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Give up on Studio City/Ventura?? a few good spots
I definitely second il Tiramisu and Daichan!
I feel like Il Tiramisu doesn't get enough exposure. The food is amazing quality and the service is fantastic. I love going in and just ordering a plate of capellini pasta with pink (tomato cream) sauce with a side of grilled Italian sausage. It's not on the menu, but they'll make whatever you request. I also had an incredible lamb ragu past with butternut squash. Ohhh... To die for...
Daichan is one of those lovely Japanese restaurants that definitely takes you to Japan itself. The decor and atmosphere created in this small restaurant is one thing. And then you have your traditional homemade Japanese food. It's a nice change from the popularized sushi fad that goes on in LA. Don't get me wrong, I'm all about how popular sushi is out here! But having Japanese "soul food" is a pleasant change of pace. :)
There's also iL Tramezzino on Ventura Blvd, just west of Coldwater that serves good Italian sandwiches and soups. It's a great place to take a friend for an affordable and delicious patio lunch.
Sumo Sushi is a quaint little Korean-run sushi restaurant on Van Nuys and Magnolia. Although there's a slight difference from your usual high-quality Japanese owned sushi restaurant, it's still quality sushi, not over crowded with people, and affordable!
Give up on Studio City/Ventura?? a few good spots
Mexicali has a great plate of nachos though. So, if you are looking for a late night spot for drinks and food, Mexicali is a fun choice. I was taken by their nachos. Usually I'm complaining about the lack of toppings (especially cheese). That definitely was not the case at Mexicali.
Ethnic in the Valley
Aroma Bakery Cafe is a European Style bakery in Encino.
18047 Ventura Blvd.
Encino, CA
- I am a huge fan of their mushroom salad, and ahi tuna salad. AMAZING.
Moroccan - I love Marakesh in Studio City. Also on Ventura Blvd.
Theirs is a set menu. Dish out a little over $30, but you get a fantastic 5 course meal.
TAPAS! There's a tapas place in Studio City as well. Near Marakesh. Between Coldwater and Fulton on Ventura Blvd. You have to try their gazpacho and fried goat cheese with honey... Ohhhhh...
Vietnamese! - I second Pho 99 on Sepulveda and Victory.
Chinese/Cantonese! - Next to the Pho Place is Sam Woo BBQ. Which, if you haven't heard of, has awesomely authentic food. I grew up in Asia, so it's hard to find authentic Chinese in the area without having to drive out East. But Sam Woo satisfies those cravings easily.
