Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Van Nuys

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1. Bacari Sherman Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(1268)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sherman Oaks

Booked 138 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!

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2. Benihana - Encino, CA

4.4

Awesome(4715)

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

4.7

Exceptional(1157)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Sherman Oaks

Booked 53 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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4. Davenport's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(2781)

Price: Expensive

• American • Encino

Booked 25 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. Casa Vega

4.6

Exceptional(359)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Sherman Oaks

Booked 89 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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6. Larsen's Steakhouse - Encino

4.7

Exceptional(2006)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Encino

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.

7. Terra E Mare

4.7

Exceptional(537)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Studio City

Booked 6 times today

Terra e Mare features traditional and contemporary Italian expressions of steak and seafood — the cuisine of the earth and sea.

8. On the Thirty

4.3

Awesome(137)

Price: Moderate

• Sports Bar • Sherman Oaks

Booked 4 times today

****** We're showing a Pay-Per-View event during our dinner shift on February 22nd, 2020. All guests in the restaurant will be charged a $10 cover. ******On the Thirty offers food, libations and a good time in a fun, casual atmosphere. It's a great place for friends to hang out, catch up and watch a game on the numerous flat-screen televisions throughout the establishment. On the Thirty serves up artisanal pizzas with gourmet toppings like fig jam, herb goat cheese and bourbon-marinated filet mignon. It also offers gourmet sandwiches, entrées and desserts. Praised in numerous publications such as Our Ventura Blvd and Boulevard Magazine, On the Thirty's mixologists create flavorful signature cocktails at the bar. This pub and eatery features 30 craft beers with international selections, as well as 30 boutique California wines. It hosts events and has a private room with catering services for parties. Reservations are also welcome for groups of eight and more.

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9. Anejo Cantina & Grill

4.4

Awesome(574)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Sherman Oaks

Booked 5 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. Vino Wine & Tapas Room

4.7

Exceptional(948)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Encino

Booked 4 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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Jill
Los Angeles •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
As always,Davenport’s delivers. Excellent food, service is top notch . A favorite spot
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Davenport's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Encino
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4.6
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Nina
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had great service from the delicious drinks from the bartender our server and chef were fantastic the food was cooked perfectly to our requests Thank You
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Benihana - Encino, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Encino
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4.4
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Monica
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We went there on a date it was fantastic . My husband and I are planning to come back soon. Excellent food and atmosphere
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Bacari Sherman OaksPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sherman Oaks
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4.7
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Joelvip
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Nov 2024
Great evening. Had amazing food. Superior service and the margaritas were everything.
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Casa VegaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Sherman Oaks
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4.6
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Brandonvip
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 Nov 2024
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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76 restaurants available nearby

1. Bacari Sherman Oaks

2. Benihana - Encino, CA

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

4. Davenport's Restaurant

5. Casa Vega

6. Larsen's Steakhouse - Encino

7. Terra E Mare

8. On the Thirty

9. Anejo Cantina & Grill

10. Vino Wine & Tapas Room

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