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1. Three Apples Hello Kitty Exhibit

Royal/T - 8910 Washington Blvd. - Culver City

Celebrate 35 years of Hello Kitty with whimsical representations from artists like Gary Baseman, Ron English and Buff Monster

2. Venice Bistro

323 Ocean Front Walk - Venice

Like most of the restaurants along the Venice boardwalk, the Venice Bistro doesn't serve the best food or boast the best selection of beers and wine. That doesn't matter much when you can watch the sun set on the ocean while nursing a tall, glistening glass of Hefeweizen and work on your tan at the...

3. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

5979 W. 3rd St. - Los Angeles (Park La Brea)

The options at The Coffee Bean Tea Leaf are pretty darn addictive—from exotic coffee blends and Swedish Berry iced tea to Ice Blended mochas and low-fat pastries that are actually good. What sets them apart from that coffee chain on the other corner is that they offer a large assortment of teas,...

4. Cameo Bar happy hour

Cameo Bar - 1819 Ocean Ave. - Santa Monica

Bar at the Viceroy slashes prices

5. 3rd Street Comedy at Promendade Playhouse

The Promenade Playhouse - 1404 3rd Street Promenade - Santa Monica

You're in Santa Monica, it's a balmy night, and everything is just a little too calm. Rile up the night with comics from HBO to Comedy Central —regulars of the weekly Promendae Playhouse comedy.Fridays 9 p.m.Saturdays 8 p.m. 10 p.m.

6. First Fridays on Abbot Kinney 4

Abbot Kinney Boulevard - Venice

Throwing its arms wide and giving you a warm embrace

7. Wonderland Nightclub

1835 N. Cahuenga Blvd - Hollywood (Hollywood)

Mushrooms not included

8. Downtown happy hour guide

Compiled by Jane Pham, Special to Metromix - June 25, 2008

Eight cheap ways to unwind after work including martinis and massages

9. Bar Pintxo Happy Hour

Bar Pintxo - 109 Santa Monica Blvd. - Santa Monica

6 tapas for $6

10. Allston Yacht Club

By Jessica Gelt - July 7, 2009

Amid the swell of clubs along Sunset in Echo Park, there's a place that's civilized and ship-shape

11. Comedy is Dead

Hollywood Forever Cemetery - 6000 Santa Monica Blvd - Los Angeles (Hollywood)

The story goes that Duncan Trussell, a delightfully deranged L.A. comedian, proclaimed comedy to be dead after watching an episode of Last Comic Standing. Doing his best to resurrect intelligent wit, he started a monthly evening of stand-up for those with discerning palates. Shuffle through a field...

12. Villa

8623 Melrose Ave. - West Hollywood (Melrose Heights)

Located in the spot that used to house Monroe's, Villa has been transformed to look like a mansion in the Hollywood Hills. There's a libraryreal books and all!and a "bed" that transforms into a stage, not to mention busts (and butts!) of animals hanging on the walls. Just like a house party,...

13. Spotlight on: Copa d'Oro

By Charlie Amter - February 9, 2009

New Santa Monica bar goes for the gold

14. Tanino

1043 Westwood Blvd. - Westwood (Westwood Village)

In a space that feels more like an Italian palace than a restaurant, Tanino caters to more sophisticated Westwood inhabitants. The older crowd and upscale atmosphere make it a great place for a date or special occasion; the private room attached to the main dining area is cozy and perfect for...

15. Key Club

9039 Sunset Blvd. - West Hollywood

This Sunset Strip standard gets classic rockers and new acts in equal abundance - but be sure to check out 80s cover band Metal Skool on Monday nights to see celebs rocking out to Steel Panter's rendition of Journey songs. Watch the line out front - it can get crowded, making it difficult for those...

16. Sunset Strip revival

By Alexandra Le Tellier - September 11, 2007

L.A.'s most iconic stretch makes a comeback—and everyone wants in on the action

17. Trader Vic's is back at L.A. Live

By Scott T. Sterling - May 4, 2009

It's been a mai tai long time

18. 'One Night Stands: The Sex Comedies'

Avery Schreiber Theater - 11050 Magnolia Blvd. - North Hollywood

Peek beneath the sheets in this hilarious sex farce

19. Carvers and Collectors - The Lasting Allure of Ancient Gems

The Getty Villa - 17985 Pacific Coast Highway - Pacific Palisades

Works from ancient master engravers and modern carvers

20. Friday Night Live 1

Acme Comedy Theatre - 135 N. La Brea Ave - Los Angeles (Park La Brea)

Live from Los Angeles, it's Friday Night Live! The show that promises to liven up the start to your weekend.Fridays 8 p.m.

21. The Foundry on Melrose

7465 Melrose Ave. - Los Angeles (Melrose District)

Famed chef extraordinaire Eric Greenspan of Patina and Meson G strives to create "fine dining for the everyman" with his trendy Melrose restaurant. Unique tasting menus allow adventurous diners to sample a little bit of everything, with selections from the extensive wine list complementing each...

22. Porterhouse Bistro

8635 Wilshire Blvd. - Beverly Hills

One of the best deals around for a steak dinner. We're not saying it's the best you'll ever have, but for the amount of food, it might be the cheapest. The prix-fixe dinners are generally acknowledged as the way to go here, as you'll get an appetizer, entree, side, dessert and two drinks for about $...