Alright kids, buckle up. It's been quite some time since I last wrote something - the EX and I didn't really go out much, and he silently loathed my writing style (yayyyy), and then to top it all off I had to go and create a charity that helps thousands of children around the country so I figured I'd have to delete that review of my gynecologist for the sake of my professional reputation. This review is not going to be my greatest (I kept those, so this one is gonna look like shit). These days, I'm going out more. Meeting new people. Doing new things. And keeping my eye out on what has started to prove itself to be a horrible, horrible dating scene. Masochism is fun! One such adventure took me to The Oaks Tavern, a fun dive bar up in Sherman Oaks with the worst parking situation ever (but unfortunately for all you looking for a way out - still worth going). More specifically, it took me here for a trivia night - Charlie's Trivia Night, Wednesdays from 7:30p - 9:30p. They have a few of them, but I came here for this one. The drinks were dive worthy, and the pizza was, too. It's a fucking dive bar. ENJOY IT. If you want a fancy cocktail go to the arts district you asshole. Personally the combo pizza helped silence my growling stomach, because the brain power I have to use to get half the answers correct is cause for a bite or 20. It's all nostalgic. Nostalgia for a fun, easy, unpretentious evening where you don't feel like you have to wear makeup because doing a double wash with an oil based cleanser and then a cream based cleanser feels like a lot at the end of the night. All in all, I think I'd like to come back sometime. Oh yeah and the trivia was pretty cool. Charlie, is it? Is he single? Asking for a friend who is a bit of a masochist... read more

The oaks tavern is complete and utter trash. I used to come here regularly about 4 years ago I came here tonight and they let me in and after about an hour the bouncer told me I have to leave as they remembered me getting an altercation with a biker gang. Let me be clear. I was doing karaoke 4 years ago. A biker game came into the bar and attacked me and punched me in the face. I did absolutely nothing to deserve it. I almost filed a lawsuit against this bar regarding this. I am one of the stars of the movie The sandlot this place is trash and I will make sure their business is demolished. In response to her response below both party's did not start the altercation I have eye witnesses that literally saw everything that happened, how on earth could I start an altercation in the midst of doing karaoke? They punched not only me but another guy I was doing the song with and then they ran away. I literally have proof of this and will consult my attorney after the holiday is over. I should have done it after the incident happened and yes I did call your buisness and cuss out the manager that kicked me out for absolutely no reason. It was completely uncalled for and I did not deserve it read more

I went here last week for my friend's birthday and it was so much fun! The staff was so friendly and accommodating and my friend really enjoyed herself. I liked the dark vampy vibe of the place. We got drinks and pizza, and even got to do karaoke. Having the complimentary popcorn was an extra nice touch. read more

We went for the Nerdology Trivia Night. All the tables were completely full but one of our friends was able to get there early and snag one. The trivia is very movie-specific so it's difficult if that's not your area of expertise, but fun to watch people show off their knowledge. The speakers were a bit loud, but the questions are put up on the TV screens all around the room, so it's easy to see them. I ordered one of the pizzas and the server was able to guide me to a vegetarian one I could order and add pepperoni to half of, which was super helpful. They are frozen and pre-made, so nothing spectacular, but they're also under $20. And there's free popcorn available for snacking on too, which is fun. read more

This place was vibe. It does seem to attract the younger hipster crowds. Pooped in for a drink after dinner, the since a security guard in-front. He informed us that pretty much all the tables were reserved and that only bar seating or standing was available. It was about 8pm Saturday night... The place isn't that big but does have a cool vibes. They offer karaoke which I believe happens to be every night. It's a full bar and I did noticed that they had pizza. Not sure if it's just that or there's other food available. Crowd was fun singing along with everyone. The bartender, she was sweet and very friendly with the sweetest smile. If you have a big group, I assume book a table. read more

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This is a "local" spot that you can find regulars at or a new face that is ready to sing and have a good time. Service is ALWAYS friendly. I have yet to have a bad time here. Just wish it was a little bit bigger.. I didn't care for the drinks but the vibes alone are making me go back. Id for sure swing by if youre in the area. I wouldn't drive out for it, unless your big into karaoke! Parking is awful so I recommend finding a ride or walking if you are able to! read more

Just moved to the area. blonde girl had very aggressive attitude. She told some guy about the situation. He took our beers and kicked us out. Not a good place to go. Go to game changer. Over nothing. I was asking why I'm signing 2 different receipts. The. I got kicked out. This place sucks read more

Honestly I think Im in love with (Duff)?? Best night ever! One of the bartenders serenaded us with his dreamy rendition of pour some sugar on me and really set the mood, we had the best time. Drinks were great, really cute aesthetic and girly bathroom. Love. New fav bar!! read more

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First a SUPER OWNER!!!!Second FABULOUS COURTEOUS SERVICE!!!!!And a place that has real appeal, I've been coming here a long time, and to quote the old TV phrase.."Try it You'll like it.." applies here definitely!!!!!!! read more

Went for trivia night. It was really fun. I like that the trivia is on paper and not on our phones. Will definitely go again, but we'd bring our own food next time. The pizza was not good. read more

I spent hours here on yelp looking for a fun place to celebrate my birthday and nothing called out to me. Then boom! I called to see what was on the calendar for a Tuesday night and Maurie (sp?), told me about the music open mic! She was so sweet! She sold me on celebrating here with 13 girlfriends. I made a reservation with Joey who runs the open mic & music acts later that night. We had the BEST TIME EVER!!! Ordered a bunch of pizzas for everyone to munch on. It was perfect. Hannah took care of our drink orders & pizzas at the bar. BTW - Her Berry margaritas were delicious. I got to meet Joey after the show. She came over to our table to say hello! The inside is very rustic and dark with leather booths. They serve free popcorn and have a full service bar featuring a variety of tequilas. *They only serve Pizza: cheese, pepperoni, sausage, combo, mushroom & truffle w/garlic sauce. (The pizza was good) *Gluten free pizza available *Small parking lot located next to the tavern. *Staff is very friendly & nice! *Call or check out the website for the weekly events! read more

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The Oaks Tavern is a cool little neighborhood dive bar. It you're a beer drinker this is your spot because they have a vast selection of Craft Beers (16 taps & 20+ bottles). They also have some enticing specialty cocktails too. The story of how Camila founded this bar is fantastic. #GirlPower #SupportWomenOwned I recently came here to celebrate Yelp's favorite social butterfly, Te-See's birthday. Hannah was the bartender on duty, and she was awesome! When we got there it was fairly empty but as the night went on the place started to fill up and Hannah managed it like a pro. Making drinks and delivering pizza to tables with a friendly smile and cheerful demeanor. I had the JaJa Blackberry Margarita with a sugar rim, and it was tasty - a perfect balance of tart & sweet. One of the cool things about this place, if you want to buy someone a drink they will hand you a drink ticket so the person can redeem it when they are ready for another. In terms of food, they only offer pizza. (Gluten free also available.) Several were ordered for the table - Cheese & Pepperoni. Judging by the crust I'm fairly sure it was frozen pizza. However, it smelled good, and the cheese pizza was tasty. Free popcorn is available too. They also let you bring in food. Our hostess with the mostess brought fresh salad to go along with our pizza and, of course, there was cake! Tuesday night is Open Mic Night, which starts at 7:30 p.m. The talent line up was impressive, and the performances were enjoyable. I would absolutely come back here. It's a great place for getting together with friends, watch sports, or just hang solo. The regulars are a friendly bunch, and you'll most likely make a friend or two. *Karaoke nightly. Monday: Comedy Night 7:30 - 9:30 pm, Tuesday: Open Mic Night 7:30 - 9:30 pm, Sunday Trivia Night: 5 - 7 p.m. *HH Mon - Fri 6 - 7 pm / Late night HH Sun - Thurs 10:30 - 11:30 pm *Small parking lot or street parking. read more

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We had such a fun time at Open Mic night. A dozen musicians signed up to perform their music. This provided the perfect backdrop for a birthday gathering. It was Te-see's pizza party and celebration for her birthday! Hannah was our server and bartender! We had fabulous service and a good time. This place conveniently located off the 101 freeway is very popular to meetup in a casual environment. They allowed us to bring in salad and cake, which is much appreciated and added to our good time of drinks, laughter, food and entertainment. read more

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Had an amazing time here on Sunday at their Trivia and Karaoke night! I met up with some friends who had scored a table early right by the stage. I took some time to admire the quirky decor which really felt unique and unlike any bar I've been to. It wasn't super crowded and I was able to order a drink without having to wait for the bartender. I noticed that there were specials and since I love limited time items, I opted for the strawberry margarita. I'm not sure why I thought it would be a blended drink but it was served on the rocks, which was still very refreshing on a hot summer night. It was very affordable at just $11. It was just strong enough while balancing the strawberry syrup. Everyone there was so friendly and the entertainment was superb. Both the trivia and karaoke hosts were fantastic and so engaging. Bonus was that my friend won a free vanilla vodka shot, which I got to try and really enjoyed! Another bonus was the free popcorn which was so fresh and flavorful! Parking wasn't too tricky as there were spots on both Woodman and Magnolia, just a short walk away! read more

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Apple makes amazing drinks at the bar ! The prices are great , very affordable The environment is great especially if you like karaoke evening ! Will be back soon :) read more

The Oaks Tavern - Karaoke Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

Reasonably priced drinks and amazing Karaoke Fridays in this very divey bar in Sherman Oaks! I visited The Oaks Tavern with my friend, who is a regular. We arrived around 8/8:30pm on a Friday. I was able to find street parking right away, but she had some trouble. Karaoke Night was a 5 out of 5. The energy was great. People were having a good time. I also applaud the staff who kicked out a creepy guy who groped a woman while she was on stage singing. He was very drunk and a complete mess! Immediately after it happened, the staff kicked him out. Even when he tried to sneak back in, they got security to escort him out again. Although the staff is amazing, I am knocking down a star because as the night wore on, the crowd started to turn and got grimy. Cigarette smoke filled the bar and the people started to resemble characters in a movie where sour-faced men drown their sorrows over whiskey because their wives left them. All in all, I would come again for karaoke, but would be hesitate to come another time. read more

Great spot. Welcome to all. Good job, Oaks! Nobody's falling for the BS You'll always have my support and the support of the neighborhood. Unfortunately, we always gotta run into a nut or two when going out in LA. Highly recommend the green tea shots. Cant wait for kareoke. I've been working on my Freddie Mercury and Lance Bass song. Cheers! read more

Music is loud just so you know for karaoke, it's nice crowd but smaller venue so it's quite intimate bring a girl or guy w you. Solo was rough. More guys on weekend I went read more

Came on a Saturday night. Party of two. Bar service was great but we waited an hour and a half for karaoke and still hadn't sang. When we asked the KJ (didn't get his name but it said "Emo"?) he said there were still 15 songs ahead of us. Meanwhile people who had come in after us were singing. Not sure what the order is or what their system is but is it really normal to wait that long? We had also tipped before we even sang. I know it's a weekend but still disappointed honestly. Drinks were good though and the bartenders were friendly and attentive. Will not be returning. read more

I went for my birthday for karaoke and it was so fun. The service is great and it is super easy to reserve a table on their website. For your birthday they also offer a free pizza which is fun. read more

Normally don't do this but this place is soooooooo fun!!! I've been here a few times but this was my first time on a Saturday and the place was POPPIN! Joey at the bar was so attentive and so kind the whole night and made some killer drinks. Sam created such a fun comfortable vibe for everyone to sing and just have a good time! Loved his energy from the moment I got there. He made personal connections and was very personable with all my friends and I making the singing part even more fun- and not as scary!! Definitely coming back on Saturdays from now on. Sam is definitely my favorite KJ so far from Oaks Tavern. I will say since I'm already here writing this- I did notice one of the female hosts yelling at someone inside the bar on a recent Tuesday that I was here and to me it didn't seem necessary. But hopefully that was taken care of. read more

As someone who is not a fan of karaoke, this bar definitely has vibes and I've been a regular for a bit now. Last night some loser kept whistling (you know that high pitched whistle that someone might do at a concert) which is so rude to do in such a small place. It was ear piercing and bugging a lot of people, including me. The busy bartender who was running around had to tell him not once, but twice to stop and the guy gave him so much attitude and then just to be a child on top of it whistled on his way out. So unnecessary. I'd be embarrassed to be out with someone like that. Other that that the place is a vibe when people are respectful (which is most of the time) Leaving a bad review bc your friend disrespected the bartender and then lying about his work ethic is gross. K byyeee read more

Honestly, hands down, this is probably one of the best bars in the valley.. First and foremost: woman owned and you can tell, it's a quality place where you can have fun and not break the bank to have a good time. Atmosphere 10/10: it's small and quaint, or we can just say intimate and on a busy night you'll definitely get to know your neighbor. The ambiance and decor was great. Drinks: 10/10: nothing (that I ordered) was over $20, unheard of in LA... that's all... quality and quantity is equal... they also have happy hour, so can't go wrong with that. Food 10/10:they got pizza! the gluten free pizza is lowkey better than the regular, and the regular was a solid 10/10 for taste and price.. Not many options, but I mean, we're only ordering pizza to sober up a bit more to drink more, right?? No one needs that many options anyway once you're at that point. They've got weekly fun events and karaoke nightly (!!!) not just a random Wednesday or Sunday! 10/10 for that fashooo Last but not least, their staff is pretty nice and accommodated my party. 10/10 I took my mom here to celebrate her bday and we were a party of 8, on a Saturday night we reserved a booth to make sure we were real comfy to sail into the late hours of the night.. and that, we did! We all had such an amazing time singing, drinking and chatting. This is definitely a place to go to, whether it's a spur of the moment or a planned event. 10:10 recommend :) read more

If you're a woman get ready to be interrogated like a Russian spy from the bouncer with the glasses, and if you want to actually sing without waiting 2 hours make sure you tip the DJ real nice read more

simple elegance, this place is a cut above the regular dive bar. It has a real community feel and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Plus, their Nerdology trivia on Sunday nights is the best in the Valley - and the Griswolds know a good trivia night! read more

Be careful here they are very discriminating with everything they do and who they serve in a timely fashion and will ignore u ..Karaoke is based on tips and friendship w either the dj or the employees and you will wait for hours to sing .. they have signs stated "not to do cocaine in the bathroom" because it is known as a coke den.. watch your drink and don't spend $15 on some frozen reheat pizza that taste like cardboard read more

Saw a Forty Niner sign hanging out front and decided to check out a game here. It's kind of dark and divey and the bartender didn't seem very happy or welcoming. The other patrons looked rather glum as well. So much for fun football camaraderie. Not a great selection of beers on tap, either. Didn't try the food. Well, at least the Niners won that day. But I think I'd be happier elsewhere. read more

I was in town visiting and had an absolute blast with karaoke this past weekend! DJ Sam was super awesome and don't miss out on the BBQ chicken sliders...sooo good! Great crowd everyone singing their fav songs. Can't wait to go back. Till then check ya later Big Mikey from the Bay read more

The Oaks Tavern - Great evening of drinks, family and new friends. Loved DJ Sam he's super duper cool - Karaoke Near Me - Sherman Oaks, California

This is a really cool supportive bar in case you're nervous about karaoke. I am a karaoke bar connoisseur and a big part of the amazing charm is the employees especially SAM AND KIRK they are the best Karaoke Jockeys ever and they set such a chill and cool vibe in the place when they host. They are super efficient at the rotation which is so nice to get to sing a lot when other places they might never get to you the whole night without tipping a lot. I have been coming here for years and will continue to do so!!! Shoutout to SAM and KIRK you guys are the best read more

I dont usually leave negative reviews on dive bars as they are few and far between in LA. Last night we were at the oaks, a place I try to avoid as I do not enjoy karaoke, and this is a 7 days a week torture of the ears place. But my friends like to perform and it was my buddies birthday so we stopped in for a drink. As usual very crowded, people screeching into the mic and having a great time. What ruined it for me was the male bartender. A very rude fuck. Ive seen this pretty boy before, he spends more time chatting with the ladies than he does making drinks, while the woman behind the bar busts her ass. I've worked in the bar industry 25 years, I would have fired this guy in a heartbeat if he worked for me. But to the point. When we got our birthday boy on stage to sing, as the room cheered and applauded, my friend let out a whistle. This set the bartender off for some reason, where he ran over screaming at my friend to stop whistling. "We dont allow that here!" He barked. Im sorry, my friends whistle was too much for you? On a nightly basis you hear the shriek of Woo girls and drunks, but this was too much for your delicate sensibilities? We left as soon as our friend was done singing. It's that bars loss too, you made 3 bartenders, a waitress and two dueling pianists leave because youre a dick. We won't be back. Thats a lot of good tippers. Enjoy your Woo girls, now go pour a drink! read more

This is an awesome spot. A wonderful find while waiting for our table at Sushi by Jin. We yelped places with a pool table and this spot popped up. Decent selection of beers on tap, nice bartender, indoor/ outdoor seating, touch tunes juke box and a parking lot right next door. Reminds me of my neighborhood bar in Culver City the 90 West Lounge. Will definitely be back whenever I'm in the area. read more

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If youre an Eagles fan from out of town I really recommend this place. It can sometimes be hard to find a place where all the tv's are tuned to the game and the sound is piped in, which is exactly what i am looking for. Decent selection of drinks and the bar pizza hit the spot. read more

Sam is the best. Every time I go and Sam is working he makes the vibes so fun! Thanks Sam for such a fun time!

We love this bar!! Such a supportive group for karioke - still can't spell - but had a super goo read more

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Thoroughly enjoyed my night here. Went with friends on a Tuesday night, and was able to get the last open table upon arrival. Our bartender was very nice and helpful. We caught the end of open mic night before jumping in on kareoke. I will warn you, they no longer have pool tables and the place is pretty small. But the crowd was fun and we had a great time! Also, no taco truck that night but they do offer pizza and free popcorn! read more

Drinks were really good and customer service was good . They answered any questions I had. Tap on beer slightly expensive in my opinion but still good. Good vibes overall. read more

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I came to leave a long overdue glowing review of my go to bar and was dismayed to see the most recent review before mine. As a bonafide regular, let me first just say that there is no one named Jessica who works here so like... lol what? Was he even at this bar? Who knows. But to clarify anyway- if a KJ DOES ever tell you that it's not possible to sing it is either because A) you signed up too late and their list is packed to the end of the night (common on weekends- if you really want to sing on a Friday or Saturday get there EARLY), or B) they don't have the weirdly specific song you are trying to sign up for (and look- my go to song is called Camel Toe and it's about exactly what you think so I feel you on the obscure song choices. Friendly reminder that not having your song is not an excuse to be crappy to the staff.) Now back to the review I intended to leave: This place is awesome and they really have something going on for everyone. Do you want beer and bar snacks while watching football? They got you. Want to play trivia? They got you. Want to sing karaoke literally any night of the week? They got youuuu. Do you often find yourself slaving away in a corporate hellscape fondly reminiscing about the theme parties of your youth? The KJs go out of their way to host some awesome theme nights like wig Wednesdays, Gatsby themed white tie nights with special prohibition cocktails, and 80s night. Follow them on instagram and keep an eye on the stories, they're great about updating regularly with the upcoming events. They also have open mic and acoustic nights, amateur drag shows (featuring drag queens AND kings), and host a Cornhole league through LA SportsNet. They take reservations for large groups if you're having a party but they also have a huge group of regulars who are super inclusive if you show up by yourself. If you're new to the area or just trying to make some new friends this is definitely the place to be- you'll always find someone to talk to. The staff here is also great. The KJs are enthusiastic, the bartenders are efficient and friendly, and the bouncers just want to keep the place safe so everyone can keep having a good time. All of these things are great but the best review I can leave is this: I'm not a huge fan of drinking and I am a terrible singer, yet somehow I ended up being a regular here. And it isn't because of the super fun theme nights or delicious drinks- it's because of the vibe. It's because of the people. There is a community feel here that you just don't get from clubs or larger bars. I've made as many friends in a year of being a bar regular here as I had in my previous 5 years of living in LA put together. And that's not something you can find everywhere. Come in and let The Oaks Tavern be your Cheers. read more

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I had so much fun watching the 49ers here on Sunday. Such great vibes and I am definitely looking forward to watching the Super Bowl at the oaks. Solid group of San Francisco fans and the game is on a lot of TVs so you can see it all from any seat. Hannah the bartender is rad! read more

I had the best time tonight with all of my girlfriends at oaks tavern!! The KJ Sam was amazing and was so lively I had the best time!!! He even sang which I thought was so fun because it brought a new energy to the room!!! Such a fun time we will be back!! read more

Cool place with a fun atmosphere. Great format for karaoke lovers or for those who like to drink and hang out. read more

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