Gjelina
Gjelina
upscale
romantic
italian
The Spot.
Named for founder Fran Camaj’s mother, Gjelina opened on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in 2008, serving locally-sourced, produce-forward food and becoming a staple in the Venice community. With dark walls, wood paneled ceilings, and brick cobblestone under foot, the vibe is moody and romantic.
As a Michelin Guide restaurant and apart of the Gjlenia group the group has spawned over the last decade from one restaurant, Gjelina, to now a small empire. Included in the group is the Gjusta Bakery, Gjusta Goods (retail store), Gjusta Grocer (market and grocery), Gjusta Flower Shop, Gjusta Apartment, and their nonprofit Gjelina Foundation and Gjusta Studios.
The Menu.
An all day restaurant serving up a robust amount of dishes from several vegetable dishes, pizza, large plates, and a handful of charcuterie boards. Menu highlights include:
Charcuterie and Cheese Board - Chicken and Duck liver pâté served on baguette with aged balsamic and mustard frill.
Specialty Pizza - Made with bottarga, smoked mozzarella, confit tomato, arugula, and jalapeno.
Black Mussel and Asari Clams - Served with tomatillo, confit garlic, cilantro, and a grilled baguette.
Slow Cooked Bone In Lamb Neck - Served with cucumber raita, fennel, mit, and preserved lemon.
Breakfast
Monday - Friday 9AM - 10:45AM
Lunch
Monday - Friday 11:30AM - 2:30PM
Afternoon
Monday - Friday 3PM- 4:30PM
Dinner
Monday - Sunday 5PM - 10:30PM
Happy Hour
Saturday - Sunday 9AM - 2:30PM