34 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Encino

“My family loves to dine here!“

“Everything!!! No really the Sandwiches are the best, better that Brent's, and blows Canters away.“

“Without a doubt, this is our favorite Russian/Ukrainian grocery store in Los Angeles! We drove a long way just to shop here, and it was absolutely worth it.
The selection is incredible—you can find almost everything from Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. It brought back so many memories! We ended up spending almost $800 because there were so many amazing products we wanted to take home.
We bought red and black caviar, fresh homemade meals, dairy products, kefir, pomegranate juice, ice cream, snacks, and so many other authentic products. Everything was fresh, high quality, and delicious.
The homemade food is outstanding. We especially loved the Ukrainian borscht, Uzbek plov, beef stroganoff, stuffed cabbage rolls (golubtsy), chicken kabobs, lamb chops, syrniki, crepes, Olivier salad, and homemade pastries. It honestly tastes like real homemade cooking.
The staff was friendly, welcoming, and provided excellent customer service. The store is clean, well organized, and fully stocked with authentic products that are very difficult to find anywhere else.
If you’re looking for authentic Eastern European, Russian, Ukrainian, or Georgian food, this is the place to visit. We highly recommend this store and will definitely be coming back. Thank you for such an amazing shopping experience!“

“I have to share how great Judith, the manager, was today. I messed up my to-go order and put two chicken tenders instead of chicken tenders and chips. She not only not charged me for the chips after explaining the situation but gave me quite a large portion. I know chips are cheap but this small painless interaction was just so appreciated. I’ll go out of my way to come back here“

“We loved everything. The service was very friendly and professional. The place is very welcoming. But the best part was food.
Big portions and sooo yummy. We ordered chicken and beef shwarma and they were great, but chicken lula was the best we've ever had, and we know Mediterranean food.
Would definitely recommend and can't wait to go again and try other items on the menu.“

“Classic Mendo Farms goodness. Just check your items before leaving to ensure that your order is correct. Driving away, on the way to an appointment, and then realizing that your order is wrong is THE WORST. Fortunately, staff was proactive about a resolution. One star docked for the atmosphere because it has a slightly grimy vibe. I’m sitting at a “cleaned” table right now, and it has a coffee stain on it. Plus the communal seating is—well—communal. I’d rather eat in the comfort of my car without the leery eyes of strangers who have food dangling from their overstuffed mouths. 5 stars for the staff: The staff here is super kind.

Oh, one other thing: you can’t pay with a $100 bill. I thought they would surely have change during the lunch rush, but no such luck. Had to go order lunch at Gelson’s that day.“

“su calidad del café es muy diferente a los demás su calidad de café es muy diferente a los demás competencia“

“Amazing Concept of collectibles and Fashion with boba! Truly one of a kind, and there drinks are delicious.“

“excelent food and very friendly family. love this restaurant. one of my italian favorites Restaurant.“

“1st time there and food was amazing specially the churro 3 leches French toast.“

“Awesome fun place with music good food, and fun. ❤️“

“Just the best pizza in Los Angeles. That’s all. No joke. Try it. You’ll see.“

“Delicious 😋 and healthy eating“

“Their food is great! You won’t be disappointed!!“

“Good food and great service“

“This place is the worst unless you also have small screaming children, or you're deaf because all you hear is the scraping of the chairs, none stop! Customer service is very iffy, at best. Left with a headache from the racket.“

“cappuccino and all the baked goods! 😁“

“Amazing Breakfast, I highly recommend.“

“It’s blaze Pizza. Great for what it is. 90% of the time, if your pizza sucks, that’s kinda on you. But regardless who messed up, this location has great customer service and will make things right. I know I sound fake, but I’m pleasantly surprised by this. :)“

“The homemade tortillas are delicious, one of our favorite spots!“

“I don’t have anything negative to say about the Shake Shake in Encino. The food is amazing but biggest factor to me is the customer service. The team is very friendly and the GM even knows my name! (I’m in often. 😅) The Mac and cheese right now is 🔥“

“It's a sensational place for dine in :)
The people are respectful and friendly.
The service attended us greatl as well.
Whenever your around Sherman Oaks area, come check them out., I will definately come to this mediterrean spot again.“

“Angele and her team Ana, Aaron and Cristina, (can’t remember the other names) they’re always very friendly and welcoming every time I go. They greet me with a smile and they never disappoint me with my morning drinks (: thank you all so much for your generous and kind customer service!“

“Fat Sal’s Deli is not the kind of place you go to for a light meal or a careful, measured dining experience. It’s the kind of place you go to when you want food that commits fully to what it is—bold, oversized, unapologetic, and designed to be remembered long after you’ve finished eating.

From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere made its intentions clear. It’s lively, slightly chaotic in an energetic way, and filled with the kind of confidence that comes from knowing exactly what you’re offering. There’s no attempt to be subtle here. Everything about Fat Sal’s feels amplified, from the menu to the portions to the reactions of people waiting for their orders.

Ordering felt almost like making a decision with consequences—not because it’s difficult, but because everything sounds like it’s designed to be more than enough. The menu reads like a list of comfort food ideas taken to their most indulgent version, and narrowing it down becomes part of the experience itself.

When the food arrived, the first thing that stood out was the sheer scale of it. These are not modest portions, and they are not meant to be. Each item feels constructed with a sense of excess that somehow still works because it’s backed by real flavor and structure. It’s big food, but it’s also intentional food.

What surprised me most was that despite the size and intensity, the flavors were well balanced. Rich ingredients were layered in a way that didn’t feel random. There was a clear sense of composition behind each item—something that could easily be chaotic if not handled properly, but here managed to stay satisfying and coherent.

Eating at Fat Sal’s is also an experience in pacing. You don’t rush through it. The portions naturally slow you down, not because they’re heavy in a negative way, but because there’s simply a lot to take in. Each bite feels like part of a larger, ongoing experience rather than a quick meal.

The atmosphere around the dining area reflects the same energy as the food. People are clearly enjoying themselves—sometimes laughing at the size of their orders, sometimes sharing dishes, sometimes just taking a moment to process what they’ve been served. There’s a shared understanding that everyone is here for the same reason: something indulgent, satisfying, and over-the-top in the best possible way.

Service was efficient and matched the rhythm of the place. Even when it was busy, orders moved steadily, and the staff handled everything with confidence and familiarity. There’s a sense that they are used to the reactions their food gets—and that’s part of the charm.

What makes Fat Sal’s stand out is that it fully commits to its identity. It doesn’t try to be subtle, refined, or minimal. Instead, it embraces excess but still maintains enough structure and quality to make that excess enjoyable rather than overwhelming.

By the end of the meal, I realized it’s not just about the size or the novelty—it’s about the experience of going all-in on comfort food without hesitation. It’s the kind of place you remember not because it was delicate or quiet, but because it was bold, loud, and completely satisfying in its own way.

Overall, Fat Sal’s Deli delivers a dining experience that is heavy in presence, flavor, and personality. It’s indulgent, entertaining, and surprisingly well put together beneath all the excess—and it absolutely delivers on what it promises.“

“We wanted a quick lunch and we it was late in the afternoon and we decided that poke would be good, and this place was delightful.The fish was fresh and tasty. The kale noodles were wonderful and the pineapple smoothie with boba was amazing. If I get out that way again I'll go back“

“Service was friendly !! Food was so amazing“

“Highly recommending, their best seller, TRIPLE BERRY CAKE with their own French press coffee!“

“awesome atmosphere, fun events, great staff, and location.“

“Best service..the baristas service was great..i will be coming to this location!“

“Good stuff! Philly Classic. If you want everything on it, make sure you order the right one. I had a Philly Cheesesteak in NY, right off a street cart and it had everything on it. I guess that's why I thought a Classic had everything.
Regardless, this place was great!“

“Quick Service Very Friendly / Good Customer Service“

“Pleasant friendly smiley employees👏🏻“

“Love the fresh food options 🙌“

“This Starbucks is a reliable spot when you want something quick and consistent. The drinks are what you expect from Starbucks, and it’s convenient when you need coffee, a refresher, or something small to eat. Like most Starbucks locations, it can get busy and the wait can vary depending on the time of day. Overall, it’s a solid everyday coffee stop and one I’d use again.“