I know there is a Yelp for the Amazing Race Los Angeles...but need Amazing Santa Monica Race…read moredeserves it's on little piece of History... How do you describe spending your hard earned money on something that will drive you insane? yelling at others? pissing you off? making you run all around town? talking to strangers...? having people asking you what you are doing.....having a MIME Touch you as your running around in Venice Beach and you !@??#$!# at him...not knowing who he is...or your teamate telling one of the people giving you clues listen here we are really busy right now looking for a clue we can't help you! That was all part of the Amazing Santa Monica Race...that took just about a grueling 5 hours to compete....during the process you don't know what to expect... Bob was a great host, comedian, commentator, etc.... The only downside is the Santa Monica version is pretty new so we didn't have a ton of groups competing...positive side our team wins a medal cuz not enough groups are competing!! Okay 2nd isn't 1st...so I'm still upset! Try it...it's tons of fun!

Santa Monica Amazing Race was THE most fun activity I have done in the greater Los Angeles area in…read moreover the 2 years that I have been a resident. It is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, see the local scenery, and get a light exercise in (depending on how competitive you are). By far worth every penny for the 3-4 hours of sheer entertainment, puzzle solving, and team bonding. The host, Larry, was a true delight making the experience all the more fun and memorable. A MUST DO activity for anyone in the area or visiting! I'll definitely be signing up for the LA race soon.

If I can give this six stars out of five, I would. If you are a fan of the TV show Amazing Race,…read morethis will be right up your alley. While this is a 6-7 hour experience and it doesn't involve flying places, or dealing with obtrusive camera crews following you, and there aren't prizes for coming in first at every leg (there is a prize if you win the whole day), it's a nonstop experience with different elements of the amazing race. Solving puzzles. Memorizing facts. Some competitive play. Some cultural learning. My advice if you sign up is READ THE CLUES carefully. It was a joy teaming up with my wife as we zoomed through Orange County on a fun adventure. Bottom line, would I do this again? Absolutely.

This review is for Race LA 2023…read more If you are an amazing race fan, this day was one of the most entertaining, most dynamic, most creative adventures I got to have that fulfilled my Amazing Race fantasy. It was just like a leg of the amazing race and more. What is it: A day long adventure of competition with other people, you open a clue and complete a challenge or race to the next location! Pros: - The Challenges were like the amazing race (Memorization, Puzzles, Acting, Building, Counting, Search and Finds, Escape Room Puzzles, and Math). - The organization was really well done. Each of the locations had clear parking and it we didn't have to pay for any of the parking - The locations were so neat and embraced different cultures similar to watching on the amazing race - The after party and hanging out with people was so much fun! - The staff and volunteers were awesome and did such a good job! Cons: Be prepared that there are equalizers. Just like on the amazing race there will be locations where you get stopped and other teams are able to catch up. At first I was frustrated because I was like we are losing time. This is a reality of the actual show! If you haven't seen the show before, just be prepared! Also know that if you are running in the back of the pack, they need to keep the pack connected so some people may get to skip a challenge. If someone passes you doing this you may feel frustrated, but know that you are there to experience cool things! Count it as a cool opportunity to get to do a challenge instead of skipping one! Tips for doing well and preparing 1) Read the whole clue (You will feel rushed and see people leaving and feel you need to leave. DON'T DO IT, READ THE CLUE) 2) Use Waze over Google Maps 3) The first half of the race is preparing you for the last half. There will be at least one equalizer! The last half of the race is what matters so learn from your mistakes early 4) Bring a ziplock bag to keep track of your clues 5) Go in and have fun. Connect with other teams! While winning is nice, the win is the fun you had along the way I would 10 out of 10 recommend this to any reality tv fans or people who love scavenger hunt races

One of the best track organizers in California! Chris and the SV team always puts on a great event…read more If you're a new driver the beginner groups are a great way to get your feet wet in a safe way, If you're chasing a sub 1:50 at buttonwillow there will be multiple cars doing this in the advanced groups.

Speedventures is the best well organized and trusted trackday club i ever raced with. Highly…read morerecommend. Aaron is a very knowledgeable and respectful person who really cares about customers.

Zero emissions. 100% fun. Zero motorcycles…read more If you're looking for a great alternative to a gas bike, stop by Hollywood Electrics. Carl will share the magic of increasing your fun while reducing your carbon footprint on two wheels. Riding an electric motorcycle is as easy as putting the kickstand up, twist, and go! Bring your riding gear and your M1 license and experience what it's like to ride in near silence. No shifting and no vibrations other than what you feel from the road. When you have the need for speed, 100% of the Zero's torque is right there instantly, no matter if you're launching off the line or flashing to pass on the freeway. Great bikes await at Hollywood Electrics

I'm actually surprised I haven't written a review already. I've owned the same Zero since 2016…read more(2014 S) and have always had it serviced by Hollywood Electrics. Over the years they've made my bike green, added heated grips, folding mirrors, powertank and even put an 2016 SR motor and motor controller in. I've enjoyed their ability to help personalize my vehicle aesthetically and mechanically. In the process of going in and out of their shop I became good pals with Carl who is knowledgeable about electric vehicles, cars, motorcycles. He also happens to be a fantastic musician in Los Angeles. One time after I got my bike serviced he was heading the same direction as me and we rode for about 70 miles together on electric motorcycles. I also appreciate their care in regards to COVID-19 safety. I worked at a motorcycle dealership in college and it's clear to see this place is so much more than a typical motorcycle dealership. I highly recommend if you are even curious about electric motorcycles to stop in and sit down and chat with their staff. It's worth learning about and if you have a motorcycle endorsement go on a test ride just to see what it's all about. I'm looking forward to the next time I get to stop in but the bikes are really reliable so you don't need to bring them in often. Thank you Harlan, Carl, Tyler for the awesome service! -Alex

The Petersen Automotive Museum is simply phenomenal. Home to one of the world's largest car…read morecollections, it's truly an auto enthusiast's dream. For starters, I love the building's futuristic-looking facade -- it immediately stands out before you even walk inside. There's an on-site parking garage with reasonable pricing. Current rates are listed as: first 2 hours $18, each additional hour $3, with a daily max of $24 when combined with museum admission. Even the parking garage is impressive. Visitors can view several vehicles for free, including a 1981 Ford McLaren Mustang, 1967 Dodge Hemi Coronet, 1992 Ford F-150 Flareside XLT Lariat, 1990 Laforza, and a 1991 Bentley Turbo R. I paid $51 for full access to the museum, including the Vault tour, and I thought it was absolutely worth it. The museum features more than 100 vehicles spread across 25 galleries, along with three public exhibit floors and a basement Vault containing 300+ rare vehicles. (The Vault tour is a separate add-on from general admission.) As someone who was a teenager in the '80s, I especially loved the "Totally Awesome! Cars and Culture of the '80s and '90s" exhibit. This is easily the best automotive museum I've ever visited, and I had an incredible time!

Love coming here. Nice seeing all these cool cars collections. Nice place to visit for people who…read moreloves seeing awesome cars. Parking is free if you spent $75 at one of the store.

The good: I love all things fall and Halloween's my favorite…read moreholiday. I was psyched to find out there was an event here at the original farmer's market because I already enjoy coming here when it's themeless. The mini pumpkins and an art kit to decorate your pumpkin was free! I was very surprised. There were shaded tables and chairs for the decorating. My toddler loved it. They gave a plate of 4 paint colors, glue, googly eyes, glitter and gems to decorate the pumpkin. There were also free games for kids (corn hole, bowling, etc). There was a a small petting zoo as well and some photo opportunities with pumpkins, scare crows and hay bales. There was live music from a Tiki band (?). The bad: We parked at the farmer's market parking which cost $5 even with validation. The interesting: There weren't as many events or people as I expected here.

The Annual Fall Festival at the Farmers Market will be on Saturday, October 21st and Sunday,…read moreOctober 22nd. Festivities include: There will be live music, pie eating contests, arts & crafts, Scott Land Marionettes, and pig races. The best part is that there is no admission fee :) it is FREE! Saturday, 9 am to 8 pm Sunday, 10 am to 7 pm

The Original Farmers Market was such a blast. Coming from the East Coast, where farmers and flea…read moremarkets used to be everywhere before many of those spaces turned into condos, it felt refreshing to experience something like this still thriving in Los Angeles. What stood out most was how much there was to see and taste. I loved wandering through and sampling along the way. I grabbed empanadas from Nonna's, picked up stylish prescription glasses from Julian and his team at the Optical Market, and finished with a refreshing hibiscus tea to go. And that was just scratching the surface. There's truly something here for everyone--green juices, freshly shucked oysters, beignets, custom ice cream flavors, fresh butcher selections, and so much more. It's the kind of place where you can easily spend hours exploring. My only regret is not having more time to try everything. It's a great spot for tourists, but also perfect for a cute, easy weekend outing.

I was reading about places to check out during my visit to this area…read more I had no idea this place existed, I was told this little area is right by The Grove. I was drawn to come check this place out since it has been around for quite some time. It seemed to have everything there: candy shops, baked goods, pizza, ice cream, fried chicken, burgers, deli's, salad, empanadas, seafood, dumplings.. the list goes on. If you are ever in the area and you want to grab a snack or a meal, this is a great place to visit. I think parking is free for 90 minutes if you get it validated by a merchant inside. I wish I had more time there, but I will definitely go back when in this area. I ate at Magee's Kitchen and my niece got pizza. Both were pretty delicious. Prices seemed a little steep to me, but that was expected. I bought some candy fruit slices for my sister. Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Food: 5/5

As a Bingo fanatic, I was absolutely so so so excited to see how Bingo was at Hamburger Mary's! I…read morehad never been, and it seemed to be something that would be right up my alley... Yet the experience was nothing more than displeasing... The Bingo event itself was a 10 game 3 card set, and it cost $20 for charity, awesome! But, little did we know that playing Bingo here would come with ridicule, hostility, and a vibe of just "getting this over with". The even was slated to start at 7:00 so we arrived at 6:30 to eat, but they didn't start till 7:30 without even telling anyone waiting, which began to annoy many customers. The intermission was also supposed to be 15 minutes but when from 8:05 to 8:40... As the game went on, they would call the balls so rapidly that it was very difficult to process and keep up. In addition, they don't display them. When they were asked to slow down, he gave a stern "No.", which honestly came off as a racially charged response to the woman just trying to keep up. They just do this for your money, it most likely doesn't go to charity, and they don't have a sense of actually just having a good time playing bingo. Hamburger Mary's needs to reassess this event and their continuation of the "Bingo Boy" ...who is essentially just that. Acting like a child, trying to get what he wants. Which is just money.

Having fun while supporting a good cause (charity of the night) = 5 stars!…read moreDoing it with Drag Queens who will spank you if you ask nicely- even better! I don't think I have played Bingo for at least a decade, and before last night, I had never played the version in which you have to mark your card in the shape of a rim job (the boxes directly around the free spot). Or a stripper pole ("Pole Dancer"). Why else is Legendary Bingo so much cooler than regular ol' Bingo? ~Well for starters, you have a great Drag Queen (Belle Aire) calling the Bingo numbers. ~All the creative things that go along with calling the Bingo numbers (O-68- I'll owe you one) ~If you call out Bingo and you don't have it, you get spanked. Yes we witnessed this; you know who you are. ;) ~When you do win, you have to run around so everyone can throw their crumpled up loser Bingo cards at you ~The prizes are interesting to say the least. My wife and I won several man on man porn DVDs in a bag full of condoms and lube. Even if we have absolutely no use for any of this, it was still hilarious to win it! It was especially hilarious when another girl won and our Bingo announcer made a joke about how all the lesbians are winning the porn...umm, yeah....she wasn't a lesbian! Oh, we laughed so hard! So now we have a buttload of condoms and lube (bun pun intended) and know a cool place to spend Wednesday nights! We were lucky enough to find street parking on a rainy night, and the rain was nice enough to stop for us when it was time to leave. Bingo is $20 (wifey and I shared). Alcohol and food are available and the servers keep coming around, even amid the Bingo card throwing. If you are drinking a lot, you might want to have a friend play with you so you don't miss an important box on your stripper pole or rim job! I just feel sorry for whoever has to clean this place up when the night is over. The floor is *covered* in crumpled up Bingo cards and anything else people could think of throwing!

I had an amazing experience with LA Superbikes and I don't say that lightly…read more Marius is hands down one of the most honest mechanics I've ever met. In an industry where it's easy to feel taken advantage of, he was transparent, fair, and genuinely looking out for me--not just trying to make a quick buck. He took the time to explain everything, didn't upsell me on anything unnecessary, and made sure I actually understood what was going on with my bike. That level of integrity is rare. You can tell right away that Marius isn't just great at what he does--he's a great person. The kind of guy you trust immediately and know you're in good hands with. He's earned a customer for life. I couldn't be happier with the experience and I'll be sending everyone I know his way. Highly, highly recommend.

After taking a hard spill on my MT07 and having inconsistent work done at other shops in the past,…read moreI decided to search 5 star ratings for a reputable one. I wanted a communicative, honest and competent mechanic to work with me/my insurance and this was him!! Lemme tell you, Marius has his sh** together. The boy knows bikes and not only did he and his assistant fix all the broken things (including finding another shop's almost fatal mistake) but he also worked with me to customize upgrades that I wanted. He's knowledgeable, experienced, polite and flexible. I was always updated with progress with pictures and was asked thorough questions to be sure he was understanding my goals. Never did I feel rushed or taken advantage of and he was gracefully patient with me the whole time. Although there was no immediate rush as to a deadline, my bike was ready sooner than later. Handed him a bit of loose cash for doing extras I asked for which he almost refused, so he's one of these guys who appreciates a tip but doesn't expect one. But tip him, folks! The shop is tucked away and secure. He's busy with alot of bikes and things around but it's very organized chaos. Everything is clean and they take care not to damage anything. Overall 11/10.

This charity run is either 5K, 10K, or 1/2 marathon. It is not timed, therefore there is no…read morepressure to finish fast (unless that competitive spirit kicks in!). It is held at the Grove every year. They have freebies before and after the race. But the primary reason to participate is to run for a good cause - in this case, multiple sclerosis. The run is not the most organized of running events, but it still makes for a nice morning workout. parking - free parking with validation

Despite the fact that this is their first year, I'm pretty sure it's not the first race Generic…read moreEvents puts on. Not only did the race begin 25 minutes late because we had to wait for 400 late registrants but the confusing route, lack of swag bag goodies and sad vendor line up was enough for me to scratch this from my 2009 calendar. I give it 2 stars because proceeds go to local schools.