One of the first recorded mentions of male same-sex social activity in Los Angeles was at the Vienna Buffet , which from — was a restaurant with live music in Court Street, roughly the site of the Los Angeles City Hall today. From —, the venue was the where scandal occurred, as did gatherings of gay men including "she boys". The riots and protests subsequent to the raids on Sunset Strip in were preceded by a long history of violent outbursts between the Los Angeles Police Department and the public - also known as the Sunset Strip Curfew Riots. Draconian police tactics eventually led the LAPD to seek out and aggressively monitor bars with predominately gay clienteles, including the Black Cat Tavern and The Patch. Protests reacting to these police raids - organized by P. Pat Nordell was born and raised in Wheaton, Illinois.

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Once a busy coffeehouse, this jazzy joint has attracted a crowd that loves the limelight. You'll come across luxuriously chic fireplaces and cabanas, as well as a list of delicious martinis and mojitos. Get ready to pose, strut and smile — and check out why The Abbey has gotten so much press. The mixed crowd at Akbar is trendy but not snobby, which comes as a relief to those who love its Moroccan-themed interior, cushy couches and laid-back vibe.