Fred Segal has great designer cuffs and accessories—my favorite store by far! They have everything. -Lynne Curtin, Real Housewives of Orange County
This massive pillar was commenced in 1815 and completed in 1829. It is the first monument dedicated to the “Father of our Country." There are 228 steps to the top.
A cozy little spot to bring your book or laptop & snuggle up with some coffee & a sandwich. Rustic in feel, the fireplace & pillows make this a very easy place to get lost for an afternoon. - Jill
LA's most charming place to watch live music. It's tucked away in an alley, so try not to pass it. This tiny venue has launched the careers of some of music's brightest. -IFC Viewer
This choose-your-own-adventure sushi spot let's you first choose a seaweed or soy wrap, then up to three vegetables, followed by their choice of cooked or raw vitals and specialty sauces. Mehr erfahren.
If you're hungry, stop by the Sausage & Pepper stand in the main plaza to grab some grub!
Take a journey through A&M history here. The center also houses the world famous Metzger-Sanders gun collection.
Recommended: Sheep's milk ricotta, blue crab crostini, lamb sliders, artichoke, ravioli, maltagliati with pesto, gigantoni with pork ragù, pistachio brown butter cake, rice custard gelato. Mehr erfahren.
Built in 1913 and modeled on England's Warwick Castle, Maryvale Castle was once home to the highly respected Dr. Walter F. Wickes.
Fans can be feral (even though they’ll never dance). If you step out for a smoke, leave plenty of time to get back anywhere near the front.
Best Greek lunch and dinner. Local and organic salads, hot plates and soups. Best mashed potatoes and seared tuna. -Tressa Williams, Launch My Line
It's where the art crowd drinks. Great neighborhood. -Merle Ginsberg, Launch My Line
By far the hottest club in L.A. right now. Although straight, the ladies are accessible.... cause I'm on the REAL L WORD!! :) - Rose
NY: IFC's Thu Tran says, "Not the best sandwich place, but very fun. 1 stop shop for a roast pork banh mi, cds, mags and panties. AVOID the styrofoam plated saran-wrapped desserts here. They suck!" Mehr erfahren.
I bought every hardcover Harry Potter book at housing works for $3. Nerdy? Yes. But also thrifty! Brooklyn Heights' rich people's trash is now my treasure. - Elizabeth, blogger TheFABlife.com
Cha gio, with pork and mushrooms, have crisp and bubbled rice-paper skins. Some specials deserve to be staples: the catfish atop vermicelli, and a tangy salad of mango, cabbage and banana blossoms. Mehr erfahren.
Chicago: Old timey gentleman's club meets young, clubby arts scene in Wicker Park's historic flat iron building. We hear Monday nights here are the best. -IFC Viewer
One of America's oldest taverns. Ah yeah, Paul Revere popped by for a pint during his famous ride. or that's what we like to think. Bottoms up!!
Head east to Gastown along Cordova St and Water St for great local restaurants and bars, trendy boutiques, and tourist attractions like the steam clock and the Vancouver Lookout.
Doc Films (Max Palevsky Cinema, Ida Noyes Hall, 1212 E 59th St) is the oldest student run film society in the country, shows a mix of art films and popular flicks, all for $5. Open to the Public. Mehr erfahren.
SD: The Waterfront boasts San Diego's oldest liquor license and the best burgers in town. For young coeds and old salty dogs alike. -IFC Viewer
The real draw at this footwear store is, naturally, the shoes (from bright Jeffrey Campbell flats to Fornarina sneakers), but MJ also offers affordable clothing from BB Dakota and Corey Lynn Calter. Mehr erfahren.
Play Toss the Boss (Sat 2–5pm, Sun 2–7pm): the bartender will flip a coin for each round; call it right and your drinks are on the house. Mehr erfahren.
Home to more than 1300 animals, grab some peanuts & come roar with us. Definitely take a ride in the Channel 6 Zooballoon for the best view in the city. Mehr erfahren.
Learn about Native American, Harmony & Mennonite cultures near the spot where the first shot was fired in the French-Indian war – aimed at George Washington! Mehr erfahren.
On extremely hot days, be careful -- in July, 2010, temperatures on the black rubber playground here reached a city-wide high of 171 degrees Fahrenheit. Mehr erfahren.
For those wanting comfort food, try the sauerkraut & mushroom pierogies, or the Amber or Gypsy schnitzels — rich veal with a side of fluffy mashed potatoes. Mehr erfahren.
Stocked with exclusives from top-notch indie talents: Maxi dresses from Meghan and Hemyca’s rustic coats are shown off in a cozy, low-lit space, punctuated by a faux—but no less enchanting—fireplace. Mehr erfahren.
Brimming with everyday-wearable pieces rendered in luxe fabrics, such as Uluru cashmere tunics, ultra-soft jersey Lewis Cho dresses, and elaborately tailored Nicholas K fleece jackets. Mehr erfahren.
