Encino is where Ventura Boulevard's dining corridor reaches some of its more polished expressions, with Mediterranean restaurants and upscale American tables that reflect the neighborhood's affluent character. The stretch running west from Studio City through Encino is one of the Valley's strongest for sit-down dining, particularly if you're looking for Mediterranean restaurants in the San Fernando Valley at a higher register. Prices lean toward the high end, but the cooking quality and service match the setting.