50 Best Salad Restaurants near Lake Balboa

“This is amazing! I love and miss my grandmas cooking so finding a place that has all my favorites frozen was incredible. I keep Manti and the koftas in my freezer for quick meals. Here at least once a week during my grocery runs. Super convenient, delicious food, and great service.Vegetarian options: They had over 40 vegetarian and vegan dishes.“

“We were seated right away. There were bday celebrations but it wasn't too loud. I added in my reservation that we're celebrating a birthday too. But nobody acknowledged it and I forgot to remind them. We had tuna tartare, escargot, steak au poivre, pappardelle and chocolate soufflé. And a bottle of Faust cab. Everything was delicious. And servers attentive and helpful. Too bad our main server didn't introduce himself.“

“I ordered half chicken with broccoli & carrots. OMG! Their chicken is so juicy & tender. It is roasted perfectly! They grill the vegetables with garlic oil, extra flavor! I also tried the Southwestern Bowl (wild rice, rotisserie chicken, street corn, sweet potato, tomato, pickled red onion, avocado with chipotle sauce). Super healthy choice!“

“My boyfriend and I were craving for some healthy but filling food and stumbled upon Mad Rebel. And we are so glad we did and will definitely be coming back!The chef makes his own dressings and the ingredients were all so fresh. We got the Marley, Desperado, and Healthy Heart, and we were both blown away how delicious healthy food can be. The owner quotes “I want my food to give energy and for those eating it not feel gross after” and we sure left satisfied and feeling great!!“

“The mango sticky rice here is so good! The mangos were really fresh and there were plenty of slices that came with the dish. The crispy bits on top are also an unexpected yet delicious addition and pair well with the sticky rice and sauce. Looking forward to checking out the restaurant in person and trying out some of the main dishes“

“The place is beautiful and the food was delicious. However, the service was not good, the male waiter at the registration desk was a bit rude and I think he is a racist. He let white people in first even though they arrived later than you and only acted friendly to them.“

“Yo I've lived in sherman oaks for a long time and I cant believe I just found out about this place. I came with my friend for lunch and it was packed. The workers are really nice and I got recommended the torta and the lunch plates. The carne asada plate was fire and so was their horchata it tasted homemade not the powder kind that some places give. I'll def be backParking: 2 parking spots in the back“

“Based on Uber eats orderCrazy salmon bowl was a 3.5. - had too much carrots, I put no green onions but still was added. Wish there was more salmon. Açaí bowl was 4 but wish it was filled to the top a bit. Smoothie was a 5- the pecan parfais“

“Annie is such a kind hearted women and i I greatly appreciated her hospitality. I went over to ask if i could place a sticker not thinking anything of it, but left feeling thankful for her offerings of water and such. Not to mention that her cookies are absolutely delicious! Will definitely come again in the future for more! Thank You Annie!“

“The lasagna was sumptuous and so light and delicious! I can't wait to have it again. It's the best ever! The service was delightful with a homey feel. The ambiance was bright and cheery. It felt like you were in someone's home and just enjoying the best company and meal you could possibly have. I can't recommend it enough! Oh...and the tiramisu is a must! Also best in show like the lasagna!!!“

“The most authentic Thai restaurant we have found in LA! Very close to what you'll experience in Thailand. We ordered the Som Tum, Tom Yum soup, pumpkin curry, Pad Thai, Eggplant, Hot Basil with tofu (probably a bit more plain than we expected), Pad Woon Sen (most SoCal Thai restaurants botch it, but Chao Krung Thai masterfully presented a perfect, dry, fried version) and mango sticky rice. I would come back again in a heartbeat. Among the cons are difficult parking, slow service and very dark interior.“

“Grain Café Van Nuys is creative LA California cuisine/Mexican/Central American food. They will work with you to figure out particular dietary requirements/restrictions. This branch is in a space that used to be a single family dwelling, although hasn't been used that way for decades. So you still have a homey environment to eat in. It just adds to the warm experience. Recommended highly!“

“Located in Studio City and serving patrons since 1964, Vivian’s is a classic diner option in the valley. It’s very small on the inside with only a few large tables. They also have more seating in the back, but we were able to find a seat for two in the front for a 10:30 Sunday brunch. They don’t have a dedicated parking lot so it will be metered street parking, which is not that hard to find in the valley. Our server was polite and all of our items came out quickly. I am giving 4/5 stars because the food quality isn’t as good as some other places close by like More Than Waffles, Bob’s, or Paty’s and the inside could use a cleaning. The floor was very dirty under our table and the table next to us even complained about it.I started off with a Coffee, which is my go to order at any diner. For my meal I chose the Eggs Benedict with a Biscuit on the side. The Eggs Benedict had a nice flavor but the eggs were undercooked and runny. They did not have the true poached consistency with the yolk covering the dish, it was too watery and splashed out as soon as I cut into it. Also the biscuit was as flat as an English muffin and really lacked the biscuit or buttermilk flavor. We also ordered the 2x2x2 and the pancakes were actually very good, but it’s also very hard to mess up pancakes. It was not a bad meal by any means, but certainly not as good of one as others I have had close by on the same street.Overall I would say it could be an option if you’re already in the valley and the more popular spots have too long of wait times.Parking: no parking lot, only metered street parkingWheelchair accessibility: no stairs or incline to enter/exit“

“A+ 5 star coffee ! I love this place. Great energy , great coffee and the owners/workers are so personal and inviting . The location is easy to find, the interior is nice with a lot of seating only con is it's hard to find parking sometimes but it's worth it for great coffee .“

“Ok, so I have been there few times during this month, sometimes have been a bomb and some have been just ok. Good was good , but depends what you ordered. Overall service is pretty good and their dishes are decent. Restaurant is clean and there is lots of parking at the parking lot .“

“Short Ribs are delicious! Do yourself a favor and order Special B. It comes with Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with Beef Short Ribs, sides of rice and salad plus teriyaki sauce and chili sauce. The short ribs and chicken were not only delicious they were nice and hot! You can tell they came right off the grill! Portion size is big for the price. For appetizer, ordered chicken egg rolls (qty: 3) comes with sweet and sour dipping sauce. Egg rolls were hot and crispy. Owner was very friendly and accommodating. He offered to clean the table before we sat down. I liked and appreciated that. The restaurant is very clean and has a small dining area.“

“I love this pizza place. It so delicious and always satisfies my cravings! They are super friendly 10/10 and pizza is SO GOOD 10/10. They were super kind enough to deliver my pizza (my address was slightly out of there delivery range) Delivery was fast and easy. My food was still hot and very enjoyable.“

“My grandson wanted Greek food for lunch and this restaurant had good reviews - all five stars ? So when we get there, it was located on the left half side of a gas station. We decided to park and give it a try. My grandsons ordered chicken kebab plates with a rice base and two sides. I ordered the gyros plate with a greens base, grilled vegetables, and marinated feta cheese. The feta cheese didn't have a very good strong flavor like Greek feta and the texture was smooth, not chunky. The tzatziki was tasty but the cucumbers were too big and made it hard to spread it. The chicken was tender and juicy, the hummus had good flavor, and the rice had good spices. The gyros wasn't like the usual gyro meat sliced from the hanging vertical rotisserie. It was more slices of gyro meat that was browned on a grill or in a frying pan; the outside was not juicy and freshly cut like usual gyro meat. It did have a good flavor. The other thing was when we paid it asked for a tip. We added a tip, never been there before and not knowing what to expect. When our order was ready, we were called to the counter to pick it up. The food wasn't served on plates with normal silverware but in to go containers with plastic silverware. No offense, but don't ask for a tip if you aren't doing anything to deserve one. I suppose we didn't have to throw away our containers but it didn't seem right to leave them on the table. For those reviewers that think this is the best gyro you've ever had, there's a dozen better ones than this in the SFV.“

“Tried two of their Spicy Hot Honey pepperoni slice,their banana pudding tiramisuAs well as two of their agua fresca teas(strawberry dragon fruit and hibiscus)Everything was delicious. Came out to about around $30A bit over priced but worth the try“

“This place was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The lunch buffet was excellent... authentic flavors. The tandoori chicken was super tender and flavorful. The service was attentive and friendly, adding to the overall welcoming atmosphere. I highly recommend Delhi Palace to anyone looking for delicious and authentic Indian cuisine.“

“"It is a delightful brunch spot! The waiting time was minimal, and the staff, especially our server, was incredibly polite and attentive. I was promptly seated upon arrival. The food was delicious, and the coffee (Cafe David 507) was some of the best I've had. The ambiance felt fresh and organic, adding to the overall experience. I'm glad I had the chance to enjoy this place and would highly recommend it!" La Tenedor @peluchese“

“This place is sooo fresh! I love their Sicilian sandwich !! It always tastes so fresh and the bread is sooo amazing ! Their pesto is made in house and NO NUTS which is an absolute win! Also the workers always are always helpful and have a great attitude !“

“Do not go to wing stop or Bw3’s ever again if u live anywhere near here ? ? sooooooooo gooooodddd I got 10 wings (they hooked it up fatttt) bone-in, fries, and it was so good like I’m Lowkey lost for words lol please do not sleep on this spot holy smokesParking: I was parked, in and out in less than 60 seconds yall“

“Wow! I have to thank my friend for turning me on to Black Rabbit Cafe. This gem is located inside Abyss Market. I frequent this store after work, so the food cafe is closed when I come here. I was off of work today, and am I glad I ordered the BLAT. Bacon, lettuce, avocado, and tomato sandwich. It was THE best sandwich I've ever had. Perfect ratio! I'll be back to try more delicious food.“

“Spacious restaurant with eclectic, authentic menu of moles, tacos, etc., and an array of mezcals varying from the popular bottles to smaller, family owned distilleries. We tried the fried crickets and a manager brought out cheese as a pairing. So good!“

“This is the best salad you will find. You get to choose all the ingredients yourself. So fresh and so many choices. And they will toss it for you. They cook the chicken fresh, so it comes out hot and juicy. I like to eat my salad there in a bowl with a metal fork (no plastic). Yummy. Worth every penny.“

“Everything that we ordered was delicious and freshly prepared. Carne Asada wrap, chicken quesadilla. Both excellent. My Dad said the smoothie was the best he's ever had! Just go here , it's the best food north of Oaxaca. Gracias, “

“Incredible experience from beginning to end : from the beautifully painted murals of Tuscany / a metal balcony to the beautiful smells of baking bread from their public facing ovens to the delicious foods from a very large menu: I recommend the potato chop /,it's deep fried potatoes surrounding meat that gives Porto's Potato ball a run for their money and is a delicious niche of this business: the massive and incredible breakfast sandwich which is so decadent in all the right ways : intense wonderful cheese and freshly sliced ham and the best bread: ( and this can easily be shared) the very complicated sauce that comes with the shakshuka is so multi layered that you want to eat it slowly in order to savor. The owner Joseph was incredible to talk to and provided nothing more than kindness and heart. We appreciate everything you do here and so happy to have discovered this spot : we felt welcomed like family.“

“The staff is always friendly and look like they enjoy working here. My favorite menu item is the nachos.....always good and SO BIG!! It comes in a pizza box. Today they were decorating for Cinco de Mayo and having fun getting the whole team involved. Highly recommend.“

“The UC Bahn Mi chicken sandwich & adult grilled cheese 10/10.Both were extremely excellent. Unique in flavor/quality, perfect meal size portioning and competitively priced. 10 out of 10 points for both sandwiches.Urbane Cafe has a excellent variety of healthy food options for all dietary restrictions.This location also had, excellent customer service, a clean/new establishment environment and a polished feel.The sandwiches were still warm 15 minutes later when we got home and the smell of the sandwiches in the car while driving home really stood out to both of us.First I will speak of their new "UC Bahn Mi" sandwich which I ordered for myself. It is extremely unique in it's flavor profile. The portioning was perfect, the amount of sauce on the sandwich was perfect, the sandwich was filling yet felt like a healthy light option.Tastewise, my tongue felt this sandwich was an artful expression of local and exotic world flavors combined perfectly at once.Hands down, I would recommend getting this sandwich over all others if this is your first time coming.Also, all sandwiches come with a quality side salad of spring mix, a couple Mandarin orange pieces, feta cheese sprinkle and balsamic oil and vinaigrette mixed dressing on the side.It's my first time coming here and the food is extremely fresh and the flavor combinations in their sandwiches are spot on. During our visit we purchased two sandwiches so I cannot speak of anything other than that. However, if the food that we got is a good representation of the unique flavor profiles of the rest of their food then I would rate their menu an A+. I give top scores for presentation, flavor profile, unique combinations, freshness, menu options, and customer service. Also, apparently you can get extra sandwich sauce on the side which comes in a pretty large portion cup.We placed a to-go order at the register around 2:30p they are fairly busy & it took about 12 minutes for our food. They bake their sandwich bread inside what looks like a large brick type open oven as a pizza place would do. When you order a sandwich, your bread is pretty much baked to order as you watch. They're able to do this as the sandwiches use a flat bread style.You place your order at the register they give you a number and you can wait anywhere in the cafe where they will bring you your food regardless if it is for here to go.It appeared as though it was the manager who was filling the roll of expediter, inspecting, packing & running completed orders to guests.I have to hand it to the person that was handling this at 2:27pm 3/8/24. This gentleman was extremely friendly, gracious, professional, warm, welcoming & part of why I would come back sooner.Please, pass on to him how noticeable good he is at the things that he does.I left feeling like I had made a good decision to go there and I would like to come back. The guests in this location appeared well put together with a mix of middle and lower classes.My final comment is not one directed to this establishment itself. My only complaint, if you can call it a complaint, is the general cost of eating out. The final bill with two sandwiches, each coming with a small side salad automatically was a competitive $24 which is a tidbit too high for me. The cash register uses a system to ring you where you are automatically asked to accept or deny leaving a tip to which paying customers likely never appreciate.The location seemed steadily busy at 1:30 in the afternoon on a weekday but not so busy where it was uncomfortable or a noticeable wait for food. There is plenty of seating inside and out with umbrellas outside and a fenced-in patio which is across the street from a park. It's very nice location where Inside the establishment I saw a nurse on her computer on her lunch break, families, professionals on lunch breaks and just local people or couples out getting lunch here.The seating arrangement inside is extremely variable from cushioned bench, booth, chair and high barstool style of seating options. The patio is very larg“

“This place is an easy 4-star pizza place. I'm tempted to give it a 5. The pizza is not excessively greasy or oily, and the pizza dough is well made--not too doughy. The service is great as well. They made a mistake on our order and were quick to remedy it. They were all very kind, which goes a long way. Thank you, Pizza Guys, for making good pizzas. Also, the jalapeño cheese bread is very good!“

“I just discovered this place, so I've only been able to try their Gazpacho (I like mine cold, so I let it sit in fridge for a few hours), Hummus, and Homemade Pita Chips, and they were all fantastic. I can't wait to try their other food.Vegetarian options: Everything I tried was vegetarian“

“I was told about a secret little pasta shop on Robertson in Beverly Hills called 1-2-3 Pasta that was serving up amazing pasta dishes at a ridiculously fair price. I found the restaurant and had a truly great Rigatoni Bolognese and a couple meatballs! Wow! Such impressive flavor! I haven’t been surprised like this in decades!(since the early days of Locanda - Now long gone). The place is small, friendly and must for those who love good, simple, pasta!“

“We order from here regularly and we will never go back to any other pizza place. Pizza is cooked perfectly, always arrives hot, and great prices. This is the only place where we can order an extra large pizza and not have any leftovers cause it's just that good. Highly recommend.“

“Stopped by this business earlier this afternoon and met the owner. Was in awe of the quality of food and service. Humble people, incredible quality of food, and a beautiful small business we drove 40 mins based on a friend's recommendation. Personally I don't understand the few haters who wrote negative reviews on this place - all I can say is this place tops every single Armenian food and catering business we've ordered 10s of thousands of service/food from! In summary we loved everything about the place - quality of food, service, ambiance, and will recommend it unequivocally to all friends and family. Moreover, we will go out of our way to order future catering from Gev's kitchen. Way to go my new friend, you earned our business and trust for years to come!“

“I've been coming here since it opened, the sandwiches and salads have always been delicious. I especially really love the turkey club sandwich. The service is always professional, but Annie takes the cake, she is very friendly and really makes everyone that comes in welcome. It's always a pleasure to see her behind the register. I wish more people had Annies personality, this would be a better place for all of us.“

“I love the food. Multiple flavors and textures. .The service is efficient and the ambiance is cool for a fastfood place. The price points are competitive and you get a large portions. Parking is questionable when its crowded beware of parking enforcement when parking on the street.“

“Food is great, freshly made, service is pretty fast, even on busy days. Boss is great and helps and supports the West Hills community. The place is both adult and child friendly. Many choices between drinks as well as appetizers and salads. Pizza and wings are best go-to's, as well as the fried ravioli, best one on the appetizers, followed by fried green beans“

“We have been travelling for 5 weeks around the USA from Australia and I can honestly say this was the best coffee we have had to date. Thank you so much Croft Alley and also do yourself a favour and try the waffles , you will not be disappointed...... simple but perfect !!!“

“They have absolute best skirt steak and mushrooms. Unfortunately for me I have hemochromatosis so I can’t eat meat anymore but tried their salmon and it was good but nothing like the flavor of the steak. The cauliflower mash was excellent. I’ve been eating here for years and the price has increased like 5 fold but glad it’s still there. So many things I’m weho have closed down.“

“Really great tasting Mediterranean food! This is a great place to stop by for a nice to go order. The serving sizes are pretty large, especially for the bowls. I would definitely recommend the chicken and the beef. do note that the beef is beef lamb although you can't taste the gaminess of the lamb. The fries are good as well with the pickled onion. Give this place a try if you would like some great tasting Mediterranean food.“

“This a nice spot for sushi in this neighbourhood with clean environment. The food was superb on my first visit. And continued to be nice on my other visits. However on the delivery the food didn't feel as good on everything in the order. Service is good too, very accommodating and they always check if everything is good. They have great food selection, however the albacore lover with onion chips on top is always a winner.“

“I had a delicious sandwich with egg, tomato, crispy ham and a soft sauce. With delicious bread.Cheap price and it is on a street perpendicular to Rodeo Drive. The lemonade is homemade. Very nice staff and it was very good on the terrace. It has more dishes that I hope to return to try.“

“this is the only thai place my family gets take out from — simply incomparable to any other thai i’ve had in the valley or LA. the portions are large, the flavor is balanced, and the texture of the rice and noodles are always perfect. absolutely best place for thai in LA in my opinion. highly recommend the pad thai, pad see ew, house fried rice“

“This has been my go-to Thai spot for YEARS! Such a hidden gem and we'll worth every penny. Their food is fresh and always with just enough heat. I get the pad see ew with beef and sometimes mix it up and get it with chicken (both options are EPIC!) Also, the owner got me addicted to Thai Tea which I had for thr first time at this place and is now a must have every single time I stop in. Definitely give this place a chance and spread the word, they deserve the love!“

“Gave this place another shot. And I must say the pizza and service is actually pretty good. Ordered the two slice special. Gentleman brought it out nice and piping hot. Sorry for the half eaten slice I forgot to take a masterpiece photo before grubbing.“

“Kate gave exceptional customer service and made a great wrap. As a Realtor, I witnessed firsthand that her loyalty and decisiveness are indicitative of having a strong professional acumen. I can see her supporting the company in regional pretty soon, since I can see the hallmarks of people. Thanks, Wrapstar! Someone's moving up, and I hope the company hires more people like Katy.“

“Been going here for 15 years. Favorite place in LA. Best staff ever.Update: I just read that Walters is closing.... heartbroken. End of an era. Just wanted to say thank you to all the AMAZING STAFF... you made Walter's feel like home for so many years. Thank you!!!“

“I’ve been meaning to review this place for a WHILE. The only reason I didn’t get around to it sooner is because I was always so excited to eat my sandwich that I forgot to take a picture of it. Any sandwich here will be one of if not the best sub sandwich you’ll ever have and are all elevated to the next level with their Italian dressing that you HAVE TO get extra of. The sandwich in the picture is the Pandoras Box, and it’s fantastic, but the Hula Girl, Sweet Caroline, Captain Morgan, Endless Summer or just a traditional sub (I recommend the #6) are all amazing choices you will never be disappointed by. Also all the staff are super friendly. They even recognize my dad and I whenever we go. Easily the best sandwich’s in LA.Parking: It’s parking on Ventura, so it’s sucks, but you can usually find a spot.“

“One of my favorite place to visit in Canoga Park! Chicken teriyaki plate is a huge portions enough for two meals, came with rice and a salad that compliments the chicken and rice perfectly. Great food and their burger are awesome too. I just love adding teriyaki on the burger great taste all around.“