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Brian's Saved Places
El Cholo Restaurant is one of Brian's Saved Places.

1. El Cholo Restaurant

8.5
1121 S Western Ave (at W 11th St), Los Angeles, CA
Mexican Restaurant · 67 tips and reviews
Sweet Butter Kitchen is one of Brian's Saved Places.

2. Sweet Butter Kitchen

8.6
13824 Ventura Blvd (at Matailija Ave), Sherman Oaks, CA
Breakfast Spot · 58 tips and reviews
Comfort Suites is one of Brian's Saved Places.

3. Comfort Suites

2480 Bushwood Dr, Elgin, IL
Motel · Northwest Elgin · 1 tip
Pace Restaurant is one of Brian's Saved Places.

4. Pace Restaurant

8.5
2100 Laurel Canyon Blvd (at Kirkwood Dr), West Hollywood, CA
Italian Restaurant · 50 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Pace is a great Italian restaurant that is humble and romantic tucked away in Laurel Canyon. - Mikey

The Actors' Gang is one of Brian's Saved Places.

5. The Actors' Gang

8.2
9070 Venice Blvd (Culver Blvd), Culver City, CA
Theater · 10 tips and reviews

IFCIFC: LA: Tim Robbin's legendary cutting-edge theater company and one of LA's most enduring not-for-profit theater arts organizations makes it's home in a converted cable car station. -IFC Staff Read more.

north shore cafe is one of Brian's Saved Places.

6. north shore cafe

7.6
39226 North Shore Dr., Fawnskin, CA
Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Dan M.Dan Milano: Skip the tourist traps across the lake and come here for a delicious burger and some very unique chocolate cake that will leave your lips smackin. No choco cake? Brûlée is popular.

Saucy Mama's is one of Brian's Saved Places.

7. Saucy Mama's

8.2
618 Pine Knot Ave #B, Big Bear Lake, CA
Pizzeria · 19 tips and reviews

Kyle R.Kyle Reimer: I come here whenever I'm in Big Bear. Get the calzone and stuff it with what you like. I go with pepperoni, artichoke, and jalapeño, simply amazing!

The Village Idiot is one of Brian's Saved Places.

8. The Village Idiot

8.0
7383 Melrose Ave (at Martel Ave.), Los Angeles, CA
Gastropub · Mid-City West · 131 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Locals flock here to share a few pints with their mates & dine on classic pub fare, from fish’n’chips to mussels. The nights are packed, making for a lively atmosphere. So grab a barstool & have fun. Read more.

Northside Bar & Grill is one of Brian's Saved Places.

9. Northside Bar & Grill

1635 N Damen Ave (btwn Wabansia Ave & North Ave), Chicago, IL
Bar · Bucktown · 62 tips and reviews

NorthsideBar M.NorthsideBar Managers: Hey Make sure that you mark your calendars for our 20th Anniversary Party Sept 16th 9pm til Close!

Polo Lounge is one of Brian's Saved Places.

10. Polo Lounge

9.0
9641 Sunset Blvd (at Beverly Hills Hotel), Beverly Hills, CA
Hotel Bar · 96 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: It's venerable, ancient & it serves prickly pear margaritas (check out their exhaustive list of speciality cocktails for variations and alternatives). Read more.

Laugh Factory is one of Brian's Saved Places.

11. Laugh Factory

8.9
8001 W Sunset Blvd (at N Laurel Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Comedy Club · 49 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Since 1979, the Laugh Factory has been showcasing the biggest comedic talent. Check it out for a good laugh. Read more.

Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre is one of Brian's Saved Places.

12. Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

8.9
5919 Franklin Ave (at Bronson Ave.), Los Angeles, CA
Comedy Club · Los Feliz · 91 tips and reviews

IFCIFC: LA: The UCB showcases sketch comedy at its best. Pay a $5 cover for access to comedy's future stars! -IFC Staff

Hop Louie is one of Brian's Saved Places.

13. Hop Louie

950 Mei Ling Way (Old Chinatown), Los Angeles, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Chinatown · 21 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: A jukebox full of classic tunes, from standards to rock anthems; a skilled bartender with stories to tell; elderly barflies who really look like they’ve lived; & reasonably priced drinks. Need more?

The Tower Bar is one of Brian's Saved Places.

14. The Tower Bar

9.0
8358 W Sunset Blvd (at Kings Rd), Los Angeles, CA
Bar · 19 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Great crowd, beautiful room, very romantic. -Merle Ginsberg, Launch My Line

Antonio's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant is one of Brian's Saved Places.

15. Antonio's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant

8.6
13619 Ventura Blvd (Woodman Ave.), Sherman Oaks, CA
Italian Restaurant · 18 tips and reviews

FiftyonepercentFiftyonepercent: best pizza in LA- don't even try to argue with me about it

Tangier Korean BBQ of Tokyo is one of Brian's Saved Places.

16. Tangier Korean BBQ of Tokyo

2138 Hillhurst Ave (at Los Feliz Blvd.), Los Angeles, CA
Korean Restaurant · Los Feliz · 17 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: As a Korean BBQ spot, Tangier has actually exceeded everyone’s expectations. The meat is incredible, period. Gather your hungry pals and make a night of it. Read more.

The Hollywood Bowl is one of Brian's Saved Places.

17. The Hollywood Bowl

9.3
2301 N Highland Ave (at Hollywood Bowl Rd), Los Angeles, CA
Music Venue · 446 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: June 12 & 13 the 32nd Annual Playboy Jazz Festival is on, so gather your pals and gals, bring your fancy wine and cheese, and revel in your youth. Just keep an eye out for bunnies. Read more.

BOA Steakhouse is one of Brian's Saved Places.

18. BOA Steakhouse

9.0
9200 W Sunset Blvd (at Cory Ave), West Hollywood, CA
Steakhouse · 138 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Nothing says swanky brunch more than Bloody Marys & mimosas mixed right at your table. This is what you can look forward to on the Sunday brunch menu, as well, berry french toast & lobster ravioli. Read more.

Spot 5750 is one of Brian's Saved Places.

19. Spot 5750

5.8
5750 Hollywood Blvd (btwn Wilton Pl & U.S. 101), California
Night Club · 12 tips and reviews
The Roxy is one of Brian's Saved Places.

20. The Roxy

9.2
9009 W Sunset Blvd (at Hammond St), West Hollywood, CA
Rock Club · 80 tips and reviews

Nic A.Nic Adler: If you check-in on Foursquare at The Roxy. We will hook you up with VIP. Ask for Manager and show them your check-in. Have a great time! Read more.

Moonshadows is one of Brian's Saved Places.

21. Moonshadows

8.8
20356 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA
New American Restaurant · Eastern Malibu · 131 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: The mood at this sundeck stop Fridays & Saturdays is just right with its view of the ocean & plenty of beautiful faces to take in over Tiki Bar libations while DJs spin nice, laid-back electronic. Read more.

Original Tommy's Hamburgers is one of Brian's Saved Places.

22. Original Tommy's Hamburgers

6.5
5873 Hollywood Blvd (at N Bronson Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Burger Joint · 25 tips and reviews
Blu Jam Café is one of Brian's Saved Places.

23. Blu Jam Café

8.8
7371 Melrose Ave (at N Martel Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Café · Mid-City West · 332 tips and reviews
Reno Room is one of Brian's Saved Places.

24. Reno Room

7.8
3400 E Broadway (Redondo), Los Angeles, CA
Dive Bar · 16 tips and reviews
1739 Public House is one of Brian's Saved Places.

25. 1739 Public House

5.7
1739 N Vermont Ave (at Kingswell Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Gastropub · Los Feliz · 81 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Well, it managed to pass the one-year mark with no sign of closing and we have to admit, during playoff season, it’s a pretty sweet deal to get free pizza during happy hour with any drink. Read more.

Little Dom's is one of Brian's Saved Places.

26. Little Dom's

8.9
2128 Hillhurst Ave (at Avocado St), Los Angeles, CA
Italian Restaurant · Los Feliz · 176 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: The food and atmosphere are great. We at the A.List especially appreciate the tasty three-course Monday Night Supper for just $15, and the $3 Peronis. Read more.