Notable Restaurants in the San Fernando Valley
The all-encompassing land in northern Los Angeles known as the San Fernando Valley ("the Valley) has it all and it’s made up of gorgeous suburbs including Burbank, Calabasas, Chatsworth, Encino, Glendale, North Hollywood, Panorama City and beyond. It is no surprise there is a vast array of exceptional cuisines so, don’t forget to check out the local eateries that offer an exquisite dining experience to accompany your real estate search. Knowing what’s around the San Fernando Valley can help you pinpoint where exactly you’d like to put down roots. When you invest in San Fernando Valley real estate, you’re not only investing in a new home. You’re investing in the surrounding community and all that it offers. Read on to learn more about a selection of restaurants in the Valley.
GASOLINA CAFE
21150 Ventura Blvd.
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Chef Sandra Cordero opened the Gasolina Cafe opened in 2015 and started serving Spanish influenced food in a new way. The food is locally sources, sustainably raised and driven by the season. Make sure to try all-day dishes like pan con tomato, tortilla española, and the monthly paellas -on select evenings, the venue hosts paella nights, where guests can experience an authentic Spanish event. The street side bistro boasts an upmarket cafe aesthetic with a touch of artistic design.
ANJAK THAI
14704 Ventura Boulevard
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
The 2022 LA Times Restaurant of the Year has been a Valley staple since the 1980’s. Anjak is a place for Thai Taco Tuesday, skewer-grilled prawns, fresh uni and pad Thai. There's a regular dinner menu that runs nightly from Wednesday through Sunday, Taco Tuesday on Tuesdays, and a 14-course outdoor Omakase every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.
DAN’S SUPER SUBS
22446 Ventura Boulevard
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
San Fernando Valley wouldn’t exist without places like Dan’s Super Subs. The much family-run sub shop has been a staple of since 1980. They’re still serving sandwiches big enough for at least two people, packed with high-quality meats, fresh vegetables, and Chicago-imported dill pickles.
THE CASTAWAY
1250 E Harvard Road
Burbank, CA 91501
The design of Castaway makes for a dining experience with breath taking view of Los Angeles which ensures everyone has an excellent view, making a place to sip wine and look out over the valley. Castaway has a floor-to-ceiling wine cellar, coveted Chef’s Table set up and a charcuterie station. Castaway offers interesting cuts of steak from the best butchers and then dry-aged in-house with a Himalayan salt wall. Concentrate on anything from the “Butcher’s Cut” section of the menu. Enjoy view.
CASA VEGA
13301 Ventura Boulevard
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Mexican restaurant, Casa Vega has been a San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles staple for over 65 years. Casa Vega is one of the longest continuously family-owned restaurants in all of greater Los Angeles. Casa Vega garnered a lot of attention in Quentin Tarantino’s film Once Upon Time In Hollywood. In 2022 it was named one of America's Classics by the James Beard Foundation. The food is authentic, delicious Mexican fare, served in a warm and festive atmosphere.
BLUE DOG TAVERN
4524 Saugus Avenue
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Blue Dog is your Cheers if you live in Sherman Oaks or a neighborhood surrounding Sherman Oaks. Blue Dog Tavern was inspired by a love of dogs, the finest rotating beer and American cuisine. The Blue Dog is special because it feels like you stepped into a towny bar in the midwest. However, this burger and beer hotspot is one block off the 405 Freeway. The burgers are worth traveling over the hill to eat and the servers will treat you like one of the family. The house-made bleu cheese dressing is to die for so, do not leave without ordering a salad! Also, don’t forget to bring your furry pet a they are more than welcome.
HIHO CHEESEBURGER
4220 Coldwater Canyon Avenue, Suite 421
Studio City, CA 91604
HiHo is the only burger in town that exclusively serves 100% grass-fed and 100% grass-finished Wagyu. One Wall Street Journal article stated: “If you should find grass-fed Wagyu, buy it.” Wagyu is the best tasting beef and needs nothing extra except perhaps, salt and pepper. This is what has made HiHo a name for itself with locations across the LA basin. Enjoy your delectable HiHo burger on the Studio City sunny patio.
GORILLA PIES
12417 Burbank Boulevard
Valley Village, CA 91607
The pies at Gorilla pizzeria are perfectly charred, just cheesy enough, and delightfully crispy. Gorilla Pies is a Pittsburgh-style pizzeria with a California vibe and the dough is a made of a mix of commercial yeast (65% hydration) and natural fermentation. Only the best flour is used from King Arthur to Caputo. The tomatoes are Organic Bianco di Napoli. Try one of the unique signature pizzas such as The sierra Bonita, The Basic Benny, The Kittens and much more! “There is no other pizza restaurant matching the flavor and personality of Gorilla right now.” — EATER L.A.
BROTHERS SUSHI
21418 Ventura Boulevard
Woodland Hills, 91364
This dynamic spot, brought to you my chef, Mark Okuda, specializes in seasonal fish from Japan, Ora King Salmon from new Zealand, dry-aged grilled fish collar, Hokkaido snowcrabs, Kanpachi, hamachi and more. The halibut is served in a tall martini glass complimented with Japanese cucumber, micro shiso, and yuzu-spiked vinegar. Try the citrus octopus, marinated king salmon and a tuna handroll; both seasonal Omakase Chefs course and Ala Carte options are available. Sushi Brothers minimally decorated dark wood counter, floral arrangements, and gray floor tiles, feels refined and contemporary.
CAHUENGA GENERAL STORE
5510 Cahuenga Boulevard
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Cahuenga General Store, which was a former prop shop, is a very iconic vintage cafe that serves soups, salads and simply delicious sandwiches. You will feel like you walked into a 19th-century store with the creaky floors, chairs hanging from the ceiling and an array of homemade soaps sitting on the shelves. Don’t miss the open mic nights that take place on the amazing side patio. Also, the in-house pesto is incredible so make sure to order anything with pesto on it!
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