Restaurants near Lake Balboa Park

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1. So Sushi

4.8

Exceptional(145)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Tarzana

Booked 19 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.

2. Casaléna

4.8

Exceptional(2052)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Woodland Hills

Booked 162 times today

Stunning indoor/outdoor restaurant, bar and events space with a Coastal Mediterranean influence. Casaléna aims to take diners on a culinary journey along the coasts of Italy, Spain and the surrounding Mediterranean regions while utilizing California’s best seasonal produce and highest-quality ingredients. The property features five distinct dining spaces, each offering their own unique ambiance. Guests can enjoy convivial cocktails in the Bar & Lounge, or savor a romantic dinner in the Atrium. For an al fresco experience, the Garden’s sunken patio is surrounded by lush greenery, and the fully enclosed Terrace offers stunning views through its floor-to-ceiling glass. DRESS CODE: At Casaléna, our goal is to establish a refined dining ambiance. We deem tank tops, flip flops, beach wear, and team athletic attire as overly casual for our establishment. Our staff maintains a standard of appearance they take pride in, and we kindly request our guests to adhere to our attire guidelines.

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3. Benihana - Encino, CA

4.5

Awesome(4868)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Encino

Booked 69 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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4. Hummus Bar & Grill

4.8

Exceptional(535)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Tarzana

Booked 7 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.

5. TLV Tapas

4.5

Awesome(193)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Tarzana

Booked 11 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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6. Vino Wine & Tapas Room

4.9

Exceptional(950)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Encino

Booked 6 times today

**We are currently open for indoor dining. **Vino Wine and Tapas Room Restaurant, a European-style wine tasting restaurant in the heart of San Fernando Valley, California (Encino, Ventura Blvd), offers a delicious alternative to the same old dining experience and more than 100 wines into the establishment, which diners can pair with myriad cheeses and tapas.Gluten-free, vegetarian option, and organic wine offered.Let Vino cater your next event. Bring Spanish tapas and large paella to your next event or backyard. We also specialize in wine tasting events.

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7. JOEY Woodland Hills

4.7

Exceptional(244)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Woodland Hills

Booked 122 times today

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Just outside of Los Angeles, JOEY Woodland Hills boasts a wide-open kitchen plan and spacious patio for a deliciously modern and refreshingly casual upscale restaurant experience.

8. Traktir - Tarzana

4.7

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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9. Fogo de Chão - Woodland Hills

4.2

Awesome(708)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Woodland Hills

Booked 58 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order. Parking: $10 valet parking is available daily at The Q Topanga as well as self-parking across the street at The Village.

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10. Saint & Second - Woodland Hills

4.4

Awesome(124)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Woodland Hills

Booked 29 times today

Saint & Second at Topanga Village has become a premier dining destination, offering chef-driven seasonal cuisine crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients from artisanal purveyors.Their curated wine collection, broad selection of over 200 whiskies, and a variety of modern and classic cocktails round out the dining experience. Complementing its exceptional menu is warm, gracious hospitality and a striking interior that sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. Guests can also enjoy a spacious outdoor patio featuring a stunning fire pit or host intimate gatherings in a private dining room perfect for celebrations and corporate events.

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Mercedes
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Stopped in for a quick bite for lunch and was impressed with my experience. The second you walk in you’re greeted with some champagne which is a nice touch. The bartender recommended I try their Lychee cooler and I enjoyed every sip. Briana took care of us and we can’t wait to come back thanks to her!
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JOEY Woodland HillsPrice: Expensive• American• Woodland Hills
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4.7
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MaiVIP
Los Angeles •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food, tiny portions but WAY too loud can’t hear the person sitting next to you
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CasalénaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Woodland Hills
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4.8
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Cristal
1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Server and chef were very nice , but unfortunately yesterday the soup had no taste at all , and shrimp was like from frozen package, not the usual shrimp they have
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Benihana - Encino, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Encino
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4.5
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Evelyn
Los Angeles •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was our first time in the restaurant. Yummy food and great service.
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So SushiPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Tarzana
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4.8
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HeatherVIP
Los Angeles •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 30, 2025
As always the food and service were wonderful. We live for the fresh bread, perfect airy crispness - then the hummus, it can’t be described accurately. DREAMY. Always friendly here
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Hummus Bar & GrillPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Tarzana
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4.8

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