Stanley's - Sherman Oaks

About four years ago, I frequently enjoyed lunch at Stanley’s while working in Studio City, and I loved it so much that I would return for dinner with family and friends as well. Fast forward to a few weeks ago—I visited with a friend I hadn’t seen in a while, and let’s just say, I was left wondering, “What happened?” The service was slow and not particularly friendly. While slow service usually doesn’t bother me, unfriendliness is definitely a major turn-off. The food was just mediocre, which made me second-guess my taste from a few years back, but thankfully, my friend shared the same sentiment, so I felt relieved. Could it have just been an off night? We ordered a few salads and an entrée to share, and as we chatted the night away, we tried not to let the poor service affect our experience. On the bright side, the bread basket remained delicious, so at least that part was consistent.