This was a pleasant surprise! Tucked away on a busy stretch of Van Nuys Blvd., Oliva is a cute Italian restaurant. Great, prompt service and a nice menu led to a fantastic meal. The gnocchi with meat sauce tasted fresh and hot and the portions were a perfect size. Like a good restaurant, they will make tailor a dish to your specifications by changing the sauce or the type of pasta with no questions asked. Even the cappucino was a surprise. Although its location (and parking) on Van Nuys Blvd. may seem a little daunting this is a little breath of North Jersey in Sherman Oaks, and a good value.
Pros: Food, Service, Cappucino
Cons: Parking
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