Laurel Tavern
Studio City
Restaurant in Studio City, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Laurel Tavern is the Studio City pick for a casual, low-planning meal rather than a splurge or chef-led experience. Choose it when convenience and a relaxed tavern feel matter more than awards, tasting menus, or a clearly defined cuisine lane.
About Laurel Tavern
Laurel Tavern is a casual venue in Studio City with daily hours that start at 12 PM and run into the late evening. Use it as a direct local option when the priority is simple planning, casual dress, and a Studio City location rather than a highly documented destination meal.
Use it for a casual visit, not a high-stakes meal
The clearest signal for Laurel Tavern is its casual dress code. That makes it easier to consider for low-pressure plans than for an occasion that depends on formal service, a chef profile, a specific cuisine, or a published award trail. The safest recommendation is to keep expectations general.
The tradeoff is that this page has limited information beyond location, hours, and dress code. If you are comparing it with other choices, treat Laurel Tavern as the casual Studio City option and compare it with Asanebo, KIWAMI by Katsu-ya, Lala's Argentine Grill, Teru Sushi, or Tuning Fork based on the kind of night you want.
The value is in ease, especially for flexible plans
Laurel Tavern's hours make it useful for flexible timing. It is open from 12 PM to 11 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday; from 12 PM to 12 AM on Wednesday and Thursday; and from 12 PM to 1 AM on Friday and Saturday.
That makes Laurel Tavern a practical Studio City consideration when casual dress and broad operating hours matter most. Readers looking beyond one venue can also scan our full Studio City restaurants guide, our full Studio City bars guide, and our full Studio City experiences guide for a tighter match.
Planning details
- Location
- 11938 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- laureltavern.com
- Phone
- +18185060777
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Laurel Tavern reads like a neighborhood institution that balances familiarity with youthful energy. It sits squarely on Ventura Boulevard amid a mix of long-established delis and newer casual concepts, so the mood leans classic and unpretentious rather than trend-chasing. Service and format favor the easygoing rhythms of a tavern: structured enough for a proper sit-down dinner but loose enough to accommodate a late-night crowd. The result is a relaxed, approachable place where locals and industry types converge, and where consistent food and a convivial street-facing presence define the experience.
Best For
This is a go-to for evening plans: it thrives at dinner and stays lively into the late-night hours. The tavern format makes it suited to after-work drinks and casual hangouts, and it holds up on weekends when the scene runs later. Because the menu is built to work across service times, it’s a reliable pick when you want somewhere that feels familiar yet active: good for small groups, couples heading out after the office, or anyone seeking a dependable late-night meal on Ventura Boulevard.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the tavern-style menu by choosing items that travel well between dinner and late-night shareability. The Pork Belly Skewers are a clear signature pick for savory, snackable bites, and the Laurel Burger is an anchoring entrée if you want something classic and satisfying. Portions and menu architecture are designed to accommodate both sit-down dinners and late-night grazing, so mix a burger or larger plate with a few skewers or small plates to sample a range of the menu without committing to a single format.
Venue details
Ambiance
Low-lit with wood and exposed brick, warm and welcoming with classic lighting.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Craft beers, Cocktails
- Dietary
- Gluten-free options
Signature Dishes
- Pork Belly Skewers
- Laurel Burger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 11938 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
Planning details
Location
11938 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Teru Sushi, Notable alternative
- Lala's Argentine Grill, Notable alternative
- Asanebo, Sushi, Japanese, $$$$
- KIWAMI by Katsu-ya, Notable alternative
- Tuning Fork, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Laurel Tavern compares in Studio City
Choose Laurel Tavern when ease matters more than precision. Asanebo is the stronger pick for a higher-budget sushi meal, with a clearly defined Sushi, Japanese, $$$$ position. Teru Sushi and KIWAMI by Katsu-ya are better cross-shops when the night is specifically about sushi rather than a tavern-style hangout.
For a more direct casual comparison, Tuning Fork sits closer to Laurel Tavern's likely use case: neighborhood-friendly, lower pressure, and easier to treat as a repeat option. Lala's Argentine Grill is the better move when the group wants a clearer cuisine identity and a more meal-centered plan.
The practical split is simple: Laurel Tavern for flexible drinks-and-dinner energy, Asanebo for a splurge sushi decision, KIWAMI by Katsu-ya or Teru Sushi for Japanese cravings, Lala's Argentine Grill for a cuisine-specific group meal, and Tuning Fork when the brief is casual but not necessarily tavern-driven.
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Compare Laurel Tavern
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Tavern | Studio City | , | , | No published awards |
| Teru Sushi | Studio City | , | , | No published awards |
| Lala's Argentine Grill | Studio City | , | , | No published awards |
| Asanebo | Los Angeles | Sushi, Japanese | $$$$ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 Michelin Plate2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #2892025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #3102024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Highly Recommended |
| KIWAMI by Katsu-ya | Los Angeles | , | , | No published awards |
| Tuning Fork | Studio City | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Laurel Tavern?
If timing matters, especially on Friday or Saturday when Laurel Tavern stays open until 1 AM, confirm availability directly before building plans around it.
What are alternatives to Laurel Tavern?
Other venues to compare include Teru Sushi, Asanebo, KIWAMI by Katsu-ya, Lala's Argentine Grill, and Tuning Fork. Use the comparison based on your preferred setting, timing, and occasion.
Is Laurel Tavern good for solo dining?
Laurel Tavern's casual dress code and Studio City location may make it easy to consider for a low-pressure visit, but confirm the setup if seating style matters.
Is lunch or dinner better at Laurel Tavern?
Laurel Tavern opens at 12 PM daily. The hours run until 11 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday; 12 AM on Wednesday and Thursday; and 1 AM on Friday and Saturday.
Is Laurel Tavern good for a special occasion?
Laurel Tavern is casual based on the dress code. For a milestone occasion that depends on a specific format, menu, or service style, confirm details directly or compare it with Asanebo, KIWAMI by Katsu-ya, Lala's Argentine Grill, Teru Sushi, or Tuning Fork.
