Reviews

Top quality fish, creative rolls and tasty appetizers are hallmarks of Kabosu Japanese Cuisine, which features much of the same menu found at sister restaurant Sushi Yuzu.

The new tavern on Riverside Drive in Toluca Lake does just about everything right with a fantastic, varied menu, solid bar selection and a comfortable, casual atmosphere.

Former Iranian refugee Roya Aryanpad, who lived in Burbank for six years, directed and produced the fictional short film "Jacob Stone," which screens Friday, September 11, as part of the Burbank International Film Festival

San Fernando Valley mainstay Frankie's Italian Kitchen opened a new location a few months ago in the Lakeside Shopping Center on Pass Avenue. Prompt service and delicious food make this spot an excellent choice for lunch or dinner.

Newly opened in Magnolia Park, The Hangar Grille pays homage to Lockheed's airplane manufacturing legacy in Burbank while serving up steaks, BBQ, pastas, salads and sandwiches, along with some amazing appetizers.

The free classical music concert featured a guest performance by L.A. Phil Concertmaster Martin Chalifour and was organized by a local Burbank student. Held at First Presbyterian, donations were given to Education Through Music - LA.

The newly-opened cafe serves up cool treats including Acai sorbet bowls and energy smoothies and shakes, in addition to tea, coffee and a range of sandwiches and salads, including many vegan options.

Burbank Youth Summer Theatre Institute takes the audience into the Forest of Arden with Shakespeare's romantic comedy "As You Like It" Friday evening at the Starlight Bowl.

The Burbank bakery makes fresh cupcakes, macarons and a variety of sweet treats with half the fat, calories and sugar of standard recipes, along with many vegan, gluten-free and sugar-free options.

Burbank's family-run World Empanadas opens a new location on Magnolia Boulevard to better accommodate the popularity of its savory and sweet offerings for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert.