Travel Comments, Reviews and Blogs » L.A. Restaurants http://soulofamerica.com/interact Share your comments with SoulOfAmerica travelers Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:55:46 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 Phillips Bar-B-Que Crenshaw http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/phillips-bar-b-que-crenshaw/ http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/phillips-bar-b-que-crenshaw/#comments Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:54:22 +0000 admin http://soulofamerica.com/interact/?p=2950
DESCRIPTION: small restaurant that's mostly take-out; has a sister restaurant in Leimert Park, but this is the best location
CUISINE: Barbeque
PRICING: under $15
ATTIRE: casual
TAKE-OUT: yes
TAKES RESERVATIONS: no
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sun 11a-9p
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
ADDRESS: 2619 Crenshaw Blvd
PARKING: lot on premises
PHONE: 323-731-4772


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]]> http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/phillips-bar-b-que-crenshaw/feed/ 0 Uncle Andre’s BBQ – Studio City http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/uncle-andres/ http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/uncle-andres/#comments Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:47:31 +0000 admin http://soulofamerica.com/interact/?p=2901
DESCRIPTION: restaurant + take-out
CUISINE: Soul Food & Barbeque
PRICING: under $12 for most menu items
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
ATTIRE: casual
TAKE-OUT: yes
TAKES RESERVATIONS: no
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sun 11a-9p
ADDRESS: 11715 Moorpark Street
PARKING: lot on premises
PHONE: 818-763-8414


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DESCRIPTION: a major party center and comedy station for urban trendsetters; also known for hosting large Laker fan parties; state of the art audio/visual equipment and large dance floor; fully staffed security is a nice plus; the club was formerly a Brazilian restaurant
CUISINE: Light fare
PRICING: $10-$15, though drinks can go much higher
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: yes
ATTIRE: business casual
TAKE-OUT: no
TAKES RESERVATIONS: yes, and a private entrance for VIPs
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Fri-Sun 5p-until
ADDRESS: 218 South La Brea Ave
PARKING: valet and on street
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 310-680-7600
WEBSITE: www.thesavoyentertainmentcenter.com


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]]> http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/savoy-entertainment-center/feed/ 0 A Cultural Affair Cafe http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/cultural-affair/ http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/cultural-affair/#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:56:05 +0000 admin http://soulofamerica.com/interact/?p=1466
DESCRIPTION: Coffeehouse & restaurant whose specialty is a memorable breakfast and lunch experience with fine service; the owners love of Black culture is tastefully imprinted throughout the establishment; everything on the reasonably priced menu is delicious; Fire and Police personnel on duty get a discount
CUISINE: American; Fine coffee, tea, home-made pastas, Veggie dishes, French Toast, gourmet salads, omelets, Belgian Waffles, sandwiches, soups and smoothies
PRICING: entrees under $15
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
ATTIRE: casual
TAKE-OUT: yes
TAKES RESERVATIONS: no
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Closed
ADDRESS: 1330 North La Brea Ave
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE:
WEBSITE:


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DESCRIPTION: bakery; a no-frills Take-out bakery that has built a loyal fan base over many years
CUISINE: Desserts
PRICING: size dependant $10-$20, with fancy wedding cakes higher
CREDIT CARDS: no
COVER CHARGE: no
ATTIRE: casual
TAKE-OUT: yes
TAKES RESERVATIONS: no
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 11a-8p
ADDRESS: 1515 Centinela Avenue
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: none
PHONE: 310-419-2259
WEBSITE: none


Harriet's Cheesecakes Map and Driving Directions

 
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]]> http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/harriets-cheesecakes/feed/ 0 Aunt Kizzy’s Back Porch http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/aunt-kizzys/ http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/aunt-kizzys/#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:45:26 +0000 admin http://soulofamerica.com/interact/?p=1453
DESCRIPTION: restaurant; with large servings leave your diet at the door; Happy Birthday singing is frequent by the cheerful and attentive staff; in 2009, Aunt Kizzy's moved into this smaller restaurant
CUISINE: Soul Food
PRICING: $10-$20
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
ATTIRE: casual
TAKE-OUT: yes
TAKES RESERVATIONS: yes
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Sun-Thu 11a-9p, Fri-Sat 11a-10p
ADDRESS: 523 Washington Blvd, 2nd floor
PARKING: parking lot in back
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 310-578-1005
WEBSITE: www.auntkizzys.com


Aunt Kizzy's Map and Driving Directions

 
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]]> http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/aunt-kizzys/feed/ 0 Magic Johnson’s Starbucks Coffee http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/magic-johnsons-starbucks/ http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/magic-johnsons-starbucks/#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:39:00 +0000 admin http://soulofamerica.com/interact/?p=1447
DESCRIPTION: cafe; drink lattes with fellow chess players, business folk, jogging moms, power lunches, after work meetings, and poets - everybody has a good time
CUISINE: Coffee and desserts
PRICING: under $10
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
ATTIRE: casual
TAKE-OUT: yes
TAKES RESERVATIONS: no
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: yes
DAYS & HOURS: daily 5:30a-2a
ADDRESS: 5301 West Centinela Blvd
PARKING: free parking lot on premises
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 310-338-1297
WEBSITE: none


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Magic Johnson's Starbucks Coffee Map and Driving Directions

 
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]]> http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/magic-johnsons-starbucks/feed/ 0 Café Brasil http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/cafe-brasil/ http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/cafe-brasil/#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:31:47 +0000 admin http://soulofamerica.com/interact/?p=1442
DESCRIPTION: restaurant; features a tropical Brazilian beachfront atmosphere, even though it sits next to a busy boulevard
CUISINE: Brazilan
PRICING: entrees $10-$20
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
ATTIRE: casual
TAKE-OUT: yes
TAKES RESERVATIONS: no
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Daily 11a-10p
ADDRESS: 10831 Venice Blvd
PARKING: valet on weekend nights; self park on street and in back
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 310-837-8957
WEBSITE: www.cafe-brasil.com


Café Brasil Map and Driving Directions

 
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DESCRIPTION: Located on Ethiopian Row, this nicely appointed restaurant features live Ethiopian music every Friday and Saturday night, a small stage and dance floor and a street-side patio that fills up on weekend nights
CUISINE: Ethiopian & Vegetarian; try the doro wot (spicy chicken stew), lamb stew, shrimp, and other dishes that can be scooped up with injera pancake-like bread; the imported coffees and teas are a treat
PRICING: under $15
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: $10 on Friday and Saturday nights
ATTIRE: casual
TAKE-OUT: no
TAKES RESERVATIONS: yes
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: no
DAYS & HOURS: daily 11a-2a
ADDRESS: 1044 South Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 323-936-2486
WEBSITE: www.rosalindsrestaurant.com


Rosalind's Ethiopian Map and Driving Directions

 
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]]> http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/rosalinds-ethiopian/feed/ 0 Bamboo Restaurant http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/bamboo-restaurant/ http://soulofamerica.com/interact/us-cities/los-angeles/la-restaurants/bamboo-restaurant/#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:25:14 +0000 admin http://soulofamerica.com/interact/?p=1434
DESCRIPTION: restaurant; with owners from the Caribbean, its no surprise to find an authenic island atmosphere
CUISINE: Caribbean
PRICING: entrees under $15
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
ATTIRE: casual
TAKE-OUT: yes
TAKES RESERVATIONS: no
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Daily 11a-11p
ADDRESS: 10835 Venice Blvd
PARKING: valet on weekend nights; self park on street and in back
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 310-287-0668
WEBSITE: www.bamboorestaurant.net


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