Restaurants: Hidden Patio Dining in the San Fernando Valley

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BY KAREN YOUNG Summertime means dining al fresco. But what does that mean for the San Fernando Valley?  The sidewalk patio is indeed making a comeback with a sprinkling down Ventura Blvd, but where are the  patios you can't always see?  We … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant News in the 818

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BY KAREN YOUNG A few weeks ago, we reported that Lemonade is  coming to Studio City in mid-May, but we wanted to wait to  announce  the location until the deal was officially inked.  Well, now we have it. Lemonade is replacing Kings Road … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant News in the San Fernando Valley

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BY KAREN YOUNG Sherman Oaks' The Local Peasant is expanding to  a second location in Woodland Hills this February.  Co-owner Karl Makinen says that it will be very similar to the Sherman Oaks location except they will feature 27 craft tap … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: New Restaurants, Sushi Party Platters, Henry’s Tacos, Loteria Grill and Gift Card Deals

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BY KAREN YOUNG Sushi Don in North Hollywood  (a fast casual offshoot of Sasabune in West L.A.) has one amazing daily deal on party platters through December 31. Mix and match any  four party platters for $100.  There are two kinds of platters: … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant News in the 818

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BY KAREN YOUNG   LA Creamery seems to be infiltrating Los Angeles with its pints of luscious gourmet ice cream over the hill, but the 818 has been slow on the uptake, however there's finally some waves — Olive & Thyme in Toluca … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Wine/Beer Meals and Special Deals This Week in the 818

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BY KAREN YOUNG TONIGHT (Sept. 25): The Local Peasant in Sherman Oaks is celebrating LA Beer Week  with German chef specials with beer pairing suggestions featuring Stone Brewery. Beer flights are available. Loteria Grill is offering a … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant News in the San Fernando Valley

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BY KAREN YOUNG The Studio City restaurant scene seems to be on a non-stop roll. Word on the street is that the owners of Stout Burgers and Beer are going to open a seafood pub (that's a twist!) in the former Ole space on Ventura … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: A New Burger Joint, A New Brunch Spot, Ice Cream Fun Flavors, Ladies Night Cocktails

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Stout Burger opens its second location in Studio City

BY KAREN YOUNG   Stout Burgers has finally opened its second location in Studio City (the first is in Hollywood).  Stop by for the $10 gourmet burger with a choice of  beef that is fresh ground in-house daily, organic chicken or the … [Read more...]

Over the Hill Eats: Roast Deli & Market for a Scrumptious Stop Off the 405

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BY AMANDA TRAXLER Commuting gourmands who find themselves at Barrington Ave. and Sunset Blvd. in Brentwood during rush hour on their way to the 405, or those in need of a casual midway point to meet up with friends,  now have Roast Deli & … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant and Food News in the 818

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BY KAREN YOUNG LA Creamery opened three stores in a flurry this past year only to have them shutter as quickly. No matter, business is only getting better. They are still providing their artisan ice creams to upscale restaurants and stores, such … [Read more...]