Just because a bar or restaurant is popular and trendy doesn’t mean that you need to avoid it—you might be missing out on a great dining experience. The first thing to do is just get a reservation and that will probably help you avoid long lines and waiting forever to be seated. Popular restaurants are usually popular because they are so good. Here is a quick list of three great spots to try near your Sherman Oaks apartment. Just be sure to make a reservation a week or so in advance. Good luck and good eating.
 

Crave Café

14504 Ventura Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

Phone number: (818) 990-7888

Blue Dog Beer Tavern

4524 Saugus Ave
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

Phone number: (818) 990-2583

Outlaws Café

6201 Van Nuys Blvd
Van Nuys, CA 91401

Phone number: (818) 855-1953