Since Newbert's went out of business, Hollywood Hardware is my favorite neighborhood hardware store. You'll really appreciate their personal touch if, for example, you need to do a plumbing repair that you have never done before. They even rented me an expensive tool once instead of making me buy it.

Friendly place to go and get all your household-fixer-up questions answered. Not a fancy store but I remember going there when I was younger than six. They have always been helpful friendly. They make sure you don't over spend -- just get the right part or right fixture.

PROS: Nice neighborhood store
CONS: Closes early -- 5:00 on Sundays