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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(1181)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Sherman Oaks
Booked 44 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. Kaiju Sushi
4.7
Exceptional(284)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Sherman Oaks
Booked 9 times today
Kaiju Sushi Restaurant serves Japanese food made with an original approach and a unique emphasis on aspects of culinary creation absent in your typical restaurant. The Kaiju experience is one of unparalleled emphasis on freshness, flavor and felt intimacy between the patron and the men at the knife, who transfer their own understanding and interpretation of Japanese tradition through the food they prepare.
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3. La Cava
4.8
Exceptional(986)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Sherman Oaks
Booked 4 times today
The LA CAVA concept is based on Armando's roots. Born and raised in Florence, he grew up learning that as a local, one would go dining in the little Osterias where everything was made fresh daily, prepared with basic ingredients, simple recipes, delightful flavors and lots of love, for a fantastic experience that was also "gentle" on your wallet.No Out-Door dining. STAY SAFE!
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4. Oliva Trattoria
4.7
Exceptional(661)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Sherman Oaks
Booked 4 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.
A photo of Posto 896 Italian & Hungarian Cuisine restaurant
5. Posto 896 Italian & Hungarian Cuisine
4.7
Exceptional(269)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Encino
Booked 7 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.
A photo of El Torito - Sherman Oaks restaurant
6. El Torito - Sherman Oaks
4.4
Awesome(282)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Sherman Oaks
Booked 1 time today
The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.
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7. Hugo's Studio City
4.8
Exceptional(555)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Studio City
Booked 7 times today
Hugo's Restaurant, a Valley staple since 2000, offers from-scratch California cuisine with a modern, healthy twist. Our menu caters to many different dietary preferences, including plant-based, gluten-free, organic, and allergy-friendly options. Famous for our brunch but delicious all day long, you can enjoy signature dishes like the iconic Pasta Mama, our grass-fed Hugo’s Burger, or vegan & gluten-free Almond Energy Pancakes. We are committed to sustainability and providing a GMO-free dining experience. Choose our cozy dining room, heated enclosed patio, or outdoor dog-friendly garden area. Located at Coldwater Canyon Blvd and Riverside Drive, just one block north of the 101 freeway, we offer private parking and ample street parking.
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8. Hummus Bar & Grill
4.9
Exceptional(535)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Tarzana
Booked 3 times today
The first Hummus Bar and Grill Restaurant is conveniently located in Tarzana Village Shopping Center on Ventura Boulevard in Tarzana, and boasts plentiful parking. The simple unpretentious environs of the restaurant create the experience of a Tel-Aviv outing.The restaurant offers a wide range of quality salads prepared daily on the premises, and served with hot pitas baked upon request on location. The food is prepared with great care using only high quality products, and focusing on the simplicity of preparation - thus allowing affordable pricing.Hummus Bar has introduced a new concept in Los Angeles, combining high quality meats with ambiance and a concept.
A photo of Pagliacci's Trattoria Taverna restaurant
9. Pagliacci's Trattoria Taverna
4.7
Exceptional(237)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Studio City
Booked 1 time today
Pagliacci's Trattoria Tavern in Studio City serves a wide variety of wines, has a premium selection of beer and offers a menu of American and Italian food items. All of the ingredients are fresh. Even the focaccia bread here receives rave reviews. Other great starters to consider are the tropicale salad, as well as amazing homemade fresh pastas. The chicken parmigiano at Pagliacci's Trattoria Tavern is also very popular. Another item to try at Pagliacci's Trattoria Tavern is the lasagna with homemade sauce. If you have room, the tiramisu here is huge and topped with a dusting of cinnamon and raspberry sauce. There is also a delicious hazelnut gelato.
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10. Sky Hookah Lounge
4.5
Awesome(12)
Price: Moderate
• American • Valley Glen
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