's mass!  A gospel choir (well a white one anyway), a high energy priest that would…

Zara International
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1338 Third Street Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Nancy Y. writes: Saw the first floor only and wasn't intrigued.  The clothes seem a bit dated and on the conservative side.  And I hear great things about this place for the gals and the guys. Jennifer S. and I quickly lost interest and left.  To be fair, I shoulda…