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La Cava, Sherman Oaks, CA

La Cava

4.8
4.8
984 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
The LA CAVA concept is based on Armando's roots. Born and raised in Florence, he grew up learning that as a local, one would go dining in the little Osterias where everything was made fresh daily, prepared with basic ingredients, simple recipes, delightful flavors and lots of love, for a fantastic experience that was also "gentle" on your wallet.

No Out-Door dining. STAY SAFE!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (818) 981-1517
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 984 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Best Food

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Best Service

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Cava is a beloved neighborhood gem known for its "excellent" food and "impeccable" service. The cozy ambiance, authentic Italian cuisine, and friendly staff create a delightful dining experience. Standout dishes include "the best bruschetta ever" and perfectly cooked pasta. With a charming host and numerous specials, it's a must-visit!

984 Reviews
  1. Tony

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The host was a jerk and every course was rushed . I got the fish and I only had one bite. It was a fixed menu so I had to pay for the meal.

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  2. Linda

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a super restaurant in the valley. The food is always great. The service is fantastic. you are always made to feel like part of the family here.

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  3. Jonathan

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are regulars at this neighborhood restaurant and the experience is always excellent.

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  4. Abraham

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Pleasantly surprised a Ventura Blvd Italian staple could be so solid. Everything felt homemade in the best sense of the word. Uncomplicated, well-prepared and tasty. Great service. Cozy room. Will definitely be back.

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  5. Denise

    Austin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrific food and service and ambiance ! Lots of specials in addition to the regular menu. Will definitely return.

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  6. Paul

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Carlos provided excellent service.

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  7. Nancy

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, dining at La Cava was a lovely experience. Food, ambiance, attention to detail were very much appreciated.

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  8. Evan

    VIP

    Dallas

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stop the presses!! Literally, some of the best Italian food I have had so far in the LA area. The restaurant is so unassuming that you think you’re going to get, like, I don’t know, like a 3 1/2-star meal. I was blown away. I can tell you this much: It is definitely better than all the Italian food I had in Dallas . This place is definitely going to be in the 2025 rotation. Not only is the food amazing, but the service is impeccable. This is what we want when we go out to eat: great food and really fantastic service. I always order a cappuccino. For some reason, it takes like 15 minutes. My cappuccino came out so quickly. It was there before my dessert hit the table. I don’t know what more I could ask for.

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  9. Rocky

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice cozy place. Good food and service. Recommended

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  10. todd

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    An absolutely enjoyable meal. The food and service was outstanding. We will come back to enjoy it again soon.

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FAQs

La Cava offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (818) 981-1517.

La Cava is rated 4.8 stars by 984 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for La Cava

13565 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Sherman Oaks
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Takeout, Wine
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