Have you guys seen those videos of people planning a day in Los Angeles for their worst enemy? They’ll list places like Belles Beach House and the Edition Club. I love watching them. And so I was inspired to make one with my own spin: a list of the worst lines in Los Angeles that you could possibly wait in.
Community Goods: You knew this one was coming. Who in the world waits in the sun for one hour for a coffee?! And if you do… lmk next time you go, I’ll Venmo :)
Erewhon Venice Hot Bar & Smoothie Bar: I want to start a petition so that we order AFTER we walk past the food. You get to the front of the line, the counter is completely blocked, and someone comes up to you, “combo plate?”. And don’t even get me started on the smoothie bar. You MUST order your smoothies online beforehand. You’ll be there for 40 mins.
Belles Beach House: Honestly, you might meet some new friends standing in their line that wraps around the building. What else would you be doing while waiting an hour to drink?
Quarter Sheets Pre-Dodgers Game: This one was avoidable.
Din Tai Fung: The worst part about this line is that you always go STARVING.
Dante at 5 PM: Don’t even try to get a walk-in accommodation.
Maru Beverly Hills: I’d argue that this is the only line that I’d (willingly) wait in.
Nobu Malibu: You already know the hostess will look you up and down before telling you to come back in 3 hours.
Sushi Fumi: I once saw someone get in a fight with the host. Here’s the rundown: put your name down, wait an hour, they will call you — you have 5 mins to run back. Any longer, and you’re at the back of the line buddy.
— Your Friend
