Simon's Café - Sherman Oaks

Simon's Cafe does a spot-on job of preparing everything from scratch and to order. His Moroccan dishes are highlights; particularly the mixed appetizer plate with pita, tender lamb tajine, and chicken tajine with dried fruits. He's a kind man, always there, always cooking, and pretty much a one-man-band. Let's support our non-corporate neighborhood eateries!

Simon 's Cafe is an unassuming storefront on Sepulveda Boulevard South of Ventura Boulevard just North of the 101/405 on ramp. The best entrance is from the parking lot off of Dickens St pay in advance or valet . It 's not fancy- no belly dancers or costumed servers, just Simon himself in the kitchen, but the food is amazing! We had a delicious b 'stilla, lamb tajine, and couscous Royale with skewers of chicken and lamb, and home made merguez sausage. All were delicious and mDe with obvious care and pride. Simon also makes delicious desserts, including candied orange peel, candied figs, and candied baby eggplants ! , as well as house-made tarts, baklava, and other Moroccan pastries. Simon himself is one of the most gracious restaurant hosts around! One of our favorite dining treats!

This is a wonderful little restaurant recommended by my sister, who lives in the area. We were greeted by the owner and shown to a table right away. The owner has a pleasant and welcoming demeanor, readily answering questions about the offerings of the day. We shared Pastilla, a delicious pastry with duck and chicken, as an appetizer. It was so delicious that we might not be able to try any of the other tempting appetizer offerings, since we are likely to order Pastilla again! Three of us had the Couscous Royale, a delicious and filling entree. The fourth person had a bowl of Harira Soup, which he said he will order again in the future. He had the Merguez as his entree. The evening was so enjoyable we will return. In fact, this restaurant has rocketed to the top of our list of area restaurants.

This food is amazing! simon does it all. he is great. we had Combination Appetiser Platter , Harira Soup, Chicken Tagine with Tomato and Olives and Couscous Royale. every single thing was delicious and tons of flavor. this was my 2nd time there and i will totally go again and again

Simon welcomed us, offered insight himself into his menu, and checked on us afterward to make sure we were pleased. He made a point of removing turnips from the couscous for one person in our party, while providing the full dish to the rest. The food was delicious, creative, and abundant. We look forward to returning. It was the personal touch like I've never seen before.