Bravo’s “The Valley” follows a group of friends navigating adulthood in a new chapter of life, parenthood. The reality show is a spinoff of the series “Vanderpump Rules,” that jumped into a new level of fame and pop culture status last March.
If you aren’t familiar, #Scandoval was the talk of the town last year after news broke that cast member Tom Sandoval had been cheating on his partner of 9 years, Ariana Maddox, with fellow cast member Rachel Levis. With both Bravo fans and the internet not able to get enough of the series, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to expand the Bravo-verse with a new series.
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“The Valley” brings back two original Pump Rules cast members, Kristen Doute and Jax Taylor, as well as Taylor’s wife Brittany Cartwright who joined the show in later seasons. All three worked as servers and bartenders at former “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Lisa Vanderpump’s West Hollywood restaurant, SUR.
A lot has changed in the years since we last saw this trio on our screens. For one, they’ve stepped away from the glitz and glam of West Hollywood to reside in the San Fernando Valley. Another major change is the new additions to their families. Taylor and Cartwright have a son together, where as Doute shares she’s trying to get pregnant with her boyfriend Luke Broderick, who is also a member of the Valley cast.
Entering this next chapter of life means expanding their friend circle beyond their former SUR coworkers. The Valley cast includes three couples; Danny and Nia Booko, Jesse and Michelle Lally; Jason and Janet Caperna; as well as friends Zack Wickham and former the Bachelor contestant Jasmine Goode.
Similar to Vanderpump Rules and other Bravo shows, The Valley makes a point to make the surrounding cities its backdrop and utilize various restaurants and bars where the cast meets up to discuss the latest gossip.
Here are some of the restaurants seen throughout the first season of the series.
Cast-owned Restaurants:
Jax’s Studio City
12514 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
The bar is owned by Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright. The process of opening the bar is documented during the season.
The bar is connected to Rocco’s Tavern and offers a similar menu, but one noticeable addition to Jax’s that many Pump Rules fans will recognize is Mamaw’s Beer Cheese. The indoor area of the bar feels like a glammed up dive bar where they host weekly karaoke nights. Outside feels like a sports bar surround by TVs that most would use to watch the game, but also make for a fun space for fans to watch their favorite Bravo shows.
Restaurants the cast visits in order of appearance:
The Great Greek
13362 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Cast members who eat here: Kristen, Zack and Jasmine in Episode 1.
In addition to serving classic Greek dishes such as tzatziki, spanakopita and baklava, the restaurant also plays live Greek music.
Smoke House Restaurant
4420 Lakeside Dr, Burbank, CA 91505
Cast members who eat here: Jax and Kristen in Episode 2.
Jax takes Kristen here because its a place he’s always wanted to eat at. Viewers might also recognize it from the film “La La Land.” This classic Los Angeles restaurant has been around since 1946 with reviewers raving about the garlic bread and steaks among the many menu items. One notable moment of Jax taking Kristen to a Smoke House restaurant is that in the entire time he’s known her, she’s been a vegetarian. But luckily for those in a similar boat, they menu offers plenty of vegetarian options.
Two Bit Circus
634 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA
Cast members who eat here: Jax, Jesse, Danny and Luke for guys night in Episode 2.
This bar doubles as a high tech carnival with its variety of arcade games and VR technology.
*Note: Two Bit Circus is temporarily closed.
Rocco’s Tavern
12514 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
Cast members who eat here: Jax meets with his business partners to hire staff for Jax’s Studio City in Episode 3.
Rocco’s Tavern has a few locations throughout Los Angeles, but their Studio City spot is notable to the Valley because its connected to Jax’s Studio City. The sports bar’s menu includes classic likes pizza and wings as well as mac and cheese that guests rave about.
Hochateria
231 N Maclay Ave, San Fernando, CA 91340
Cast members who eat here: Brittany and Kristen in Episode 3.
Horchata, coffee and churros, the perfect combo for anyone with a sweet tooth. The owners claim to fuse traditional Mexican flavors with American favorites with items such as a Horchata iced coffee, Churro Sundae and concha ice cream sandwich.
Ventura County Fair
10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001
Cast members who eat here: Jax, Jesse and Danny along with their kids in Episode 4.
This annual Southern California county fair happens each summer. This year it will take place from July 31 to August 11.
Soulmate
631 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Cast members who eat here: Kristen and Luke in Episode 4.
This restaurant is located near none other than Kristen’s old palace of work, SUR. Just like Luke, restaurant goers can start their evening off with oysters as well as savory beignets. The menu includes plenty of seafood options as well as flatbreads and pasta.
Stout Burgers and Beers
1544 N Cahuenga Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90028
Cast members who eat here: Jax and Jasmine in Episode 6.
While the Studio City location that Jax and Jasmine met at is now permanently closed, the local chain has a two locations still open throughout Los Angeles.
Sky Bar at the Mondrian
8440 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Cast members who eat here: The entire cast comes here as well as Tom Schwartz from Vanderpump Rules to celebrate Jax’s hair care product launch in Episode 6.
If you’ve watched Vanderpump Rules, chances are this location looks familiar. Located at the Mondrian Hotel in West Hollywood, the Sky Bar menu includes cocktails and poolside bites.
Corbin Bowl
19616 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana, CA 91356
Cast members who eat here: Jax, Luke and Jason in Episode 7.
This Valley bowling alley serves classic bites like fries, nachos, chicken wings, mozzarella sticks and more. As for the bowling, pricing for lane reservations range based on the day/time but typically start at $40 for the first hour.
Taisho
14016 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Cast members who eat here: Nia, Danny, Michelle and Jesse in Episode 7
This Japanese restaurant’s menu is “rooted in tradition” with a modern vibe. They primarily serve sushi but also have a happy hour daily from 5-6 p.m.
The Mondrian
8440 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Cast members who eat here: Jax and Brittany
Jax and Brittany stay at the Mondrian penthouse for date night and have a chef from Sushi Lux come to the hotel to make them dinner. The upscale private dining company is available to reserve for events for a minimum of 25 people.
We’ll be updating this list as the season progresses.