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Are you learning how to surf? Do you want to rent a board and a wetsuit? Go for it. It's aight to do it at Islands. Are you shopping for a good deal on a board? Are you looking to not overpay on...
Are you learning how to surf? Do you want to rent a board and a wetsuit? Go for it. It's aight to do it at Islands. Are you shopping for a good deal on a board? Are you looking to not overpay on that new wetsuit you've been eyeing? Um, go elsewhere. This shop is small, has limited selection, higher than average prices and does not cater to the diverse array of needs for a real surfer. Sure, I'll hit up Islands for wax and check out the discount bin, but for anything else, I go to the big shop on Main St. (I won't bring up the direct competitor to Islands nor name it in this review, as that'd be classless -- ZJ Boarding House). Islands, historically, has been invariably out of stock with my particular needs -- I totally understand tho' -- with high rental prices and low margins due to limited negotiating power, it doesn't surprise me. However, Islands manages to eke out a living due to the Yuppies who roll up in their Audis and are willing to spend the big bucks on their aspirational recreational activities.
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Don't get fooled by those other "Peruvian" joints -- they all pale in comparison to Mario's. Mario's is the absolute, hands down best Peruvian food in Los Angeles. If you disagree, I challenge...
Don't get fooled by those other "Peruvian" joints -- they all pale in comparison to Mario's. Mario's is the absolute, hands down best Peruvian food in Los Angeles. If you disagree, I challenge you to eat at Mario's (and no, yo no soy Mario). Mario's Peruvian is run by a Japanese fella (yes, Japanese) who's family roots run several generations deep in Peru. A few years ago, when you would walk into the place, you'd see only Latin Americans -- now, the rest of the Angelenos are wisening up and based on its word of mouth popularity, Mario's is fielding a diverse field of hungry customers. The absolute BOMB dish is the Pescado de Mariscos -- a savory, tantalizing stir-fry of various seafood including shrimp and squid mixed with french fries (yes, you ignorant non-Peruvian food eater, french fries! -- that diatribe was directed specifically to all my white readers from orange county). This is served alongside a scoop of rice and is prepared for you by Mario's capable crew of cooks and served by their rather slow waitresses. One can't forget their savory "guacamole" that is spicy hot and is absolute heaven on the tastebuds when dripping off a hot bread roll.
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If you're looking for fine fusion cuisine at a reasonable price and at a spot that is not egregiously trendy and fake, then the Sawtelle Kitchen is for you. Housed in an art decco single story...
If you're looking for fine fusion cuisine at a reasonable price and at a spot that is not egregiously trendy and fake, then the Sawtelle Kitchen is for you. Housed in an art decco single story converted house, the Sawtelle Kitchen serves delicious Japanese-European fusion cuisine. It's tucked away from the hustle and bustle of West LA on the short strip of Sawtelle Blvd that is affectionately referred to as Little, Little Tokyo. Admist a sea of small mom and pop owned Japanese stores and eateries, Sawtelle Kitchen stands out as a nice romantic dinner date spot -- especially if you can get seated in its outdoor patio. Top appetizers include the yams and mayo as well as the eggplant. Main entrees include the absolutely to die for meatloaf and lambshank. Dessert is stil great, although not as exploratory and daring. Don't forget to sample their tea selection at the end of your meal!
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