If you think you’ve seen it all when it comes to San Fernando Valley food, think again. The Valley is full of surprises, and in this episode of Eat Live Love San Fernando Valley, we’re exploring some of the most outrageous, unforgettable, and over-the-top dishes in Los Angeles. From cereal milkshakes stacked with cheesecake, to award-winning pizza, fiery sandwiches, and authentic Ethiopian stews, this food tour proves why the San Fernando Valley deserves a spot on every foodie’s map.
A Milkshake You’ll Never Forget
We kicked off our adventure in Woodland Hills at a spot that takes childhood nostalgia to an entirely new level. At Cereal Twister, the menu combines your favorite breakfast cereals with ice cream, milkshakes, and smoothies to create wild concoctions you won’t find anywhere else. The star of the show? Their Nutella Cheesecake Milkshake. Imagine coffee ice cream blended with Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Nutella, topped with whipped cream, Oreo dust, cinnamon, and a full slice of cheesecake balancing on top. This is dessert on a whole new level, and it’s exactly the kind of crazy Los Angeles food that keeps people coming back.
Award-Winning Pizza With a Korean Twist
Next, we headed to Sun Valley to experience one of the most creative pizzas in the entire Los Angeles restaurant scene. 786 Degrees is famous for global-inspired pizzas, and their Bulgogi Gangnam Style pie is truly next level. Marinated beef, fresh spinach, mushrooms, onions, corn, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of olive oil all come together on perfectly fermented dough that’s baked in a wood-burning oven. The result is smoky, savory, and bursting with flavor—an award-winning fusion that proves San Fernando Valley pizza is far from ordinary.
The Spiciest Sandwich in the Country
From savory pizza, we turned up the heat in Northridge at Blue Palms Brew House. Their Liar’s Fuego Steak Melt isn’t just bold—it’s been voted the spiciest sandwich in America. Layered with prime rib, serranos, jalapeños, Anaheim peppers, and roasted habaneros, plus gooey melted cheese and jalapeño bread, this sandwich packs an intense punch. If you love spice, this is the kind of over-the-top bite that will test your limits and leave you reaching for one of their specialty brews.
A Hidden Gem for Authentic Ethiopian Food
Finally, we ended our Valley food tour in Lake View Terrace at Ranch Side Cafe, home to the only Ethiopian restaurant in the San Fernando Valley. From doro wat (a rich chicken stew) to vegan chickpea and lentil platters, every dish is served on injera, the traditional flatbread that doubles as your utensil. With bold spices, vibrant colors, and a communal dining style, Ranch Side Cafe is a hidden gem offering a truly unique food experience in Los Angeles.
Why the Valley Is a Foodie’s Playground
From outrageous desserts to award-winning pizza, fiery sandwiches, and authentic Ethiopian cuisine, the San Fernando Valley food scene has something for everyone. These restaurants showcase just how diverse and exciting Los Angeles food culture really is. Whether you’re craving over-the-top milkshakes in Woodland Hills, a global pizza in Sun Valley, the spiciest sandwich in Northridge, or Ethiopian flavors in Lake View Terrace, the Valley is full of bold bites worth trying.
So, which one are you craving first? Drop a comment, subscribe for more food adventures, and join us as we keep uncovering the best San Fernando Valley restaurants one episode at a time.
Cereal Twister – Woodland Hills
Westfield Topanga Mall, 6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Canoga Park, 91303 CA
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cerealtwistercafe
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cerealtwister/
Website: https://www.cerealtwister.com/
786 Degrees – Sun Valley
8879 Laurel Canyon Blvd # A, Sun Valley, CA 91352
Website: https://786degrees.com/
Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/786degrees/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/786degrees/
Blue Palms Brew House – Northridge
8440 Balboa Blvd Suite #101 Northridge, CA 91325
Website: https://www.bluepalmsbrewhouse.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluepalms_brew/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluepalmsbrew/
Ranch Side Cafe – Lake View Terrace
11950 Foothill Blvd, Lake View Terrace, CA 91342
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranch_side_cafe/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100031771493109
Website: https://ranchsidecafe.com/
