Restaurants near Van Nuys Branch Library

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1. Bacari Sherman Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(1292)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sherman Oaks

Booked 108 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!

2. Casa Vega

4.6

Exceptional(378)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Sherman Oaks

Booked 97 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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3. Petit Trois Le Valley

4.7

Exceptional(158)

Price: Expensive

• French • Sherman Oaks

Booked 70 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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4. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Sherman Oaks, CA | On the BLVD

4.7

Exceptional(1162)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Sherman Oaks

Booked 52 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. Benihana - Encino, CA

4.3

Awesome(4735)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Encino

Booked 100 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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6. Firefly - Studio City

4.7

Exceptional(4139)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Studio City

Booked 86 times today

An enchanting and romantic covered outdoor patio that offers a unique dining experience, complete with outdoor fireplaces and hillside views in the heart of Studio City. We offer small and large plates featuring Modern American and Mediterranean influenced dishes by Chef Viet Pham. We offer handcrafted cocktails, delicious wines, and hand selected beers. We have two beautiful outdoor patios, a library lounge and bar area.

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7. Davenport's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(2785)

Price: Expensive

• American • Encino

Booked 38 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.

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8. Panzanella Ristorante

4.6

Exceptional(2040)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sherman Oaks

Booked 23 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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9. Le Petit Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1779)

Price: Expensive

• French • Sherman Oaks

Booked 25 times today

Diners can enjoy some of the most authentic French food in the valley when they visit Le Petit Restaurant. With the air of a bistro that has come straight from a Paris street, Le Petit serves French fare and adds its own California twist. The look and feel make it a great date spot that is conveniently open for late night dining. The interior is masked in an Art Deco decor, framed by high ceilings and filled with candle-lit and linen-covered tables, framed art adorning the colorful walls, white curved booths, and hardwood floors. The menu runs through a range of creative dishes, like the blackened salmon, grilled entrecote (rib-eye steak), escargot, herb-roasted chicken, and more, including daily specials. On Monday and Tuesday nights Le Petit offers a special 1.5 pound live Maine lobster, with soup or salad for $45.95. A notable wine list and full bar give diners ample drink choices. Le Petit Restaurant is available for private parties

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10. Mistral - Sherman Oaks

4.9

Exceptional(2130)

Price: Expensive

• French • Sherman Oaks

Booked 31 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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Judi
Los Angeles •10 reviews
4.0
Dined today
The food here is outstanding! The service in my previous experiences has been VERY good! Tonight ... the service was sub-par! We waited almost an hour for someone to take our order. Not sure if they were short staffed or having a staff meeting or what- but all someone had to do was explain... instead I just heard 3 times, "we all work as a team here" what does that even mean???? I will give it another chance.. but Also they brought a "complementary" desert... I LOVE sweets, but this was terrible!! So glad I didn't pay for it! Guess they can't do sweets well!
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Bacari Sherman OaksPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sherman Oaks
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4.7
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JillVIP
Los Angeles •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Petit Trois never disappoints. Delicious food and great service.
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Petit Trois Le ValleyPrice: Expensive• French• Sherman Oaks
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4.7
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Dana
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Accidentally booked reservation for four at 8:00 instead of for five at 7:00. Went in with my work team and they made accommodations and set us down within 10 minutes. Very satisfied always.
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Casa VegaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Sherman Oaks
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4.6
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TracyVIP
Los Angeles •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was the best experience I've had here in the last 6 visits. This time they put us in the main room where there was no dripping water. We waited a reasonable amount of time and the server was pleasant. Our chef cooked our food properly and our table mates were really fun. It's been difficult to have an enjoyable experience here but this one was actually a good one.
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Benihana - Encino, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Encino
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4.3
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Nicholas
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined on 10 Dec 2024
Hey Los Angeles, are you In the mood for some Delicious Korean and Japanese bbq? Than you found the right place! Hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Stay cool!
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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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958 restaurants available nearby

1. Bacari Sherman Oaks

2. Casa Vega

3. Petit Trois Le Valley

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

5. Benihana - Encino, CA

6. Firefly - Studio City

7. Davenport's Restaurant

8. Panzanella Ristorante

9. Le Petit Restaurant

10. Mistral - Sherman Oaks

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