Best Live Music Showtime Restaurants in Studio City
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Olive & Grill
Romantic olive tree terrace with live entertainment and authentic Lebanese cuisine
Notable Picks
8.3
Modern Mediterranean restaurant featuring an enchanting outdoor terrace beneath olive trees with live music and belly dancing creating a romantic atmosphere. The Lebanese-influenced menu emphasizes shareable mezze plates and grilled kebabs, with hookah service adding to the authentic Middle Eastern experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Chops, Chicken Kebab, Fattoush Salad
What Makes it Special: Romantic olive tree terrace with live entertainment and authentic Lebanese cuisine
8.2
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Birthday & Celebration Central
Live Music Showtime
Outdoor Dining Oasis
California-inspired contemporary Italian anchoring Tujunga Village since the early 1960s with housemade pastas, fresh branzino and salmon, and an upstairs jazz lounge. The restaurant underwent a modern redesign while maintaining its classic Italian warmth, offering outdoor dining on the village sidewalk and weekend jazz brunch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spaghetti Carbonara, Branzino, Frank's Favorite Meatballs
What Makes it Special: Studio City landmark with jazz club upstairs and California-Italian fusion cuisine
Worthy Picks
#3
Tuning Fork
7.9
Cozy gastropub tucked on Ventura Place serving California craft beers and seasonal comfort food with Buddhist, Caribbean, and Moroccan influences. The intimate space features skylights, heavy wooden tables, and occasional live music creating a neighborhood gathering spot.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mushroom Truffle Burger, Marrakech Meatballs, Jerk Chicken
What Makes it Special: Hidden gastropub blending global flavors with craft beer expertise