Sherman Oaks, just over the hills from Beverly Hills, is one of the San Fernando Valley most sought after neighborhood. It is popular with families seeking suburban comforts but centrally located. Bordered by the essential 101 and 405 freeways, it features Sherman Oaks Galleria and the Westfield Fashion Square. There are many hot-spots for dinning on Ventura Boulevard, the area’s main commercial strip, which features trendy gastropubs, burger joints, swanky wine bars, and bright brunch cafes.