Raffis Bicycles

Fast, friendly, and affordable! Fernando the technician and Jim the owner help me out on my old…read morebike! Great local place

They always take care of me I bought bike from them it breaks down a lot but they always fix it for…read moreme

Just Ride LA

4.5

(575 reviews)

Great job on my bike service. Digital receipt for a easy in and out transaction. My bike is riding…read morelike new again!

Went in and ended up getting an Extremely expensive, all electric AddMotor Trike. I was ready to…read morepay in full for it, but salesman talked me into the 'Extended Pay' program through Synchrony Bank and the 'Freedom to Ride' program! IF YOU CAN PAY, DO NOT USE THIS PROGRAM!! They automatically give you a credit card, over 30% interest! Before I got any paperwork for the 'free loan' they sent me an unsolicited credit card with interest on that card over 30%! I thought it was an unsolicited credit card so I cut it up and threw it away. Almost instantly, I got daily comments through text messages, why have you not activated your credit card? Your credit card needs to be activated immediately!! I don't want their over 30% credit card!! Followed by texts, counting down days to payment due! When I try and set up account on the Synchrony bank app., to make a payment, I find that without a Synchrony bank account or their credit card, They tell me that they can't find me and no payment can be made at this time. No Credit Card or Checking or Savings account, located with Synchrony. So I call them and get someone with extremely limited English at the Offshore Call Center!! This person tells me that they will only accept payments through the Synchrony Bank. Either mail a check or money order, or my personal bank debit card information. Tried to pay in FULL using my personal debit card, but would not accept payment more than $500.00. I am glad this is a one purchase only transaction, because I will never go back to a business that insists on me using their payment program, instead of letting me go ahead and pay for my purchase at the time of purchase! P.S. I do enjoy the trike, just not the company that I have to make the payments to!! I just won't be going back very soon to this business! I located a shop near me that lubed the squeaks and will do any future repairs I may need. Also, their "chat" is not actually live. They tell you they will contact you in a few minutes, but it's been over hours and I'm still waiting.

DTLA Bikes

4.1

(344 reviews)

Came in a couple months ago looking for a single-speed bike. Met with Rodney and he showed me the…read more1-Love. Took it for a test ride downstairs where this dude literally re-taught me how to ride a bike in about 5 minutes. Tons of tips, tons of extra info about bikes, equipment, maintenance, etc. The bike itself has turned into an extension of my legs around town and am now already thinking about getting something to go longer distances when I go outside of DTLA. Went in to fix a flat a couple weeks after getting the bike and the maintenance guys were fast and friendly. Great place

DTLA Bikes is a large bike shop that offer a wide variety of bikes-big 'n small, apparels, bike…read moreparts, and gears. Also, they provide bike service if you get a flat tire or your bike is acting weird they will fix it. At a price of course. I am trading-in my car for a bike just because the gas price is milking me dry! Haha! Anyways, the real reason I want one is to be nature eco-friendly to commute to work. I am excited on this new adventure. Overall, I had a good experience at this bike store.

LA Golden Bicycle Shop

4.3

(98 reviews)

Best bicycle shop in LA hands down, and I have been to a lot (3 different shops this week alone)…read more The prices are reasonable, the service is incredibly fast (almost always same day), and the customer service is amazing. What took 2.5 hours at a different shop, only to eventually result in a refund, took 15 minutes at Golden for a significantly lower cost. Huge appreciation for this spot as someone who commutes on their bicycle ~12 miles per workday

I didn't know anything about bikes before I walked into this shop. All wanted was to buy a bike and…read moretake it to a beach and ride it. I was worry that I may ended with paying too much or buy a wrong kind of bike for me. After spending 3 hours with a guy at the shop( I don't remember his name), I bought two bikes for my wife and myself. I spent about 3 hours riding my new bike and was so satisfy with what we just purchased. I realized how helpful the guy at the shop was and he was very knowledgeable and honest with his products and prices. He answered all that questions( believe me, I had tons of questions) and recommended the right bikes for me and my wife. I do recommend this shop for all the rookies out there. You won't be disappointed with their service, products, and prices. We need more shops like this

Burbank Bike Shop

(216 reviews)

My family has been coming here for over 30 years now. Old skool classic bike shop! Burbank…read morestaple. They don't make them like they used to type sh! Great selection of bikes, employees are super friendly and knowledgeable, and they have all sorts of BMX parts. Shout out to Brett!

They took care of my bike, very efficient and reasonably priced. We'll def be back. It's great for…read morethe neighborhood and they also have really cute bikes for sale in the store.

Cycle City Bicycles

(70 reviews)

Had my ebike repaired here for rear brake pad replacements and front brake adjusted. Price was…read morelower than quoted to me by about 20 dollars, staff was very straightforward and friendly enough. They listened and answered all my questions to my satisfaction and didnt take long to get the job down not requiring me to come back days later which was great. They have a good selection high quality road bikes and high end e bikes and bike accessories!

My go to bike repair shop! First time here and will…read moredefinitely be back. They had plenty of friendly and informative employees there to help. I got new pedals and a basket all within 20 mins.

Spoke

4.3

(619 reviews)

This cafe and bike shop is such a hidden gem!!! It's in the tucked away neighborhood of Frogtown,…read moreright along the LA River. I found it on yelp a while ago and knew I wanted to check it out. It's at the end of a dead end street and I'm not going to lie, I second guessed my directions at first. But it is there! It's counter service with a massive patio. So much cool art on the walls and lots of shade. I didn't expect it to be so big from the pictures I saw online. The bike shop and rentals are in the back. I didn't rent a bike, but I did look a the cute shop and bought a cool bandana with birds on it! I ordered the breakfast tacos and a cortado and let me tell you, you they were the best breakfast tacos I've ever had. I was skeptical because I love breakfast burritos, but these were perfect. Delicious sauce, crunchy potatoes, I added kale and oyster mushrooms. The friendly cashier recommended them and told me they are only on the weekday menu though, so keep that in mind! The coffee was smooth and perfectly made with a cute little design on it. Everything came out quickly. I saw they also have a great beer list with lots of local breweries, so I'm definitely going to come back for dinner/happy hour very soon! Oh! They told me they just got their liquor license and are going to have a full drink menu soon, so I am totally looking forward to having cocktails here. If you've been thinking about coming to this place, do it!

I want to start by saying this review is **only about the beer and the service**, not the food. I'm…read moreactually a big fan of Spoke's breakfast burrito and have always enjoyed it. The other day, we were riding along the river path and decided to stop at Spoke for a beer after spending some time on the trail. We walked in, ordered a couple of beers, and the woman helping us immediately seemed annoyed that we were only ordering drinks. Her facial expressions and overall attitude made us feel like we were inconveniencing her. After taking our payment, she went to the back to grab our beers. We waited about seven minutes, which seemed like a long time considering we only ordered beer. When she finally came back, the beers were room temperature instead of cold. Normally I would have said something, but because of how short and unfriendly she had been from the start, I honestly didn't feel comfortable bringing it up. It felt like I'd just be met with more attitude. I still like Spoke, and I'll definitely be back for the breakfast burritos because they're great. I just hope this experience was a one-off, because better customer service and properly chilled beer would have made a huge difference.

Cycle World Bike

4.9

(52 reviews)

Second time going in just wanted to let you know that you guys have a great and for helping me…read moreto get my bike I'll be back

Just awesome. Good guys, good service. Have bought and had bikes serviced here and we won't go…read moreanywhere else. Also, look out for the little doggie

Bicycle Pit Stop

(214 reviews)

I had an incredible experience at Bicycle Pit Stop! Armen was very helpful and knowledgeable with a…read morevery keen eye for details. He is very meticulous and thorough with his work and treated my bike with extreme care. He offers thoughtful suggestions for upgrades and solutions for all problems I had. I would recommend his work to anyone looking to overhaul their bike old or new. My bike came back in amazing condition better than brand new. The location Is tucked away in a safe and secure location inside of a mechanic's shop. I recommend calling or reaching out in advance prior to making you visit as it works similar to an appointment. I was blown away by how immaculate the work he performed was and my bike has never performed better. Please do yourself a favor and stop by if you are passionate about cycling and need a good trustworthy bike mechanic!

Armens attention to detail is second to none. As someone who's fairly new to cycling, he guided me…read morethrough the process of a full assembly and made sure to take care extra care of my bike. If you're looking for quality work and someone who will care for your bike as if it were their own, you've come to the right place!

Ryky's Bike Shop

(86 reviews)

Ryky is our go to bike guy-- this place is the perfect neighborhood bike shop. Every year I take…read moreour bikes here for tune ups and we are always very satisfied customers. Great customer service, hospitality, great turn around times and quality work... Yesterday I dropped in with my son's bike and Ryky hooked it up with a quick fix and saw us right then and there! We absolutely would recommend Ryky and we will continue to come back!

I ride a hybrid for regular commuting and I'm very neglectful about maintaining it, partly bc…read moresometimes I think I'll do it myself and also I didn't really like the bike shop I used to go to that is now closed. I really messed up my derailleur and a few other parts to get my bike rideable again. Ryky was recommended to be by a friend. He did a great job both fixing up my bike and communicating what needed to be done to get it working again, what that would cost, and when it would be done. He's definitely my new go-to, thanks Ryky!

Color Images Copy & Print

(1.1k reviews)

Back again for our banquet program and ColorImages met the challenge plus! What makes this time…read morememorable for us and telling of their business was a last, last minute issue we found (our fault) that required the quickest reprint! We panicked - They handled it! A mark of a good business, for me, is when they can meet my needs seemlessly and consistently - the mark of a GREAT business is one that can pivot in my panic and come through for me to deliver exactly what I need without any extra stress. ColorImages proved to me to be a great business! Thank you ColorImages!

This place never disappoints. It has taken me a long time to write this overdue review…read more Before the pandemic, I came here a few times to a few notebooks bound. They've also printed a few pictures for me that needed to be on special paper. Everyone who helped me was incredibly helpful and patient. I had a project a few months back that needed to be printed on thicker paper, but I didn't know what it was called. I did my best to explain the type paper/material I wanted and they understood exactly what I needed. They even did measurements for me - I wanted the photo to look like a photo booth print, just bigger. It came out perfect!

Armando's Shoes & Repair

(1k reviews)

I am beyond grateful for Armando!! I brought in some leather boots that sadly did not go past my…read morecalves and i could not return them. I came in based on all the positive yelp reviews and they did not let me down! My fiancé brought his own boots to get cobble and 10/10! He did amazing on both!! I am so thankful for Armando! I can finally wear my boots! We'll be back for sure.

I recently brought my Chanel flats to Armando's Shoe Repair to be resoled, and I'm so glad I found…read morethis place! He did such a good job, and the whole experience was really pleasant. Armando was so, so sweet, helpful, and clearly very experienced! The turnaround time was also incredibly fast. I believe he said he could have them ready in one day (no extra fee), which is almost unheard of for designer shoes. The place I used to go to would take at least a week and wasn't nearly as friendly or welcoming. I've only brought my Chanel flats here so far, but I'll definitely be bringing my Louboutins in the future. He even showed me examples of Louboutins he had worked on, and they looked amazing! So happy I found this place -- highly recommend, especially for designer shoes!

Charlie's Sewer & Drain Rooter

(1.3k reviews)

We had several leaks in the gas pipes (which were over 100 years old) and so I called Charlie's…read more Jose was quick to respond and diagnosed the extent of the problem immediately. He offered a fair price to replace all of the old pipes and knocked it out in a day. I later found out that he enlisted the help of several other workers to make sure the problem was resolved as quickly as possible so the tenants could have hot water. I would definitely call Charlie's again!

Prompt and friendly service. Cesar was amazing and explained what was causing our service issue…read more Highly recommend their services.

HomeShield Pest Control

(700 reviews)

Tom was awesome! He called me both before he arrived, during his visit (I wasn't home) and after he…read morefinished. His thoroughness both inside and outside our house was exceptional! He also tried to explain why I have to pay $62/month when Home Shield needs only to come 2-3x/year. Although I still don't understand the monthly charges, it doesn't matter because if Tom is a Home Shield representative, paying $62/month for Tom, even with no services, is peanuts! Fight On! Bob Israel, MD Professor, OBGYN. Keck School of Medicine of USC

I have used HomeShield for termite and rodent control. The rodent control contract has been carried…read moreout professionally and on time. The termite tenting I hired them to do was passed along to a third party without my knowledge and that group was awful. From start to finish. I cannot recommend HomeShield for termite tenting, but they've been fine with rodent control services.

Sam's Jewelry & Watch Repairs

4.9

(1k reviews)

Love Sam's! Fast, friendly, professional, incredibly skilled…read more I brought in a vintage cluster ring from my grandmother that needed pretty significant resizing from an 8.5 down to a 5, and he did it beautifully without sacrificing any stones. When I went to pick it up, I brought in a watch for servicing and some more jewelry for Cleaning. All of which is completely reasonably priced. I'm really looking forward to having them make a custom piece for me with some loose stones I have. The entire staff is just such a pleasure. I get the impression that regardless of what you bring in, or what you need done- They treat it and you with the same care and respect as they would the Hope diamond. So happy to find a jeweler I can trust!

Had my wedding ring resized here and it came out perfect -- fits exactly right, and the new rhodium…read morecoating looks great. They also handed me a free cold water at both drop-off and pickup, which was very welcome in this heat wave. Really happy with the work. Highly recommend if you're in DTLA.

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Z. Z.

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4

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12 years ago

Let me make it clear that I am not a typical all-the-time poster on these newfangled websites. I am definitely not a Hipster, Cheapster (though never was Rich & now not even a member of the Middle Class anymore), or Urban Pioneer. Or another latest fad follower or some other "here today-gone tomorrow" dropout rider either. I have probably used and owned bikes for all sorts of serious usages way beyond just recreational (i.e. commuting during high school, college, some employment periods, and forced retirement) long before many of you were even born. That places me as far from the mostly young, male, road warriors that buzz about locally or propose to "advocate" for the rest of the bicycle and tricycle participants as opposite can be. That said I will now comment on Raffi and his shop. I brought my 2 other now-considered vintage (40+ year old) speciality bicycles tor Raffi and his staff periodically for the last year or so from anything to tune-ups to fixing flats. He and his shop not only has quickly fixed those bikes up very quickly and nicely, These old "babies" worked better than new. The real test was yet to come as even I did not know this. My newer "baby" and favorite bicycle, my now decade old Brompton, was sent to a specialty shop for it's proprietary parts to be placed on it after a year of careful saving on my part. While that shop did it's work well as far as greasing/lubing & parts placement as ordered, they did not finished their work. My 2 wheels and brakes were not tightened up, the bike would not fold up very well, and it was not even in a ridable condition-much less a safe one. I did not take it back to the original shop as it was over a week since I picked it up from that shop. I was so embarrassed that I did not check it right after (easy to do as I carry the bike around alot). My sister recommend that .I take the bike to Raffi's shop and see what he can do. For a basic tune-up fee of $25 dollars, he and his staff went over the bike and tighten the various nuts, bolts, and screws of this bike. They made sure not only the bike was fine and safe, but any present and even future problem was addressed and fixed on the spot while I watched. That was a great relief for me. My Brompton works just as well as it was new now all of it's issues have been addressed. Please patronized this particular shop as these types of bicycle shops are so rare now with the current bicycle fad at it's height attracting many more bad bike shops. I am planning to return soon to purchase an accessory or two as his inventory is so affordable-yet not cheaply made or a pile of crap-for someone on a limited budget as I am right now. Thank you so much, Raffi & Staff!!!! read more

Dan k.

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11 years ago

I've dealt with Raffi a few times since moving to H.P. because he's the closest shop to me. He may know how to fix bicycles, but he's a lousy actor. He can't begin to hide the fact that all he cares about is making money. The average poorer customer on a budget isn't really welcome; deal with him at your own risk! Against my better instincts/judgment I paid him $11 for a new (low-quality non puncture-resistant) tube and installation (which took him all of about 2 minutes). I tried to discuss/get him to focus on WHAT HAD CAUSED THE TIRE TO GO FLAT IN THE FIRST PLACE. He gave me a stupid explanation of possible causes, rather than address what is undoubtedly the real one (that spokes sticking through the liner punctured the tube) and I made the fateful decision to buy into his b.s. compounding my wasted trip by forking up the funds ($11 hits me hard. It's not in my budget, given that I'm on a fixed income....). I DID get to ride my bike back home. About a mile or so cumulatively (on well-paved streets). First thing next morning the same tire is flat again. Thanks a lot Raffi - your greed, laziness and selfishness are all outstanding! read more

Dave L.

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13 years ago

I would always got o pro bikes in eagle rock RAFFIS is the best bike shop he tells you whats wrong I walked in with a diamond back and came out in 10 minutes very fast service worth it and really good prices read more

Rene T.

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3

2 years ago

This place is horrible and it smells like shit. The employees are dumb as rocks when it comes to information.

Rafael R.

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14

2 years ago

hi everybody Raffis moved at 5485 fi st Los Angeles California 90042 they waitring for the phone conecction

Steven A.

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2 years ago

Looks like Raffi's went out of business. There's no sign of a business at this address.

Stephen F. M.

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9 years ago

Fast and affordable service. Nice people!

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(3 reviews)

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5.0

(24 reviews)

Wow. Brian is such a gentleman! He's patient, answers all your questions, and goes above and beyond…read moreto make the customer happy His prices are reasonable, work is solid, and bike return is very quick! Definitely give him a call. You won't regret it!

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4.2

(9 reviews)

Wanted to get one my pedals fixed since it fell off on me! Went like 15 min before closing and the…read moregentleman told me I'd need a whole new pedal and it would take a few days quoted me like $60 luckily I found another bike shop and they fixed my pedal in 10 min and I only had to tip the man. Thanks for turning me away! :)

Would not recommend. I took my bike in for a tune-up, new tubes, and new straps for the handles. It…read morewasn't until I got home that I noticed only a tune-up was completed. Same tubes and same handle straps. I was mislead by the owner.

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(14 reviews)

There is always a first for everyone and this is the first for me…read more I have a question for Mike. Did I say something to upset or offend you the last time I took my bikes to you for service? Why do I ask? I ask because I the last time I took my bikes to you for service, one of service requests I made was to replace the rim tape on both wheels on the Pivot bike. I just went to replace the tires and to my surprise, the same damaged tape is on both wheels. Not only were you not able to diagnosis the front brake problem (which ended up being a bad rotor), you never replaced the tape which begs the question, what exactly did you do and what did I pay for? A simple clean and shine? I'm very disappointed. Needless to say, we have no plans of taking our bikes to you for service in the future.

Could not be happier with the work and service provided by Michael. Not only did I get a quick…read moreresponse over the weekend but he was able to accommodate my schedule for drop off and his pricing was extremely reasonable. The entire process was one you could only dream about, just making everything so easy I will definitely be recommending his services to everyone I know. This is the VIP service when it comes to bike repair, absolutely the best. Thank you!

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4.3

(36 reviews)

Always a good and great prices.. I have been a customer for over 20 years. The best about it is the…read morecustomer service is very important.

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Lu was a great help with my e-bike. I was having connector issues with my battery. She was able to…read moredo a same day turn around on the repair. I was impressed, and now will let my e-bike buddies know my go-to for electrical repairs.

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