'''Sherman Oaks''' is located in the San Fernando Valley in the Los Angeles metropolitan area in Southern California.

Get in

Sherman Oaks is located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Interstate 405 (San Diego Freeway) and US Route 101 (Ventura Freeway).

The closest airport to Sherman Oaks is '''Bob Hope Airport''' in Burbank.

Get around

See

Do

  • '''Ultrazone Sherman Oaks''', 14622 Ventura Blvd., (818) 789-6620, [http://www.zonehead.com]. Ultrazone is a laser tag facility that is open for laser tag games as well as birthday parties. There is also a video game arcade there.
  • Experience the natural habitat of the Valley Girl at the Sherman Oaks Galleria. While it is primarily a hangout and a melting pot for all the valley's youth, the Galleria also houses a popular multiplex (recently transformed into an ArcLight featuring over 21 theatres where drinks are allowed), a furniture store, a few clothing stores, and several restaurants. A perfect spot to grab dinner and a movie if you're in the area.
  • Buy

  • '''Gadish Properties''' - A real estate and mortgage brokerage. Find great real estate foreclosures in Sherman Oaks and other areas of Los Angeles County.
  • '''Buffalo Exchange''' - A thrift store popular with the indie scene. A great stop if you've got some clothes to give up, or if you're looking for some cheap new threads. A second store opened up in Westwood rather recently.
  • '''Aahs!''' - A store in the California chain specializing in novelty items, cards, and all sorts of other interesting junk. Worth a visit for collectors or fans of the weird. Their merchandise can either be a bargain or a ripoff, so think before buying.
  • Eat

  • ''' Marmalade Cafe''', 14910 Ventura Blvd., ''+1 818'' 905-8872, [http://www.marmaladecafe.com/dxevo/]. A pricey yet very tasty place, particularly known for its breakfasts. Expect a high-class dining experience and a slightly older crowd. Breakfasts between $10 and $15 per item in very generous portions, with other meals slightly more expensive.
  • '''Casa Vega''', 13301 Ventura Blvd., ''+1 818'' 788-4868, [http://www.casavega.com]. Open since 1958, the restaurant offers reasonably priced Mexican food with strong but otherwise average margaritas. No reservations, and the wait can be long on weekends.
  • '''Rive Gouche Cafe''', 14106 Ventura Blvd., ''+1 818'' 990-3573. A French cafe with a separate bar. Lunches are simple, while the dinner menu is more upscale.
  • '''Barone_fs Famous Italian Restaurant''', 14151 Ventura Blvd., ''+1 818'' 784-6266. Known for its pizza, made with traditional ingredients. The pasta dishes are also good and follow traditional recipes.
  • '''Il Tiramisu''', 13705 Ventura Blvd., ''+1 818'' 986-2640, [http://www.iltiramisu.com/]. Featuring everything from sauteed shrimp to stuffed crepes to daily fish specials at moderate prices.
  • '''The Great Greek''', 13362 Ventura Boulevard (''east of Dixie Canyon Avenue''), ''+1 818'' 905-5250, [http://www.greatgreek.com/]. Open for lunch and dinner. A lively Greek restaurant with good food and dancing waiters. Complimentary valet parking. $20.00 - $40.00 per person without wine.
  • '''Bamboo''', a Chinese restaurant on Ventura considered by many denizens of the valley to be the best in the city.
  • '''P.F. Chang's''', a Chinese restaurant in the infamous Galleria.
  • '''Cheesecake Factory''', a slightly pricey restaurant with all sorts of cuisine in the infamous Galleria. The price tends to be justified, as portions are massive. Be sure to come with an empty stomach!
  • '''La Fogata''', 5142 Van Nuys Blvfd. "+1 818" 501 9065. Excellent unpretentious and reasonably priced Mexican food, much beloved by Valley natives.
  • Drink

    Sleep

  • '''Best Western Carriage Inn''', 5525 Sepulveda Boulevard, ''+1 818'' 787-2300 (''Toll-free: +1 877 787-2300, Fax: +1 818 908-0639''), [http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=05595].
  • '''Courtyard Los Angeles- San Fernando Valley''', 15433 Ventura Blvd., ''+1 818'' 981-5400 (''Fax: +1 818 981-3175''), [http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/LAXSF].
  • Get out

  • '''Studio City''' - This neighboring city is home to CBS Studios and a host of restaurants, including those on LA's "sushi alley" on Ventura Boulevard.