Located in the shopping district of one of Los Angeles's most exclusive neighborhoods (old money Hancock Park), this is a delightful "neighborhood" wine shop. On the right-hand side of the store you'll find a broad selection of vintages and prices in the wines, the $6 and $150 bottles sharing bins. One wall it is stocked with top-shelf liquor brands and a small humidor. On the other side of the shop is a small deli with gourmet and import foods. The panini sandwiches are excellent.
Everywhere you look in this place, there is something one needs to pull together for the ultimate Italian feast. Imported olive oils, homemade pastas, delectable cheeses, a variety of sauces and an extraordinary selection of prosciutto, should help you get started when planning an Italian-themed celebration extraordinaire. Order an Italian sub and be prepared to be eating it for days. Yeah, they're that big! You will never leave Mario's hungry or disappointed, so plan on getting there with a lot of time on your hands.
This Long Beach music store specializes in space rock, a genre of experimental music that is a combination of 70's psychedelic and progressive music. It also sells a good selection of indie releases as well as electronica, jazz, rap and more. It also hosts live shows, past acts have included the 'Long Beach Dub All-Stars and Patti Smith'.
If you want cobblers, this is the place to get them! It sells delicious, gooey cobblers in all sizes and flavors, including peach, blackberry, apple, prune, boysenberry and cherry. Try an individual cobbler for fun or order a creation that will feed 30 people. Call a day ahead for any cobblers for more than four people. The owners are friendly and really love what they do, and it shows in their products.
This store sells a good selection of wine, beer and spirits. Most of the wines are Californian, French or Italian and they are sold for much less than you will find at other winesellers. The shop offers discounts for those who buy in bulk. It also sells most liquor (though nothing out of the ordinary) and beer, with specials usually running on cases of 24. It does not sell any food products. The owner is friendly and helpful. Come here to find that special bottle of wine for your romantic dinner or a case for your big party.
The Cigar Warehouse is a smoker's paradise, this place claims to stock the world's best cigars at the lowest prices. You will find the usual smoking accessories on display and helpful store personnel eager to help you. The store claims to sell to more Hollywood stars than any other place in town, so as you make your way down the narrow aisles, check out your fellow customers! Pipe tobaccos are also sold here. Some used accessories can often be purchased from this warehouse, so be sure to ask an employee what used items they currently have on hand. Disabled Patrons: While you might be able to gain entry into the store without too much difficulty, it may be too hard to maneuver a wheelchair down the really narrow aisles. Call ahead and see if you can place your order by phone like many other customers, who don't even live in California.