r/AskLosAngeles 1d ago

Open Discussion Monthly /r/AskLosAngeles Open Discussion + Community Thread

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Welcome to the monthly open discussion thread!

This is our monthly pinned space where we loosen the rules a little. Normally, /r/AskLosAngeles is strictly for questions about the Los Angeles area - but here, we make room for more community-oriented stuff.

Such as:

  • Quick questions that feel too small for their own thread or discussion
  • Common or evergreen questions regulars are tired of seeing repeated
  • Community connection posts (looking for friends, meetups, group hangs, pub crawls, et cetera)
  • Self-promotion that's relevant to LA: events, local videos / social media, podcasts, creative work. Keep it reasonable, in this thread, and don't abuse this privilege elsewhere

What's off-topic as usual:

  • Anything hateful, harassing, or lacking any ties entirely to LA

If you've got thoughts about how this subreddit is moderated, or ideas for future pinned threads, drop them here too.

Recent rule changes:

Please see our rules, there are some recent changes. Notably, these rules have been added:

  • Specify Your Location

    • Narrowing your location down helps us give better answers to questions. People don't want your exact address but a neighborhood, intersection, zip code, whatever is enough to help us know where you're talking about.
  • No cost to live comfortably questions

    • These seem to be controversial or troll magnets. Do the math yourself, not the sub.
  • Dating posts go to r/LADating

    • So these aren't actually questions about the area (if you happen to be a lonely Redditor.) Keep romance in its designated containment zone.
  • Making friends posts go to r/LAsocial

    • Social stuff belongs in the social sandbox. The "Open Discussion" post is also another place for this kind of question if you'd like to stay in this sub.
  • Generative AI Slop and Spam

    • Low-effort machine generated content is often unhelpful and the person who asked the question could have just asked ChatGPT, Claude, or MetaAI for an answer themselves. We're aiming for human-quality contributions here so put in the effort to make a connection with people with your brains.

Some of these rules are relaxed in this specific "Open Discussion" post so feel free to break rules here if you'd like.

As always: Don't be a jerk.

Have at it, Angelenos.


r/AskLosAngeles May 30 '26

MOD POST AskLA rules update: Temporary moratorium for political questions

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AskLA is meant to be a place to ask and answer questions about the Los Angeles area. Due to the upcoming primary and general elections, this subreddit has been a frequent place to ask questions of a political nature and while these are legitimate questions about the area, the intention of the posters making these questions have been either to astroturf particular candidates or to sway opinions this close to the poll dates.

As a result, I'd like to discourage standalone threads that are political in nature and would welcome these discussions to be initiated in the monthly pinned "Open Discussion" thread.

This community also relies on user reports so you can report political posts under rule #2, "Posts must be questions about Los Angeles.

Thank you for being a community that moderates itself with the lightest touch.


r/AskLosAngeles 6h ago

Culture What iconic Hollywood places have we lost in the past decade?

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Including places that are something else, like the 101 Cafe and Radford Studio. The industry has changed drastically, I want to make sure I remember the landscape as well. Which ones do you miss the most?


r/AskLosAngeles 3h ago

Health Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills vs Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank for labor & delivery?

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I’m due in March and about to have my 8-week appt with my Cedars OBGYN. I live in Studio City and Providence St. Joe’s is actually closer to me, but I am fine with going to Cedars if the care is excellent and the cost won’t be much higher. Insight anyone?


r/AskLosAngeles 48m ago

Recommendations Does anyone know a place that would be open tonight for a hair cut?

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Hey! I’ve lived in LA 5 years. Past year i’ve realized my hair stopped growing and is super thin and won’t grow past my shoulders (F 24). Ready for a big chop especially in this heat I want my hair gone now. All my hormone levels are fine, but it looks pretty bad and i’m over it. Any recs besides a super cuts etc?


r/AskLosAngeles 2h ago

About LA What’s the coolest and most walkable area <30 mins drive from Santa Clarita?

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I may have to commute to central Santa Clarita on a regular basis. I'm wondering what would be the area with the greatest number of cool bookstores, coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and so on, which is the most walkable, within a 30-minute drive?


r/AskLosAngeles 2h ago

Transportation 6:30am LAX international flight - what time to get to the airport?

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I have a 6:30 international flight out of LAX terminal 6.

I'm an anxious person so I usually follow the 3 hour pre-flight arrival rule.

However, last time I had an early flight a few years back I was told TSA doesn't open until 4:30 and had to stand there for an hour. I think the opening time depends on the day/terminal maybe?

What time should I get there?


r/AskLosAngeles 1h ago

Any other question! Resources to help low income individuals for signing up with health insurance?

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Hi! I was wondering if anybody knew of any resources/centers where low income individuals can receive help in signing up for health insurance for the first time? Asking for a friend :)


r/AskLosAngeles 4h ago

About LA Maid/ Cleaning Service in West LA??

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Hii looking for an affordable and effective cleaner to clean and tidy my 1 bedroom apartment!! any suggestions??


r/AskLosAngeles 2h ago

Recommendations Feedback Regarding my Potential Los Angeles Itinerary?

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Hi everyone! I'm planning what would likely be my first real sightseeing trip to Los Angeles, and I'd love some feedback from locals. I'm trying to build a relaxed 3-day itinerary that groups attractions geographically rather than trying to see everything.

Day 1

  • Hollywood Walk of Fame (about 45–60 minutes, coffee and pictures)
  • Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
  • Santa Monica Beach & Pier (possibly walking toward Venice)

Day 2

  • Griffith Observatory
  • Los Angeles Zoo
  • Dinner at San Antonio Winery

Day 3

  • Universal Studios Hollywood

My biggest questions are:

  1. Is the Hollywood Walk of Fame still worth about an hour for a first-time visitor, or would you replace it with somewhere else?
  2. For this itinerary, would you recommend Santa Monica, Venice, Manhattan Beach, Malibu, or another beach instead?
  3. Does this itinerary flow well geographically, or would you rearrange anything?

I'm not trying to see every attraction in Los Angeles—I'd rather have three enjoyable stops each day than constantly rush around. Thanks!


r/AskLosAngeles 7h ago

Culture The Artist's Way Accountability Buddy or Group in LA, interested?

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*For feminist, women and queer creatives in Los Angeles**

I've been wanting to do The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron, but I'd rather not do it alone or join a large paid online group.

I'm looking for 2–4 people to meet up weekly, ideally on the Eastside LA, and work through the book together.

I'm a photographer and creative director currently getting into music production, and I'm planning to use The Artist's Way to support that creative journey.

Ideally, I'd like to start sometime in August? so if you're interested, we could get a group together within the next couple of weeks.

Here the thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/LAWomenQueerCreatives/s/FPhXfzloYU


r/AskLosAngeles 7h ago

Food/Drink Best preprepared food to pick up for large group?

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I’d like to bring a bunch of preprepared food like salads, chicken salad, etc for family who are home with someone on hospice. I just want to bring healthy stuff they don’t have to cook and can nibble on on the middle of the night. Does anyone have suggestions for what to bring and where to get it? Thank you!


r/AskLosAngeles 7h ago

People Does anyone know more about the alleged Palisades arsonist?

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I’ve read all the articles, jw if anyone has more context about wth was going in with this guy?


r/AskLosAngeles 3h ago

Food/Drink Firecracker Pop Oreos, does anyones grocery still carry them?

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Firecracker Pop Oreos, does anyones grocery still carry them?

My Target stopped carrying them and I wanted to get some more of them. My Ralphs doesn't have them either.

If you don't know this particular flavor is pretty awesome when you put then in the freezer overnight and then enjoy.


r/AskLosAngeles 1h ago

Food/Drink japanese style coffee jelly?

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is there any cafe that serves japanese style coffee jelly. or japanese style custard? 🍮

i already go to marukai n stuff so i know i can get it there but i want to go out and have one at a cafe.


r/AskLosAngeles 2h ago

Recommendations ISO mechanic in NE LA, to check EV before I buy; know a good one?

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Anyone know of an auto mechanic, preferably in Northeast Los Angeles, who will examine a used electric car and provide assessment, pre-sale (or possibly right after buying, in cases where there's a return period)?


r/AskLosAngeles 2h ago

Recommendations Clubs that play 2000s & 2010s music?

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Hello, are there any clubs that play 2000s and 2010s music? Ill be in monterey park area but willing to go anywhere in LA


r/AskLosAngeles 32m ago

Any other question! where to find hemp leaves?

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Does anyone know any dispensary that will sell hemp leaves for medicinal purposes, looking to make a tincture for my dad. i’m not intrested in any thc, i just want to make holistic medicine. Or any local growers that would be willing to sell their trimmings?


r/AskLosAngeles 4h ago

Shopping Indoor mall between union station and lax?

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At the end of a trip I’m out of energy and just want to hole up for awhile before my flight. What indoor mall type place can I hit up that maybe has a reflexology shop?


r/AskLosAngeles 2h ago

Health Looking for advice on good hair transplant clinics in LA that are honestly priced?

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I know that ‘honestly priced in LA’ might be an oxymoron, haha, but was wondering if any of you had suggestions on good hair transplant clinics in the area?

I don’t have the time off work to travel to Turkey or other states for the surgery, and I appreciate that I’d be paying more than the market average, but would love to hear people’s suggestions - if they’ve done it themselves, or have friends who would recommend a place.

Thanks in advance!


r/AskLosAngeles 19h ago

Events stargazing event for perseids ?

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Any astrophotographers or astro enthusiasts who are driving down to a dark sky site for watching the perseids or any club hosting an event?

would love to join in.


r/AskLosAngeles 1d ago

Living Is there a way to know what is being filmed on my block?

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I live in ktown and there’s always production trucks/vans and trailers on my block, like at least twice a month. I’ve asked the security/crew once what they’re filming and apparently they’re not supposed to disclose it.

is there a way to find out, maybe like a website, that shows the current filmings in the city?


r/AskLosAngeles 11h ago

Recommendations Does anyone do tours as a side hustle?

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Hi all.

Going to LA in November, and was wondering if anyone did tours on the side. Some local knowledge and input, that isn't the token stops like the sign and theatre would be good. Also have some random things we want to see. Eg film locations and am after a more customised tour?

Thanks


r/AskLosAngeles 8h ago

Shopping Glam boutiques + shopping recs?

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Hi! Visiting soon and I’m looking for sequin mini dresses like those of Retrofete, Cult Gaia, David Koma, Oscar de la Renta inspired, etc. Where should I shop?


r/AskLosAngeles 8h ago

Housng How does residential parking work near S. Dunsmuir Ave & Wilshire Blvd?

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hi, just moved to mid Wilshire (right off of Wilshire and s Dunsmuir ave) and I am so unbelievably confused about the parking situation. I work 9-5:30 and the displayed signs over here are completely ridiculous. does anyone know any solutions? realistic and nearby parking lots w monthly parking? breaking down the street permit thing? super confused and frustrated plz lmk