Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in Sherman Oaks

I love this place. The ambience. The small plates. The drinks. Been here twice, and can’t wait to return. I highly recommend the banana cake dessert.

Dinner at Providence is an experience to savor. The beautiful room offers the perfect ambiance - enough activity to feel involved, quiet enough for conversation, and just the right amount of table spacing. Service was attentive and perfectly timed without hovering. Friendly and professional. Now - the food. Each dish - tasty, complex, and gorgeous - was served on pretty plates or unique objects, and embellished with tiny edible flowers from the rooftop garden. We loved the wines, well-matched with each course and described as they were poured. We loved every minute of our three-hour dining experience. Cheers to the chef, servers, and everyone involved in creating our dinner.

This is our once a year celebration spot because every single year the meal is a complete delight from ambiance, service, to food preparation, presentation, and flavors. We always tip more than 20% because they more than deserve it. We 💝 this neighborhood gem!

What a great experience. Our server, Arwyn (spelling) was marvelous on all counts. I had the butternut squash soup, which was beautiful and delicious. For my entree, I had the bass…it was cooked perfectly, succulent with a crispy, well seasoned skin. We shared the Chestnut Rocks dessert, which was unique in both presentation and flavors. We’re so glad Arwyn recommended it. This restaurant isn’t cheap but well worth the expense, in my view.

Jaime is the best waiter ever! One of my favorite spots for great Italian food.