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1. Petit Trois Le Valley

4.6

Exceptional(135)

Price: Expensive

• French • Sherman Oaks

Booked 69 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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2. Benihana - Encino, CA

4.4

Awesome(4713)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Encino

Booked 85 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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3. Mistral - Sherman Oaks

4.9

Exceptional(2119)

Price: Expensive

• French • Sherman Oaks

Booked 13 times today

Established in 1988. A true French bistro in the heart of Sherman Oaks. Warm Atmosphere and Traditional Cuisine Featuring Prime Steaks and Daily Fresh Fish and Seafood Selection. Best Steak Tartar, Onion Soup and Chocolate Souffle.Seasonal Fresh Vegetables and GarnishesWine Spectator Award Winning Wine List.Recognized for its warm and excellent service.

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

4.7

Exceptional(1156)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Sherman Oaks

Booked 47 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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5. Posto 896 Italian & Hungarian Cuisine

4.8

Exceptional(239)

Price: Moderate

• Hungarian • Encino

Booked 5 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.

6. Kaiju Sushi

4.4

Awesome(265)

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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7. Larsen's Steakhouse - Encino

4.7

Exceptional(2006)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Encino

Booked 10 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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8. Hugo's Studio City

4.8

Exceptional(534)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Studio City

Booked 13 times today

Hugo's Restaurant, a Valley staple since 2000, offers California cuisine with a modern, from-scratch flair, featuring whole-food, plant-based ingredients. Especially famous for our brunch, come to Hugo’s to enjoy signature breakfast dishes like "Pasta Mama,” “Desayuno Fuerte,” or our gluten free “Almond Energy Pancakes.” Peanut-free, GMO-free, sustainable, and organic. Choose our cozy dining room, heated enclosed patio, or our outdoor dog-friendly garden area. Conveniently located at Coldwater Canyon Blvd and Riverside Drive, just one block north of the 101 freeway. We have a private parking lot, but there's also tons of street parking available.

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9. Anejo Cantina & Grill

4.4

Awesome(574)

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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10. Panzanella Ristorante

4.6

Exceptional(2033)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sherman Oaks

Booked 24 times today

We can accommodate Private Luncheons in our Private Dining Rooms. Please call with your inquiries. Panzanella Ristorante features delicious Italian and Sicilian cuisine of the Drago family in modern, yet elegant setting. At Panzanella, they bring you an extensive choice of fine wines to compliment your palate. The warm, professional and knowledgeable staff invites you to return often for superb dinner experiences.

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markvip
Los Angeles •69 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We celebrated our anniversary with some friends and had a wonderful evening! Luis took great care of us and he had very warm and pleasant demeanor. The food is always perfectly cooked and delicious. Thanks for the chocolate soufflé with the candles to top off the evening!
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Mistral - Sherman OaksPrice: Expensive• French• Sherman Oaks
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4.9
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Sherijo
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food but FAR TOO noisy. Chef was very entertaining.
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Benihana - Encino, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Encino
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4.4
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Glennisvip
San Diego •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Dinner was delightful. The beet salad was amazing ( and I usually don’t like beets). The mushroom paprikas was so delicious and rich. The pasta was homemade and cooked to perfection (Al dente of course) Highly recommend everything on the menu.
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Posto 896 Italian & Hungarian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Hungarian• Encino
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4.8
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WILLIAMvip
Los Angeles •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Le Petit Trois in the Valley has become our weekly or sometimes twice weekly restaurant that just keeps getting better. The menu is evolving and every dish is very tasty and consistent. Felicitations Chef Ludo!
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Petit Trois Le ValleyPrice: Expensive• French• Sherman Oaks
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4.6
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Brandonvip
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
It’s was a great time, but our table grill was not working and we only had a 90min time period. Other than waiting over 30 for someone to fix it, we have an excellent experience. Side note the 5pm staff killed it!
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Sherman Oaks, CA | On the BLVDPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Sherman Oaks
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4.7

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113 restaurants available nearby

1. Petit Trois Le Valley

2. Benihana - Encino, CA

3. Mistral - Sherman Oaks

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

5. Posto 896 Italian & Hungarian Cuisine

6. Kaiju Sushi

7. Larsen's Steakhouse - Encino

8. Hugo's Studio City

9. Anejo Cantina & Grill

10. Panzanella Ristorante

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