American and Deli 

In and Out Burger
7220 Balboa Blvd. Van Nuys
(818) 782-1393 (1 mile W)
Hamburgers made fresh to order, shakes made from real ice cream.

Beeps
16063 Sherman Way, Van Nuys
(818) 781-0830 (1 block E)
50’s style small diner/hamburger stand with music to match. Burgers, Steak and Cheese Sandwiches and more. The Banana Shake is to die for.

Brent’s Deli
19565 Parthenia Street, Northridge
(818) 886-5679 (6 miles W)
Voted #1 deli in Los Angeles by Zagat Survey. Their cabbage soup is the best.

Cheesecake Factory
15301 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks
(818) 906-0700 (5 miles S)
Upscale casual dining offering more than 200 menu selections.

Claim Jumper
9429 Tampa Avenue, Northridge
(818) 718-2882 (6 miles NW)
Good food with hearty portions. Popular with families.

Denny’s
16575 Sherman Way, Van Nuys
(818) 787-4659 (1/3 mile W)
Coffee shop that serves their famous grand slam breakfast all day.

Subway
16045 Sherman Way, Van Nuys
(818) 782-9686 (1/4 mile E)
Fresh baked breads served with their deli sandwiches.

Argentinian

La Portena
16150 Nordhoff Street, North Hills
(818) 718-2882 ( 2 miles N)
Tasty chimichurri sauce and grilled meats. Their skirt steak is huge and tasty.


Chinese

PF Changs
15301 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks
(818) 784-1694 (5 miles S)
Corporate Chinese food with a modern setting. Great for outings.

Sam Woo Barbeque
6450 Sepulveda Blvd., Van Nuys
(818) 988-6813 (2 miles E)
Over 192 menu items at this authentic Cantonese, famous for their roasted duck, chicken and pork in a no frills atmosphere. Cash only.
 

French

Café Bizou
14016 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks
(818)788-3536 (6 miles SE)
Cal-French bistro with well prepared-fare. Popular with the locals with their $1.00 soup or salad with entrée and $2.00 corkage fee.

Pinot Bistro
12969 Ventura Blvd., Studio City
(818) 990-0500 (7.7 miles SE)
French bistro in a charming environment of rich wood and checkered floors. Nice place to celebrate any occasion.

Italian

Fratellis
16153 Parthenia St., North Hills
(818) 893-9233 (2 miles N)
Their antipasta salad, plenty for two people, has a great italian dressing.

Oliva Trattoria Pizzeria
4449 Van Nuys Blvd., Sherman Oaks
(818) 789-4490 (5 miles S)
This Northern Italian is known for generous portions of fresh fare served in a warm and inviting room. Busy restaurant on the weekends.

Korean

Fresh Korean BBQ
17623 Sherman Way, Van Nuys
(818) 758-9545 (2 miles W)
Self-grill beef, chicken and pork on a charcoal fire. The grilled chicken plate is tender and delicious.

Japanese

Kyushu Ramen and Hanabishi Sushi
15355 Sherman Way, Van Nuys
(818) 786-6005 (1 mile E)
An Izakaya style (Japanese pub) restaurant serving many appetizer dishes along with Sushi and Ramen. Open until 1am daily.

Katsuya
16542 Ventura Blvd., Encino
(818) 788-2396 (4.3 miles S)
Non-traditional handrolls that are a work of art keeps the hip crowd of locals and stars coming here.

Hirosuke
17237 Ventura Blvd., Encino
(818) 788-7548 (4 miles S)
Their fresh sushi and bento box meals keeps this place busy. Located across the street from the Laemmle Movie Theatre.

Mexican

Tacos Corona
7213 Balboa Blvd., Van Nuys
(818) 780-9126 (1 mile W)
Authentic Mexican food in casual setting.

Las Fuentes
18415 Vanowen Street, Reseda
(818) 807-3344 (3.3 miles W)
Popular restaurant, serving authentic Mexican food in a loud but festive atmosphere.

El Torito Grill
15301 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks
(818) 907-7172 (4 miles S)
Mexican fusion fare in an upscale, contemporary setting. Fun bar. Located at Sherman Oaks Galleria. 

Seafood

Delmonico’s
16358 Ventura Blvd., Encino
(818) 986-0777 (5.5 miles E)
Cushy private booths adds comfort to this old school seafood.

Thai

Kinnara Thai 
15355 Sherman Way, Van Nuys
(818) 988-7788 (1 mile E)
Sleek modern Thai  with outstanding food , presentation and efficient service. Don't miss this gem!

 Siam House
16045 Sherman Way, Van Nuys
(818) 994-7556 (1 block E)
Thairiffic food with inexpensive prices. Free delivery over $10.

Vietnamese

Pho So 1
16450 Sepulveda Blvd., Van Nuys
(818) 989-6377 (2 miles E)
Crispy egg rolls and delicious Pho Soups keeps this place crowded.