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Domestiques
= Cult of Ray =
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 09/16/2005 : 07:10:52
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I am off next week to Las Vegas for a friends wedding, that time is almost all taken then we have two days in LA, Santa Monica to be exact. Can anyone suggest great places to go, great things to do, top record shops, great places, anything really to keep me out of a bar for two days. Although a recommendation of a bar would be fine also. LA and the surrounding area. Thanks.
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floop
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 09:24:19
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hey, what's wrong with drinkin' in LA?
well, 2 days isn't much time. if you're staying in Santa Monica you really ought to just go down to the beach and chill out. after your Vegas adventure it'll be good to unwind.
are you going to have a car?
the best record shop in LA, and possibly the world, is Amoeba Music in Hollywood. worth checking out.. http://www.amoebamusic.com could be dangerous to your bank account. next to Amoeba is Archlight Cinemas, the best movie theatre in the world (even though it's owned by scientologists [maybe you'll see Beck there]).. http://www.arclightcinemas.com/
not far from Santa Monica is the Getty Museum. which is a beautiful building on top of a hill overlooking Los Angeles. worth going for just for the view. http://www.getty.edu/ plus, museums are a good place to meet international women
i could tell you about my top secret hike but i'd have to kill you. (no, if you're interested, email me. it's seeeeeecret)..
as someone who drinks plentifully in LA i can recommend a zillion bars, but it sounds like you're trying to avoid that. if you're interested in having the best hamburger you'll ever have in your life, there's a place in Santa Monica called Father's Office, http://www.fathersoffice.com/ . finding a table is a bitch so get there early. they also have an excellent beer selection
My favorite bar on the West Side is called Liquid Kitty, more in West LA. it's kind of a dive, but the music is excellent and the bartenders are cool.. http://www.thekitty.com/
hope you enjoy your trip. stay off the 405 freeway. speed up when merging on an onramp. don't ask anyone where you can "get some fags"..
may the force be with you |
Edited by - floop on 09/16/2005 09:35:31 |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 09:56:45
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How can he visit the Getty and avoid the 405? Or do you mean the old one in Malibu?
What about good Mexican? All I know is Poquito Mas.
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
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floop
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 11:28:25
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well, you could just take Sunset up to Sepulveda. it's a nicer drive too. but since the Getty is only a few exits from the 10 that would be acceptable. nonetheless, 405: try to stay away..
also, Domestiques, whatever you do don't go to tourist trap Universal City Walk.. unless you're into that sort of thing.
take in mind you've only got 2 days, you don't want to spend too much of it sitting on the freeway
most of the best Mexican is on the East Side or Downtown. in Santa Monica, Border Grill is good. but a bit overpriced. http://www.bordergrill.com/ Casablanca Restaurant in Venice is very good..
my recent favorite is a place called Casita Del Campo in Silverlake.
also, you can check here if there are any shows you'll be interested in
http://www.ambitious-outsiders.com/aotours.html
i will only be asking a small fee for my services |
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Fartbone
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 11:42:58
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Getty Center is free so that's a plus. West LA is pretty safe and sane but If you want some culture I would attempt to venture into downtown. Maybe get a bite at Olvera Street or Go to Coles Buffet on 6th street http://www.colespebuffet.com/. There's a nice array of people at Coles and they have a good bar that serves Chimay. Just keep in mind L.A. isn't all pretty like the West Side, there's a lot more out there.
not shooting you down floop at all. I like the Restuarants of West LA, there's like maybe a million good ones to choose from.
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Domestiques
= Cult of Ray =
United Kingdom
503 Posts |
Posted - 09/16/2005 : 12:08:25
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I see nothing wrong with drinking in LA. And we will be using public transport, aparantly the jewellry quarter of compton is a joy to behold????
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kathryn
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 12:18:35
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Just drive up the 1 to Santa Barbara. So much better than LA.
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
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floop
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Mexico
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 12:52:21
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Originally posted by kathryn
Just drive up the 1 to Santa Barbara. So much better than LA.
Santa Barbara is very beautiful, but there isn't a lot going on up there. other than rich white shopping..
it's great to visit though. and some excellent mexican food |
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Fartbone
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 12:55:22
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"rich white shopping"
ha
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kathryn
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 12:56:33
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Oh you Angelenos, always bashing us Barbarians.
Don't listen to them, Domestiques.
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
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HeywoodJablome
* Dog in the Sand *
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 13:06:51
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| If your into seeing a film or two check out the New Beverly Cinema which shows all kinds of great movies that you thought you'd never see in a theater again. |
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 13:08:02
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Originally posted by Fartbone
Getty Center is free so that's a plus. West LA is pretty safe and sane but If you want some culture I would attempt to venture into downtown. Maybe get a bite at Olvera Street or Go to Coles Buffet on 6th street http://www.colespebuffet.com/. There's a nice array of people at Coles and they have a good bar that serves Chimay. Just keep in mind L.A. isn't all pretty like the West Side, there's a lot more out there.
not shooting you down floop at all. I like the Restuarants of West LA, there's like maybe a million good ones to choose from.
Horale Putos
farddawg,
no offense taken. i agree with you. i have an ongoing East Side / West Side debate going with myself all the time. i'm always debating moving out that way, because i like it better in some ways, and my girlfriend lives there, but then the beach and the perfect weather keep me here. and i like where i live in Venice.. i like different things about different parts of LA
domestiques,
if you're relying on public transpo i recommend sticking in the Santa Monica area. Santa Monica has the best public transportation for LA, within the city of SM.. but if you're thinking of venturing much further out, it could be a nighmare..
i remember meeting this British couple who were just about to take a bus from Santa Monica to Universal City Walk, and i felt deeply sorry for them. not only is Universal City walk a stupid tourist trap, but it probalby took them 2 hours to get there by bus.
where are you staying in SM?
other bars:
next to Liquid Kitty is The Arsenal http://www.arsenalbar.com/ which is a cool bar, and a good place to meet UCLA students. the music is so so..
further down in Santa Monica is Circle Bar http://www.thecirclebar.com/ which actually kind of sucks, but is a good place to go if you just want to see really hot women..
near the Promenade is Toppers http://la.com/dining/mexicansouthwestlatinamerican/toppers/7860 which is a bar at the top of a hotel. it's not "cool" or anything, but has a great view and good margaritas.
if you're missing your countryfolk you can go to Ye Olde Kingshead, which is where all the British hang out http://www.yeoldekingshead.com/newsite/home.htm , also in Santa Monica
East side i'd recommend the Dresden http://la.com/nightlife/barspubslounges/dresdenroom/18796 and Good Luck Bar http://la.com/nightlife/barspubslounges/goodluckbar/396
Downtown: Golden Gopher http://la.com/nightlife/barspubslounges/goldengopher/31320
Chinatown: Mountain Bar http://la.com/nightlife/barspubslounges/mountainbar/88
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floop
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 13:09:10
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Originally posted by Fartbone
"rich white shopping"
ha
Horale Putos
i meant to say rich white people shopping, but you get the idea |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 13:18:31
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I have seen rich non-white people shop on State Street, people such as Oprah Winfrey.
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
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Domestiques
= Cult of Ray =
United Kingdom
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 13:30:36
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we are stopping at the gateway, my wife always wanted to go to santa monica as it was the final home of her hero, christopher isherwood and so I booked us in a hotel there for a few days.
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TarTar
* Dog in the Sand *
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Posted - 09/16/2005 : 21:29:41
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Bran Van 3000 is one of the best bands ever!
Let 'em riot. We're Sonic-fuckin'-Death Monkey. |
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Domestiques
= Cult of Ray =
United Kingdom
503 Posts |
Posted - 09/16/2005 : 22:41:54
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Thanks for all the advice, it is appreciated, particularly that record shop, it should be fun, and thanks for not suggesting the ultra touristy places.
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Surfer Rosa
> Teenager of the Year <
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Posted - 09/17/2005 : 00:56:49
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quote:
Originally posted by floop
the best record shop in LA, and possibly the world, is Amoeba Music in Hollywood. worth checking out.. http://www.amoebamusic.com could be dangerous to your bank account.
Truly unbelievable and very much worth the trip. I needed to make multiple visits and the staff *swoons* are both incredibly helpful and have unbelievable music knowledge. The used section is both extensive and cheap (especially in comparrison anything I've seen in the the UK)
I'd also recommend eating at RAW (609 Broadway (Sixth St.)
Santa Monica) it's good food (all vegan - nothing cooked, but don't let that put you off - it really does taste great & that's coming from a carnivore) but also an experience unlike any other you'll probably ever have.
Fire made it good. |
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HeywoodJablome
* Dog in the Sand *
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Posted - 09/17/2005 : 09:06:11
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[I'd also recommend eating at RAW (609 Broadway (Sixth St.)
Santa Monica) it's good food (all vegan - nothing cooked, but don't let that put you off - it really does taste great & that's coming from a carnivore) but also an experience unlike any other you'll probably ever have.
Fire made it good.
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A friend of mine made the same suggestion. When we got there we saw Lenny Kravitz and his entourage inside. We ran. |
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Surfer Rosa
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Posted - 09/17/2005 : 09:08:26
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Heywood - you love the Fantomas and the Raw?
Fire made it good. |
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HeywoodJablome
* Dog in the Sand *
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Posted - 09/17/2005 : 09:16:10
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| Sorry let me clarify, we ran FAR AWAY, like in the Flock of Seagulls song. Hopefully if I go back it'll be sans the marginally talented super stars. |
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Surfer Rosa
> Teenager of the Year <
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Posted - 09/17/2005 : 09:21:59
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Originally posted by HeywoodJablome
Sorry let me clarify, we ran FAR AWAY, like in the Flock of Seagulls song. Hopefully if I go back it'll be sans the marginally talented super stars.
Ah apologies - saw your answer before the edit.
Go back - I managed to eat there for a week without noticing any celebs - it was bliss.
Fire made it good. |
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HeywoodJablome
* Dog in the Sand *
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Posted - 09/17/2005 : 09:56:03
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| I'm not a veg either but since some close friends of mine are I've come to appreciate good veggie fare. Why couldn't it have been a cool celeb, like Tom Jones? |
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Domestiques
= Cult of Ray =
United Kingdom
503 Posts |
Posted - 03/07/2006 : 05:22:50
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A little bit of a bump on this one, you were all so helpful and it truly was the best place and best time we ever had on any holiday, talking about pixies to a guy that worked in a toyshop, and just really truly enjoying ourselves. So much so we are going back in July for a bit longer and to take in the warped tour, so I need your advice guys. Is it possible to walk to the Dodgers Stadium from the china town metro station? Is it far? is it safe?
Finally any other things to see and do in SM or LA, always appreciated.
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Fartbone
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Posted - 03/07/2006 : 06:34:10
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yes you can walk their but it's all uphill. Go to Olvera St. Descanso Gardens. The Arburtium.
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floop
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Posted - 03/07/2006 : 11:40:55
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| go to Yang Chow in Chinatown, order the slippery shrimp. |
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Newo
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Posted - 03/07/2006 : 11:49:26
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St. Descanso? Now there´s a Spanish saint if ever I heard one.
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Domestiques
= Cult of Ray =
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Posted - 03/08/2006 : 03:08:29
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cheers fartbone, I take it is reasonably safe then, how long would it take to walk it?
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Fartbone
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Posted - 03/08/2006 : 07:13:38
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Originally posted by floop
go to Yang Chow in Chinatown, order the slippery shrimp.
Man, do I know you?! Yang Chow is so good. The slippery shrimp is the main reason I go there when in the neiborhood. If you walk out and cross the street, there is a seafood store that sells large prawns at the lowest prices I've ever seen. It's my non asian secret.
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Fartbone
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Posted - 03/08/2006 : 07:17:36
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quote:
Originally posted by Domestiques
cheers fartbone, I take it is reasonably safe then, how long would it take to walk it?
As safe as it CAN be in that area. If I wanted to I guess I wouldn't be afraid of the area but that's just me. Plus my mean face and tattoos help me out a bunch. I would guess it would be a half hour walk? Maybe more since it's uphill. Just try to make your way to Elysian Park Ave and walk straight on up.
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
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Posted - 03/08/2006 : 07:40:51
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Originally posted by Fartbone
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Originally posted by Domestiques
cheers fartbone, I take it is reasonably safe then, how long would it take to walk it?
As safe as it CAN be in that area. If I wanted to I guess I wouldn't be afraid of the area but that's just me. Plus my mean face and tattoos help me out a bunch. I would guess it would be a half hour walk? Maybe more since it's uphill. Just try to make your way to Elysian Park Ave and walk straight on up.
Horale Cabrones
i don't know how to break this to you Fartbone, but i'm your doppleganger.
yeah, Yang Chow is probably the best Chinese food i've ever had. and the slippery shrimp is insane. i thought it was my little secret (told to me by an old Jewish man). maybe you're my doppelganger |
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Fartbone
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Posted - 03/08/2006 : 07:46:03
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Originally posted by floop
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Originally posted by Fartbone
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Originally posted by Domestiques
cheers fartbone, I take it is reasonably safe then, how long would it take to walk it?
As safe as it CAN be in that area. If I wanted to I guess I wouldn't be afraid of the area but that's just me. Plus my mean face and tattoos help me out a bunch. I would guess it would be a half hour walk? Maybe more since it's uphill. Just try to make your way to Elysian Park Ave and walk straight on up.
Horale Cabrones
i don't know how to break this to you Fartbone, but i'm your doppleganger.
yeah, Yang Chow is probably the best Chinese food i've ever had. and the slippery shrimp is insane. i thought it was my little secret (told to me by an old Jewish man). maybe you're my doppelganger
but i'm the better looking one
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floop
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Posted - 03/13/2006 : 07:49:25
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| went to Chinatown yesterday for some dim sum. love me some dim sum |
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Fartbone
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Posted - 03/13/2006 : 07:56:48
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I went to the mercado on First St. Had REAL churros and homemade pineapple water. The closest thing to Mexico in Los Angeles.
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