I'm going, going, back, back to Cali, Cali.

KnicksManiac · Post #1 » by **KnicksManiac** » Sun Jun 1, 2008 7:20 pm

Hey guys. I'm a New Yorker and I need a break to go out and experience some west cost life later this month. I've been to California a bunch of times but the last time I was there was five years ago back when I was 14. My friends and I decided to drop a little cash since we're about to finish our sophomore year of college. I will be in the LA area for four days and three nights and I wanted to know if you have any advice.

I'll be staying at a place in West Hollywood right on the Sunset Strip. Right now, the only plans we have are to go to the Price is Right a couple of times and we also want to spend a night at Universal Studios / City Walk. Since my hotel is only a couple of blocks away from the Walk of Fame and the Chinese Theater, we'll probably check those out too. We are also probably going to go to a Dodgers game the day we arrive but other than that, any ideas? I am 19 (even though my ID might say otherwise ) so it will probably tough to get into most bars/clubs but getting trashed without spending too much money would be nice.

Unfortunately, the Lakers/Celtics series will definitely be over by the time I get there. Anyway, I'd appreciate any help or advice you guys are willing to give. Thanks.

JJ LoDuca · Post #2 » by **JJ LoDuca** » Sun Jun 1, 2008 10:29 pm

Club Avalon in West Hollywood hosts Kingdom Fridays for the 18+ crowd...the club is huge and the DJ is off the hook. There's a ton of good food around so check out a lot of different style restaurants. If you're lookin for a simple sandwich hit up Philippe's in downtown-- its my favorite place in LA besides Roscoe's. If you're into music, there's a ton of indie bands and underground rap artists playing shows all over the place. And of course...hit the beach.

ClipperDomination · Post #3 » by **ClipperDomination** » Mon Jun 2, 2008 2:13 am

Going to In 'N Out is not an option. It's a demand.

Also, the 3rd Street Promenade (in Santa Monica) and Rodeo Drive are good night-life places where a lot of shops and restaurants are crowded.

The best theme park without a doubt is Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia.

There are plenty of Underground Hip Hop/Raggae/Indie concerts in Hollywood.

I don't know anything about the best sports bars in LA though, sorry about that. I know that there's a crowded sports bar in the San Fernando Valley called "Soups" that I always hear good reviews from people. Maybe check that out.

Hope this helps.

KnicksManiac · Post #4 » by **KnicksManiac** » Mon Jun 2, 2008 3:06 am

Thanks guys. I appreciate the help so far.

CD- I actually have been to In-N-Out in the past and believe it or not, I actually thought it was a bit overrated :shock: .

JJ LoDuca · Post #5 » by **JJ LoDuca** » Mon Jun 2, 2008 5:54 am

KnicksManiac wrote:I actually have been to In-N-Out in the past and believe it or not, I actually thought it was a bit overrated :shock: .

East coast bias. :nonono:

It's a damn shame.

madmaxmedia · Post #6 » by **madmaxmedia** » Mon Jun 2, 2008 5:54 pm

Then go to Tommy's!

ClipperDomination · Post #7 » by **ClipperDomination** » Mon Jun 2, 2008 11:37 pm

In 'N Out > God

That is all.

Post #8 » by **thanumba2clippersfan** » Wed Jun 4, 2008 8:24 pm

I don't see how you can say that In-N-Out is overrated. My idea that I give to people that come out here is the beach.

Are you guys going to have a rental car or what? Things in LA are spread out so it would be a good idea to get one.