LA Deals- Irochka

Gyu-Kaku - Grill it Yourself Japanese BBQ Happy Hour

2011-08-11T15:29:00.000-07:00

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant has one of the best quality of meat around and you can try it at a discounted price during their Happy Hour, which is available:

Sundays & Mondays: All Day!
Tuesdays-Saturdays: 12:00 P.M.-6:30 P.M
Tuesdays-Saturdays: 9:00 P.M.-Last Call

$4 Cocktails - Saketinis, Mojitos, and much more

$5 Large Hot Sake & Cold Sake

$1.49 Sapporo Draft Beer

$7.45 Sapporo Draft Pitcher

$2.95 Meat Items- Yaki Shabu and Chicken Basil.

$3.95 Meat Items- Toro Beef, Spicy Pork and Beef Chuck Flap.

Appetizers up to 50% off - with discount, prices range from $1-$4/per item.

Personal Favorites: Bistro Harami, Hawaiian Ahi Poke, Spicy Tuna Volcano & Gyu-Kaku Salad.

This happy hour is available at the Beverly Hills Gyu-Kaku location:

163 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310)659-5760

Other Gyu-Kaku locations include: Pasadena, Torrance, Sherman Oaks, Huntington Beach and Topanga Canyon.

Check out specific location's happy hour details at the restauran'ts website, http://www.gyu-kaku.com/.

Live Music & Happy Hour at the Bistro Garden in Studio City

2011-05-11T13:09:00.000-07:00

Bistro Garden restaurant is a gorgeous restaurant that looks like a beautiful garden. It is adorned with flowers inside and out, which makes you feel like you are dining at a French countryside. The restaurant is so beautiful that a lot of people choose it as a spot to celebrate their special occasions such as weddings, birthdays and other special moments. The restaurant's Continental menu is rather pricey, however you can still enjoy the restaurant's ambiance without breaking your wallet by attending their happy hour.

During Happy Hour, Monday-Friday, 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., all drinks are 50% Off at the bar area.

Also, the restaurant offers complimentary Hors d’oeuvres and live piano music during their happy hour.

Hors d’oeuvres choices include: Bacon wrapped scallops, stuffed grape leaves, grilled zuchini, etc. (Choices might vary daily).

If the Hors d'oeuvres are not enough, one can order appetizers from the bar menu, with reasonable prices that range from $6.50-$12.50.

Bistro Garden
12950 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
(818)501-0202

Happy Hour at the Grove- Whisper Lounge

2011-01-27T13:23:00.000-08:00

Whisper Lounge is located in the Grove mall at the Farmers Market. The lounge is tucked away in the back of the Grove and does not occupy a big space. It is dimly lit and is perfect for intimate conversations. It is a great place to go grab a drink and a bite before seeing a movie.

The Whisper Lounge has a Happy Hour, Monday-Friday, 4:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M. , where it offers a discounted menu on drinks and small bites:

$4.00 Beers
$6.00 Wine
$6.00 Well Drinks

$3.00-$6.00: Small Bites such as Crispy Calamari, Kobe Beef Sliders, Wild Mushroom & Truffle Flatbreat (tastes like pizza), Roasted Butternut Squash and Caramalized Onion Flatbread, Truffle Popcorn, Curried Cashews and more.

Whisper Lounge also has a late-night happy hour on Thursdays, from 9:00 P.M.-close.

Personal Favorites: Mushroom Flatbread and Truffle Popcorn .

Whisper Lounge
189 The Grove Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323)931-0202

Grand Happy Hour at Grand Lux Cafe

2010-12-21T21:31:00.000-08:00

Grand Lux Cafe is an upscale chain restaurant which is owned by the same people as the Cheesecake Factory. The latter is known for its huge popularity and also huge waiting lines. Grand Lux Cafe on the other hand has minimal waiting lines and is even grander in its ambiance and decor than its sister chain. However, both chains do have something in common besides its owners, and it is their huge portions. Grand Lux cafe has only one location in California and it is located in Beverly Center. Other popular locations of this chain are in Nevada at the Venetian and Palazzo Hotels. During their happy hour, dining at Grand Lux Cafe becomes an even sweeter experience.
Happy Hour is Mondays-Fridays, 4:00 P.M.-6:30 P.M at the bar and lounge:

$5.00 Signature Cocktails and Wine
$4.00 Draft Beer

$5.00 Appetizers- Double stuffed potato spring rolls, Chicken lettuce wraps, Stacked chicken quesadilla, Volcano shrimp, Sticky hot wings, Crabcakes, Philly Cheese steak spring rolls, mini pizzas and much more.

Personal Favorites: Creamy Spinach & Cheese Dip and Chicken Lettuce wraps.

Grand Lux Cafe
121 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 855-1122

"Hora De Fiesta" at El Carmen

2010-12-16T13:08:00.000-08:00

El Carmen is a popular spot where people get together to have a couple of drinks at the bar and unwind from a hard day at work. The restaurant is dark and filled with lots of candles all throughout and has a very calming feel to it, where you can enjoy a dinner perfect for an intimate conversation as well.

El Carmen has a great Happy Hour when they offer a special discounted menu on food and drinks.

Monday-Friday, 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M.:

El Carmen Classic Margarita- $4.00
Tecate Beer- $3.00

Food- Nachos, Quesadilla, Ceviche, Guacomole and Combination Plate (pollo or carnitas)- $2.00-$5.00

Personal Favorites: Ceviche and Margarita. (Not a fan of tequila but the Margarita is delicious!)

El Carmen
8138 W 3rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323)852-1552

Spanish Tapas & Drinks Happy Hour in Studio City

2010-09-30T13:38:00.000-07:00

Bokado Brasserie is relatively a new-comer to the San Fernando Valley scene. It is situatuated in Studio City on a famous Ventura Blvd. Bokado is a bistro with a modern decor which offers a Spanish-inspired menu mainly consisiting of tapas (small dishes). Bokado litterally means- small bites- in Spanish. Tapas are a perfect way to try a lot of the restaurant's dishes and also share a meal as a group. This restaurant has a great outdoor dining area with a firepit, which is perfect for lounging with a drink or to have a full meal as well.

Bokado has a happy hour on weekdays when their tapas and drinks are 25% off.

Happy Hour: Mondays-Fridays, from 3:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M.

Personal Favorites: Cheese & Charcuterrie Board (cold cuts, cheese, pickled vegetables, dried fruit and more), Shrimp & Crab Claws cocktail with sauce and Sauteed Mushrooms.

Bokado
12345 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
(818)752-9222

Every Day Sake & Draft Beer Happy Hour w/Tapas

2010-09-21T12:56:00.001-07:00

If you like Katsu-ya restaurants then you will love the new addition to their group, called Kiwami by Katsu-ya. It is a trendy sushi spot with a zen atmosphere that is situated in the heart of Studio City on the famous Ventura Blvd. Katsu-ya brand restaurants can be on the pricey side, but this new place has a happy hour, which won't break your piggy bank :)

Happy Hour is: Mondays-Saturdays, from 5:30 P.M.-7:00 P.M.
Sundays, from 3:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M.

During happy hour, you can enjoy:

$1.00 Kirin Draft Beer, $3.00 Saketinis, $4.50 Rock Shrimp Tempura, $7 seafood trio plates, crispy rice cake with spicy tuna and other discounted drink & food specials.

Personal Favorites: Crispy rice cake with spicy tuna, shishito peppers and seafood ceviche.

Kiwami by Katsu-ya
11920 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 763-3910

Pinot Bistro- Dining with No Corkage Fee

2010-07-23T11:43:00.000-07:00

Pinot Bistro is a French restaurant that is both trendy and ultra cozy. Inside the restaurant, you will find fresh flowers which adorn every white clothed table and a fireplace, which adds to the warm inviting feeling of this place. Not only does Pinot Bistro have a great ambience, but their service is 5 star as well. It is not intrusive but yet manages to be attentive at the right moments, where it makes you feel well taken care of. When I was there, the waiter even brought out a basket of Pommes Frittes for our table compliments of the chef.

There is no dining deal at this restaurant, however it has no corkage fee so you can bring your own bottle of wine and save money on your dining experience that way. Also, you can share a meal together and they will split the meal for you for no extra cost.

Personal Favorites: French onion soup, Ceasar Salad with anchovies (probably the best I ever tasted) and an amazing shallot sauce which comes with any choice of steak.

Pinot Bistro
12969 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
(818)990-0500

Lobster Happy Hour at Kravings

2010-07-11T10:46:00.000-07:00

Kravings is an amazing spot that gave me inspiration to blog after taking a couple of months hiatus. It is a trendy restaurant and lounge that serves world fusion cuisine with main influences of Middle East and Brazil. The ambiance of this place is perfect for any occasion, a big party, a date or just a get-together with a couple of friends.

Kravings has 2 Happy Hours when selected menu items, food and alcohol are discounted.

Monday-Sunday, 4:00 P.M.- 7:00 PM. and Wednesday-Saturday, 10:00 P.M.-11:30 P.M.:

$5 Mixed Drinks, $6 Martinis, $4 beers, $6 wine/champagne.
$1 Oysters, $10 Lamb Chops, $9 Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon, $12 1/2 chilled Live Maine lobster or $20 whole and much more.

Personal Favorites: Ceasar salad with anchovies, chilled lobster and pomegranate martini.

Also, they have a Saturday/Sunday Brunch Buffet, from 11:30 P.M.-4:00 P.M. for $19.00 when they offer: Outdoor Omelette and Belgian Waffle station, cuts of various meat served table-side, salad bar of hot and cold items and much more.

Additionally, for $6 more, you can have unlimited Champagne and soft drinks.

Kravings
18663 Ventura Blvd.
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 881-7111

Happy Hour at Michael Mina's restaurant- XIV

2010-05-13T10:45:00.000-07:00

XIV is relatively new high-end restaurant that is owned by an award-winning celebrity chef, Michael Mina and designed by Phillipe Starck, a famed French designer. Since the restaurant is attached to such huge names, it is rather on a pricey side, but they have a Happy Hour that will allow you to partake in this restaurant's dining experience.

Available on the Terrace, Monday-Saturday, 5:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M.

The happy hour includes: 1/2 off signature cocktails and appetizers, $5 Well drinks, wine & beer and $5 Valet.

Cocktail options ($7):

Cucumber Pom Deluxe (Krol Vodka, Cucumber, Mint, Lime and Pomegranate)
Caipirinhar (Sagatiba Cachaca Rum with choice of guava or pineapple)
Scottish Mule (Gin, Ginger beer and cucumber)
Rhubarb Old Fashioned (Bourbon, Vanilla Rhubarb and angostura bitters).

Menu options: Baby Back Ribs, Baked Potato Pierogies, Lobster Corn Dogs, Tempura Prawns, a trio of mini Kobe burgers, Black Truffle Popcorn, XIV Caesar Salad, Hamachi & Ahi Tartare Poppers and a Trio of Duck fat French fries.

XIV
8117 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323)656-1414

New Happy Hour- Japanese spot on La Cienega- Agura- CLOSED

2010-04-29T10:45:00.000-07:00

Agura restaurant just recently opened on the famous La Cienega restaurant row. It is a beautifully designed sushi and Japanese fusion spot which has a great every day happy hour, from 6 P.M.-8:00 P.M. when they offer:

$5 Appetizers- Spicy Tuna roll, Crispy rice, Fried sweet potato, Popcorn shrimp tempura, Bacon & onion quiche, Crispy chicken wings, fried calamari and much more.

$3 - Sapporo draft beer and house wine

$4- house wine (Red, White or Rose)

$5- Well drinks

$6- Cocktails (Cosmos, Lychee martinis and Mojitos).

Favorite Selection: Fried calamari (airy and light).

Happy Hour is available at the restaurant's lounge or patio.

Agura
514 N. La Cienega Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310)289-1940

Morton's Steakhouse Steak & Seafood Dinner and a Daily "Power Hour"

2010-04-26T20:00:00.000-07:00

Through 06/30/10, Morton's has a Steak and Seafood Dinner for Two Special for $109.00.

The menu is as follows:

Choice of Two: Ceasar or Morton's Salad
Two Single Cut Fillets
Choice of Two: Broiled Sea Scallops, Colossal Shrimp Alexander or Jumbo Lump Crab Cake
One Signature Potato & One Fresh Vegetable to Share
Choice of Two: Morton's Legendary Hot Chocolate Cake, Key Lime Pie or Creme Brulee.

This special is also available per person for $54.50, if for example someone at your party does not feel like eating such a big meal, they can order something else from the regular menu.

This special is not offered on Morton's menu so you have to mention it to your waiter before ordering.

Another great deal at Morton's is their "Power Hour" at the bar.

Daily, from 5 PM-6:30 PM and again 9:00 PM-close, Morton's offers discounted beverages and $5 bar bites.

Beverages include: $4 Beers, $5 Wine, $7 Martinis.

Bar Bites include: Crab Cakes, Jumbo Lump Crab, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Petite Filet Mignon Sandwiches, Blue Cheese French Fries and more.

Restaurant locations are all throughout the United States. Check their website at http://www.mortons.com/steak-offer/for specific location that offers this deal.

Jamba Juice- Buy One Get One Free Special, NOW through 04/25/10

2010-04-21T07:30:00.000-07:00

Jamba Juice is celebrating their 20th Anniversary this month and as a result it is offering a buy-one-get-one-free special.

Buy any smoothie and get another one of eaqual or lesser value for FREE!

The deal is good now through Sunday, 04/25/2010.

For the store locations, check out their website at http://www.jambajuice.com/.

Taco Tuesday on 04/20/10 at Plancha

2010-04-19T10:41:00.001-07:00

Plancha is a new Mexican spot that just recently opened up on the West 3rd St. Its food is very authentic and the prices are definitely wallet-friendly.

They are one of the few places around that actually serve "Tacos Al Pastor" which are a rare find in restaurants due to its recipe being such a secret. These tacos are made from pork meat which has been marrinated in a secret recipe and cooked on a rottiserie (very similar to the way that Shawarma is made) with a pineapple and onion on top.

On Tuesday, 04/20/10, you can enjoy their tacos at a special deal. Mention "Yelp" website and you can buy one and get one free on all tacos.

The regular prices of tacos ranges from $1.99-$3.25

Favorite Items: Tacos Al Pastor, Fresh Fish Taco (wrapped in lettuce) and Chicken & Rice soup.

Plancha

8250 W. 3rd St.

Los Angeles, CA 90048

(323)951-9911

Free Breakfast at Berri's Cafe- Now Through 04/15/10

2010-04-07T21:31:00.000-07:00

Berri's Cafe is known for its delicious pizzas and Italian food as well as its late night service, however they just recently launched a breakfast menu, which you can now try for free through 04/15/10.

Now through 04/15/10, from 6:00 A.M.-8:00 A.M., you can get any one item from their breakfast menu for free!

This offer is dine-in only.

Some of the breakfast items include: Steak & Eggs and French Toast.

Berri's Pizza Cafe
8412 West 3rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323)852-0642

Happy Hour at Katsuya

2010-03-30T07:49:00.000-07:00

Katsuya is a highly acclaimed Japanese restaurant that is known for its amazing sushi and stylish decor. This normally pricey restaurant becomes cheaper during their Happy Hour.

7 days a week, from 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., selected food items are $7/per order.

Also, Monday-Friday, 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., selected drinks are $$7.00.

Some of the food items that are offered during Happy Hour are: Lobster Dynamite Roll, Crispy Rice, Baked Crab Hand Roll, Rock Shrimp Tempura Roll, Kobe Beef Sliders, Honey Shrimp and more.

Drink Selections are: Bellini, Sugarsnap, Katsuya Fresh, Watermelon Cucumber Refresher and more.

Also, every Monday, they have a late night Happy Hour as well.

Katsuya
6300 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323)871-8777

Other locations include: Brentwood, Downtown Los Angeles and Glendale.

Happy Hour with $5 Spanish Tapas and Cocktails

2010-03-24T07:49:00.000-07:00

Tinto is a cozy spot that serves Spanish Tapas and it oozes with a beautiful Spanish atmosphere. This place is so authentic that most of the people who work there are from Barcelona. Tinto specializes in small delicious Spanish dishes that are perfect for a romantic date or a bigger party where people can order different dishes and everyone gets to try them. This place becomes more affordable during their Happy Hour and other specials.

On Mondays-Saturdays, 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., Cocktails are $5 and Beer and Sangria are $4.

The tapas are regularly $8-$16 at Tinto, but during Happy Hour you can enjoy them for $5 each.

Tapas Happy Hour is: Mon, Tue and Wed, 5:00 P.M.-11:00 P.M. & Thu, Fri and Sat, 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M.

Also, they have a "Paella Night", every Mon, Tue, Wed and Thu, from 5:00 P.M.-11:00 P.M.. when a Paella for two and a Pitcher of Sangria is $45.

Personal Favorites: Meatballs with garlic Spanish sauce, Sauteed Shrimp in white wine and garlic, Spicy fried potatoes with aoli.

Tinto Tapas Espana
7511 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323)512-3095

Ben & Jerry's 32nd Annual Free Cone Day- 03/23/10

2010-03-20T08:00:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, 03/23/10, from 12 P.M.-8 P.M., Ben and Jerry's will be giving out free ice cream cones to everyone. This is part of their annual tradition and has become an event that people look forward to every year.

Go to their website at http://www.benjerry.com/ to check out the closest ice cream shop location near you.

Happy Hour and Prix-Fixe Deals at Lola's

2010-03-17T08:03:00.000-07:00

Lola's is known as a spot that has the biggest variety of delicious martinis. They are also known for their great happy hour, when you can try their famous martinis and their appetizers at a discounted price. They also have a pool table in one of the rooms which you can play for free with your friends, so go to Lola's and have a blast.

Every day, from 5:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M., enjoy $5 Martinis and $5.50 Appetizers. (Wine and Beer is also discounted).
Wednesdays and Thursdays- 10:30 P.M.-12:30 A.M.

Selected wine and beer is also discounted during Happy Hour.

Appetizers include: Gourmet Pizzas, Spinach Artichoke Dip & Tortilla Chips, Pulled Shortrib Crostini Sandwich, Sweet Potato Fries, Empanadas, Chicken Spring Rolls and much more.

Also, Lola's has "Femme Fatale Sundays" when on Sunday nights, girls get 2 for 1 Martinis.

Additionally, on Wednesdays and Thursday Nights, Lola's offers "All-In Dinners" for $23/per person, which include:

A drink of your choice (Martini, Wine, Champagne or Beer)
Soup or Salad
Entree (Grilled Salmon, Pan Roasted Chicken Breast, Braised Short Rib and more.)
Desert (for $2 more)

Personal Favorite: Strawberry Fields Martini that has real strawberries.

Lola's
945 N. Fairfax Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323) 654-5652

Free Pinkberry Today, 03/12/2010

2010-03-12T11:47:00.000-08:00

Today, 03/12/2010 Pinkberry is celebrating their new flavor addition: Mango.

From 5:00 PM-9:00 P.M., they will be giving away free 3-ounce serving of this new mango flavor, so go and get yours!

Check out the following website for Pinkberry location near you, http://www.pinkberry.com/storelocator.html

Lobster Mondays and Tuesdays at Le Petit Restaurant

2010-03-02T15:42:00.000-08:00

Le Petit restaurant is a cozy French place that makes you feel like you are actually sitting in Paris. The food that this place serves up is also very good and delicious. The prices are very reasonable so it would be a perfect place to bring a date or celebrate a special occasion with the family without breaking the bank.

This place gets even better on Monday and Tuesday nights (5 P.M.-11 P.M.) when you can enjoy 1 1/2 lbs. of Maine Live Lobster and a salad or soup du jour for a mere $24.95!

Le Petit Restaurant
13360 Ventura Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818)501-7999

M Grill- All you can eat Brazilian BBQ

2010-02-28T17:00:00.000-08:00

M Grill follows the same concept as the famous Fogo De Chao restaurant, only it is cheaper and some people even think better. It is located in Koreatown and has a great atmosphere fit for a special occasion. This authentic brazilian churrascaria offers a salad bar, hot section and the meat itself, churrasco, where the servers bring the giant skewers with meat to the table and carve it onto your plate.

And right now, they have an "Early Bird Special" offered on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 5:30 P.M.-6:00 P.M., when the dinner is $26.99 per person.

Also, Sunday dinner is $26.99 per person as well for a limited time. Call ahead to make sure that they still offer this special price.

FYI, If you are celebrating an event, you can bring your own cake and they will gladly provide candles, plates and spoons for you free of charge. Just don't ask them to cut the cake for you, they will charge for that.

Personal Favorites: Garlic Steak and Top Sirloin. Garlic Rice and Beef Stroganoff (at the salad bar).

Regular price without the discount is:

Lunch, M-F: $18.99; Sat-Sun: $26.99
Dinner, everyday: $33.99

M Grill
3832 Wilshire Blvd., 2nd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213)389-2770

McCormick and Schmick's $2.95 Gourmet Burger and More!

2010-02-18T13:18:00.000-08:00

This one is a great deal! McCormick and Schmick's is a really nice seafood restaurant and can be quite expensive, however during happy hour, it is a steal. The happy hour has been around for a long time and it is a favorite amongst many. Its no wonder that is so popular, you can get a huge gourmet cheeseburger for just $2.95.

The happy hour menu is, Monday-Friday, 4:00 P.M.-6:30 P.M. & 9:00 P.M.-10:00 P.M. and includes:

For $1.95- sweet potato fries, cheese quesadilla, oyster shooter and parmesan garlic fries.
For $2.95- Cheeseburger and hummus & fried pita chips.
For $3.95- Spicy chicken wings and plaintain tajadas.

For $4.95- Korean style short ribs and black mussels.

Personal Favorite: Cheeseburger.

Minimum beverage order of $3.50 per person is necessary for the Happy Hour prices to apply.

McCormick and Schmick's has a special on drinks as well:

On Mondays, they have 50% of bottles of wine.

On Wednesdays (5-7), they have $1 Oysters and a selection of Champagne at a reduced price.

The above happy hour is specific to the Beverly Hills location and each location has its own happy hour. Check the restaurant's website, http://www.mccormickandschmicks.com/ for more information about other locations.

McCormick and Schmick's -A Pacific Seafood Grill

206 North Rodeo Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

(310)859-0434

$14.99 Steak & Lobster Dinner at Sizzler

2010-02-11T16:20:00.000-08:00

For a limited time, Sizzler restaurants are offering Steak and Lobster dinners for just $14.99

For $14.99, you will get a 6 oz. Steak and a delicious Lobster Tail.

This limited-time deal is available at Sizzler locations in the greater Los Angeles, Sacramento and San Francisco areas.

Check out, the restaurant's website at http://www.sizzler.com/locations for a specific location near you.

Ruth's Chris Winter Classics Prix-Fixe Deal

2010-02-09T08:00:00.000-08:00

According to the LA Times, the famous Ruth's Chris Steak House has introduced its Ruth's Winter Classics 3 course meal for $39.95/per person.

The offer includes a starter, entree, personal side dish and desert.

Choice of entrees: 6 oz. Filet & Shrimp, Braised Short Ribs, Fresh Salmon Selection or Stuffed Chicked Breast.

Locations include: Beverly Hills, Anaheim, Pasadena, Woodland Hills, Santa Barbara and Irvine.

http://www.ruthschris.com/

Call the restaurant to confirm the availability of this limited time deal.

Geisha House- Half-Off Day- 01/26/2010

2010-01-25T11:56:00.000-08:00

Popular with the celebrities, Geisha House is a trendy Pan-Asian restaurant which is a part of the Dolce Group.

On Tuesday, 01/26/2010 from 6 PM, it will participate in the Screw the Recession event and all menu (excluding alcohol) will be discounted by 50%.

Sushi & Sashimi- ($2.50-$9.00)
Geisha House Sushi Rolls - ($5.00-$11.00)
Robata-Yaki- ($4.50-$14.00)
Cold and Hot Dishes- ($5.50-$23.00)

RSVP at the following website, http://www.drinkeatplay.com/screwtherecession/.

Geisha House
6633 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323)460-6300

Jamba Juice $1 Oatmeal on Wednesdays

2010-01-11T14:45:00.000-08:00

Jamba Juice is offering their delicious oatmeal for $1 on Wednesdays all month long. Normally, the oatmeal costs $2.95, so it is a great deal.

The Oatmeal is made with organic, steel-cut oats and comes with a choice of four real fruit toppings: Fresh bananas, blueberry-blackberry, apple cinnamon or berry cherry pecan.

Favorite oatmeal topping: Fresh bananas.

Check out the Jamba Juice website, http://www.jambajuice.com/ for their locations.

Amazing Personal Chef

2009-12-31T11:07:00.001-08:00

For delicious food cooked with love, contact Brandon Szekeres, a personal chef, at brandonszekeres@gmail.com.

El Guapo Cantina -Open Bar Hoilday & Christmas Party-12/11/09

2009-12-11T11:12:00.000-08:00

This is a fun one!

Today, Friday, 12/11/09, El Guapo Cantina will be hosting an "Open Bar Holiday & Christmas Party" where from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM, it will be a Complimentary Premium bar.

Open bar includes: Premium well drinks, house margaritas and all domestic draft beers.
Also, free raffle prizes.

El Guapo Cantina
7250 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046

(323)297-0471

0.35 cent Cocktails and Free Grilled Cheese Sandwich & Tomato Soup

2009-11-25T13:03:00.000-08:00

The Edison is an upscale lounge in Downtown LA with a 1920's swanky vibe. They have 2 great deals on Thursdays and Fridays when you can enjoy their cocktails for a very low price of 0.35 cents!

On Thursdays, from 5 PM-7 PM, enjoy one cocktail for 0.35 cents.

On Fridays, they have "Soup Kitchen Fridays", from 5 PM-7 PM, when you can enjoy one cocktail for 0.35 cents and get a grilled cheese sandwich & a creamy tomato soup for free!

The Edison
108 W. 2nd St. #101
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 613-0000

P.F. Chang's 4 course feast for two- $39.95

2009-11-18T09:26:00.000-08:00

P.F. Chang's China Bistro is a great restaurant with delicious food. It is perfect for any occassion, a romantic date, birthday party or just a casual lunch/dinner. P.F. Chang's is known to have the best chicken lettuce wraps around.

Right now, available for a limited time, you and another person can feast on a four-course meal for $39.95.

Included in the four-course meal:

Cup of soup (Choose Two)
Starter (Choose One)
Entree (Choose Two)
Mini Dessert (Choose Two)

Favorite restaurant location:
P.F. Chang's China Bistro
121 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310)854-6467

Pink's 70th Anniversary Celebration with 0.70 Cent Chili Dogs

2009-11-13T11:05:00.000-08:00

T0day, 11/13/09, Famous Pink's Hot Dog Stand is celebrating their 70th Anniversary with a great deal: 0.70 cents Chili Hog Dogs.

The 0.70 cent Chili Dogs will be available today from 7:00 PM-8:10 PM (for 70 mins).

Pink's Hot Dogs
709 N. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323)931-4223

Gardens of Taxco Amazing 5 course meal for $14.95

2009-10-25T10:55:00.000-07:00

Gardens of Taxco is not just a restaurant, it is an experience! It is a popular Mexican restaurant that is perfect for a date, a dinner with friends or birthdays. There is no menu. The dinner is served in 5 courses and the only course you can choose yourself is the main entree. The waiter comes to your table and semi-sings you the choices for the entree.

To start everything off they give you: Homemade chips and salsa and pickled vegetables.

The 1st course: Individual quesadilla with guacomole on top.
The 2nd course: Indivual beef or chicken enchilada.
The 3rd couse: Albondiga soup (soup with meatballs).
The 4th course: Main Entree - chicken, beef, shrimp or fish (cooked different ways).
The 5th couse: Bananas and cream and a shot of sherry (desert wine).

Personal Favorite: Shrimp in spicy garlic sauce.

The regular price for the 5 course meal is about $25 per person, however right now they have a deal called the "Early Diner Discount" where, Tuesday-Friday, 4:30 P.M.-7:00 P.M., you can enjoy their famous 5 course meal for $14.95/per person. You can find the coupon for this deal on their website: http://www.gardensoftaxco.com/.

The Gardens of Taxco
1113 N. Harper Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323)654-1746

Happy Hour for Gourmet Pizza and Drinks and 10% off your Entire Bill through 09/30/09

2009-09-25T10:50:00.000-07:00

Oak Fire Pizza is a cool hangout place where one can catch a game on one of their four plasma tv's and indulge in gourmet pizzas and drinks for half the price during their happy hour. They also have a smoker-friendly patio.

On Monday-Friday, from 4:00 PM-7:00 PM: All wood fired pizzas, appetizers, draft beers, drinks, wines are 1/2 off.

And on Saturday and Sunday, from 11:30 AM-7:00 PM: $10 wood fired pizzas and all draft beers are 1/2 off.

Pizzas- $6.50-$8.50
Appetizers- $4.50-$6.00
Beer- $3.00-$4.50
Wine- $4.50-$7.50 (per glass)

Also, through 09/30/09, if you are visiting Oak Fire Pizza outside of their happy hour times, just mention "Yelp" website and you will receive 10% off your entire bill!

Oak Fire Pizza
829 N La Cienega Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90069
(310)659-8848

Kress- Screw the Recession Half Off Day-09/24/09

2009-09-24T08:45:00.000-07:00

The Kress is a trendy and popular nightclub in Los Angeles, however it is also an Asian Fusion restaurant.

On Thursday, 09/24/2009 from 7 PM to 12 AM, it will participate in the Screw the Recession event and all menu (excluding sushi and alcohol) will be discounted by 50%.

Appetizers- ($5-$12.50)
Entrees- ($10.50-$12)

RSVP at the following website, http://www.drinkeatplay.com/screwtherecession/.

The Kress
6608 Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood, CA 90028
(323)785-5000

Hakobe- Newly Opened Restaurant Half Off Day

2009-09-22T10:39:00.000-07:00

Hakobe restaurant just recently opened up on the La Cienega Restaurant Row. It is trendy Japanese restaurant with a great cuisine.

On Tuesday, 09/22/09, fom 5:30 PM-11:00 PM, it will discount the menu by 50%, excluding alcohol. This will be part of the Screw the Recession event.

RSVP at the following website, http://www.drinkeatplay.com/screwtherecession/.

After applying the discount, menu prices range from $2.00-$17.50. The most expensive dish on the menu is the Hakobe surf and turf (lobster and kobe beef), which for $17.50 is a pretty good deal.

Hakobe
14 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310)652-0007

Cheap Sushi at Kuru Kuru and Late-Night Happy Hour

2009-09-10T12:51:00.000-07:00

Kuru Kuru is a revolving sushi bar in Koreatown. It has a pretty big conveyor belt that wraps around the entire restaurant, which is constantly replenished with plates of sushi. The plates are color coded and each color represents that plate's price. The prices are super cheap and are as follows, $1.00, $1.50, $2.00, $3.00 and $4.00. This is a perfect place if you want to satisfy your craving for sushi, but do not want to pay an arm and a leg to do that.

The prices become even cheaper during their everyday late-night happy hour. They have just recently moved the happy hour time to a much earlier time, which is great because it is not so close to the closing time, which means that they still have to keep making fresh sushi.

Everyday, 6:00 P.M.-11:00 P.M.- Everything on the conveyor belt is 50% off. (some plates become 0.50 cents each)

Kuru Kuru
3377 Wilshire Blvd. #115
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213)365-9070

Beverly Hills Indian Restaurant Half Off Day

2009-08-31T16:24:00.000-07:00

Tanzore Restaurant and Lounge is an upscale and chic Indian Restaurant located on the La Cienega's famous Restaurant Row. On Tuesday, 09/01/09, fom 5:30 PM-10:30 PM, it will discount the menu by 50%, excluding alcohol. This will be part of the Screw the Recession event.

RSVP at the following website, http://www.drinkeatplay.com/screwtherecession/.

After applying the discount, menu prices range from $5.50-$16.00.

Moreover, the restaurant's website states that on Sunday Nights, it is 1/2 off Bottles of their entire wine list.

Also, on Sundays, 11:30 A.M.-3:00 P.M., they have a Champagne Brunch for 19.95/per person.

Tanzore
50 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310)652-3894

$1 Taco Mondays and Happy Hour at Malo Restaurant

2009-08-27T21:02:00.000-07:00

Malo Cantina Suavecita is a hip, casual restaurant in the Silverlake area where you can satisfy your tastebuds with the eclectic Mexican cuisine. This place is known for the best ground beef & pickle tacos and for their other amazing ingredient pairings.

On Monday Nights, 5 P.M.-close, they have $1 tacos. The choices include the famous ground beef & pickle tacos as well.

Also, they have a happy hour, Tuesday-Friday, 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., when you can get the following:

$2 Tacos Dorados- Ground beef & pickle, eggplant & potato and braised chicken.
$2 Bean and Cheese Burrito Sliders
$3 House Well Drinks
$5 House Margaritas
$6 Shots of Silver with a sangrita chaser and more.

Malo
4326 W Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 664-1011

Caviar Happy Hour at Petrossian Paris Boutique & Cafe and Sunday Brunch

2009-08-14T19:17:00.000-07:00

Petrossian Paris Boutique and Cafe is a caviar shop that just went through a 4 month remodel and now includes an elegant cafe where you can enjoy caviar and their other gourmet French delicacies. They also have a happy hour when you can try the caviar and other menu items at a discounted price.

Happy Hour is Mondays-Saturdays, from 3:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M., when the cafe offers:

Drink Specials: $6 Wine Specials, $5 Beer Specials and $8 Hibiscus Champagne.

$10 Food Specials: Charcuterie (pate, dry sausage, foie gras and cornichons), cheese plate and Pizza of the Day.

Petrossian Cafe also has a Sunday Brunch, 10:00 A.M.- 4:00 P.M., when a 3-course meal is $35/per person. The meal includes a glass of Champagne, appetizer, main entree, dessert and coffee or tea.

Petrossian Paris Boutique and Cafe
321 N. Robertson Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310) 271-0576

Half Off Cheesecake at Cheesecake Factory- 07/30/09

2009-07-29T13:42:00.001-07:00

July 30th, 2009 is a National Cheesecake Day and in celebration of this "holiday", Cheesecake Factory will be offering slices of their famous cheesecake for half the price. Offer valid for 1 slice per dine-in customer.

Check, http://www.cheesecakefactory.com/Locations/locations, for Restaurant locations.

Free Pastry at Starbucks with a coffee purchase on 07/21/09

2009-07-19T11:14:00.001-07:00

On Tuesday, 07/21/09, from opening to 10:30 A.M., you can grab breakfast at Starbucks, just purchase any beverage and receive a free pastry.

Free pastries include: muffins, scones, bagels, croissants, danishes, coffee cake and much more.

Just click on the link http://www.starbucks.com/retail/print_free_pastry.html and print the invitation or show it on your hand-held device to the barista.

Bungalow Club Happy Hour with a Beautiful Decor

2009-07-14T19:04:00.000-07:00

Bungalow Club has a great atmosphere for dining and lounging and is located in the heart of the Melrose Strip. It has a hip bar and lounge and also a beautiful patio with private cabanas. It offers a Happy Hour, which you can enjoy everyday.

The Happy Hour is every day, 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., and All Day on Mondays.

During Happy Hour, all drinks are $6 - Martinis, Mojitos, House Wine and Well Drinks.

They have beer on tap as well during happy hour which is only $5. Some beer choices include, Chimay White, Unibroue, St Berbardus ABT 12 and more.

Food is $5-$8 and includes: Sliders, Calamari Fritte, Bangkok Hummus, Chicken Egg Rolls, Ahi Tuna Tar Tar, Filet Mignon Skewers and more.

Personal Favorite: Bangkok Hummus that is topped with sauteed mushrooms.

Bungalow Club
7174 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 964-9494

Free McDonalds McCafe Mochas on Mondays

2009-07-11T15:29:00.000-07:00

For a limited time, at participating locations, 07/13/09-08/03/09, McDonalds has introduced "Mocha Mondays".

Every Monday, from 7:00 A.M.-7:00 P.M., you can get a choice of two McCafe mochas for free: a 7 oz. Iced Mocha or a 8 oz. Hot Mocha.

Free Slurpee at 7-Eleven on 07/11/09

2009-07-11T11:23:00.000-07:00

7-Evelen is celebrating their 82nd birthday today, 07/11/09!

Today, from 7:00 A.M.-11:00 P.M., you can enjoy a free any flavor 7.11 oz. Slurpee at any particating 7-Evelen location while supplies last.

Red Sun Every Day Happy Hour at the Robata Bar

2009-07-06T17:46:00.001-07:00

I fell in love with the Robata Bar the first time that I came here. It is part of the Sushi Roku, Katana and Boa family. The food at the Robata Bar is the same as Katana, just at a cheaper price. Robata Bar is a cozy Japanese spot that serves Robata Yaki, which is bamboo skewers of various meats, seafood and vegetables grilled over the Japanese hardwood fire. Their food is amazing and you can enjoy at even a cheaper price during their every day Happy Hour.

Every day, 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., everything on the Happy Hour menu is $5.

Drinks: selection of Beer, Wine, Sake and Cocktails.

Food: Grilled Chicken Wings, Glazed Grilled Salmon, Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes wrapped in Bacon, Spicy Popcorn Rock Shrimp Ceviche, Tuna on Crispy Rice, some sushi dishes and more.

During happy hour, Robata Yaki is $5 per 3 skewers.

Personal Favorites: Chicken Meatballs, Chillean Seabass, Tuna on Crispy Rice and Chocolate Volcano Suffle.

Robata Bar
1401 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310)458-4771

Free Coffee Bean Ice-Blended Drink on 07/01/09

2009-06-29T19:00:00.000-07:00

Celebrate the summer with a free delicious Ice-Blended Drink from Coffee Bean.

On Wednesday, 07/01/09, 3:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., you can get one 12 oz. Ice Blended coffee drink for Free, so go and grab yourself one!

For more information, check out http://coffeebean.hookupfeed.com/sse/sse/static/

Late-Night Happy Hour in Westwood

2009-06-28T11:04:00.000-07:00

Palomino is an upbeat restaurant with a stylish ambiance and great European-inspired regional American Cuisine. They have an awesome happy hour which is a favorite amongst many people.

The happy hour is everyday, 4 P.M.-7:00 P.M. and then again after 10 P.M.

Selected cocktails are $4- cranberry mojitos, pomegranate margaritas, green apple drop, beer and wine.

Gourmet Pizzas- $5

Appetizers are 50% off ($4.50-$6.50) - gorgonzola potatoes, king crab & artichoke dip, mussells, calamari, cheese fondue and more.

Palomino
10877 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310)208-1960

Yoshi's Sushi- Deals on Drinks

2009-06-19T14:35:00.000-07:00

Yoshi's Sushi is a casual spot where you can grab some delicious, quality sushi for less. Their sushi prices are already low, but they also have deals on drinks practically every day of the week.

Tuesday & Wednesday: $1.00 Small Hot Sake, $1.70 Large Hot Sake
Thursday & Friday: All Drinks are 1/2 Price
Saturdays: Sake Bomb Night, Buy 1 Beer and Get 1 Hot Sake Free

Personal Favorite: Jewelry Mine Roll.

Yoshi's Sushi
8274 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323)848-9105
Sun-Thurs: 5:00 P.M.-10:00 P.M.
Fri-Sat: 5:00 P.M.-10:30 P.M.

Bella Cucina 50% off Day

2009-06-18T08:48:00.000-07:00

Bella Cucina is an Italian Restaurant situated near the Kodak Theater and all of the Hollywood hot spots. It is owned by the Dolce group (Dolce, Geisha House). Today, 06/18/09, fom 5:00 PM-11:00 PM, it will discount the menu by 50%, excluding alcohol. This will be part of the Screw the Recession event.

RSVP at the following website, http://www.drinkeatplay.com/screwtherecession/.

After applying the discount, menu prices range from $3.50-$13.00.

Moreover, on Tuesday Nights, it is 1/2 off their dinner menu prices. Make sure to mention this to your server so they will discount your total price on the check.

Personal Favorite: Pasta Bolognese

Bella Cucina
6639 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
(323)468-8815

Happy Hour at the Famous El Coyote

2009-06-03T20:19:00.000-07:00

El Coyote Mexican Restaurant has been in business since 1930's and has been a local favorite ever since. Its food is good, cheap and is served in huge portions. Entree items range from $7.75-$13.50, which is pretty affordable nowadays.

You can also get a deal on drinks here, Monday-Friday, 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., when all drinks are discounted from their regular price. For example, you can get a $4 Margarita, which is normally $6.75.

So sit back and relax with a Margarita or two inside their themed restaurant or on their spacious patio.

El Coyote
7312 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323)939-2255

Belly Dancing and Prix-FIxe Menu at Cayenne Cafe

2009-05-26T17:59:00.000-07:00

Cayenne Cafe is a Meditteranean restaurant that is a casual cafe by day and a cozy, beautiful restaurant with white tablecloths and twinkling lights by night. I like this place so much, I had my last birthday party there. It is a great place for group dining because it also comes with entertainment. While you are enjoying your dinner, you and your guests will be treated to a belly dancing show performed by a beautiful dancer.

The service is unbelievably friendly and they will even make special menus just for your occasion for each of your guests.

Cayenne Cafe has pre-set menus which makes everything much easier when you are with a big group. The prices ranges from $25.00-$37.00 per person. Each pre-set menu includes:

Appetizers
2nd course (individual 2nd course for each person)
Entree (individual entree for each person)
Dessert
Beverages (Soft Drink and Organic Coffee or Tea)

Also, they have a low corkage fee: $5.00/bottle of wine and I even brought hard alcohol, which was $10.00/per bottle. Be sure to call the restaurant and check if the prices have changed.

Personal Favorites: Chicken Skewers with Rice pilaf, Spinach Pie and Falafels.

Cayenne Cafe
7169 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323)857-1252

"Beat the Clock" Special at the Smoke House

2009-05-23T19:32:00.000-07:00

Smoke House Restaurant is a casual steakhouse in the Burbank area that is known as a home to the best garlic cheese bread. It has a "Beat the Clock" special when their regular dinner menu is discounted by 25% during:

Monday-Friday, 4:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M.
Saturday-Sunday, 3:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M.

Also, on Mondays all day, their Famous Prime Rib Dinner which comes with 2 sides of your choice is only $12.95 and all bottles of wine are 50% off.

The Smoke House Restaurant also serves an All You Can Eat Sunday Champagne Brunch.

Early Bird Brunch, from 10:00 A.M. to 10:45 A.M. - $20.95
Brunch, from 10:45 A.M. to 2:30 P.M.- $25.95

Some of the Brunch selections include: Made to order omelets and pastas, crepe station, roast beef, crab legs, smoked salmon, oysters, mussels and much much more.

And if you love their food, you can take it to-go for $59.95 as part of their "BBQ Dinner for 4 To-Go" special.

The to-go dinner includes: 2 Full Racks of Tender Baby Back Ribs, 1 Whole Chicken, 1 Qt. of Homemade Coleslaw, 1 Qt. of Baked Beans, 1 order of their Famous Garlic Bread and Homemade dessert.

Smoke House
4420 W Lakeside Dr.
Burbank, CA 91505
(323)849-3641

Affordable New Steakhouse on the Sunset Strip- CLOSED

2009-05-19T19:19:00.000-07:00

Tony's Steakhouse is a new arrival on the Sunset Strip but unlike all of the other fine-dining places that this location boasts, it is quite affordable. If you have a special event or just want to go to a nice steakhouse without breaking the bank, this is the place for you.

All steaks are under $25 and come with three sides (one starch and two veggetable).

Also they have a selection of Martinis for $5 each, every day.

Tony's Steakhouse

8570 W Sunset Blvd.

West Hollywood, CA 90069

(310)289-1145

Chaya Fine Dining Every Day and All Night Happy Hour

2009-05-16T07:30:00.000-07:00

Chaya Brasserie is a great restaurant that has a great happy hour which they call "La Petite Chaya". Just recently the happy hour times have changed and now it takes place:

7 Days a week, from 5:00 P.M.-close.

Essentially, you can come here any day of the week and have a great dinner at a happy hour price. The happy hour is available at the bar, lounge and patio (smoker-friendly).

Four specialty cocktails- $7.00, Wines- $7, Beer- $4.00, Sushi Rolls- $5.50-$8, Appetizers- $3-$8

Personal Favorites: Lychee Martini, Crunchy Spicy Shrimp Roll and Salmon Ceasar Salad.

Chaya Brasserie
8741 Alden Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310)859-8833

Other Locations include: Venice, Downtown Los Angeles, San Francisco which have different happy hour prices, thus check out the restaurants website's menu for the prices of each location.

http://www.thechaya.com/

$1 Grilled Cheese Sandwiches during Recession Thursdays

2009-05-14T10:03:00.000-07:00

South is a sports bar on the Westside, which hosts "Recession Thursdays" from 5:00 P.M.-Midnight, when they offer:

$1 Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with potato chips,
$2 Pulled Pork, Chicken or Beef Brisket Sandwiches with chips,
and also $2 mystery shots.

South

3001 Wilshire Blvd.

Santa Monica, CA 90403

(310)828-9988

25 Cent Wings at Big Wangs: Hollywood and San Fernando Valley

2009-05-11T15:47:00.000-07:00

Big Wangs is a fun, down to earth sports bar in Hollywood, where on Wednesdays you can enjoy their wings, which are big and yummy for 25 cent each. The wing night used to be on Tuesdays but now has moved to Wednesday nights, from 6:00 P.M.-Close.

You have to order the wings in quantities of 10's, which is still great since you get 10 big wings for $2.50.

The wing sauce selection is: Buffalo, Garlic Buffalo, Teriyaki, Chipotle BBQ, Cajun Buffalo and Rochester.

Also, on Tuesdays, 4:00 P.M.-Close, they have $1 Tacos, $3 Tecates and $3 Margaritas.

Big Wangs

1562 N. Cahuenga Blvd.

Hollywood, CA 90028

(323) 469-2449

And they just opened another location in San Fernando Valley at:

5300 Lankershim Blvd.

North Hollywood, CA 91601

(323)469-2449

Ketchup- Screw The Recession Deal- 05/11/09

2009-05-08T14:57:00.000-07:00

Ketchup is a trendy restaurant with a pretty unique theme, TOMATO. On Monday night, 05/11/09, all of their menu will be 50% off except alcohol.

This will be part of the Screw the Recession event. RSVP at the following website, http://www.drinkeatplay.com/screwtherecession/.

After applying the discount, menu prices range from:

Appetizers- $3.50-$7.50

Entrees- $8.00-$13.00

Also, Every Sunday, from 5:30 PM to 2 AM, all food is half off as well.

Ketchup

8590 Sunset Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90069

(310)289-8590

Fun Every Day Happy Hour at the Belmont

2009-05-05T08:41:00.000-07:00

Happy Hours should be a fun time spent with your friends with discounted food and drinks and The Belmont is a perfect place for that.

Every Day, from 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., all appetizers and drinks are 50% off.

Appetizer prices after the happy hour discount range from $5.50-$7.00.

This place has a covered big smoker-friendly patio and also TV's to watch a game inside.

Personal Favorites: Their famous Mac & Cheese (with blue crab and three types of cheeses) and Beer Battered Fish (Halibut) and Chips.

The Belmont
747 N. La Cienega Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(310)659-8871

Dollar Dog Days at the Stand

2009-04-30T19:08:00.000-07:00

The Stand hot dog joint has recently introduced "Dollar Dog Days", where Every Day, from 3:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M., you can satisfy your craving for a hot dog for $1 (Stand Hot Dog) and $2.50 (Loaded Stand Hot Dog) and quench your thirst with a 20 oz. beer for $2.

The hot dogs can be made wth 100% Beef or Turkey (low-fat).

The $1 Stand Hot Dogs come with condiments and sauces such as: Diced red onion, Diced yellow onion, Diced tomato, Sweet pickle relish, Neon pickle relish, Dill pickles, Salsa, Spicy cajun sauce, 1000 island dressing, Chipotle BBQ sauce and much more.

The Loaded Stand Dogs come with choices of condiments such as: Chili, Sauerkraut, Coleslaw, Swiss cheese, Cheddar cheese, Grilled onions, Avocado, Garlic mushroom and more.

Locations include: Westwood Village, Century City, Encino and Woodland Hills.

Check their website for more information at http://www.thestandlink.com/.

Sunset Strip Free Cocktail Bites Happy Hour

2009-04-29T16:07:00.000-07:00

This deal is located at the RH Restaurant inside the new Andaz West Hollywood Hotel.

Every day, from 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M., they offer free gourmet cocktail bites if you order a regular-priced drink.

Cocktail bites selection includes: prosciutto with ciabatta, shrimp ceviche, mushroom tart, roasted eggplant and foie gras crostini.

During the happy hour time, it is not that difficult to find metered parking on the street, so go on and enjoy this happy hour at the new Sunset Stip hotel.

RH at Andaz Hotel
8401 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323)785-6090

Wednesday Dining Deals

2009-04-25T18:31:00.000-07:00

Here are a couple of great dining deals that can be enjoyed on Wednesdays.

The first one is a cozy and cute French bistro called Soleil where on Wednesdays nights starting at 5:00 P.M., they offer All-You-Can-Eat Mussels and Frites for $14.95/per person which people rave about. The mussels can be cooked either in a garlic, shallot, parsley sauce or a tomato-based sauce.

Also, you can bring your own bottle of wine for a low corkage fee of $5/per bottle.

Soleil
1386 Westwood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310)441-5384 - Must Make Reservations 24 hours in advance for the Wednesday Deal.

Another Wednesday deal is at a beatiful, high-ceiling Campanile Restaurant where they offer a $22 Prix-Fixe 3 course "Soup Kitchen" menu as well as their special $7 cocktails from their "Liquidity Crisis Drink" menu every Wednesday night.

3 course menu includes: soup du jour, entree and a homemade ice cream.

Entree selection changes weekly, but here are some examples: Coq Au Vin, Grilled Sea Bass, Wild Mushroom Risotto, Grilled Trout with butternut squash risotto cakes.

Campanile
624 South La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323)938-1447

Katana Amazing Every Day Happy Hour

2009-04-24T16:32:00.000-07:00

Katana-Robata and Sushi Bar is a fine dining, amazingly delicious and quite expensive restaurant. However, they just introduced a new Happy Hour where you can enjoy their food and ambiance without spending half of your paycheck.

The Happy Hour is available at their bar and at the Patio Lounge, which would be my preferred option since you would be overlooking the Sunset Stip.

Selected Drinks, Hors'douvres, Robata (Skewers) and Sushi Rolls are $5.00 during

Mondays through Fridays, 5:30 P.M.-7:00 P.M
Saturdays and Sundays, 6:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M.

Drink Selections include: Well Drinks, Katana's Fusion, Wine, Beer, Sake, which is a great deal since an average drink price at Katana is $13-$14.

Personal Favorites: Spicy Tuna atop Crispy Rice Cakes (2 pc) and Tempura Rock Shrimp with Cilantro Mayo & Spicy Mayo Dipping Sauce.

Also, every Sunday from 5:30 P.M.-11:30 P.M., Katana hosts a Red Sun BBQ Gargen on their beautiful patio when they have a special Red Sun BBQ Garden menu and their $5 Happy Hour is available for the whole event. This event lasts through the Labor Day weekend.

Katana
8439 W. Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323)650-8585

Happy Hour at Amoon Ra Mediterranean Restaurant- CLOSED

2009-04-22T19:15:00.001-07:00

Amoon Ra Restaurant and Cafe is a new Mediterranean spot that not a lot of people know about. It is a great place to unwind with your friends, smoke some hookah on their enclosed patio, drink tea and grab a delicious meal as well.

Amoon Ra has a pretty long Happy Hour, 4:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. on Mondays through Fridays when hookahs are $9.95 and wine and beer is $3.95/per glass.

Personal Favorites:

Tawook (Chicken Kebab) entree which is regular priced but affordable - $14.00 and the plate is big enough to share for 2 people. It is super moist and comes with a delicious garlic paste.
Also, their Hummos is yummy.

Amoon Ra
980 N. La Cienega Bvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90069
(310) 854-7777

Happy Hour with Free Gourmet Appetizers

2009-04-20T19:25:00.000-07:00

This is a fantastic deal!

On Mondays-Fridays, from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Il Moro swanky Italian restaurant has an unbeatable happy hour. With a purchase of a regular priced drink, you get an array of complimentary (endless) gourmet Italian finger food served buffet style.

Appetizers include: Stuffed roma tomatoes and mushrooms, bruschetta, mini shrimp cocktails, pasta dishes, roasted chicken skewers, cured Italian meats, assortment of cheeses, fruits and much more.

Also, on Thursdays (Happy Hour time), the restaurant offers Beer Flight Tasting for $10/per person.

Il Moro
11400 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 575-3530

Bacaro L.A. Wine Bar 1st Anniversary Party and Beefsteak Sundays

2009-04-14T19:07:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, 04/18/09, from 6 P.M.-11 P.M., already popular Bacaro L.A. wine bar is turning 1 and they are having their 1st Anniversary Party during which you can enjoy an Open Bar (wine and beer only) and passed hors d'oeuvres all night long for $15 per person.

Also, this wine bar has "Beefsteak Sundays" every first Sunday of the month at 5:30 P.M. and 8 P.M.

For $25 per person, 2 hours, you get an All You Can Eat grilled hanger steak and roastead market potatoes, bread and butter as well as All You Can Drink Red Wine and Beer.

Last but not least, during their Happy Hour, Mondays-Thurdays,
5 P.M.-7 P.M, all Cichetti (bite-sized snacks) are $5.

Bacaro L.A.
2308 S. Union Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213)748-7205

Happy Hour with Breathtaking Views

2009-04-09T14:45:00.000-07:00

The Penthouse restaurant and lounge at the Huntley Hotel is situated above 18 stories and has beatiful views of the Santa Monica shores.

On Mondays-Fridays, from 4:00 PM-7:00 PM, they have a Sunset Happy Hour, when they offer a $7 lounge dining menu and beer/wine specials.

Lounge dining menu includes items: Pommes Frittes, Chicken or Steak Brochettes, Sliders, Shortrib Tacos, Warm Goat's Cheese Poppers, Crispy Rock Shrimp.

Wine- $8.00 per glass
Beer- $5.00

The Penthouse
at The Huntley Hotel
1111 Second Street
Santa Monica, CA 90403

New BBQ spot in West Hollywood, CA

2009-04-07T18:08:00.000-07:00

Baby Blues BBQ is new BBQ place that recently opened in the former Cha Cha Cha location in West Hollywood. It is a second location to the widely popular original location in Venice, CA. The original location does not have a liquor licence, but the West Hollywood one has a full bar.

They have a happy hour on weekdays, from 1:00 PM-8:00 PM and on weekends, from 12:00 PM-4:00 PM when all drinks are $3.00 and selected appetizers such as (buffalo wings, hush puppies and fried green tomatoes) are $5.00.

Baby Blues BBQ
7953 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
http://www.babyblueswh.com/

Great Sushi for Less

2009-04-06T13:51:00.000-07:00

Hara Sushi Restaurant is a great sushi spot in West LA that has happy hour everyday of the week from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM when beer, sake and non premium sushi and maki rolls are Half off. Their premium sushi is always regular priced, but cheap (~$7) and huge.

Another icing on the cake for this sushi spot, is that they give you free miso soup in the beginning of the meal and at the end, free green tea ice cream (delicious).

Personal Favorites: Hot Night roll and Tuna Lover roll.

Hara Sushi
12222 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310)820-1021

Fine Dining All you can eat Korean BBQ- $25

2009-04-04T16:35:00.000-07:00

Shin Restaurant is a relatively new place that is located in the heart of Hollywood. Unlike a lot of other all-you-can-eat Korean bbq places, it has a really nice atmosphere and top quality meat.

For $25, you can get, Marinated beef rib bone out, Shin's famous ribs, thick sliced pork belly, thin sliced bef brisket, marinated spencer steak (bulgogi), spicy chicken and spicy pork, which you grill on your own table. The grills are ventilated so you will not leave the restaurant smelling like bbq.

Personal Favorites: Shin's famous ribs, bulgogi and spicy chicken.

Shin
1600 Wilcox Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323)464-4100
Tue-Fri: 7:00 PM- 12:00 AM
Sat-Sun: 5:00 PM-12:00 AM

Anarkali Indian Restaurant $25 off Dinner

2009-04-01T21:28:00.000-07:00

This one is for all of the Indian food lovers out there!

Anarkali restaurant has a very authentic Indian feel and most importantly, delicious food. On their website, http://www.anarkali-la.com/, you can find a coupon for $25 off for dinner purchase of $40 or more, not including alcoholic beverages. Dine-in only.

Essentially, a couple can have an Indian feast for $15, which is pretty amazing.

Personal Favorite: Chicken Tikka Masala

Anarkali
7013 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323)934-6488

El Guapo and Ketchup Sunday Deals

2009-03-30T20:46:00.000-07:00

These two restaurants have awesome Sunday Deals when all food is 50% off.

Let's start with Ketchup Restaurant. It is a trendy restaurant with a pretty unique theme, TOMATO. It has good food, which on Sundays, from 5:30 PM to 2 AM, can be enjoyed for half off.

Appetizers - ($3.50-$7.50)
Entrees- ($8-$13)

Personal Favorites: Scandalicious Lobster Wraps and Shake'n Bake.

Ketchup
8590 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90069
(310)289-8590

El Guapo Cantina has a much more casual atmosphere and where it is just cool to hang out when you want to unwind from the worries of the past week. It has a huge patio where you can relax under the stars.

Starting 5 PM-12 AM on Sundays and 7 PM-12 AM on Mondays, all food is 50% off as well, with food prices averaging $5!

Personal Favorite: Ultimate Fajitas that come with grilled chicken, shrimp and steak.

El Guapo Cantina
7250 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323)297-0471

Dominick's $15 Sunday Supper

2009-03-28T19:18:00.000-07:00

Sunday is a great day to meet with friends and catch up on the whole week together, but you do not want to spend a lot while doing that, so here is one of the Sunday deals that will be wallet-friendly.

Dominick's Restaurant offers a 3-course Sunday Supper for $15. Usually it is pretty pricey to dine at this place which Frank Sinatra used to frequent, but on Sundays it is a steal. Every week, the 3 course menu changes. So check the restaurant's website for the current week's sunday supper menu at http://dominicksrestaurant.com/

This week's Sunday Supper Menu is:

Green Salad
Beef Braciole
Tiramisu

Also, on this day, you can get a bottle of their house wine (Dago/Red or White) for $10 and Moretti beer for $2.

Dominick's
8715 Beverly Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310)652-2335
Open at 6 PM everyday

Red Corner Asia Restaurant Cheap Lunch Special

2009-03-27T20:09:00.000-07:00

Red Corner Asia restaurant is a Thai place that has people raving about its food. And now people have another reason to love this place, and it is their lunch special.

From 11 AM to 3 PM on Mondays-Fridays, they have a $4.99 special. It includes an entree, soup or salad, 2 fried wontons and rice.

Some of the choices for a (chicken, beef or pork) entree are:

Sweet and Sour
Prik Khing
Cashew Nut or Kung Pao
Pad Thai
Pad See Ew
Red, Green or Yellow Curry
Spicy Noodle

This place is not hole in the wall and has a nice decor and is surprisingly relatively inexpensive.

Moreover, Red Corner Asia now has a happy hour, M-F (4 PM-7 PM)- $2 beers.

Red Corner Asia
5267 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323)466-6722

open 'till 2 AM.

CLOSED- Tokyo Table Happy Hour on the La Cienega Restaurant Row

2009-03-26T16:48:00.000-07:00

Love, love this place!

Tokyo Table restaurant offers Japanese cuisine and it is really yummy. They have a happy hour in their lounge from 5 PM to 7 PM on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, but on Thursdays-Saturdays the happy hour is extended until 8 PM.

They already have very reasonable prices considering their location, but their happy hour takes the cake.

Geisha Saketinis (lychee, monkey banana, fruit-flavored frozen, red grape, sour apple, strawberry & cream, peach)- $4
Beer - $3
Peppered Chicken Wings (delicious) - $3
Mongolian Beef Hamburger- $4
and much more.

Personal Favorites: Geisha Lychee Saketini and Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice.

Tokyo Table
50 N La Cienega Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310)657- 9500

Asia De Cuba New Happy Hour

2009-03-24T20:24:00.000-07:00

Asia De Cuba restaurant located in the Mondrian Hotel on Sunset Strip has just introduced "The Recess is on" happy hour. This is a chance for everyone to visit this trendy and very pricey place at a much cheaper price.

The happy hour is available at their lounge which is located at the hotel's newly remodeled lobby.

From 5 PM to 7 PM every day, all of the lounge menu items including drinks are half off.

Asia De Cuba
8440 West Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90069
(323)848-6000

Taco Tuesdays

2009-03-22T14:11:00.000-07:00

Tuesdays are infamous for great taco deals, especially in the Los Angeles Area, so here are a few flaces that offer it.

One of my favorite places is Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill that has one of the best fish tacos, which are $1.25 on Tuesdays, from 2:30 PM- closing.

Many locations throughout the state of California. Check locations at http://www.rubios.com/.

Favorite location:
12007 Wilshire Blvd.
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310)231-7006

Spanish Kitchen is another great location that has a Tuesday Taco deal.

They are $2 each and have a great selection such as:

grilled lobster, grilled mesquite steak, adobo grilled chicken, beer battered mahi, beer battered shrimp, grilled shrimp pesto, spicy shrimp, grilled blackened salmon, grilled mahi, seasoned ground beef, chorizo y papas and shredded chicken.

Spanish Kitchen
826 N La Cienega Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90069
(310)659-4794

Monday Dining Deal at Citizen Smith

2009-03-21T15:26:00.000-07:00

Monday is a great time to go out on the town because there are so many deals to be had during that time. The businesses realize that Monday is by far not their busiest night so they try to entice the consumer with great deals that he or she just cannot refuse.

Citizen Smith restaurant offers its Friends and Family Mondays, when all food and drinks are 50% off from 11 A.M.-3 P.M. and 6 PM to 12 A.M.

Citizen Smith
1600 N. Cahuenga Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
(323)461-5001

Citizen Smith closes late and has a swanky bar so you can make a whole night of it and hang out there with a couple of drinks before or after dinner.

LuckyFish Anniversary Deal

2009-03-18T09:12:00.000-07:00

On 03/19/09, Thursday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, LuckyFish restaurant will be celebrating their 1 year anniversary.

The restaurant has a conveyor belt with sushi and all of the belt items will be $1 as well as $1 beer, wine and cocktails. The restaurant also has a regular menu with items that are not on the conveyor belt.

338 N. Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310)274-9800

Fine Dining Prix Fixe Deals

2009-03-17T16:04:00.000-07:00

I'll start things off with one of my favorite fine dining deals at:

Porterhouse Bistro

They have a $43.20/per person prix-fixe menu which includes a four-course dinner and 2 cocktails. It is offered nightly during their normal business hours.

8635 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310)659-1099

Personal Favorites: 24 oz Porterhouse Steak which is shared by 2 people, but still includes one side dish per person; and sauteed mushrooms.

Another deal is offered by the Innovative Dining Group, where the following restaurants have an "Appetite Stimulus Menu" available Sunday-Thursday:

Katana - four course dinner for $35/per person

8439 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA (323)650-8585

Sushi Roku- three course dinner for $30/per person

Several locations include: West Hollywood, Santa Monica and Pasadena

Boa Steakhouse- three course dinner for $40/per person

Locations include: West Hollywood and Santa Monica