Los Angeles - San Fernando Valley - All Types

1710 W. Magnolia Blvd., Los Angeles 91506
818-253-1710

Tony's Darts Away

The bar itself has been around for some time, and the wood paneling and confounding name are still in place. But the new owner is sprucing up the drink offerings. All 30 beers are on tap, and they'... read more

16101 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles 91436
818-986-2838

Capriotti's

Angelenos love sandwiches (they're practically burgers!), the more involved, the better. This east coast import is a throwback (that's just plain mayo on the bread, not aioli or anything) but peopl... read more

4212 Lankershim Blvd., Los Angeles 91602
818-760-7081

Firenze Osteria

Fabio was way, way up in the Valley, now he's firmly in the city-adjacent, ritzy part. He heads up a Tuscan, but very California-influenced, kitchen. Beef carpaccio, ossobuco meets pear salad, whea... read more

4799 Commons Way, Los Angeles 91302
818-222-3444

The Vault Women

The Commons is one of those upscale, indoor-outdoor malls with trees planted everywhere in hopes of tricking customers into thinking shopping is bucolic. This particular store seems standard to man... read more

4524 Saugus Ave., Los Angeles 91403
818-990-2583

The Blue Dog

Opening a restaurant in a recession? Why not make it sort of...thematic? Huge space that looks unfinished, but no, it's meant to be that way. Why put up walls? This makes it more airy, anyway. Food... read more

1000 Universal Studios Blvd. , Los Angeles 91608
818-763-0101

Samba Brazilian Steakhouse

Brazilian churrascarias follow their own set of rules. No regular restaurant-going here. Order off a menu if you must, but the real deal is all-you-can-eat. Grab some sides from the buffet, turn th... read more

10962 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles 91604
818-761-6565

Mantee

Name is mysterious until you try the dish with the same moniker: mantee is, essentially, oven-baked garlic-powered ravioli. Universally adored. Armenian cuisine (with Lebanese accents) is a Los Ang... read more

3413 Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles 90068
323-512-2500

Henry's Hat

LA, as a whole, loves fancy pubs. Kick back, watch some sports, eat some comfort food -- just like mom makes it. That is, if mom serves Niman Ranch meat and Humboldt Fog cheese. Surroundings are ce... read more

11916 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles 91604
818-980-4811

Clear Lounge

The Valley (San Fernando, of course) takes a beating from people all over L.A. Scratch that, people who've only seen L.A. in pictures still make fun of it. Fair enough. It's a weird place that neve... read more

11920 Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles 91604

Kiwami

Uechi-san's latest endeavor sends him back to his original Studio City stomping grounds. Opening quietly (eclipsed in coverage by the new Katsuya at L.A. Live) on Ventura Boulevard, this one is the... read more

3256 Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles 90068
323-851-5111

El Bar

If this bar has a theme, it's sort of Mexican, sort of Spanish -- and no, we're not that ig'nint. Bull's head above the bar did come from parts south, not the Old World. There's, of course, a wide ... read more

15928 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles 91436
818-788-3560

Absolutely Phobulous

Some will drive forever (and ever), deep into Orange County to get the authentic stuff. Others are less obsessed, but still want some pho. This is it, San Fernando Valley-style. This is good. Prett... read more

598 E. Main St., Los Angeles 93001
805-643-6800

Watermark

Huge plates of fish, meat, fun stuff like artichoke ravioli and lobster pot pie. It's resort food, but better. And with stronger drinks. Watch out for the sweet ones. It's a new level of sugary. Bu... read more

14502 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles 91403
818-906-3000

Robbie Mac's Pizza

Like a your favorite pair of jeans. Comfortable, dependable, and cheap. At Robbie Mac's, you know exactly what you're getting, and that's why you keep coming back. Baked ziti is a goopy treat, and ... read more

10118 Riverside Dr., Los Angeles 91602
818-763-8355

Sushi Yuzu

Relatively new, and going to have to work hard to play with the big boys. Studio City is the center of sushi in LA. Mostly nondescript little strip mall joints with endless fishy pleasures tucked w... read more

10721 Burbank Blvd., Los Angeles 91601
818-286-3929

The Good Nite

The hottie owners want everyone to come here. So far, it’s mostly fetish models. Nothing wrong with that. Drinks are cheap; the place is quiet weekday evenings before the rockabilly ladies show up ... read more

12182 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles 91604
818-508-4828

Big Sugar Bakeshop

Two sweet girls once had a dream--to open a neighborhood bakery as warm as their out-of-oven Red Velvet cakes (note: cream cheese gets swapped for buttercream). Decadent cupcakes are worthy add... read more

4342 Tujunga Ave., Los Angeles 91604
818-487-1717

Gelato Bar

Gail Silverton runs this locals-friendly gelato shoppe in Studio City. That's Gail, not Nancy, the bread-loving Mozza owner. Still, the sisterly affiliation gives it cred. Product not made in-house... read more

18912 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles 91356
818-881-6704

Cici's Cafe

Big Spanish tiles that might as well have come straight off the floor of mom's kitchen; a counter lined with wood siding - true Valley chic. That being said, mom never had the sense of complete utl... read more

4389 Tujunga Ave., Los Angeles 91604
818-487-2564

Press Panini

From breakfast to dinner, sandwiches are thrown in a panini press nonstop. Opt for a salad if you must, but hot BLT is good. Barbecue chicken and bacon is good. Expect near-panic around lunch... read more