The Cut Salon
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1620 Ocean Park Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90405

Sarah G. writes: Hair today, gone tomorrow!!!

But at least here you know the hair you do lose is for a good cause because you will look amazing afterwards!! I got 3.5 inches cut off today and I cannot even begin to describe to you how many people I asked before I…

Jinju Korean Restaurant
Neighborhood: Koreatown

610 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90005

hen a. writes: #1 for gomtang....the best gomtang (beef bone soup) in la city...the best part is that it's open 24 hours....the cha-dor-baek-ee is cut up thick....soup is made to perfection...the kimchi is as good as it gets...if i could give it extra stars, i…

Pasadena City College
Neighborhood: Pasadena

1570 E Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91106

Corazon R. writes: PCC is a great place to take classes even though you've got your degree and you just want to keep taking classes (like myself).

PCC is a great place to take classes to get rid of general education requirements, thus reducing your time at a much more…

Wood Ranch Barbeque & Grill
Neighborhood: Chatsworth

9301 Tampa Ave
Suite 226
Northridge, CA 91324

Tristen P. writes: When the server goes down at work we opted for an early lunch. It beats sitting around twiddling our thumbs and throwing volleyballs around the office.

We first went shopping at the mall then stopped at Wood Ranch for take out. We ordered the Original…

Yangtze Restaurant
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1333 3rd Street Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Allyson K. writes: This year, as every year, we had a "Jewish Christmas" which is Chinese food and a movie. I thought I had made reservations at a restaurant through Open Table but when we got there, the place was closed.

The Promenade was actually pretty busy for…

Monty's Steak House
Neighborhood: Woodland Hills

5371 Topanga Canyon Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91364

JayChan H. writes: I found out where plastic surgery goes to die. Botox smiles greet you at every turn. Clearly the most colorful in the 40 and above hangouts!

OK why go then?
Killer happy hour. Free food passed every few minutes and the 7 p.m. closer is a tray full of…

Panda Inn
Neighborhood: Pasadena

3488 E Foothill Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91101

Kevin F. writes: Quality Chinese food, not like their lower end fast food Panda Express.  I went here last night before seeing a movie and have to say that it was very good meal.  It's a pretty big place, so we only had to wait a few minutes for a table on a Friday…

Santa Anita Park

285 W Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA 91007

stephy s. writes: Da da da duh duh duh duh duh duh duh da da da daaaaah, da da da duh duh duh duh duh duh duh da da da daaaaah!!!! ding ding ding!!!

(Okay, so that was supposed to be the horse racing bugle call sound and bell, but hey, it's early, so cut me some…

Thai Original BBQ
Neighborhood: Wilshire Center

484 N Western Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90004

Jim A. writes: Ok folks, here is the low-down. As before, I must explain my rating system. This place is NOT a 5 star restaurant, but the 5 stars are for food quality / value and service. I have been going to this particular place for at least 15 years. They know…

Versailles Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan Beach

1000 N Sepulveda Blvd
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Cidne W. writes: I had a Yelpin' good time for lunch at this place.  Trying to do my part to introduce a newbie to a Yelp like experience, I did a good job of playing Yelp ambassador.  And it didn't hurt at all that the brotha was fine, extremely intelligent and…

Pho 999 Restaurant
Neighborhood: Reseda

7255 Reseda Blvd
Reseda, CA 91335

Terry C. writes: A steaming bowl of Pho #1, a spring roll, a fresh lemonade, with cafe sua da (French drip coffee and Eagle Brand condensed milk poured over ice) for dessert and I'm in heaven.

I'm not gonna drive all the way to Westminster for a bowl of pho because…

Illiterature
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

456 S La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Ayelet I. writes: I have a problem walking into a store that is empty and the person behind the register not even looking up when you walk in to say hi. It's a tiny shop where you can see everyone enter and it isn't crowded-welcoming a customer shouldn't be that hard.…

Planet Blue
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

2940 Main Street
Venice, CA 90405

Miriam B. writes: i don't think i am exposing a secret fashion outpost but planet blue is really good.  the one on main street has a great gift section in addition to the clothes.  the owner/buyer whoever has a perfect eye.

The Good Life at Party On La Cienega
Neighborhood: Mid-City West

350 S La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Carrie R. writes: This has been my go-to place for the past few years when it comes to wrapping the perfect gift...or for buying a trinket or two to get wrapped.

They have a TON of single sheets of very fine paper that you can purchase for that special prezzie along…

Sheraton Gateway Hotel
Neighborhood: Westchester / LAX

6101 W Century Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045

ray f. writes: i stay here at least 3 times a year when i go down south for conferences.  checking in and out is always a breeze, and the staff is great in accomodating any needs you might have.

the beds are VERY plush! I always have a good night sleep there.  the…

Dr. Spiro Constance
Neighborhood: Hollywood

7443 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90046

Emily O. writes: Recently i was faced with the scary task of trying to find my own optometrist. Far from the person I used in Northern California and not planning to use a slam-bam-thank you ma'am place, I was overwhelmed by the task.
I chose this guy based on my…

Fabiolus Cafe No 1
Neighborhood: Mid Wilshire

5255 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Karen L. writes: I went for a birthday dinner and the service was superb! I love the fact that it's a Bring Your Own Wine and that they do not charge to uncork your wine for you. Since we were a big party, there was a variety of dishes. I loved mine. It was…

Z Gallerie
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

1426 3rd Street Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Katherine N. writes: I love this place! Such an diverse collection of styles. Very good quality. Definitely a fun store to go browse through and get random items for around the house to build more character into your rooms.

Gate of India
Neighborhood: Santa Monica

115 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Jim G. writes: Indian food. Tasty. Tikka Masala. Yummy in my tummy. The end.

Dagwood's Pizza of Venice

202 Main St
Venice, CA 90291

Shauna D. writes: In my current hunt for good pizza, I am reminded of better times.

Particularly when I called up Dagwoods for a delicious white pizza with chicken and spinach and be rewarded with speedy delivery.  

I also adored their salads.

And they happily gave us…

Le Saigon

11611 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Manny K. writes: I know a lot of us equate Vietnamese places with pho but come here for their grilled meats and bun.  Their ingradients are very fresh.

It all comes together perfectly in their #17 - make your own spring rolls.  It is the bomb! You have to love to…

The Loft Hawaiian Restaurant

20157 Pioneer Blvd
Lakewood, CA 90715

Hazel Q. writes: Oh those wacky Hawaiians and their love of pork and canned meat.  
If I weren't so long winded, this review would consist of only the following three words: "Bacon Fried Rice."

I often go here with the boyfriend, end up full, with leftovers to take…

Kifune Restaurant
Neighborhood: Marina Del Rey

405 Washington Blvd
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

Grace C. writes: I waited almost an hour at their bar because the friends I went with insisted we haaaaaaaad to eat at the sushi bar.

If you want GIANT pieces of nigiri, accompanied by a side of crazy perverted jokes told by a Japanese man missing a few teeth, do the…

Goody's Restaurant

865 E Las Tunas Dr
San Gabriel, CA 91776

Pete C. writes: Can you five star ONE dish?

I have been going to goodies for years as my parents still live in San Gabriel and we enjoy going here for Sunday Breakfast.

OK so the 5 star dish....drum roll please.....

Creamed Chipped Beef Over Biscuits

Yeah you freakin…

House of Vege

2439 Pacific Coast Hwy
Lomita, CA 90717

Steven G. writes: I've been driving past this place for years and never bothered to give it a second glance. First, because it looks sketchy as hell (not in the comforting "hole in the wall neighborhood gem" way either, more like "why the hell hasn't it caught on fire…

Kamiyama Sushi

2408 Lomita Blvd
Ste C
Lomita, CA 90717

Ryan P. writes: Yelpers reviewed a great place.

I was in the Torrance area with my wife and we decided to Yelp the sushi restaurants from my iPhone and it listed the Kamiyama Sushi on top of the list.  We see the reviews first before dining in and reading from their…

India's Tandoori
Neighborhood: Tarzana

19006 Ventura Blvd
Tarzana, CA 91356

Taylor G. writes: My favorite Indian place in the Valley, this little spot in a strip mall is amazingly good for amazingly cheap. They have lunch specials ranging from $6.95 to $9.95. My personal favorite, Chicken Tikka Masala, runs $7.95 and you get a ton of food,…

Koji's Japan
Neighborhood: Hollywood

6801 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028

Beth T. writes: Shabu Shabu for brunch? Why not why not?

Our first experience with the Japanese version of fondue started with a ten minute wait for the table but this was no matter as it gave me a chance to try the specialty drink menu. I started with the naughty…

Woodlands
Neighborhood: Chatsworth

9840 Topanga Canyon
Unit A
Chatsworth, CA 91311

carla v. writes: This place is absolutely the BEST Indian cuisine around.  It's so good that you don't miss the meat (yes, it's purely vegetarian) unless you are a closed-minded carnivore who can't see past the butcher - News Flash - MEAT IS NOT EVEN GOOD FOR YOU!!…

The Outdoor Grill

12630 Washington Pl
Los Angeles, CA 90066

Gail H. writes: I love my tri-tip sandwich!!  So tender, so much meat.  I suggest you try their french fries on the side, as they are some of the best I've had.  

The rest of the reviewers were right on about the sweet bbq sauce.  Give me tangy and spicy any day.  …

Dragonfly Bar
Neighborhood: Hollywood

6510 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Aunny D. writes: I'm between 3 and 4 stars on this one. I just can't decide which one to go with because I know for a fact that I have always had the best time at this venue - not because of the venue itself, or the entertainment but the people I was with. This…

Honeybaked Hams
Neighborhood: Toluca Lake

10106 Riverside Dr
Toluca Lake, CA 91602

Dave A. writes: A long time ago when I was a kid, my dad took me here for a special lunch. We walked in and I immediately asked if we could go someplace else. Poor Dad. But, I thought we were going someplace exciting. HBH is far from exciting, it doesn't even try…

Tanino Restaurant
Neighborhood: Westwood

1043 Westwood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90024

erin r. writes: Tanino deserves a solid four star review.  The food was very good.  The gnocchi was a little al dente for my taste but the pesto was creamy and delicious.  The artichoke salad was fantastic and very pretty, as well.  The artichokes were almost…

Arte Cafe

12741 Towne Center Dr
Cerritos, CA 90703

Kay N. writes: Me: "I'm still hungry. I want In-N-Out"

Yes, these were the words that came out of my mouth after eating about 7 courses at Arte Cafe. Unfazed by my low brow comment and my insatiable  appetite, Richard proceeded to walk me toward the kitchen where…

Cafe Seoul Nandarang
Neighborhood: Koreatown

3815 W 6th St
Los Angeles, CA 90020

Linda N. writes: Oh Ktown, why do you hurt me so. I always think I won't get sick after drinking in Ktown again, but BAM! You hit me right in the face with your flavored soju. Our third stop of the night, we probably should have called it a night after the TV on the…

Virgin Megastore
Neighborhood: Hollywood

6801 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90068

Walter P. writes: This was a bad idea cruising on the Hollywood sector next to the Grauman's Chinese Theatre.     I was armed with my favorite debit card as I tried to avoid THE MEGASTORE!    All I could hear was this robotic voice saying, " RESISTANCE IS FUTILE....…

Asparagus Pizza
Neighborhood: Hollywood

1809 N Cahuenga Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028

Johnny D. writes: I love this place!  Amazing pizza.  For the price (very inexpensive), the BEST pizza in hollywood.  The two owners are brothers and are from Central America.

Paty's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Toluca Lake, Burbank

10001 Riverside Dr
Toluca Lake, CA 91602

J J. writes: Paty's is a little "family" restaurant, where, that's right folks, you can take your KIDS here. The food was nothing to write home about but the atmosphere was nice and homey. The waitress was nice and the prices were extremely reasonable.

Side note:…

Mr Ramen
Neighborhood: Downtown

341 E 1st St
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Jenn L. writes: Vegetable broth option. To you meat-a-saurs it doesn't sound terribly rousing, but vegetarians will freakin' rip their clothes off knowing they can get a bowl of ramen (sans pork broth).**

I was bitterly disappointed to learn there were NO vegetarian…