The best restaurants in the San Fernando Valley in 2026 are Anajak Thai and Sushi Note in Sherman Oaks, Asanebo in Studio City for sushi, Art's Delicatessen and Brent's Deli for pastrami, and Porto's Bakery in Burbank. Casa Vega, Ca' Del Sole, Petit Trois Le Valley and Bob's Big Boy round out a list built along Ventura Boulevard.
Most of the Valley's best restaurants line Ventura Boulevard from Studio City to Encino, with Burbank and Toluca Lake close by. Many are near Universal and the Warner Bros. lot, so they work well after a studio tour.
Family-run Thai with famous Thai Taco Tuesdays.
Anajak Thai is one of LA's most talked-about Thai restaurants, with a strong natural wine list.
Thai Taco Tuesday draws crowds.
Good to know: Book ahead for Tuesdays.
14704 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Omakase paired with wine.
Sushi Note pairs omakase with an international wine list instead of sake.
It is the Valley's top sushi counter.
Good to know: Book about two weeks ahead.
13447 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
A long-running Studio City sushi bar.
Asanebo is a long-standing sushi bar on Ventura Boulevard known for its omakase and creative small dishes.
It has been recognized by the Michelin Guide.
Good to know: Sit at the bar for omakase.
11941 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
A 1957 deli near the studios.
Art's serves stacked sandwiches and matzo ball soup to the studio crowd.
There is a lot next door.
Good to know: Good after a studio tour.
12224 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
The black pastrami Reuben.
Brent's is a big family deli known for its black pastrami Reuben.
There is a second location in Westlake Village.
Good to know: Takeout counters move faster.
19565 Parthenia St, Northridge, CA 91324
Cuban pastries and potato balls.
Porto's is a Cuban bakery famous for potato balls and guava pastries at low prices.
Lines move quickly.
Good to know: Order ahead online.
3614 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505
A dark, retro Mexican restaurant since 1956.
Casa Vega is a classic Valley Mexican restaurant with red booths, margaritas and combination plates.
It is a beloved late-night spot.
Good to know: Expect a wait on weekends.
13301 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Italian food on a garden patio near Universal.
Ca' Del Sole serves Italian dishes on a leafy patio with a fireplace, minutes from Universal.
It is a relaxed choice for a long dinner.
Good to know: Ask for the patio.
4100 Cahuenga Blvd, Toluca Lake, CA 91602
Ludo Lefebvre's French bistro.
Petit Trois Le Valley serves French bistro classics, from omelets to steak frites, from chef Ludo Lefebvre.
Its Big Mec burger is famous.
Good to know: Order the omelet or the Big Mec.
13705 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
A 1949 Googie diner and classic car hangout.
Bob's Big Boy in Burbank is the oldest remaining Big Boy restaurant, a Googie-style landmark with car hop service on some nights.
Classic car owners gather here on Friday nights.
Good to know: Go on a Friday night for the classic car show.
4211 W Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91505
Anajak Thai in Sherman Oaks is the most talked-about; Sushi Note and Asanebo are the top sushi counters.
Ventura Boulevard in Studio City has Art's Deli and Asanebo, and Ca' Del Sole is in Toluca Lake, a few minutes from Universal.
Bob's Big Boy on Riverside Drive, a 1949 Googie-style coffee shop and historic landmark.
Casa Vega in Sherman Oaks is a classic dark, retro Mexican restaurant and bar.
Yes. Lines move quickly, and you can order ahead online.