Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Encino

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1. Benihana - Encino, CA

4.2

Awesome(4834)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Encino

Booked 83 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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2. Bacari Sherman Oaks

4.8

Exceptional(1409)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sherman Oaks

Booked 147 times today

Bacari Sherman Oaks is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 6th restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special.Our team provides warm hospitality in our loungey indoor Parlour Room, our bright and airy Sunroom, or in one of our many comfortable outdoor patios, all marked with rustic mediterranean decor. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari Sherman Oaks.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari Sherman Oaks is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!

3. TLV Tapas

4.8

Exceptional(191)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Tarzana

Booked 18 times today

Welcome to TLV Tapas Bar, a Mediterranean dining concept that harmoniously blends culinary artistry with an elevated and sophisticated atmosphere. Located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, TLV Tapas Bar invites you to indulge on an extraordinary gastronomic experience, highlighted by a vibrant ambiance.Immerse yourself in an atmosphere that balances modern elegance with a warm and welcoming ambiance. The sleek and contemporary design, paired with attentive service, creates an environment where every detail is carefully curated to enhance your dining experience.

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4. Davenport's Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(2812)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Encino

Booked 35 times today

Enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, sushi and chef-inspired cocktails in a comfortable, warm atmosphere. Located just off the 405 on Ventura Blvd, our dining room and beautiful patio with fire-pits are wonderful places to relax and enjoy good food and good friends.

5. Mora Italiano

4.7

Exceptional(611)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Encino

Booked 8 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.

6. So Sushi

4.8

Exceptional(133)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Tarzana

Booked 23 times today

Our name has a special meaning to us. The Chinese character in “SO” means “creative" and we strive to never be boring or typical. Please visit our original location in Tarzana for lunch or dinner. In addition to a la carte, we have an awesome set menu during lunch and dinner such as sushi lovers, sashimi lovers, and roll lovers for you to try our finest fish and great portions.We are professional sushi chefs here to make your fine food and create specials upon request. But most importantly, we want our customers to feel like they are friends and family and have a good time while eating great food.Please let our chef or staff know if you have any requests, changes, preferences, or allergies.

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7. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Sherman Oaks, CA | On the BLVD

4.6

Exceptional(1179)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Sherman Oaks

Booked 29 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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8. Prose Kitchen & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(93)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Woodland Hills

Booked 40 times today

Prose Kitchen & Bar, led by Chef David Gussin, celebrates the artistry of California cuisine with global influences and peak-season ingredients. Rooted in sustainability and creativity, our menu delivers bold, refined flavors in a setting that is as inviting as it is dynamic.Signature dishes like Braised Short Rib Rolled Lasagna, Miso-Glazed Black Cod, and Citrus-Cured Hamachi ‘Globe’ with Coconut Leche de Tigre showcase the technique and innovation that define Prose. Our space—designed with rich wainscoting, plush camel-colored ostrich leather booths, and moody, sexy lighting—creates an atmosphere that is both stylish and effortlessly comfortable.Perfect for intimate dinners, lively gatherings, or simply indulging in a perfectly crafted burger, Prose is where culinary stories come to life. Every plate has a narrative—be part of it.

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9. Larsen's Steakhouse - Encino

4.2

Awesome(2024)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Encino

Booked 11 times today

Larsen's Steakhouse is an upscale steakhouse offering only the finest prime steaks and freshest seafood available, flown in daily. We offer over 150 wines and 30 by the glass. With impeccable service and great ambiance, our restaurant delivers a classic steakhouse feel with a modern twist. A warm dining room, Dark Wood ceilings and stone walls bring the restaurant alive. Come relax and enjoy the finest Encino has to offer.

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10. Morton's The Steakhouse - Woodland Hills

4.6

Exceptional(2145)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Woodland Hills

Booked 9 times today

What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.

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Ashley
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Held my husbands surprise dinner here. Everyone was on top of the drinks, the food was amazing, great shareable plates and we all had a great experience!
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dane
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 20, 2025
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Seattle / Eastern Washington •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 18, 2025
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4.5
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Marissa
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
We had a great time celebrating my husband’s 50th birthday although extra people ended up showing up they were able to think on the fly and add additional seats to our table!
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4.8
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Lauren
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 6, 2025
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4.7