Underrated LA County spot. Chill, family-friendly vibe with way less chaos than central LA. Good…read morefood scene - Mexican, diners, plus the old McDonald's landmark if you're into history. Everything you need is close: Downey Landing, parks, decent schools. Traffic on Firestone/Telegraph gets rough, but otherwise it's low-key and easy living.

City that tries hard to show spirit. I love Downey festival…read more They had an entire street with activities for the kids to play and explore with crafts too. Many vendors and food items were there. City community centers there like building and safety, police, fire department, ymca and library were there to share

Picturesque garden?? No, not really, but it may have once been! I must say, though, that the…read moreplants looked healthy and green, but there wasn't much else to look at. There's really not many flowers to see here now, just a large Bougainvillea shrub. In fact, I felt like we were walking in someone's backyard! This was on Yelp, so we came to see it! Nadine & I were here for a very brief and quick looksie! The state of one area was kind of sad! The grass in the main area had been taken care of, but the pool had not. Poolside, there were some inflatable Flamingo pool floaties faded by the sun. The statue of the cow was there, too... locked up. I didn't see the gazebo, it must be gone, too! There is no need to come see Andy's Garden, unless there is a restoration!

A disappointment…read more.. Alana and I both had this place bookmarked. From the photos, it seemed like such a beautiful garden. Ummm... maybe in the past, but not anymore... It seems like it's an abandoned space. There was a stage area, a gated up swimming pool that needed cleaning, and the cow figurine that looked so sad and lonely. The Lions Club sign is no longer there. I didn't want to take disturbing photos, so I angled my camera to show it in the best light... trying to be optimistic...haha! I cannot recommend that you come here. LOL!

This place was an easy 10/10! Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and very knowledgeable. She…read moreanswered all of our questions, made great recommendations. The food was absolutely amazing. The highlight for me was the fettuccine compleanno--the sauce was rich, flavorful, and easily one of the best pasta dishes I've had. Every bite was delicious. If you're looking for authentic Italian food with exceptional service, I highly recommend giving this place try. We'll definitely be coming back!

A mix of chill and local date-y vibes with tasty Italian food…read more Went for a Friday dinner, was pretty busy but they were able to seat us after a 5 min wait. Ordered a glass of wine along with their mushroom ravioli and pappardelle pasta. Both dishes were pretty hefty portions and delicious. I even used some of the bread to wipe some of the red sauce off the ravioli plate. Would definitely come back. Just be sure to make an rsvp (through the phone) so you're not waiting.

Cute spot to walk around and watch the the scenery…read more..... featuring a rotating collection of modern sculptures in a peaceful setting with paved paths, seating, but very small. Located right next to the library. Glad we came to check it out.

We took high school graduation photos for my daughter, the background was stunning!…read more Full of flowers and sculptures.

Believe it or not this city of Bell Gardens has a very busy "gambling" casino, an amazing Pawn shop…read morecalled BG loan & Jewelry, a very active rotary club that helps the community and plenty of shopping for this fashionista! Many a times I have jumped in my car and journeyed my way down here. It's not far from the city of Long Beach so you can make a day of it! It's a busy city but very clean and very friendly. I plan on taking my mama to the Casino next month so she can get a little wrist & hand action going on the slot machines Without traffic it takes about less than an hour to get here. But when is there ever no traffic in LA?! Just sayin'...

Once upon a time, this Faerie Queen visited the very busy city of Cerritos. Most of all, I…read moreappreciated the many restaurants, the beautiful library, the many highly ranked schools (shout out to WHS- #1 in Ca.), and the pleasing overall aesthetic of the walkways throughout the city. A lovely visit. The end.

Very disappointed in the way they address overnight parking in a family emergency. I grew up in…read moreCerritos since the 70s, my Mom still live there and now I have an emergency where I need to spend a few days watching her. Used to be able to call Sheriff Dept and give info they'd provide a temp overnight parking permit. Now they've automated with online application and I've spent 3 hours trying to obtain an overnight parking permit. It's not working due to software issues & there's no one to assist after business hours. I Called Cerritos Sheriff and they said if you get a ticket take it up with parking enforcement. You'd think in an emergency situation for parking the city would have a go to plan for it's citizens. Very Disappointed how insensitive the City of Cerritos has turned into when it comes to assisting it's citizens in emergency circumstances.

Mi familia por vida! Before anything is explained look at how many mango trees everyone has and…read morefull of mangoes!! Bell is like going into little Mexico. Impressive street tacos and ceviche tostadas. Let us not forget its people. It is old LA but if you look closely the locals are happy. Hey even the homeless are dance and laughing. It maybe all the free fruit from the mango trees. The city of Mango Trees! Got chile rellenos? They do offer some of the best chile rellenos in LA. Got Pokeman? Well, I will tell you a secret, the city of Bell has rare Pokemon characters to discover on those smart phone apps. Just drive around with your kids and trust me. You will hear the sounds of joy! LOL Pura Vida! City of Bell is the Mango City of Los Angeles! Pokeman aficionados this is a must on your bucket list! Enjoy!

If you are Selling or Buying a property in the City of Bell you will need to complete a PreSale…read moreProperty Inspection prior to the close of escrow. I found this out days prior to scheduled closing date. I thought it was going to be like watching paint dry. To my surprise, the City of Bell issued an inspection day as soon as seller turned in application and paid fees. Inspector Padilla showed up and was very cordial and professional. He knew our escrow needed this to proceed and knocked it out of the ballpark for us when within a few hours we had this email confirming report was ready. This was awesome Inspector Padilla. We appreciate your support in getting the report to us to move forward with our escrow. We thank the City of Bell and five stars from us.

First of all I don't know why ygs are adding one star review this restaurant is a five star review…read morethe food was bus I got a free cheese cake the service was good the server was nice. and yea 10/10 recommend

The food was prepared authentically and it was delicious. The ingredients were quality. Since it…read morewas our first time going to this restaurant, we were limited as to what food we tasted. Both were red sauce pastas. One lasagna. The other. Sizzling Skilletini® Cacciatore. Both delicious. Proceeded immediately, there was very few customers at the time we went. We were served shortly after we gave our order no complaint on that level. It felt like a very authentic Italian restaurant I loved it. The only downfall was that it was attached to another restaurant. And it shared the same restroom.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience here at Rubel Castle. Our host, guide,…read moreand local "Rubelligent" volunteer, Ms. Kathleen had all the intel about this historical property. She was so knowledgeable and helped set the stage for us to slip into a forgotten era and get a glimpse of how imagination met inventiveness with a DIY charm. ~ A LITTLE BACKSTORY FOR YOU ~ It's not pronounced Rubel as Barney from Flintstones. Rather, it's like Target is to Targét when we are trying to be fancy. So that's Rubel as in "Roo-bell." Unlike modern-day construction, Rubel Castle wasn't built overnight. It was made of collected recyclables and construction rubble that spanned many decades and took several friends and volunteers to build it. For Michael, however, the lifetime inspiration was first sparked at the age of 9. His love for canons was where it started and the rest is history you can hear about on the tour. But don't just show up like we did randomly one day. To book, visit RubelTours.org and make a reservation. ~ OUR TOUR EXPERIENCE ~ It's as if Michael Rubel, the creator and mastermind of this enchanted dominion had intended it to be--magical. Built in the castle period of wood and tin, every corner captured our interests, from antique cars to the 1890's Seth Thomas Tower Clock with a unique backstory (and only six in existence today). There were old vending machines, tools, trinkets, and machinery that time had long forgotten. Did I mention there was a drawbridge? Yes, and a dungeon too. I was just waiting for a dragon to come swoop down on us next. Walk in the footsteps of famous visitors like Alfred Hitchcock, Dwight Eisenhower, Jack Benny, and Bob Hope. It's a feast for the eyes no matter where you glance. I particularly enjoyed the bottle house that Michael built in 1968 as his "home" as a kid. That independent spirit was quite charming to see. ~ WATERCOLOR NATURESCAPE ~ We were fortunate to have our gracious host lead us on a tour and organize a special art crafting experience outdoors. It was absolutely lovely beneath the trees and between rusted vintage cars from the turn of the century. We each got a small canvas to paint our flowers in watercolor. (This particular experience takes place in the Spring and Fall, weather permitting.) We heard the squirrels rattling in the leaves and birds chirped and sang in the trees above. We discovered that peacocks apparently originated from this property, compliments of Michael Rubel. And did I mention that on the far side of the property, a custom garden was in full bloom? BOOK A TOUR Help support the Glendora Historical Society and keep this magnificently unique city-castle maintained. It's worth it.

A castle in Glendora? Yes, your eyes aren't deceiving you--Rubel Castle is real, it's magnificent,…read moreand it's gloriously eccentric. Thanks to the sheer persistence (and probably delightful stubbornness) of Michael Rubel, we now have this quirky, towering State Treasure sitting right in the middle of Glendora like a fairy tale that accidentally took a detour through a hardware store. This place is beautifully done, and part of its charm is that it's a full-on hodgepodge of relics, antiques, crystal trinkets, and "wait... what is that doing here?" moments tucked into every nook and cranny. You'll marvel, you'll laugh, you'll squint in confusion--honestly, it's everything you'd want in a castle built with love, imagination, and a dash of madness. And let's talk about the makeshift cemetery. Quirky? YES. Fun? Absolutely. Slightly spooky? Only if your imagination is over-caffeinated. But it fits the vibe perfectly--like the castle whispered, "You know what I'm missing? A tiny cemetery." The tours are fantastic, the guides are passionate, and the whole experience feels like you're stepping into a living scrapbook of California history and charming chaos. Overall: Amazing, amazing place. Book your tour. They only do tours every first Sunday of the month, so set your alarms, mark your calendars, tie a string around your finger--just don't miss it. Rubel Castle is truly a California State Treasure, and an absolute must-see for anyone who appreciates creativity, history, and a little eccentric sparkle.

The Olive Garden meals are always reliably delicious, but I will say that this time, instead of…read moreordering the salad out of fear of ingesting that parasite that is currently plaguing folks, I ordered never ending soup. I ordered the zuppe toscana and the minestrone soup, and they were both lacking in flavor. The zuppe toscana had big slices of potato that were awkward to eat in a soup and although it did have a kick because of the spicy sausage, it felt a little thin. The minestrone wasn't anything special - the prevalent taste was canned diced tomatoes. However, my main entree was delicious. I ordered the Calabrian steak and shrimp bucatini. The sauce was great and the shrimp was cooked to perfection. The beef could have been cooked better as it was a giant lump of beef pieces that were stuck together in the middle of my dish when I first received it, but overall, it was delicious. The service was also very good and very prompt, which I do appreciate.

Perhaps it's just this location, but the service at this Olive Garden was terrible. Our waitress…read moredidn't refill our drinks (we had to ask twice) and the appetizer I ordered never arrived. When I asked the manager to cancel it since our meals had already come out, there was no attempt to resolve the issue beyond a simple acknowledgment. She just said, "Oh, okay, we'll take it off the bill." The food isn't even good enough to justify dealing with service like this. Please want better for yourself as a paying customer. North Italia could never. Also, our "clean" utensils had hardened food + stains. Disgusting.