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    The Carving Board

    4.3 (1.3k reviews)
    ModerateCafes, Sandwiches
    Closed • 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    THE CARVING BOARD ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Chris J.

    I've been coming to The Carving Board for many years! The food options are diverse and super tasty. They will have something for you regardless of the mood you are in. They are happy to customize your order if needed. They also have vegetarian options. The manager/owner is one of the nicest people I've encountered. See you there for lunch!

    Turkey dinner sandwich with hair

    Absolutely disgusting. Look at the raw chicken and the hair in the sandwich. Absolutely horrific. Never will eat there

    Fried Oreos covered with powdered sugar.
    Tina L.

    SERVICE: Super cool staff, clean facility, and free lot parking (back). We stayed for literally 3 hrs chatting. Was able to keep a running tab. First time visiting. Everything was cool. FOOD: Ordered the Turkey Dinner sandwich. Could have used more cranberry sauce for me but was good. Came with homemade chips that had a nice butter crunchy with a soft center. Fries were fine. Also ordered the fried Oreos sprinkled with powdered sugar. With humor, I think I'm too old for these as the grease needed a pop to kill the grease lol. WELL: I'd return, but only if in the area.

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    Rinnita T.

    I've passed by this place many times and finally took the opportunity to try it. I wasn't disappointed. I was greeted immediately upon coming in. I had placed my order over the phone so it would be ready weighing arrived. For my first time I went with the double smash burger with fries. I had pickles added. The meat was deliciously flavorful and the bread had a sweet touch that I loved. Tree he fries were skinner than I expected based on the pictures online. They were also smaller pieces than I desired. They were good nonetheless. All in all nice restaurant. Seating is offered inside. Free parking is available in the back and the service was very welcoming. I look forward to going back and trying something else next time.

    Tammie W.

    The service was exceptional from the moment we stepped inside. We were greeted with warm smiles and recommendations. I was unimpressed, however, with my meal. I ordered the chicken Parm, which is a popular item on the menu and looked really good. The sauce was smooth, not too tangy and had a nice flavor to it. I believe the chicken breast though was butterflied in a way that went with the grain instead of against it, causing it to be chewy when it was coated and fried. I was able to eat about the quarter of the sandwich but the rest was inedible and very tough to bite through. My husband ordered the Wolfgang sandwich which was a turkey sandwich with goat cheese, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, and pesto that was delicious. He ordered a side of the kale pasta which he liked. The line never ended and regulars kept coming in to grab their order, so it seems like a very hot spot for lunch in Tarzana. Five stars for service and I'd like to return and order differently next time.

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    Mari B.

    The food, service, ambiance and parking were all 5/5! Will definitely be coming back. I enjoyed that they had other options for fountain drinks besides just being sodas. I for one, don't really care for sodas. They had black and green iced tea and lemonade and pink lemonade. They also sell cold brews-vanilla and mocha. The gentleman working at the register was super friendly and the cooks were all so fast and efficient. There is plenty of parking in the back. There's only one restroom stall but they keep it clean. There's plenty of seating inside or outside. Came here after a nice hike up at Topanga scenic view. Next time you're around the area you should stop by for fresh hot or cold sandwiches and everything is always made fresh.

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    Erik M.

    This place is great. The sandwich was fantastic and the staff was helpful and polite. The presentation of of the food was really good too.

    Build your own!

    Wow. Killer sandwiches with great presentation. Everything is so fresh and the staff were very welcoming. Highly recommend!

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    ........I liked the service and the foods are like homemade foods .Thank you.But they need to change their chairs and tables:)

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    Time and time again, simple but done phenomenally (dine in and delivered exceptional) Thank you!

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    The Bentley is one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. The blue cheese kinda makes it unique.

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    Ask the Community - The Carving Board

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