The holidays are here! Here are some dining suggestions in the Valley that combine fabulous food and top-notch service with a warm, welcoming vibe.

Mercado

Celebrating 10 years on Cahuenga Boulevard in Hollywood! Join us for the very best Mexican food. We are open for dinner seven days a week. Happy hour daily and brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Make a reservation at cocinasycalaveras.com or call us!

3413 Cahuenga Blvd. West, Los Angeles

323-512-2500  |  cocinasycalaveras.com  |  @mercadohollywood

Deux Bistro

Great food, great service, fun atmosphere!

20969 Ventura Blvd., Suite 14, Woodland Hills 

747-230-4034  |  deuxbistro.com   |  @deux_bistro

Lovi’s Delicatessen 

Life is a balancing act made sweeter at Lovi’s Delicatessen. Award-winning food and desserts from our restaurant, bar lounge and full bakery!

24005 Calabasas Rd., Calabasas

818-223-8777  |  lovisdeli.com  |  @lovisdeli

Osteria La Buca

A casual, local gathering place for food, friends and wine. Our menu reflects a less complicated, grassroots approach to Italian country food inspired by Southern California.

5210 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, 323-462-1900

14235 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, 818-456-1216

osterialabuca.com  |  @osterialabuca

Wood & Water

Experience a modern American restaurant and bar with multicultural influences featuring the freshest seafood, oyster bar and creative cocktails.

13359 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks

818-855-1661  |  woodandwaterla.com  |  @woodandwaterla