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A photo of Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Sherman Oaks, CA | On the BLVD restaurant
1. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Sherman Oaks, CA | On the BLVD
4.6
Exceptional(1176)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Sherman Oaks
Booked 43 times today
Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other! Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!
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2. Petit Trois Le Valley
4.7
Exceptional(213)
Price: Expensive
• French • Sherman Oaks
Booked 81 times today
Petit Trois Le Valley, the second outpost of Chef Ludo Lefebvre's beloved bistro, opened its doors in 2018 in Sherman Oaks. This larger location channels a lavish French Brasserie, with its marble bar, banquette lined dining room, and a Chef’s counter overlooking the open kitchen. The second dining room can be reserved for larger parties and private events. Since opening, Petit Trois has garnered praise from casual foodies and revered food critics. In 2015, Petit Trois was nominated for Best New Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation and in 2019 earned the Bib Gourmand designation upon the Michelin Guide’s return to Los Angeles. Additionally, Petit Trois was featured on the late Jonathan Gold’s 101 Best Restaurants in Los Angeles list from 2015-2017 and has remained on the list since 2019 when Bill Addison & Patricia Escárcega took over.
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3. Le Petit Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1820)
Price: Expensive
• French • Sherman Oaks
Booked 23 times today
Le Petit Restaurant is a gem in the heart of Sherman Oaks, offering an authentic French dining experience. Its interior, resembling a Paris street bistro, sets the tone for a unique dining experience. Reviews laud it for its consistently high-quality, authentic French food, excellent service, and ambiance. Signature dishes include the beloved French staples - soupe à l'oignon, duck liver paté, escargot, and more.
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4. Anejo Cantina & Grill
4.3
Awesome(578)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Sherman Oaks
Booked 8 times today
Añejo Cantina & Grill has a full service bar and lounge area that features live Latin music on Fridays and Saturdays. Whether you're dining in indoors or outdoors we have you covered. Not to mention, we have the best happy hour in the valley with extensive menu options as well as vegetarian options. The indoor lounge gives our customers a place to relax with one of our hand crafted cocktails or a glass of wine from our carefully selected wine list. Our banquet room is an extension of our dining program. It features a menu of both artful impression and traditional Mexican dishes, accommodating up to 180 guests. Añejo offers an authentic and quality experience for any of your event needs. Añejo now begins its journey. A journey that is built on authentic Mexican food, great cocktails, live music, and one goal: Delivering each and every guest an experience they will not forget. From our family at Añejo to you our honored guests we say….Bien Venido!
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5. Mora Italiano
4.8
Exceptional(607)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Encino
Booked 16 times today
At Mora Italiano in Encino, we celebrate the best of Italian cuisine, offering wood-fired pizzas, fresh pastas, and classic Italian dishes made with authentic ingredients. Our menu is a love letter to Italy, featuring a variety of appetizers, entrees, and desserts paired with a curated wine list. Enjoy a special bottle of wine and an aperitivo while you savor our signature dishes in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Whether you're craving pizza, pasta, or a delicious Italian meal, Mora Italiano is the perfect destination for food lovers in Encino.
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6. Casa Vega
4.6
Exceptional(423)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Sherman Oaks
Booked 69 times today
Casa Vega, in Sherman Oaks, opened its doors in 1956 and has been serving the people of Southern California ever since. Local residents, and even celebrities, have flocked to the family-run Mexican restaurant currently run by Christy Vega Fowler, daughter of original owner, Rafael Vega. While the decor is modern, the menu still reflects traditional Mexican menu staples. The extensive menu allows for every person to find something to enjoy. Homemade house guacamole, or one of the many soup or salad options, make for a great starter. The entree options are plentiful. Casa Vega serves everything from traditional chicken mole, a plethora of burrito options, combination plates and specialty options, such as carne chile Colorade and the signature Casa Vega molcajete. Vegan and vegetarian options are also available. Top off your meal at Casa Vega with a delicious house margarita or mojito.
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7. IL NIDO
4.7
Exceptional(137)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sherman Oaks
Booked 3 times today
Meet Chef Sandro Oliverio of Il Nido "The Nest", hailing from the picturesque region of Calabria, Italy, and the creative genius behind our menu. Indulge in his exquisite signature homemade pasta dishes that have been handed down from his family through generations like, Homemade Tagliatelle with Black Truffle Sauce and Homemade Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe. We're conveniently located just 2 blocks west of the Sherman Oaks Galleria on Ventura Blvd. Our restaurant's atmosphere is a delightful blend of warmth, artistry, and romance, with a candlelit ambiance that sets the perfect stage for a memorable dining experience. Join us and savor the flavors of Italy in a setting crafted with love and passion by Chef Sandro.*.FREE VALIDATED PARKING AT 15456 VENTURA BLVD LOT MON-FRI 4:30PM ONWARD. STREET PARKING AVAILABLE ALL OTHER TIMES
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8. Posto 896 Italian & Hungarian Cuisine
4.6
Exceptional(256)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Encino
Booked 4 times today
As fresh as it gets - From the farm to youIntroducing a new and unique concept. Two chefs in one kitchen. Fresh and organic ingredients from farm to table creating dishes executed to perfection by an Italian and a Hungarian Chef. Come and enjoy our superior service embedded in a new stylish industrial ambiance.
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9. Traktir - Tarzana
4.9
Exceptional(87)
Price: Moderate
• Ukrainian • Tarzana
Traktir restaurant is a Eastern Europe cuisine diverse with influences from many countries and regions surroundings such as Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Poland, and Latvia just to name a few. Our restaurant specializes in authentic dishes, such as Ukrainian Borscht, Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Tabaka, Shashlik, Chicken Kiev, Pelmeni, Vareniki, Galubtsy (stuffed cabbage) and many more. We also offer our homemade infused vodka with classic flavors including cranberry, horseradish, lemon, raspberry, and pepper garlic.
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10. Oliva Trattoria
4.8
Exceptional(657)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Sherman Oaks
Booked 15 times today
Tucked away in the heart of Sherman Oak, Oliva Trattoria serves authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, classic Italian setting. Past menus have revolved around familiar Italian fare, including tiramisu, pasta, lobster and other seafood dishes. Oliva Trattoria also offers a diverse range of specialty pizzas, baked in a brick oven and prepared with fresh herbs and ingredients. The menu includes gluten-free meals for diners who prefer this option. In addition to its lunch and dinner menus, Oliva Trattoria offers alternative menus for private parties. Its warm setting makes it an ideal choice for a date or intimate dinner with friends. The restaurant is open seven days a week, with late dining offered until 10:30 PM on Saturdays.
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