The food was excellent the best spaghetti and meatballs I've ever had the mushroom risotto was very…read morecreamy and if you like mushrooms it's the way to go. The Ambiance was very authentic quite enough to have a conversation. Scott are barkeep was very attentive funny awesome to talk with. he made one hell of a drink. Scott's Service was excellent and there was great crafted alcohol.

The Place- Very cool 1920 speakeasy…read more The Service was great! The Food- Garlic knots were very good and recommended. BBQ chicken pizza was very good and recommended. Chicken Marsala was okay but I would get something else next time. The Drinks- Tiki on Tunjuga- Good Seven Seas- Good Parking- They have a valet parking lot next door or you may be able to find street parking like I did.

Great spot in Sherman oaks. Lots of regulars. Friendly bartenders and owners. Lots of fun things on…read moretheir calendar weekly, including karaoke on Friday nights (it gets crowded and a bit loud but it's the most fun and supportive and non judgemental karaoke in the valley). Everyone there treats you like a regular within moments of entering and their beer and seltzer selection is on point. Check them out, especially if you're looking for a chill spot to meet people and have fun.

I came here for the first time for pop karaoke night, and it seemed like most of the people there…read morewere regulars who all knew each other. It's a small place and the decor didn't really feel like it matched the vibe, and the karaoke set-up was not very good. It was really hard to hear the backing music, even when you were the one singing, but this isn't the type of place that you come to "perform" for karaoke like a lot of other places in LA. It's very casual and low-pressure. Song choices were all over the place (which isn't necessarily a good or bad thing). Late night happy hour menu was decent and they offered it from 9pm on that night, and the place did get packed to standing room only. I had a hard time finding info on what their happy hour was before we went, so I took a picture to share. This was on 2/6/2026. The bartender, Brian, was very friendly, but I realized when looking at the emailed receipt afterwards that he switched one of my sibling's drinks on my tab, and I'm assuming mine got put on theirs. We have the same last name, so I understand the mix-up, but it would have been nice if he just asked about who was who instead of assuming, and it also would have been nice to see an itemized receipt before paying instead of just seeing the dollar amount we owed. Not a huge deal this time, just something that I hope they will keep in mind in the future. For food, my partner was able to get a pizza from a place across the street and bring it back into the bar, and Brian was kind enough to offer extra napkins. For other people with back problems, be aware that their bar stools do have back rests on them, but no cushions. We had a good time, and this bar seems to host special events regularly, which we may go back for eventually if the right one comes up, but I wouldn't go out of my way to go back here.

While we probably won't rush back, it's a super cute place with a 'garden' or 'backyard' feel above…read morea funky furniture place. Food was a bit of a mixed bag. We tried a yellowfin tartare which was great. I got the pasta which was very good, and my wife got the salmon. Salmon was fresh and great, but the broccolini side was ridiculously salty. Service was very good, but my wife wanted the tartare as an entrée and our server, who was honestly lovely, suggested it wasn't large enough for an entrée. Problem was, it was a pretty substantial portion and my wife would have appreciated it as a main. I loved getting to share the tuna, but if she'd have just ordered that, and not added the salmon, I think we both would've appreciated the experience more. A very good wine list, with some really nice wines by the glass - You don't see that often enough - and limited, but interesting beer. Ample parking, 90 minutes free.

First time at Cosette and it was very nice. Very inconspicuous but nice!! It's located right next…read moreto Madewell and it's upstairs on second floor of the plant store. It's easy to get lost but it's easy to find after you read the sign and pass Madewell. It was a girls night out experience and we had fun on a Saturday evening. For food I ordered the bread and butter that was Shareable and the tuna ahi with chips that was 3/5. It could have been more flavorful. The bread and butter was 5/5 though. Very hot and soft. For the wine I had the Grenache and sparkling rose that was very good!!! My fav two selections. I highly suggest !! The service was really good and pretty fast! We had Yesi as our server and she was very attentive and good personality!! I would like to have her again!! The ambiance is cute and nice surrounded by beautiful plants you can purchase. I will try Cosette again! The parking was expensive in the lot! They only give 90 min free parking after it's a few every hour or min. I had to pay $20, so just FYI.

Chimneysweep is back…read more Sweeping it's way back into the local valley bar lounge life off the corner of Woodman Avenue & Moorpark Avenue from 5pm to close daily. This 1965 established San Fernando Valley spot is a good time, with an jukebox, classic cocktails, tons of good seating, a nice patio, easy-going bartenders, darts and more. They were under an updating period and were closed for a bit, it doesn't seem like much changed if anything, but I know locals and passers through are grateful for this 60 year old dive lounge bar. They still have limited parking in a shared plaza lot, but you can get lucky here, on the street, metered off Woodman, less restrictions on residential streets. Full bar, including wine and a super variety of beers from craft to imported to domestic. See their too cool for school beer menu chalkboard with the latest and greatest each month. Ask about their seasonal brews. Enjoy seating via couches, booths and/or chairs. Cozy and the dim lighting is intimate and never too much of an adjustment from the light outside. They do card everyone, even this almost forty year old with my youthfulness lol. Stopped in for the first time in a long time for a nightcap with some colleagues - a nice peanut butter whiskey coke, cheers and great tunes + music videos on their awesome flatscreens throughout. Chimneysweep is very much a locals bar, but they are truly kind to any and all. They've hosted birthdays, paint and drink nights, karaoke and even are filming friendly supporting creatives in LA. Restrooms are clean and rideshare is easy for when you call it a night as well as arrive #DrinkResponsibly It's great prices, cool divey vibes and classic SFV times. Check out their Instagram, Facebook and website for the latest happenings - sign up for their email list. Relish the timeless charm of the Chimenysweep Lounge.

My secret hang out spot. Love the darts and music and the people are always friendly.read more

Thank you so much ! DawnMarie was friendly and kind. Super…read morehelpful with my questions. The happy hour is great don't miss it:) Nice large TV to watch the games Really nice bar / restaurant to hang out

The food was absolutely trash. Everything was cold, except for the pizza made all of me and my…read morefriends throw up later that night. We ordered so much food and only ate the french fries cause the food tasted disgusting. The Service was absolutely horrific and complete trash... we had to go and flag down the waitress every 20- 30 minutes even when we had a private room in the back ... that we paid $1500 for! The owner was absolutely treacherous, and you might as well call her Cruella Deville She was insanely rude to me and my guests and called my buddy a Greedy Bitch myself when he simply asked if they could switch the channel on this TV... ‍ Soda was completely flat and beer was completely flat as well too and they never replaced it and still charged for it I highly recommend never going to this place unless you wanna have a horrible experience 0 out of 10 !!!! What a waste !!! I hope they go under soon It's really too bad..... thumbs down

Met up with a friend on a Friday night for an early happy hour dinner. Since we didn't have…read morereservations, the host let us know they'd need the table back in about 1.5 hours. No problem... except no one came to us for ever. We were maybe 1 of 4/5 tables in the place. Finally we flagged down someone who got our drinks going. Looks like he was the bartender - bar did have people too. Took awhile to get some food going as well, but we did eventually. Staff was friendly, so other than the waiting, it was a great time. We had some froses which were yummy. Wings were good and we LOVED the crab cakes, though we thought they were on the small side. Loved atmosphere and definitely will come back.

I decided to try The Local Peasant because I wanted a good ole California breakfast and absolutely…read morelove this name. And it fits this venue perfectly. Sherman Oaks is gritty and the section of Ventura Boulevard that houses TLP is almost brutalist in its anti-establishment aesthetic. You would never know it was here if you didn't either live in the neighborhood or seek it out as I did. It is sandwiched between a completely non-descript place that I didn't even look at and a crystals shop with grafitti-etched windows (unfortunately!) but some really cool beads. Inside is the same -- no frills, a dress-down and survive-if-you-dare vibe. My pictures will illustrate what I mean. Nevertheless, the friendly service (shout out to our server, Patrick), the menu, and the quality of the food are well worth it. Again, see what we ordered in the photos attached. Everything was delicious. The floor, tables, and chairs were all clean. There is some kind of post-apocalypse rhumba going on with the ceiling treatment. It is almost reverse-logic art with all the shading (stains? velour movement?) and utilitarian installation it reveals. Love the walls though, and the worn distressed wood everywhere (see the pix, folks). A bonus was watching the Masters (Patrick let us linger) and sitting by a giant window that was open to the street. Parking is up a block or so on either side. We always find safe spots in Sherman Oaks. The music seemed to be one CD of an unknown (to me) vocal artist and was pleasant. The crowd was friendly and the whole atmosphere was like one big homey grunge party. You know those mornings you fall out of bed and almost don't want to change out of your pajamas or yoga threds? This is the place to go. I loved it. (NOTE: You may have to refresh this page twice to see my pictures, for some reason. grrrrrr)

Stopped in on a Tuesday evening and had a nice experience overall. It was busy, but I was able to…read morefind street parking without much trouble. There was no wait when we arrived. The setup is fast-casual style, where you order at the bar and then find a seat. The staff was excellent throughout the visit. They were patient, took the time to answer questions, and did a great job explaining the different wine options. They also let us sample a few wines before deciding, which I always appreciate. I ended up ordering the Rosso Veronese. It was dry overall but had a touch more sweetness than I expected, which made it easy to drink given I'm not much of a wine connoisseur. We also benefited from a special on the wine because it had been featured at an event the previous day. The space itself was comfortable and inviting. We grabbed a spot on one of the couches, which gave the evening a more relaxed feel compared to a typical wine bar setup. Pricing is about what you'd expect for a wine-focused spot. It's not inexpensive, but it didn't feel unreasonable either, especially considering the service and atmosphere. Between the knowledgeable staff, the opportunity to sample wines, and the comfortable setting, I'd happily come back and try a few more selections.

We've been twice…read more While it is a lovely space, we were not made to feel welcome, and the "stand in line to order at the bar" system was chaotic and kept us from ordering more than we did. They have great bottles, but very short pours, and the hospitality that makes a good place great just wasn't on display. Food was good, but service was lacking, and at the price point was not of value to us.

I took a special someone here for a birthday celebration, and everything went great from start to…read morefinish. The food and drinks were amazing, and our server was friendly, attentive, and did an excellent job taking care of us. The outdoor seating was one of my favorite parts. It has a great atmosphere and is perfect for a date night. Thanks to the staff for helping make the birthday celebration so memorable. I would definitely recommend this place and look forward to coming back!

The restaurant gives you a positive vibe. Servants treat you well…read more The food was really good, the appetizer could be better. Service and ambiance good. The only negative thing was the place I was seated, kind of facing the restroom door, not a pleasant spot. But the fire place looks nice. The music not loud so you can talk easily.