The Garden Cafe is a charming retreat in the heart of Sherman Oaks. The menu is widely varied, with…read morefood that is fresh, delicious and the portions generous. They serve omelettes, sandwiches, salads, chicken wings, pastas, grilled salmon and PERFECT individual pizzas (that are still large enough to share). Even though you order at the register and the wait staff delivers to your table, the service is outstanding (even to your doggies!). Everyone who works there is friendly and helpful and attentive. The garden atmosphere is lovely. You dine under a trellis of fairy lights and bougainvillea. And on certain evenings and lunch times, they have wonderful musicians provide soft background music. They also have an interior space which is nice as well (and air conditioned), but the real charm is the garden, where my maltipoo, Bella, is always spoiled (she especially loves the fries). Parking can be challenging, so, I recommend going just before or just after the breakfast, lunch or dinner rush. I live in the neighborhood, but I have friends who drive from DTLA, Hollywood , West L.A. and even farther away to meet me there just for coffee (try the Vanilla Latte - yum), a lavender lemonade or a glass of wine and a plate of chicken wings (cooled in different styles). The owners and their family work there, too, and always make me, my dog and my friends feel so welcomed and special. I cannot recommend it highly enough.

The Garden Cafe is a wonderful, hidden gem. You'd never know it's there from the street…read more I especially love the cozy, outdoor space where you can relax and enjoy live music. There is also large separate side patio area that is great for large parties. The menu is varied, and the food is excellent and fresh. I had the pleasure of meeting owner the last time I was there. She is the loveliest person who takes so much pride in her restaurant.

Amazing service. Server was Destiny and she was so welcoming and friendly. She made us feel…read morecomfortable and taken care of throughout our meal. Definitely added to the experience. The food was great per usual.

I had a wonderful time at Bacari. The food and drinks were great, but the service was even better…read more Our waitress, Sam, had an amazing energy and was overly attentive with our table. From the lighting to the outside seating, the ambiance was unmatched. Thank you Sam for the hospitality.

Had a great brunch experience at Blu Jam Cafe in Sherman Oaks…read more We started with the Lemon Crepes as a little taster for the table. They were light, sweet, and a nice way to start the meal without committing to a full sweet breakfast. For my main meal, I had the Steak Hash, which was really good. The combination of beef tenderloin, potatoes, eggs, spinach, mushrooms, Gorgonzola, and hollandaise made it hearty and flavorful. We also had the Crunchy French Toast, and that was amazing. Definitely one of the highlights of the meal and something I would order again. What made the experience even better was the owner. He was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and made you feel like he genuinely appreciated you being there. That kind of hospitality always stands out. Great food, warm atmosphere, and an owner who makes you feel welcome. I would absolutely come back the next time I'm in the area.

I understand using a QR code to place your order. It's not my preferred dining experience, but I…read morecan accept that's how the restaurant operates. What bothers me is being asked to choose a tip before I've received the service. I'm given options like 10%, 15%, 18%, or 20%--but how am I supposed to know what level of service deserves 10% versus 20% when the service hasn't happened yet? If I choose 10% and the service is excellent, I may feel like I should have tipped more. If I choose 20% and the service is poor, I feel like I've overpaid. Ironically, this system makes me more likely to choose a conservative tip every time. I'd much rather have the option to tip after the service is provided, when I can actually evaluate the experience. My recommendation: keep the QR ordering if you want, but move the tipping option to the end of the meal, after the service has been provided. That would make tipping feel more fair and meaningful.

I had such a great experience at Casita in Sherman Oaks! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was…read morecute and welcoming, and the overall experience was even better because of our server, Oceana. She was so friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. She was genuinely kind and made us feel very taken care of without being overbearing. Great service can really make or break a dining experience, and Oceana definitely made ours a memorable one. I'll definitely be coming back!

We had a small misunderstanding regarding the seating. I had called ahead and requested a table…read morenear the window, but unfortunately, there was some confusion when we arrived. Thankfully, the management was very kind and understanding and quickly resolved the situation, making sure we were seated where we had originally requested. To make up for the misunderstanding, they also kindly took the first string off our bill, which we really appreciated. It was such a thoughtful gesture. In the end, everything worked out perfectly. The atmosphere was great, the food was enjoyable, and we had a wonderful evening. We really appreciated how the management handled everything and made sure we left happy. We would definitely come back!

To start off the service was amazing all of the staff was welcoming and did a great job of setting…read morethe peaceful and comfortable mood that comes with their outdoor seating. The plush loveseats and faint music are enough to put you to sleep after dinner. That being said dinner was magical not only is their tomato soup an excellent match with their garlic broccolini flat bread but the scallops were very well done and have an amazing flavor. The 8ounce steak was ordered medium rare and was extremely tender and flavorful the tagliatelle bolognese was creamy and came with great fresh herbs on top. The drinks were also amazing the blackberry mocktail and especially the blackberry vodka cocktail that cocktail is enough to have you swimming in the hotel pool. Overall very satisfied with the food, drink and especially the aesthetic of the restaurant. Much love to our wonderful staff that night for the sorbets on our anniversary dinner. Many thanks.

Great all around. Staff was friendly and seemed eager to accommodate my every need which is rare.read more

A really nice brunch option up in the valley. They have a real unique menu with really solid…read moreflavors and the environment is the sort of place that's fun to have a meal with friends, family, or a date. Our server was very polite and even though they don't have a dedicated parking lot, we were able to find a street spot a half a block away. Inside is pretty large, and they also have outdoor seating, which is where we chose to eat. Everything that we ordered came out surprisingly fast, and service in general was very good. We started off with one of the homemade Pop Tarts, which was really terrific. The inside had strawberry jam, which was my favorite part. For brunch, I chose the Croque Madame and really enjoyed it. The portion size was generous, and the egg was cooked perfectly and overall I really enjoyed it. I would highly recommend both items and would definitely stop in again next time I'm up in the valley.

It's a little deceiving from the street. It's an order at the counter and the food will be…read moredelivered to the table. When you walk in, it's like a garden - so cute! We stood there not knowing exactly where to go, and then realized that we needed to enter through a door to the left. It's such a cute little store - that sells food, desserts and coffee. I hate to say this - the guy taking my order seemed a little dirty. We ordered a cappuccino and it was perfect! The blueberry cheesecake was yummy as well.

Great spot in the valley for brunch/lunch! They have lots of options on their menu. Parking can be…read morechallenging depending on the time of day. It's really just street parking or finding a spot in the residential area. It's nice inside, the tables are well spaced apart. I got their chinese chicken salad which I've had once before. It's such a huge portion which is why I love it! And it's tasty. I got mimosas with my friend too; they have more than just classic OJ, I got blood orange.

Great food great service by Vanessa she was just the greatest!…read more We love this spot! And always can count on a great time

On a Saturday late afternoon, wandered the neighborhood searching for a matcha smoothie shop and a…read morepastry snack possibly. Twinty was open and located next to the Rachel and Rose bridal shop, where I purchased my summertime wedding dress, last year. They had exactly what I was searching for and a cozy, and very thoughtful neighborhood brunch spot. The service was super amicable and it's easily accessible, a short walk away. Also, since I started my micro-dose GlP1 journey to shed 15lbs. The tummy is super sensitive to high sugar, saturated fats, and unhealthy foodies. And Twinty has a menu that is both gentle and healthy. I appreciate that, esp bc foodies have become a more complex and specific palate lately, Will be back for another Matcha Smoothie, possibly today to start my day right. Thanks guys.

I wanted to try a new place out for lunch and my friend recommended Twinty Cafe! Upon arrival I…read morenoticed it's a dog friendly restaurant with a cute water bowl station for canines. There's indoor and outdoor seating options. I was greated by an employee who thought I needed help with directions because Ineas standing outside alone. "I'm just waiting for a friend." I replied. My friend arrived and we entered Twinty Cafe. There were customers deep into their typing on their laptops and an earlies 20's couple into share loving glances at one another. The interior was very clean with exposed brick and lots of earth tones. Ordering our food and drinks we saw that the work area was clean and organized. Our server was helpful enough to not put chilli flakes on my friend's avocado toast. We ordered our food & drinks and got a number to take to our table. We ate outside and had a pleasant time. Great place to people watch.

Kurrrrssttyyy! Was the literally BEST. Thank you for making our brunch experience lovelyread more

Service is friendly but super slow. Food was fantastic, cocktails were undrinkable, literally…read moreleft them on the table with only a couple sips gone, if i go back ild stick to a beer.

Amazing Customer Service taken to another level. I came here last week for my birthday and just…read moreloved the place from the Amazing Servers to the lovely bartenders Emily and Kaylyn. I'm definitely going back this week. If you're by Sherman oaks and like a casual yet classy spot for great food and drinks. No reason not to stop by. 10/10.

10/10 best spot in Sherman oaks ask for Emily if you are at…read morethe bar, she has the best recommendations and is a total sweetheart! Great for date nights or work events highly recommended! Lastly love the tacos