John White

The hard part of coming here is deciding what to have. Having been in many restaurants with concentrated choices this is a good problem to have! We settled on Prosciutto and fuyu persimmon burrata with lemon preserves, pan seared glazed turnips, and a fennel salami pizza. The burrata was the star of our show. I’m not usually a fan of burrata but this was a stand out presentation. The turnips balanced it with a savory earthiness. With the fennel salami pizza for a lingering spicy finish. We had a spectacular meal. There was so much we overlooked, they had a couple of egg and vegetables presentations that I’m a big fan of. We’ll save that idea for the next time.

wook kim

Great food, great atmosphere and great service. The food was all very tasty and the roasted veggies were cooked perfectly. We got the lamb pizza and really liked the flavour combinations. Will be coming back for dinner

+1

Stefano DellaVigna

Yes. It is a classic. Is it still worth it? ABSOLUTELY! The food here is excellent at all levels, including a good choice of wine by the glass. The pizzas are excellent, eg the one with anchovies, but even more the grilled vegetables such as the grilled cabbage and grilled carrots. The smokiness abd acidity elevates the dishes. Way to go.

+3

Elizabeth Dickens

The service was slow and hap hazard but the food?!? (It was a busy night in their defense) OMG!! Everything was spectacular but the dessert was absolutely the sta d out. The Carmel cream fresh was light fluffy and heaven in every bite.

+2

This is a review for brunch. We went for my wife's birthday and met family there. Traffic was awful all over LA and everyone arrived late and at different times. The staff was very understanding an…

This is a review for brunch. We went for my wife's birthday and met family there. Traffic was awful all over LA and everyone arrived late and at different times. The staff was very understanding …

Ordered 6 dishes and all were very tasty and worthy of eatting again. My favs were the blueberry pancakes, the scrambled eggs with smoked cod, and the chorizo pizza. Really everything was good. I r…

pizza is always good. Can't complain. Always get the small size of pizza better deal for value

Really good food, great date night spot, Pinot was very good and light- matched well with the duck/ pizza. \n\nCame another time w the girls and shared things - everything was insanely good

Everything I hoped it to be. I've been a fan of the baguettes sold in Erewhon & finally had a chance to try the food. Everything was 10/10 ambiance food and service- an all around lovely lunch!

Loved it! The patio has nice heat lamps and candles for ambiance. Came here for the extensive vegetarian menu...so many options I'll have to come here a few more times to try it all! We got the jap…

Everything I hoped it to be. I've been a fan of the baguettes sold in Erewhon & finally had a chance to try the food. Everything was 10/10 ambiance food and service- an all around lovely lunch!

A wonderful atmosphere and a nice service.\nThe steak sandwich is crispy and soft.\nThe Gelato and the coffee are perfect.\nWhy don't I visit again?

This place has such a great atmosphere for a date night. The dishes we ordered were all delicious especially the cauliflower, the pizza, and the roasted duck. The service was wonderful as well.\n\n…

Excellent location & atmosphere. We shared numerous appetizers, all excellent. The pizzas were the best, with amazing flavors. The salads were large, and we shared. The main courses were also delicio…

Excellent location & atmosphere. We shared numerous appetizers, all excellent. The pizzas were the best, with amazing flavors. The salads were large, and we shared. The main courses were also delic…

Excellent location & atmosphere. We shared numerous appetizers, all excellent. The pizzas were the best, with amazing flavors. The salads were large, and we shared. The main courses were also delic…

The pizza you can find in LA, so good. Also nice spot, recommend to book in advance as it is busy everyday! I got lucky enough to get a table walking in

The pizza you can find in LA, so good. Also nice spot, recommend to book in advance as it is busy everyday! I got lucky enough to get a table walking in

We ate here on a Wednesday night. We had reservations for 9 pm, but we got there early and were seated 50 minutes early! The menu is mainly small plates, which we shared. We had mushroom pizza, lam…

Fantastic vibe and imaginative menu. Vegetarian friendly. Great wine options & delicious food. Chanterelle mushrooms were sublime and the scallops were succulent & memorable. Even though it was r…

Amazing, unique flavor combinations. Really great service, awesome atmosphere/ambience, and an overall great foodie experience. We had the roasted fennel, agnolotti, pork chop, and escarole salad…

A Venice Beach classic. We start with a spectacular Kampachi and then delight us with the burrata and close with a pizza accompanied by cherry tomatoes. Highly recommended.

Fav dinner we had in LA! delish and good atmosphere. The heirloom tomato salad was amazing- and we both liked our pizzas!

First thing I appreciated was the pacing, laid back Venice feel with seasonal, very good dishes, we ordered a lot of things to try out different stuff, pasta, salads, just quality that shows up on the plate, you'll remember this kind of spot, would gladly return or even to show any family or friends visiting from out of town for the whole experience

Kuo L

3.8/5 ⭐ Came here for dinner and waited about an hour, which raised expectations. The food was good and well prepared, but nothing particularly memorable. We had the pizza — the chorizo pizza was a bit too salty for our taste. The atmosphere was nice overall, but parking is tricky and we had to rely on street parking. Solid spot, just be prepared for the wait and logistical hassle.

+2

Gabby M

The place has a cozy, rustic vibe that immediately sets the mood. The food was delicious, especially the pizza. There was a small mix-up with our order—we were served the wrong pizza and only realized after we had already started eating it. The staff handled it incredibly well: they comped that pizza and still brought out the one we originally ordered, both free of charge, which we really appreciated. One thing to note is that they don’t allow ingredient modifications. My boyfriend asked to remove chives from a pizza and they weren’t able to do so, so we chose a different option instead. Also, the pizzas don’t come with cheese by default, so adding burrata was an extra $6. Overall, great service and tasty food—just good to know their menu is more fixed and add-ons can increase the price.

+7

Alexis C

gjelina delivers on food quality and overall experience, but i'm docking it one star for a very specific reason: you absolutely cannot modify anything on the menu. not even a simple request like adding a side of basil to a pasta. for a restaurant of this caliber, that level of rigidity was surprising and a bit disappointing. just know going in that the menu is strictly “as is,” and manage expectations accordingly. that said, the food itself was good, flavorful, and clearly made with quality ingredients. the service was friendly and attentive overall, though they did forget to bring our drink order, which took away slightly from the experience.

+1

Nicole Spoljar

Food was good, vibe was cute. They have indoor and patio outdoor seating. It's quite expensive for the portion you get though. No complaints on the food, everything we ordered tasted great, I just don't think it was worth the cost.

I've been coming to Gjelina for years now, and stopped by for dinner this past weekend. Whether it's brunch or dinner, the food is consistently good, and that's always why I keep coming back. \n\…

Went here for my birthday today! We made reservations for 5:30 on a Wednesday. The restaurant was pretty much empty. We were seated out in the patio next to the fireplace with a round bistro table.…

It's been 10 years since I ate here and it def holds up. This place is so tasty and accommodating. We were initially sat inside, ordered, had drinks, then saw a table outside and asked to move. We …

Went here for a date night, food was unfortunately very average. The ambiance is nice though, and certainly suited for a date night. I would've given them 3 stars but it was impossible to get som…

Excellent choice, very vegetarian friendly, very pricey. Smooth service. Reservations essential. Do not miss the warm pate on baguette.

Excellent choice, very vegetarian friendly, very pricey. Smooth service. Reservations essential. Do not miss the warm pate on baguette.

Excellent choice, very vegetarian friendly, very pricey. Smooth service. reservations essential. Do not miss the warm pate on baguette.

I had a very good meal with interesting choices of dishes. The ambiance is quite classy but maintains a young atmosphere. A little bit pricey but the quality of the dishes is superior

Food is generally good, but the attitude of the staff is that you're lucky to eat there, the mandatory 20% tip + asking for more is obnoxious after the attitude you have dealt with, and the ego of …

Was really looking forward to my meal here but to begin they seated us on the terrasse on a cold night which was ridiculous. Secondly, the service was very cold, indifferent . wine service was none…

I had al albacore salad and meat balls. The food tastes really good. The decor is weared. Alternative . The negative side is the service: waiters are arrogant, feel untitled and treat you like you …

We had a late afternoon brunch Saturday here. We had a 145pm reservation and arrive early and were quickly seated...that was the last of the good service. First getting a waitress' attention too…

Visiting from UK we had been recommended to dine here, what a disappointing experience. Dark needed phone to read menu. We ordered dandelion salad very small portion but tasty. Goats cheese pizza …

Jesse

Food was decent, especially the pizza, but the experience didn’t justify the price. A mandatory 22% gratuity was added with no choice or clear explanation, and it didn’t seem consistent across tables. Service was minimal: food dropped off, a brief check-in, that’s it. Two people, one cheap glass of wine, and the bill was over $160 with tip. Parking was also difficult. I’m happy to tip for good service, but forced 22% gratuity without matching service or transparency is a deal breaker.

Soro Wellness

This is a place for the vibe. The food was mediocre. We ordered a macchiato and they brought espresso. Still fine but I’ve had better. We also got the pomodoro pizza and added burrata (came out hot and was cold in less than 5 minutes) soggy but fine - had better pizza elsewhere. We got the omelette. Great flavor but very greasy. We got the labneh toast. I wouldn’t get it again- very sweet. The food next door at the gjelina small bakery place was much better. Like MUCH better. We also came with two kids. One day with us another we had a high chair and a stroller. The patio area is so tight and very hard to maneuver a stroller in a small space. Don’t bring a stroller if u can!

Shaun Young

I hadn’t been to Gjelina in years and was very excited to return and experience it again. Unfortunately it was an underwhelming experience, with average food and rude service. We had a reservation and were seated outside on the second level. We were put a table that was mainly in the sun and asked the hostess if we could be seated at a shaded table. There were plenty of open tables. It was as if we had made an immense request. She was put-out and rude. Our server started equally as rude. The shaded table was uneven and kept rocking back and forth. We didn’t say anything, but the sever noticed and said “Well no one was supposed to be seated at that table. There’s an upcoming reservation.” So… you’d have to get a wedge for that reservation too. When I asked her what dishes she recommended as I hadn’t been there in years, she said “There’s too much to list.” When asked for a wine recommendation and said we usually drink Pinot Grigio, she replied “What kind of Pinot Grigio? There are so many varieties.” That was when I was over the service. There were only a handful of whites on the menu. It’s not an extensive wine list. Pinot Grigio gives you an idea of what we like. It’s not a Chardonnay or a Sauvignon Blanc. When the food arrived, it was fine. It wasn’t worthy of the price or attitude we received. The produce was fresh, but the food temperature was tepid. The pancakes were dense and mediocre. Not even the amount of blueberry compote or cream could save it. Ultimately the bill did not justify the food or service. Maybe it was an off day, but not a gamble I’m willing to take again. There are restaurants with far better service and food, especially for the price point.

+1

pan s

Honestly, food was mediocre. Bahn mi barely had any seasoning that it tasted bland. Pizza was too thin, it felt closer to a crepe… too thin and soggy to be lifted at all. But taste wise, it wise fine. I wasn’t fan of the MANDATORY 20% tipping. If service was great, I’d be more than happy to leave 20-22% tip. But being subjected to paying great service tip for doing the minimal “taking order and simple serving”is unpleasant. I, as a customer, would rather have the choice in tipping of how well the server performs than being forced to pay higher end tip without a choice.

Went to Gjelina for lunch. The Gruyere, caramelized onion pizza was very good. I was disappointed in the Agnolotti. There were 10 pieces of penne shaped pasta tubes. That's it. Super small portion fo…

Went to Gjelina for lunch. The Gruyere, caramelized onion pizza was very good. I was disappointed in the Agnolotti. There were 10 pieces of penne shaped pasta tubes. That's it. Super small portion …

Had higher hopes for this place but was pretty disappointed. We went for lunch on a long weekend and it was packed but we had a reservation. We wanted to get the veggie sandwich without sprouts sin…

We recently went here, the restaurant was beautiful, the service was good, the wine was good. The food was ok. We had a salad, it was good. We had the chicken liver toast, it tasted off to me. We h…

We recently went here, the restaurant was beautiful, the service was good, the wine was good. The food was ok. We had a salad, it was good. We had the chicken liver toast, it tasted off to me. We h…

Mariia Tsvetkova

Came once a couple of months ago and didn’t have the best experience — our server called me “boo,” had an attitude, ignored my allergy concerns, and never checked on us. The only reason I didn’t leave a review then was because the manager handled it perfectly and completely turned the experience around. This time we came back for a birthday, had a great night, spent around $300 — and after paying, another guy (I assume a manager) came up and asked when we were leaving because they had reservations. Excuse me? There’s no sign or mention anywhere about a time limit. I’ve never been asked to leave a restaurant before. I gave him feedback, but he didn’t apologize. The table next to us, who’d been there longer, wasn’t asked to leave. Another table next to us was available for seating. So disrespectful. I don’t think I’ll be coming back.

I had lunch with a friend there on 2/1 and we split the bill. I distinctly remembered writing $74 on bill, which my friend also saw, but restaurant ended up charging $132 on my cc. I had to open clai…

The hostess refused to sit us inside for our 5:30 reservation because we had a toddler with us even though there were many open tables. Instead she offered us a table facing a wall outside under a …

We came to Gjelina with high hopes and four hungry kids — and left completely stunned by the arrogance and inflexibility of the staff. All we asked for was one simple dish: plain pasta for one of our…

Horrific experience. The staff are part of a scheme with John. He knows the owner and invites people to this restaurant, be super careful.

It’s an average pizzeria charging Michelin prices for absolute mediocrity. It’s 3x the price for the equivalent in Europe with rushed annoying service. The wine is a total rip off. And they entitle…

As a family of 4, we ordered today on Aug first, 2 times the prawns, pork ribs, a pizza, 2 frites and corns. The pizza was black burned (which restaurant can’t prepare a decent pizza today?), w…

Buyer beware. This restaurant automatically adds a 22% service charge to the bill, but then still includes a tipping scale at the bottom of the receipt suggesting additional tips. I didn’t realize the 22% was mandatory until after the meal and later saw other reviews mentioning it. Unfortunately, that meant I ended up tipping around 40% total for what was one of the worst service experiences I’ve had. If you go, I’d also recommend avoiding the upstairs seating on a warm day, it was very stuffy and uncomfortable. At the beginning of the meal we asked our server whether we had ordered enough food. She told us we hadn’t and encouraged us to order more. We trusted her advice and added a dish, which we ultimately boxed up to take home, after the initial ordering she barely checked on us again. It felt like we were waiting forever just to get the bill. Eventually we had to ask another server, who was much more responsive, to help us. If the restaurant is going to charge a mandatory 22% service fee, that’s their choice, but it should be clearly communicated upfront by the server so guests don’t unknowingly add another tip on top. Every other experience we had in Los Angeles was fantastic, and we look forward to visiting again. Unfortunately, this meal was a disappointing outlier.