Los Angeles' Best Free Wi-Fi Spot 2008

Perenially hip Hollywood haunt serves up espresso and other edibles in a vintage-furnished, daylight-deficient lounge.

Reviews:

• “Where to begin!?”
• “Nice location”
• “I love studying here”
• “Not bad for Hollywood!”
• “good coffee. open late.”

Tips: Good luck. With no valet and virtually no available nearby spots, visitors can take their chances at the security-monitored Ralphs lot across the street.

Bourgeois Pig

Locals and tourists cram this beachside haunt for seafood and strong drinks.

Reviews:

• “Beautiful scenic place to eat”
• “Best Huge Cheeseburgers; Great Place to take Kids; They love it!”
• “Not a better location”
• “Beat the Blues with this stunning Beach view”
• “Packed on weekends, unimpressig food”

Tips: In keeping with the venue’s long history as a set for TV shows like “Gidget” and films such as “Beach Blanket Bingo,” movies are still occasionally shot at the private, secluded location.

Paradise Cove Beach Cafe or email Paradise Cove Beach Cafe

Asian smoothie chain delivers its tapioca treats in milk teas, slushies, milkshakes and ice-blended coffee drinks.

Reviews:

• “Best Boba Place Ever, No Argument”
• “Great People, Good Study Atmosphere”
• “Good place to study”
• “great drinks and great atmosphere”
• “Hitts the spot”

Tips: When in season, try the shaved ice topped with ice cream and freshly diced fruits like mango or lychee.

Boba Loca

Jam-packed with restaurants, stores and a multiplex, this mock neighborhood offers a full day of entertainment.

Reviews:

• “Worst experience ever”
• “Place is awesome, cost to park is not "
• “Claustrophic and cheesy”
• “Lots of Shop Eye Candy”
• “A Great Place”

Tips: Purchase a VIP Nighttime Party Pass for $19.99—online or at the Universal Studios Store—and get free cover and priority entrance to BB Kings Blues Club, Howl at the Moon, Jillian’s Hi-Life Lanes, Rumba Room and Saddle Ranch Chop House. Other benefits include two free drink tickets; free bull ride at Saddle Ranch and a $5 game card for Jillian’s.

Universal CityWalk

Flavored coffees, teas and boba drinks in a cheery indoor and outdoor setting.

Reviews:

• “Really good Boba, not many conveient west-side locations”
• “good non-alcoholic drinks for late night”

Tips: Any drink can be ordered boba-free. Those who enjoy the gooey additions should make sure to use the extra-wide straws.

Lollicup Coffee & Tea

An L.A. version of “Cheers,” where everybody knows your two-minute movie pitch.

Reviews:

• “Bad drinks, no food, poor service, aggressive/obnoxious regulars”
• “Best place to go for a drink with friends!”
• “Best Dive Bar Ever!”
• “Not as bad as someone wrote”

Tips: There’s no food except for free popcorn, but you can order out (ask the bartender for menus), or bring in your own meal.

Residuals

Reviews:

• “Treasure hunt Coffeehouse…you’ll be glad you made it”
• “BEST coffee in LA.”

Antigua Cultural Coffee House

Neighborhood hangout serves updated Chinese-American favorites with a not-so-subtle sense of humor.

Reviews:

• “Happy charging”
• “Worth it.”
• “Nice people decent food but terrible service!”
• “Great customer service”
• “Great customer service”

Tips: The restaurant offers four fixed-price weekday lunch specials, each served with a spring roll and rice.

Kung Pao Kitty

Urartu Coffee

An espresso parlor, performance venue and restaurant rolled into one, this tiny place packs a punch with local lunchers, late-night students and acoustic music fans.

Tips: In addition to free wi-fi, the space offers live music performances on most weeknights.

Lulu’s Bee Hive

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