Gjelina, named for the mother of one of the two owners, is comfortable and relaxed, much like its moniker would suggest. Restaurant veteran Robert Schwan chose fashionable and artistic Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice for this venture.… Read More
Gjelina Restaurant Review:
Primetime reservations fill up quickly at Gjelina on fashionable and artistic Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice. (The restaurant is named after owner Fran Camaj's mother.) There is no exterior signage, so look for a wood façade. Upon entering you’ll discover two huge communal tables in the center, a large bar in the back and tables along the walls. The noise level can be quite high, so don’t...
With a rustic design and menu serving fresh fare straight from the farmers' market, this Venice outpot is attracting hordes of localvores from all over the Westside.:
This modest restaurant, named after one of the owner's mother (pronounced ""jewelina""), became a local favorite within weeks of opening, and it's easy to see why. The long communal tables...