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Hi,
we’re four guys, and we’ve put together Westminster’s restaurant scene in an app called Vota. The concept is simple: you see two places side by side (for example Famille vs. Kachina Southwestern Grill), you choose the place you’d rather go to, and the ranking updates instantly. The more people vote, the more accurate the list gets over time. There are still a few duplicates here and there, but I’m continuously cleaning up the data.

Here’s the iPhone version, with categories that actually fit Westminster’s food scene:
https://apps.apple.com/app/vota-restaurant-ratings/id6744969212

And here’s the Android version (finally live):
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.vota.app

P.S. I’m not from Westminster (I live in Gothenburg). I’m not collecting data, not selling anything, and the app does not use AI-generated content. I’m posting in a few different subreddits because we now support more regions, and I genuinely want honest feedback from people who actually know the area.

u/TheShynola — 1 day ago
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Vietnamese Coffee Recs

I love vietnamese coffee and it’s the only kind of coffee I drink because it’s actually strong enough to wake me up (I add a shot to mine). I go to 7leaves 3 times a week minimum but I want to try out other places that have good vietnamese coffee.

Please drop some recommendations! It doesn’t need to strictly be a coffee shop as long as it’s good.

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u/ArtisticRegard — 1 day ago
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Is there a bad cold virus going around?

Recently my girlfriend got sick and has a fever. Luckily no COVID when tested twice already. I have been feeling similar symptoms without the fever. Is there a seasonal virus happening recently?

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u/eddiengambino — 1 day ago
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I might sound insane, but does anyone know where this now-closed tea house I saw is?

It was a smallish building completely made of reflective windows. The tea room was on the 2nd floor, and the 1st floor you drove through the middle to reach the parking lot in the back.

I want to say the name had either the word "golden" or "dragon" in it, but I've searched everywhere so maybe not. It looked like an old-school tea room, not a boba shop, and it was definitely out-of-business.

I remember it being close to the freeway, either in Temple City, Rosemead, El Monte, but could even be Rowland Heights, I don't remember!

Sorry, it's just been bugging me because it was such a unique and interesting building.

[SOLVED: Golden Tea House off Valley & Walnut Grove. Thanks guys!]

u/nasuthe1 — 1 day ago
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Stopping cars way behind the sensor

I’m curious - I don’t see this nearly as much in other parts of LA outside of the SGV. Seems like lots of folks stop their cars a full 15-20 feet behind the line at a red light, and as a result the sensor doesn’t know anyone’s there. What gives?

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u/PuddinBritches — 2 days ago
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Coffee Meetups

Hello Everyone! Just saw a post asking about coffee and would love to see if there are any social groups or anything of the sorts for coffee lovers in the SGV.

Would really be interested if something like this exists and how much interest there would be for it. Feel free to reach out and if you're too shy to comment, my DMs are open. Just really hoping to meet a bunch of coffee lovers like myself.

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u/13ttamb — 1 day ago
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McDonald’s Godzilla

UPDATE: 8/19/26 11:00AM Garvey MPK Sold Out
Walnut giving out Rodan (7)

Just in case any of you want to know, the McDonalds on Garvey has the three headed yellow toy today.

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u/Gypsy_MF — 2 days ago
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Magic: The Gathering night at Ogopogo Brewery in San Gabriel Monday August 24th

Me again, hi. Last time we had a huge turnout and raised 1,500 bucks for CHIRLA while having a blast in the process so I’m hoping to make this month just as successful. This time we’re gonna be donating money raised from raffle ticket sales to ActiveSGV (thanks /u/NoFerret3250 for the idea) and we’ll be raffling off a play booster box of The Hobbit along with smaller prizes throughout the night.

Come out and join us for a night of casual commander, beer, and hot dogs.

u/NoWayHorseFace — 2 days ago
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Gynecologist recommendations for PCOS/PMOS

This is a long shot but I figured I'd ask- does anyone have a gynecologist they actually like who is familiar with treating PCOS, now known as PMOS and accepts MediCal?

I was previously seeing Dr. Dumrong Tangchitnob for years in West Covina- he is great and I cannot recommend him enough- he might be one of the best doctors I've ever had. Unfortunately I have different insurance now and his practice doesn't take MediCal (I have HealthNet with Molina) so I've been on the search for a new gynecologist.

My last two have been horrific- one said PMDD doesn't cause depression (I forget the name of this doctor, but it might've been Dr. Suneetha Ali- I just remember it was a South Asian woman doctor in West Covina) and last Friday I saw Dr. Julio Lemus who was beyond unprofessional and showed a lack of understanding of what PMOS entails.

I've been suffering from debilitating PMDD and believe I might've developed another cyst on my ovaries, so I'd love to find a doctor who is actually aware of the full scope of what treatment of PMOS entails. Thanks!

Edit to add: doesn't have to be in West Covina or even in SGV for that matter. I'm willing to drive out to any competent gynecologist who takes my insurance.

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u/littleclaww — 2 days ago
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Beware: Wells Fargo ATM won’t release money

Yesterday I attempted to withdraw money from a Wells Fargo atm machine located on San Gabriel Blvd. The machine didn’t release the money, the little door didn’t open up. The second atm was having the same issue as I heard customer said “what the hell” then I walked over and he said he didn’t get his money. I told him the other machine did the same. Now I submitted a claim reporting this issue because the amount got posted. Wells Fargo recorded I took the money. So annoying.

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u/cryptobabybrains — 3 days ago
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Mt. Lowe Railway Postcard Sent New Year's Day in 1899

Another great L.A.-area postcard. This one depicts the Mt. Lowe Railway, which once operated from Altadena up into the San Gabriels. There, atop the railway, travelers like the sender, E.J. Louis, could stay at the Echo Mt. House, a hotel opened in 1894.

Beyond the photos of the railway, note the address of the recipient: Louis's six-week-old niece, Ysidora (known to friends and family as "Bob"). The site of Bob's home at 7th and Hope in what is now Downtown Los Angeles would in 1915 become part of the property where famed retailer J.W. Robinson opened its flagship store. Bob would later joke that she was born in Robinson's menswear section (a cousin born next door often made a similar joke but replaced menswear with the lingerie department).

E.J. Louis, BTW, was involved in many elements of Soutehrn California business and society, with roles as an insurance agent, commander of California's naval militia, president of the Newport Bay Investment company (and a longtime booster of Balboa Island who championed that name for the Orange County destination), and for many years Peru's vice-consul and consul to Los Angeles, but I'll save more about him for another time.

u/lascheratlarge — 3 days ago
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Coyote Sighting In Rosemead Behind 10 Freeway

On my way out to work saw this coyote on Earle by Marshall just north of the 10 freeway. Been a long time since I saw one THIS south. Not sure if it came by the sewers. But also saw a small black cat darting away. Hopefully it wasn’t tracking the cat as prey.

u/MichaelMidnight — 3 days ago
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fire south of the 60

lots of smoke and congestion between rosemead blvd and san gabriel blvd. trying to exit off san gabriel blvd was also a challenge! i hope everyone's okay.

the helicopter did two water drops when i drove by.

u/the1inmyzone — 3 days ago
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Quiet, nerdy, obsessive, niche communities/interest clubs in LA?

I want to expand my world and enter into hushed, obsessive new worlds centered around learning, discussing, and appreciating niche interests. Best if truly community based (same people over and over), low cost/accessible, a variety of ages and demographics. Does anyone know of places like this?

Examples:
-California Rare fruit growers who meet at the LA arboretum and swap cuttings
-Death Cafe at the Philosophical Research Society
-LA Mycological Society who host foraging walks and mushroom lectures

Less interested in vibey and aesthetically perfect paid “community” spaces that feel more like a random group of hot people with similar fashion senses.

Thank you in advance!!

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u/catalieportman9 — 5 days ago
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Private room for rent with shared bath

Private room available in Monterey Park.

* Private unfurnished room
* Shared bathroom (shared with only one other person)
* $800/month + utilities
* Move-in around August 20th (flexible)
* Garage parking available
* Laundry available
* Spacious kitchen and living area
* Preference for a student or working professional
* 10 min drive to Cal State LA

Looking for someone clean, respectful, and responsible.

Message me if you’re interested or want more details.

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u/HealthyRepeat6728 — 3 days ago
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How much is rent in TC for a 2bed 1ba SFH with a 2 car garage and a large backyard?

We put our house up for sale but if we cannot sell soon, we are considering renting it out. With our loan (P&I), taxes, insurance and HELOC, it is costing us $3300 a month. I know we cannot get that much, so I am asking what we can expect?

Here is our Zillow link for pictures:

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/10823-Daines-Dr-Temple-City-CA-91780/21611006\_zpid/?view=owner&utm\_campaign=zillowwebmessage&utm\_medium=referral&utm\_source=txtshare

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u/ZealousidealEar6037 — 4 days ago
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Was he driving the wrong way?

Outside of Target. Hope this guy is ok

u/its345am — 4 days ago