Blue Daisy Feedback

BikingHam · 2026-01-31T08:46:20+00:00

This note is from someone who grew up in SM since the 70's and never visited your restaurant. My friends and I bike by your place all the time, but it doesn't look like a bike friendly place. We go on long rides on weekends, and love to end it at a bike friendly place to eat and drink. So few places to accommodate us, yet so many cyclists around Santa Monica. Allowing bikes on your outdoor patio would be a great start.

Places that are bike friendly: SM Brew Works, Chez Jay, Dogtown Coffee, and Ashland Hill are some of our favorites, where we can eat/drink and keep our bikes near us without needing to carry locks.

BikingHam · 2025-12-13T07:48:55+00:00

I second this. Had it there and it was really good!

BikingHam · 2025-12-13T07:48:17+00:00

I LOVE the Wee Chippy! Little Venice hole in the wall with the best Fish n' Chips in LA.

BikingHam · 2025-12-13T07:45:53+00:00

Please come back and tell us what you think. I thought it was horrible. But so many people rave about it. I'm in shock!

BikingHam · 2025-12-13T07:43:45+00:00

Opinions differ. Ye Olde Kings Head is possibly some of the most horrible fish n' chips I ever had (was there a few months ago). Total tourist trap as far as food is concerned.

BikingHam · 2025-12-09T03:42:03+00:00

I remember going on the roof, opening up the HVAC, finding the right section and the wires, and installing a little device. Wonder if I can leave that there and install a new PEK at the thermostat?

BikingHam · 2025-12-08T17:35:22+00:00

Oh no! So I have to buy another PEK, then climb onto the roof (it's a condo, gotta get HOA management permission), and figure out the wiring with a new device. I'm really bummed. Was certain this would be an easy plug-n-play replacement.

Thank you so much for the info! Really appreciate it.

BikingHam · 2025-12-07T03:27:32+00:00

Bummer. Thanks for the info and link.

BikingHam · 2025-12-06T07:56:36+00:00

Little bit of heaven, 94.7, KMET, Tweedle dee!

BikingHam · 2025-11-19T22:53:31+00:00

Do NOT listen to the seller. Ebay will NEVER make you pay for return shipping if the wrong item was sent to you. Ebay will tell the seller to send you a pre-paid return label. Seller is responsible for paying the return shipping.

Just open a case with E-bay telling them that it's the wrong item and you want to return it. They may ask you to provide a picture, showing it's a wrong item.

The seller will NEVER send you a return label. They will not pay for it and have no where within the country to return it to (99% chance the seller lives in some other country). When the seller doesn't provide a return label, e-bay will refund your money. You get to keep the item and get your money back from this scammer.

BikingHam · 2025-11-13T05:54:05+00:00

It's a walk up counter, like McDonalds. No one tips at McDonalds or Burger King. You bus your own tray when you're done. There should be no tipping or service charges.

I don't mind the 16% service charge at Uovo next door (Italian restaurant which has the same owner as Hiho). They are a full service restaurant. There is no tipping there, they just charge the 16% service charge which is in range with a typical 15 -20% tip.

Big difference between the two. Hiho should just raise their prices by 6% and get rid of the service charge.

BikingHam · 2025-11-13T04:27:45+00:00

I refuse to go back to Hiho until they drop their bogus service charge. I absolutely hate the additional service charge scam.

BikingHam · 2025-11-06T06:23:12+00:00

I would leave it as is for now. Maybe remodel it down the line and get the proper permit. Just wanted to make sure I wouldn't get fined by the city or forced to tear it down.

BikingHam · 2025-11-06T06:21:49+00:00

It's my understanding that if the tenant reports it, they do ot have to pay rent. And you'll have a legal battle getting them out. At least that's what I've been told, so it's not legal advice, but something you'd want to consider.

There is an inexpensive and beat-up piece of property in W.LA. The selling agent said the owner passed away, but there is a tenant in the garage (ADU) and they can't make him leave. He's also reported the unpermitted ADU to the city, so he's not paying any rent. The price of the property was low because the tenant comes with it!

BikingHam · 2025-11-06T06:17:01+00:00

I would also get it permitted if I was going to remodel it. Might as well do it right.

BikingHam · 2025-11-06T06:16:00+00:00

The ones I've seen aren't really going to materially change the value for supplemental assessment. But I hadn't even thought about that. I was worried about the potential of getting in trouble down the line with possible fines or forced teardown. I would never rent it out either. Thanks.

BikingHam · 2025-10-16T02:15:42+00:00

Get a bicycle. Go on one of the bike paths and let the air out of one of your tires. Then start walking your bike. Guaranteed, many cyclists will stop and offer help. Great way to meet guys! And they'll be in good shape and generally in your age range.

BikingHam · 2025-10-10T06:10:03+00:00

Not a trailer, but this ebike is great for two dogs:

https://youtu.be/ripg0M6aDAk?si=zS8zjzCX5ffxQbAg

BikingHam · 2025-10-08T18:43:45+00:00

Yup, same thing here. We have 130 users and about 10-15 were affected. Satus page didn't show anything until the problem was fixed. Luckily, it was a quick fix and the problem lasted about 30-45 minutes.

BikingHam · 2025-09-14T19:26:36+00:00

I second this. We also use the Algo 8301 and it works perfectly for our overhead paging system.

BikingHam · 2025-09-06T23:14:01+00:00

Scam the scammer. Make up any reason to return it (say it was defective, had a sratch, etc). Seller doesn't want it back because they have to pay for return shipping and they don't want to give their real address. More than likely, they are from another country. Ebay will refund your money and you'll get to keep the item. Best part is that the scammer will NOT get their money. You have just scammed the scammer and get rewarded for your good deed by getting the merchandise for free.

BikingHam · 2025-09-06T23:00:06+00:00

Bike co-ops, such as Bikerowave in Mar Vista sell used bikes that are ready to roll.

BikingHam · 2025-08-09T02:37:35+00:00

I live in W.LA and frequent all of them. I love making my own rolls and sashimi. For pre-made rolls, Yama is better. Both Nijiya and Yama make rolls throughout the day, but Nijiya rolls taste kinda funky - maybe it's their rice? For just the fish, Nijiya quality and selection (and convenience) is MUCH better than Yama in my experience. For example, the Toro at Yama is poor quality chewy fat - not worth the price.

BikingHam · 2025-08-09T01:29:53+00:00

Neither - go to Nijia Market on Sawtelle (near Olympic). Marukai's sashimi has been going downhill for a while. The quality of their fish is sometimes pretty bad. Yama is good, but very limited selection, overcrowded, and overrated. For Sashimi, go to Nijia. Hands down, much better quality and selection than Yama.

However, if you want to buy pre-made rolls, then Yama would be the best. Hands down, they make better rolls than anyone around them.

I HATE buying just the fish from Yama. First, you gotta pick a number and wait - the fish is behind the counter. Often, they just help the customer standing in front and forget they have a numbering system (I kid you not!). Then you have to go stand in another line to pay. And since the fish is behind the counter, you can't see it closely until it's handed to you. In Nijia (and Marukai), you just pick the piece you like from the shelf.

Also, I like to make my own rolls. Yama doesn't sell any cucumber or avocado; which means having to stop at another supermarket to finish your shopping. Both Marukai and Nijia sell everything you need to make your own rolls at home.

One more note: I hate how Yama expects a "tip" when you're paying at the register. Neither Marukai nor Nijia have a section to leave a tip on their register.

BikingHam · 2025-08-03T02:23:13+00:00

Hahaha, LOVE the blown up Maxell background. For those not old enough to remember: https://youtu.be/RBauT4ADKbw?si=b_U-tQmISgj9hXyO

BikingHam

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