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    The Hobbit's House

    3.9 (33 reviews)

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    Maruko X.

    It's like a hidden middle earth oasis surrounded by homogenous architectures, across the street from the Sony Pictures Lot in Culver City. The unique housing project know as the Hobbit House has fulfilled the curiosity of the Lord of the Rings vibes, which made me feel like walking into a movie set and not an apartment complex. I think it's worth a visit if you happen to be nearby, be mindful and don't distribute residents who actually live there.

    Brian K.

    Not a whole lot to see, but we definitely enjoyed the diversion. It really has an amazing surreal look and we felt a little bad taking pictures given that people actually live there. I have never heard about this place and it was pretty humorous seeing this Lord of the Rings looking housing complex with a new Audi in the driveway and a giant big screen TV box by the garage. Guess Bilbo Baggins needs his Netflix too.

    Magdalena T.

    A pretty cool stop to see and take a pic in front of, but also kind of awkward because it's someone's house so we just stood by the sidewalk. Just fyi it's hard to find parking anywhere. You might have to park on the street a block over.

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    Nadine C.

    If your flight is delayed and you want to do something (besides having a snack), you may want to come here and take a look! I arrived at LAX on time and found out that my flight was delayed by 2.5 hours. I quickly called my friend, Alana, and she circled back around to the airport to pick me up again! After visiting a coffee shop, we still had some time to spend together, so she brought me here to the Hobbit's House! PARKING: There was free and easy street parking across from the house. There were metered stalls right in front of the house. VERDICT: It's a cool place to visit! Look for the little waterfall, live turtles, squirrel sculpture, and ceramic turtle! There's also a fisherman, so be quiet and he will let you play with his friendly cat! NOTE: this is a registered Cultural-Historic Monument of the City of Los Angeles! TIP: it's available for rent!

    Monica R.

    OMG! In the middle of a street of modern buildings, the house makes you travel in the Hobbit's land! They did really a good work! It is worth to take a picture in this spot.

    Lina C.

    Cutest and most interesting house I've come across my entire time in Los Angeles. This little Hobbit House is in the middle of Culver City, right next to a developed building--what looks like a new apartment complex. I was around the area (Baldwin Hills Overlook) and decided to visit this little place. Parking was available as its only street parking. It looks like someone actually resides at this place so I made sure I was respectful of them and their property and stood right along the sidewalk. It's a beautiful to admire and whoever lives there is pretty lucky as it's definitely a one-of-a-kind home. I wouldn't necessarily drive out of the way for this, but definitely something to check out if you're ever in the area.

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    John T.

    Fun Facts: Lawrence (Disney Artist) and Martha Joseph Residence and Apartments Historic-Cultural Monument No. 624. These cottages were built from 1946 to 1970. Location/Parking: Located in Old town Culver City. As for parking, there are "no parking signs". I encourage ya'll to break the rules for a quick selfie/picture sesh. Ambiance/Decor: Brings you back to the times when hobbit's inhabited this world we live in.... And yes..... be fun and pretend you're Samwise! The cottage is beautiful! These structures are built for fairytales (sweeping shingled roofs, diamond-paned windows, and clinker-brick chimneys)! There's also koi ponds, red ear sliders basking in the sun, and a resident cat that roams around. He/she will meow and lie on his/her wanting to be petted. Don't be alarmed! The cat is quite friendly! Tip: Be respect to the grounds, believe it or not.... there are people that actually reside here. Rent: If you want to impress your date or throw a party, this place (three apartments) that can be a great place (two-bedroom, one-bathroom appartment) to rent. Downside is you'll have to pay $2,595 (Most likely per month). Check for availability. Pictures: For more pictures of the interior of the cottage, you can check out the this article http://la.curbed.com/2014/12/1/10016674/rent-the-main-house-at-culver-citys-adorable-hobbit-complex Adventure For Thought: Go visit the SHIRE! :)

    Hobbit House, historical cultural monument #624
    Emma J.

    Over the meadow & through the woods to.... a hobbit house? It's a strange & unexpected sight in the heart of Culver City. I first came upon the house at random, years ago when I lived in the neighborhood. Before the days of Waze, I would try any alternate route to dodge the typically gridlocked section of Venice at rush-hour. So one day I turned on Dunn St.... then hit the brakes & needed to reverse. What the heck is that? Hobbit House is one of those fun secrets of LA. Would I drive out of my way to come here? Never. But if I'm passing through with out-of-towners in the car, I'll swing by just to blow their minds a little.

    Paisley T.

    Skip it. I'm slamming it and calling it lame. If you make the trek here you'll be chasing a fantasy that this place is super cool. But as it turns out.. Look, it is what it is. A house that's actually a bit rundown unlike the pics you see in the Yelp reviews. We came. We saw. We got bored. The college party dudes who live here were standing outside one of the homes smoking away probably laughing at us wondering what mystical book led us to come here. I mean, yeah, the houses are cute and all. The roofs are round and the windows are cutesy and the street is stoney. But after one look you are done are ready to leave. The best thing you'll enjoy is watching the turtles hang out in the pond. And what was with the gross beat-up couch sitting in front of the smoker dude's unit? Totally ghetto. Way to keep it classy. Just keep the hobbit house a cool fantasy. In your head. Where it belongs. I'll never recommend to a fellow yelper that this is worth it.

    Hobbit's House!
    Yonnie C.

    I don't think many people know about this place, but I drove by the Hobbit's House in March 2015, while I was in LA, and decided to stop by and visit the place. Of course you can't go inside, since people actually live there, but you're welcome to take photos of the house itself from the outside. :) You have to park on the street, or use a small parking lot nearby. Make sure you don't get towed! haha... The house is incredibly outrageous in terms of decor. It does seem like a house they would make for a movie set or something, or straight out of "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. More photos here: https://ourwelltraveledlife.wordpress.com/2015/04/01/fantasy-homes-in-los-angeles/

    Ailleen J.

    While showing my cousin around town, we decided to stop by to intrigue our inner nerd. Let me get this first off my chest: I felt like I was intruding. I know some reviews on here say it's fine, but I felt like such a creeper! People currently are residing there (hence the beautifully placed Prius in the picture). But I have to say, this is one architecturally cool looking house. I happened to be able to pull into the metered parking right in front of the house and spent maybe a total of 5 minutes taking barely any photos. But it was definitely the perfect quick stop before my cousin headed back home.

    Christine A.

    Little more than a stone's throw from Sony Studios is this series of fantastical houses and apartments, on Dunn Drive, designed by one-time Disney artist Joseph Lawrence. The Hobbit Houses, officially known as the Lawrence and Martha Joseph Residence and Apartments Historic-Cultural Monument No. 624, are these charming little structures that were built from 1946 to 1970. A couple of green ponds lie in front of the two cottages that face the street, groups of turtles are sunning themselves beside the water. As we stood on the sidewalk, staring in awe of the houses (specifically the gorgeous chimney on the shorter structure), an SUV pulled up and a short woman with an In-N-Out bag and drink climbed out and headed toward the rear apartments. "You can come into the yard, if you want," she said with a smile. We walked up the cobble stone-like brick driveway just to get a better look at the place. Where the Spadena/Witch House in Beverly Hills looks so pristine yet uninhabited, like a movie set or Disney attraction, the Hobbit House is more rustic, hearty, and lived in. You can see and hear someone in the building with the rounded-off roof, watching TV. Neighbors in the back are talking and packing up their cars to go somewhere. Cars are parked on the driveway and you can see the pumps for the algae-infested ponds and watch turtles disappear into the murky water.

    Mary J.

    Maybe this was a great place in the past but going today was a major let down. I left one star generally for the architecture of the home but other than that putting it bluntly it's just a run down house with occupants who can careless about their surroundings. The pond was dark green with some turtles swimming around & by the front door were beer cans & beer bottles, cigarette butts...It was pretty gross & kind of sad. The house itself is quite amazing & I just kept imagining what the inside looked like but it's truly unfortunate that the people who live here could careless about how it looks. I wouldn't go out of your way to come here, it will for sure be a let down, however if you are in the area stop by for yourself & check it out. I actually thought some old man lived here or something but as I read other reviews it appears that it's some college guys! They definitely live like slobs.

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    I live across the street from it. I see it everyday and I wish I didn't. It's an uncomfortable eye sore :/

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    The Doughroom - al pastor pizza

    The Doughroom

    4.0(987 reviews)
    0.8 miPalms
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    Perfect neighborhood dinner spot! Living within blocks, we decided to try it out finally, and boy…read morewe've been missing out! It's a cozy little restaurant serving comforting meals. Portions are fantastic leaving you feeling great afterwards. Hearty flavors and the pizza was crispy and baked to perfection. Recommend walking if you live within its walkable distance since there's no parking. I highly recommend you give it a try on a week night out!

    Kelli G killed it. Service Top Tier. Came in for Happy Hour…read morewith just 20 minutes to spare, but KG managed the order flow in "waves" and we were riding good times good eats at the Doughroom. Here is a top down list. Chicken Sando $14 good soft bun, nicely crisped up chicken, pickle slaw sauce. Yum Wings, well done. Done well! Good sweet/ hot Sauce and fresh Ranch extra points. Cauliflower Frita, expertly fried with excellent sauce. Special HH pizza with Butter Chicken was (surprisingly) top notch. I'm a (pizza snob) hats off. Fries dropped fresh n Hot well seasoned. Mozz stix hot n melty, marinara (ok) Smash Burger. no complaints. Ceasar , not the best. Olives, tonight a hard pass. You cant win them all, but a winning record fo sho tonight. HH beers a couple bucks off with a good selection discounted & deep list full priced with respected craft names The room is Stylish. Brick bones with nice lighting and an open feel. We had an EXCELLENT experience and food tonight.

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    Sorrento Italian Market - Our Italian Wine selection is the best in town!  We have wines from all 20 regions of Italy.

    Sorrento Italian Market

    4.3(712 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    Had some family pop in on me out of nowhere!…read more Like, literally nowhere. I mean from New Orleans with absolutely no heads up whatsoever! Guess what they wanted as soon as they touched down? You got it! Sorrento's Italian Market here in Culver City! Now supposedly over the weekend they're going to make up for their surprise and lack of common courtesy by taking me to some nice restaurant apparently! I'll believe it when I see it. Settled on some hard salami and the sheer smell that emanates from the market. You've heard of or better yet even witnessed the smell that emanates from Pirates of the Caribbean? Well, Sorrento's market has its own unforgettable smell, and it usually winds up in a net gain of about 5 to 10 lb for your waistline. So other than some hard salami, I was sure to get the you know what out of here quickly! But do come by folks! Come from near and come from afar. My family just came from New Orleans (which happens to be the 1st city-yeah even before New York...that saw Sicilians specifically bring their great cuisine to this land) and the first thing they wanted was some hard salami from Sorrento's 2,000 miles away! Lol The spirit of Sorrento's market lives on through current owner Albert Vera Jr, who continues to do his father, mother, and the city of Culver City proud. It's not Culver City if there's not a Vera somewhere, somehow.

    Everyone who knows me knows I'm a big fan of hidden gems and no-frills places. I much prefer…read moresupporting small, mom-and-pop businesses over big chains. I'm an East Coast kid, raised north of Boston, with an Italian grandfather who blasted Sinatra and the Rat Pack from his Cadillac Eldorado. Homemade meatballs and chicken parmigiana were staples in our home, so I like to think I know Italian food, especially Italian subs. I love a good Italian sub with extra hots (red cherry pepper relish). I'm on a quest to find the best Italian sub in LA, so I've been trying out some of the classic spots. I finally made it to Sorrento Italian Market. The staff was friendly and helpful, directing me to the sub counter. A kind, middle-aged woman assisted me, explaining the menu had both hot and cold options. I was looking for an Italian sub, but the cold Italian Combination with mustard and mayo wasn't what I expected (we use "hots," a cherry pepper relish, on the East Coast). I was a bit confused, as she thought I was asking about a hot sub. They don't use hots here, which is understandable. Instead, I asked about popular hot subs and was recommended the meatball sub, which many online reviewers also praised. The meatballs were excessively salty, and I generally enjoy salty foods! They were also quite small, almost like cocktail meatballs. The texture also reminded me of canned Chef Boyardee meatballs. While the bread was a bit stale, it became more palatable after being soaked in the marinara sauce. I also wanted to try the pastries. Of course, I couldn't visit an Italian deli without trying a cannoli. I ordered the traditional, regular-sized one and was very disappointed. It tasted like pure sugar; I couldn't even taste the ricotta. It just tasted like frosting, and they overdid the powdered sugar.I nearly had a sugar rush, and I'm not even diabetic! It tasted almost like it was made from Costco. I also ordered bombolone, one with vanilla custard and one with Nutella filling. Unfortunately, they tasted a bit stale on the outside, and I didn't end up eating them. I hesitate to write a negative review for a mom-and-pop spot, but the food was unfortunately unsatisfactory on several levels. I'm not comfortable giving just one star because the staff was friendly and had good banter. I also really enjoy the atmosphere of this old-fashioned Italian deli, so I'm giving them two stars instead.

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    Burrata House - Bresaola sandwich

    Burrata House

    4.4(673 reviews)
    0.8 miPalms
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    Truly outstanding food. Surprisingly excellent ingredients, prepared, balanced, portioned and…read morepresented perfectly. It only has 3 small tables in front but the parking is very easy in their open-air lot. The burrata is genuinely amazing!

    It's been a while since I stopped into the Burrata House but it's been calling my cravings lately…read more So before leaving my nearby office, I popped onto Yelp! And used the Order on Line feature to place my order for pick up. I was feeling adventurous and veered from my usual Burrata Salad and ordered the Truffle Parma Burrata Sandwich (panino) and headed over for pick up. I remembered why I don't stop by as often as I'd like, the parking lot is awkward, despite the kind and attentive parking lot attendant. Squeezed into a compact spot that had an over sized truck next to me that made for maneuvering in and out of my compact vehicle a bit ridiculous. Walked in, picked up my sandwich and headed back to work to enjoy it. Now I'm in no way complaining, but this sandwich is exactly what it says it is, fresh ciabatta bread, fresh burrata cheese (yum), prosciutto, caramelized onions (perfection) and truffle cream sauce. Everything delicious but the truffle cream is pretty potent, be aware. Maybe they went a bit heavy on the Truffle Cream sauce but it was just too rich & potent for me today. (I ended up just scraping the burrata cheese off and eating that alone instead of the second half of the sandwich, and yes I'm a truffle fan). Will I be back, absolutely! Would I order this particular sandwich again, no. The Burrata House is pretty small, so just a small wall counter and bar stools inside to eat and a few tables outside to enjoy your meal.

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    Carasau

    Carasau

    4.3(714 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Vegan friendly
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    I had an absolutely wonderful experience at Carasau Restaurant and can't recommend it highly…read moreenough. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, elegant, and inviting -- the perfect blend of modern style and cozy comfort. The lighting, decor, and overall ambiance made it ideal for both a relaxed dinner and a special occasion. The food was truly outstanding. Every dish was beautifully presented and full of rich, authentic flavors. You can immediately tell that the ingredients are fresh and high quality. The pasta was perfectly cooked, the sauces were balanced and flavorful, and the seafood tasted incredibly fresh. Even the bread and appetizers were memorable -- simple, but prepared with real care and attention to detail. What really elevated the experience was the service. The staff were attentive, friendly, and genuinely passionate about the menu. They were happy to make recommendations and explain dishes without ever making us feel rushed. Everything arrived at just the right pace, allowing us to fully enjoy each course. Overall, Carasau Restaurant delivers not just a meal, but a complete dining experience. Exceptional food, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere make it a place I will definitely return to -- and happily recommend to friends and family.

    I really wanted to like this place! The stars are strictly for the food we ordered. I've been…read morelooking for a great cioppino ever since I was in Sicily. Sad to say, this was not it. The flavor of the soup was quite bland and the color was shallow, the seafood was a bit rubbery, so it may be frozen, not fresh. All of that would be fine except that the price point is quite suggestive of a more delicious meal. My partner ordered the chicken parmigiano and was also equally unimpressed, especially at this price point. The café is cute, with a comfortable outdoor seating area- heaters and foliage to control for any unwanted passerby attention. The service was friendly enough and they made suggestions and answered questions adequately. Also, if you're parking in their lot, make sure you pull straight up to the gate for it to open. We drove right past it because we thought the lot was closed as it is inaccurately marked Culver Studios parking. Perhaps other items on their menu are much tastier. We just wish we had a better experience.

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    Ethio Kitchen & Coffee - Meat combo - the stew was my favorite

    Ethio Kitchen & Coffee

    4.8(66 reviews)
    2.0 miWest Los Angeles

    We had a wonderful birthday dinner celebrating my wife at Ethio Kitchen. We are huge fans of…read moreEthiopian food. And the flavors here ar fresh, homey, and delicious. You can tell that every meal is made with love and intention. My personal favorite dish on our platter was the goat (shown in the middle of our plate). It was succulent, stewed to perfection, and so satisfying. A big and special shoutout to Tabi, the owner. She showed us so much love and hospitality. You can tell she cares deeply about providing an excellent meal, and making her customers feel loved and at home. Tabi is a gem. The spot itself is also charming and inviting. Bring your friends and family, and don't think twice about stopping to eat at Ethio Kitchen & Coffee!

    My office is down the block from Ethio and my staff and I have been utterly delighted to have this…read moregreat new restaurant as a neighbor. The food is so fresh and flavorful, and has a quality of authenticity and integrity that is wonderful to discover outside of LA's classic Ethiopian dining neighborhood on Fairfax. The owners and staff are gracious and clearly excited to be sharing their superb hospitality and cuisine with us all. The atmosphere at Ethio is pleasant and unassuming - clean and comfortable, and without the darkly decorative quality that some more time-tested LA Ethiopians might feature. Overally, I highly recommend this new and most welcome WLA treasure! Ethio deserves your visit and your support - you will be delighted.

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    The Original Farmers Market

    The Original Farmers Market

    4.2(1.6k reviews)
    4.1 miFairfax
    $$

    Obsessed. Stopped…read moreby here for a quick bite during the week and loved it! So many shops and a lot of variety to choose from/shop at. Since it was a week day, not crowded! That was the best. Stopped by a dog food shop to get the fur babies some treats, a smoothie place (delicious), a pickle spot where I bought the sliced pickles in a honey mustard pickle juice (obsessed with these!), empanadas (the best here) and a bakery where a friend got some cookies to go. I have to go back when I have more time to thoroughly explore and enjoy checking out all the shops. A must stop by when in the area! Just beware, it is crowded during the weekend!

    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

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    The Coop Pizza - 2 extra crispy cheese slices.

    The Coop Pizza

    4.4(969 reviews)
    0.5 miPalms
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    This place is such a hidden gem. It's a small mom and pop store, and serves such quality pizza at a…read morevery reasonable price! The crust isn't too thick, which is great, and the sauce, cheese, and flavors are cooked to perfection. They do accept credit card if you forget your cash. The service can be backed up since it's only the two of the owners (presumably) working (their phone is always ringing!!). So call ahead and plan accordingly. There's a small standing area if you want to enjoy a slice (when they have it) otherwise there is zero seating. Definitely will be back!

    I just wanted a slice of pizza. Not a whole pie. I'm slowly trying all of the highly rated pizza…read moreplaces in Los Angeles and being able to try a slice is a nice addition. This place has thin flavorful crust and even the last "end" piece of crust is good. I could easily eat the crust dipped into some olive oil and balsamic and call it a day. The cheese is fine. The pepperoni is fine as well. I did not care much for the sausage. The price was very good and the service was really friendly. Nice friendly old school neighborhood pizza place. This pizza is (so far) the best representation of NY style pizza I've found in the area. It's not trying to be a fancy wood fired, or artesian pizza. It's just a good "regular" slice, and it is good. They were all out of napkins but the owners helped find me some paper towels. I also asked to have ourselves cut in half which they helped with.

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    Taste Of The Nation Los Angeles - Welcome set up

    Taste Of The Nation Los Angeles

    4.9(7 reviews)
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    As a major foodie and one who LOVES events...this was INCREDIBLE. This was my first time going…read more(6/11/23) and I will be planning on experiencing future events. Los Angeles' Taste of the Nation returned to Culver City/Media Park for its 32nd year. I got to enjoy exceptional eats, curated drinks, entertainment, and more! It featured dozens of the LA area's top tastemakers and renowned chefs who support from across the country and lend their talents/passion to ending childhood hunger in America. I had the Admission + Preview Hour Ticket which allowed: -Ticketholders to enjoy unlimited tastes, sips, and fun with early entry starting at 12pm. So, 4 hours (12pm-4pm) -Unlimited bites from participating chefs and restaurants -Beverage Garden featuring alcoholic and non-alcoholic options -Interactive games and prize opportunities -Live entertainment Some of the booths for the 2023 event included: *Angelini Osteria *B Sweet *Beachside Restaurant & Bar *Camphor *Death & Co. *Dog Haus *Durango Cantina *Girl and the Goat *Guerrilla Tacos *Jitlada *Kali *Kinn *Maple Block Meat Co. *Ospi *Pizzana *Playa Provision *Poppy + Rose *Qusqo *Ronan *Salt Restaurant and Bar *Santuari *Socalo *Sugar Palm I was only able to try to try a few of the sets up as they were either showcasing an item that had a meat item I could not eat or by the time I wanted to try something, they were already out. Overall, I ate and drank a lot and loved every minute it!

    I attended this event for work (& play) on a Sunday for the first time yesterday and let me say,…read moreworking in the industry I've had the opportunity to attend many different types of events but this one is definitely one of my absolute favorites! Not only is this for a great cause, but the whole event is extremely well put together! The marketing team did a fantastic job by getting attendees to be interactive by posting a photo to donate! Bendors this year included: Beverages: baja brewing co. | bouchaine vineyards | casa magdalena rum | central coast group project | domaine de cala | eagle rock brewery | elijah craig whiskey | deep eddy vodka | fords gin | lord hobo brewing co. | macrostie winery & vineyards | palm bay international | singha beer | tequila partida | the bruery & bruery terreux Food: akasha alexander's steakhouse ar cucina baltaire bazaar by jose andres black market liquor bar border grill bourbon steak la cal mare cassell's hamburgers chichen itza restaurant craft la craig's vegan culver hotel dog haus eagle rock public house ellie's fiveofour hollywood hayden inn of the seventh ray jaffa jitlada original thai cuisine maple block meat co. mcconnell's fine ice creams ms chi cafe ocean prime preux&proper ray's & stark bar salazar salt & straw scopa italian roots south city fried chicken sweetfin poke the arbour the art institute of california - inland empire the upper west triple beam pizza union valerie confections I will most certainly be attending again!

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