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Yummy summer pizza. The cherry tomatoes and squash blossoms are a perfect welcome to spring. The cheese did end up hurting my stomach. Worth it.
This is some of my fav takeout pizza in LA! Always warm and so good and fun different types of pizza!
The food was excellent but very pricey. I really enjoyed the Squash blossom pizza and Caesar salad. The pizza was unique and had a good amount of creamy burrata. I enjoyed the dough as well. Salads often don't have enough dressing for me, but this one was dressed well and had a lemony hint to it. I really enjoyed it. Overall a 5 star for outstanding food but definitely more on the expensive side for a to go meal which knocks it to a 4 for me. Service was friendly and quick. There are 2 very small tables, a few bar stools at the window, and bench outside to sit on.
Great slice! Spicy, hot, and filling! What a gem, you wont be disappointed. Its a take out w some seating outside. Fast service taking your order also.
GTA is the restaurant connected to Gjelina where you don't have to wait for a seat since it's only takeaway. Theres some standing tables for you to eat real quickly if you're in a pinch, but like almost everything on Abbot Kinney you are going to be paying a premium just due to the location. I got the tuna melt sandwich and it was okay. Good thing they take InKind so it was not as pricey. Also they have the larger menu in paper form which may be better. They have a smaller menu written on the wall and it makes it seem like that's all they serve so it's unclear
Food is great my favorite pizza is Margherita one slice service is fast and have a lot of place to seat and eat ambience is good chill and to go services
I always order the same tuna melt every time I come. It's a mayo-based tuna salad with capers on house baked bread with fontina and arugula. Surprisingly the sandwich holds well on my 30 min walk back to work. Can't speak for any of the pastries or pizzas but the humble tuna has not failed me yet.
Multiple trips to Abbot Kinney and I always saw people sitting outside GTA gobbling down beautiful slices of pizza that tortured me as I walked by. I finally found myself in Venice yesterday and needed to grab a quick bite. This could be in the top 1% of grab and go slice places. The cheese flavor alone--perfection. The sauce--a slight hint of sweetness and I'm pretty sure they must make their own sauce because I'd never tasted one quite like it! The crust--slightly chewy and with a little sponginess--amazing! The folks running the counter are outgoing and friendly would be an understatement. I was greeted as if I was a regular! Most likely will be now! Tip: if you're wondering what slices I had, they were the pepperoni and margherita--highly highly recommended!
I've been coming here for years whenever I'm in the Abbot Kinney area, and it never disappoints. Gjelina or Gjelina Take Away remain cornerstones of the Abbot Kinney food scene. Gjelina is my go-to for dinner with its amazing atmosphere, consistently delicious food, and attentive service, while GTA is perfect for a quick, casual, and equally tasty lunch. I've never had trouble finding street parking nearby, which makes the experience even better. A must-visit for anyone exploring Venice.
Just ordered delivery from Gjelina through Postmates and we're so happy we did. We ordered 2 Margherita Pizzas, 2 Spicy Pepperoni Pizzas and 2 Market side Caesar Salads. The lettuce was crisp and the toasted bread in the salad too. Gjelina's 15 miles away so we reheated the pizzas. The crust was sourdough like, crunchy and chewy. The sauce had the perfect amount of tanginess that complements the crust well. My mom is pretty picky about her pizza, but she said that this is the best pizza she's had in a long time. And for 4 people, the food was plenty. We have an entire box of pizza for a snack later. Parking is tricky here, especially if you're not from the area but the pizza is worth the drive! We're definitely coming back to try everything else on the menu.
Super cool spot on Abbot Kinney. We walked up to the counter and ordered an afternoon slice. I chose the Margherita pizza and added prosciutto. Took 5 min to get my slice. They have a larger menu besides pizza as well. Although I didn't try any, they had a wide selection of tasty drinks (think fun lemonades and coffees). I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town!
Small space for takeout of upscale Italian. We started a food tour here. There's limited seating inside. We got to try a small variety of items. Sampled the gruyere pizza with carmelized onions as well as the escarole pizza. Both pizzas were tasty. I was expecting more flavor on the gruyere to be honest - it was satisfying, but I didn't feel like the flavors stood out. The escarole was my favorite. The greens were really bright with a bit of crunch, and really delicious and well-cooked mushrooms and other veggies. We got a butternut squash dish with a creme topping and that was really lovely. Brussel sprouts were also well-roasted. The restaurant has a swanky sit-down side, but the takeaway is great for getting a bite to go. Loved learning about the history of the restaurant, and how it's an anchor that helped kickstart the revitalization of the area.
I have one main truth - regardless of whether I've already had dinner, if slices of pizzas available nearby, my pizza stomach will accommodate them. And this is how it was one night after eating dinner at another restaurant nearby...the enticing-looking slices at Gjelina Take Away beckoned, and I answered the call. Considering Gjelina proper is one of the more difficult restaurants to get into if you don't plan in advance, being able to get a taste of their deliciousness at the adjacent take-away version is a gift to us all. Their Pomodoro pie (think perfectly thin and crispy crust, generous size, and tomatoes galore on top) looked out of control, so we got a slice. Add burrata cheese? Oh, yes, please do that. And they did, and we ended up with this glorious Naples / NYC slice fusion that delighted my post-dinner pizza joie de vivre. There is plenty for vegetarians at Gjelina Takeaway, including some delights from the main Gjelina menu, other slices, and more. Oh, Gjelina Take Away - we took away...and we will keep it with us...always. read more
There is a nice vibe here. Located right on Washington Blvd, not far from the Venice pier, it's dog friendly, chill and friendly. Everyone here was nice and accommodating. Everything was timely, from seating, to ordering to drink and meal delivery. The Peachie Spritz is delicious and not too sweet. The Barbacoa Hash short rib may be my favorite on the menu. The meat is tender and juicy with the bowl topped with an egg. I also had the Churro Waffle that I had planned to save at least half for later. I felt bad for eating the entire freakin' thing but it coudn't be helped. It's so good. read more
Gjelina and me go back a lot of years; when Abbot Kinney Blvd. was just catching fire in the Venice Beach, CA area. The food being served there was so elevated for this district it took time and patience to get its footing. It's quite obvious at this point by what I saw today of a line so long at lunch, mind you, they are definitely established. I put my name down on the wait list, but as I was walking out I saw their satellite "Take Away" kitchen next door and that's where I ended up having lunch. I got two slices of what I would say was some of the best pizza I've ever had in SoCal. I had: Their veggie pizza so choked full of every vegetable you could possibly put on a slice. I loved this one I also had Lamb Sausage slice that just slayed me It's been a long time since I've been here. I will guarantee it won't be a long time for me coming back. read more
8 months ago
This is some of my fav takeout pizza in LA! Always warm and so good and fun different types of pizza! read more
1 year ago
The food was excellent but very pricey. I really enjoyed the Squash blossom pizza and Caesar salad. The pizza was unique and had a good amount of creamy burrata. I enjoyed the dough as well. Salads often don't have enough dressing for me, but this one was dressed well and had a lemony hint to it. I really enjoyed it. Overall a 5 star for outstanding food but definitely more on the expensive side for a to go meal which knocks it to a 4 for me. Service was friendly and quick. There are 2 very small tables, a few bar stools at the window, and bench outside to sit on. read more
GTA is the restaurant connected to Gjelina where you don't have to wait for a seat since it's only takeaway. Theres some standing tables for you to eat real quickly if you're in a pinch, but like almost everything on Abbot Kinney you are going to be paying a premium just due to the location. I got the tuna melt sandwich and it was okay. Good thing they take InKind so it was not as pricey. Also they have the larger menu in paper form which may be better. They have a smaller menu written on the wall and it makes it seem like that's all they serve so it's unclear read more
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Food is great my favorite pizza is Margherita one slice service is fast and have a lot of place to seat and eat ambience is good chill and to go services read more
9 months ago
I always order the same tuna melt every time I come. It's a mayo-based tuna salad with capers on house baked bread with fontina and arugula. Surprisingly the sandwich holds well on my 30 min walk back to work. Can't speak for any of the pastries or pizzas but the humble tuna has not failed me yet. read more
Multiple trips to Abbot Kinney and I always saw people sitting outside GTA gobbling down beautiful slices of pizza that tortured me as I walked by. I finally found myself in Venice yesterday and needed to grab a quick bite. This could be in the top 1% of grab and go slice places. The cheese flavor alone--perfection. The sauce--a slight hint of sweetness and I'm pretty sure they must make their own sauce because I'd never tasted one quite like it! The crust--slightly chewy and with a little sponginess--amazing! The folks running the counter are outgoing and friendly would be an understatement. I was greeted as if I was a regular! Most likely will be now! Tip: if you're wondering what slices I had, they were the pepperoni and margherita--highly highly recommended! read more
1 year ago
I've been coming here for years whenever I'm in the Abbot Kinney area, and it never disappoints. Gjelina or Gjelina Take Away remain cornerstones of the Abbot Kinney food scene. Gjelina is my go-to for dinner with its amazing atmosphere, consistently delicious food, and attentive service, while GTA is perfect for a quick, casual, and equally tasty lunch. I've never had trouble finding street parking nearby, which makes the experience even better. A must-visit for anyone exploring Venice. read more
2 years ago
Just ordered delivery from Gjelina through Postmates and we're so happy we did. We ordered 2 Margherita Pizzas, 2 Spicy Pepperoni Pizzas and 2 Market side Caesar Salads. The lettuce was crisp and the toasted bread in the salad too. Gjelina's 15 miles away so we reheated the pizzas. The crust was sourdough like, crunchy and chewy. The sauce had the perfect amount of tanginess that complements the crust well. My mom is pretty picky about her pizza, but she said that this is the best pizza she's had in a long time. And for 4 people, the food was plenty. We have an entire box of pizza for a snack later. Parking is tricky here, especially if you're not from the area but the pizza is worth the drive! We're definitely coming back to try everything else on the menu. read more
Super cool spot on Abbot Kinney. We walked up to the counter and ordered an afternoon slice. I chose the Margherita pizza and added prosciutto. Took 5 min to get my slice. They have a larger menu besides pizza as well. Although I didn't try any, they had a wide selection of tasty drinks (think fun lemonades and coffees). I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town! read more
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Small space for takeout of upscale Italian. We started a food tour here. There's limited seating inside. We got to try a small variety of items. Sampled the gruyere pizza with carmelized onions as well as the escarole pizza. Both pizzas were tasty. I was expecting more flavor on the gruyere to be honest - it was satisfying, but I didn't feel like the flavors stood out. The escarole was my favorite. The greens were really bright with a bit of crunch, and really delicious and well-cooked mushrooms and other veggies. We got a butternut squash dish with a creme topping and that was really lovely. Brussel sprouts were also well-roasted. The restaurant has a swanky sit-down side, but the takeaway is great for getting a bite to go. Loved learning about the history of the restaurant, and how it's an anchor that helped kickstart the revitalization of the area. read more
Separate from the sit-down full service restaurant, Gjelina has a take-away store where you can get pizza, sandwiches, and salads to-go. It's a bit pricey for a take away shop but it's the same kitchen and quality as the restaurant. Overall it's a good option if the wait at the restaurant is long or you want to take some pizza to the beach to enjoy. Seating is very limited so it's best as a pick-up and take away option. I tried their classic margherita pizza, which was very delicious and a great classic Neapolitan pizza. The sauce and cheese was high quality and well-blended with fresh basil and dried oregano on top. The crust was bubbly from the pizza oven and it was a nice size for a larger single serving (4 large slices). I think I would rather go to the Gjelina restaurant itself but the food is just as good! read more
2 years ago
Be aware... while their food can be tasty for the most part (and expensive) I came in on Friday Sept 6 at 2:39p..The review is due to their policy for not being able to remove pickled cucumbers due to an allergy to pickled things. I was told I could choose something else on the menu since they can't 'not' put pickled cucumbers on tbs tuna sandwich (I'm pescatarian so slim pickings that I like and what's worth the money they charge - fresh or not). I've heard of additions not being allowed (understandable) but saving them money by not having an item is ridiculous. I then said just give me the sandwich and I'll peel what they just put on. Stupidest thing I've ever heard of. Oh well! I just wasted food and peeled it off and threw in trash (see pic) Can I say wasteful AND dumb!! read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
A quick bite is exactly what I needed on a busy Saturday afternoon (when the wait time at the main Gjelina restaurant was 45 mins!), so I figured a slice of the veggie pie and a meatball sandwich would have to do. The pizza was delicious. Much better than I expected. The charred veggies really packed in so much flavor. The flat white coffee was also really good. I would skip the meatball sandwich though. Within seconds the bread was super soggy and the sauce/meatballs didn't stand out. Pro tip: if you can take your food to-go and eat it elsewhere it'll be a more pleasant experience than sitting at one of their two tiny wobbly tables. read more
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Gjelina's pizza never disappoints. Snagging a reservation at Gjelina's main restaurant can be difficult, but the GTA location right beside the restaurant is a great spot to get a slice of pizza while you're shopping on Abbot Kinney. I love grabbing a slice of a veggie pizza while I'm here, knowing that they load up on toppings. This one had a fantastic mix of crispy kale and pea shoots, topped with cheese. Even when reheated, this dough is a great mix of crispy with doughy textures from a brick oven to satisfy your craving for a solid thin slice pizza. Service is friendly and attentive. Seating and space is limited though, so I would be prepared to eat outside or have a quick bite indoors. read more
2 years ago
Classic pepperoni pizza from GTA, you can't go wrong! Service was quick, great place to grab a slice and enjoy it. Spicy Pepperoni tomato sauce, calabrian chiles, fontina read more
I have had the guanciale pizza several times at Gjelina, but it wasn't until May 10, 2022 that I tried it from GTA. I ordered the regular- personal size - 11" which at the time it was $22+15% service charge +tax +tip. It worked out to be around $30. Seems steep but it's sooo good! In any case, I saved a slice to take on my flight and forgot it, :(((((( so my mom ate it and asked where I got it because she was equally as obsessed. Flash forward to tonight- August 29 2022- I was deliberating between getting each of us a regular 11" or ordering the large 22". I'm on a high carb diet before having specific labs done and needed as much dough as I could get. I know some pizza places will make any size pizza with the same amount of dough, it just gets thinner the larger you get, so I called and asked. The guy who answered said it's double the dough, then sounding like he was trying to explain math to me said the regular is 11 and the large is 22. In his mind, double the diameter means double the surface area..... I decided not to try and explain how surface area works but I will post it on here just in case any one is curious ... A = r^2. R is the radius, which is half the diameter. A = 5.5^2 = 30.25 Vs A = 11^2 = 121 Ergo a 22" diameter pizza is actually 4 x the area of the 11". So, for future reference any time you double the diameter you increase the area by 4. (One 16" is four 8"...etc) I decided to go with my gut and get the large because I figured he must have been mistaken, and I suspect the large is actually made with 4 x the dough. I'm glad I did. This thing is huge and amazing!! Carb heaven! (FYI- I know I'm saying carb heaven, but really the crust on all of their pizzas is thin; it seems to be equally as thin whether you get the regular or the large. GTA is not one of those places that makes super thick dough pizzas. It's creates the perfect ratio of dough to toppings.) The 11" currently is $25 while the 22" is $55. That's before the 15% service charge, ~10% tax, and any additional gratuity. Did I spend $73 on a pizza? yes! Was it worth it? Why don't you get it and tell me. I certainly think it's fantastic!! Several meals worth in fact. Or it could feed 4 people. :) it's cut into 8, larger-than-my-hand, pieces. The ingredients are fresh and extremely flavorful. It really is one of my favs in LA. read more
9 months ago
2 years ago
Phenomenal, always. My favorite place to get a breakfast sandwich or chia pudding in Venice. read more
The guanciale pizza and Kale Salad are probably my two favorite items every time I go to Gjelina Take Away (Unfortunately I never manage to take a photo of these items before devouring, that's how good they are!). The service is also super fast and friendly. When you arrive, you get in line (if there is one but barely ever because they are fast and efficient) to place your order. I'd overheard the couple in front of me mention the restaurant being small, but also what do you expect? It's name has "Take Away" in it for a reason. Rest assured, for those that do want to dine-in, there are couple seats facing the window, a few around the beams supporting the building and some ledges outside that you can sit on while enjoying some fresh, thin crust pizza. read more
4 years ago
I was highly-recommended to try Gjelina Take Away (or GTA, for short), so the opportunity came to head over to Venice to grab some good eats. I went with my partner, and I opted for their signatures: pork meatballs and mushroom-truffle-goat cheese pizza. For some reason, the cashier forgot to add pork meatballs to the order, so after asking about it, one of the workers brought them to us and apologized for the mishap, saying that they were "on the house." Sweet! The verdict: Pork meatballs (5/5)-- holy moly, was it saucy! And so good! You could taste that the meatballs were handmade, from the texture and chewiness of it all. Pork flavor was rich and juicy, absolutely no dryness whatsoever. The sauce itself was sweet and tomato-y, and even though I'm not much of a tomato sauce kind of person, I could've totally used that leftover sauce with some pasta! Mushroom-truffle-goat cheese pizza (5/5)-- at first, I'd hesitated to order pizza, and in retrospect, I have no idea why. Although it got a bit cold as soon as we found a place to eat, it was still incredible: thin, chewy crust, ooey-gooey mozzarella, pungent goat cheese, ample mushrooms (of different varieties), and savory truffle oil to die for. Seriously, I would brave the crowded, congested streets of Venice just to have this pizza every day. Gjelina also has a dine-in restaurant nearby, and I think that would be a great place for special occasions (or a casual lunch, if your wallet can handle it). It doesn't come cheap, but the quality is spot-on, and definitely worth coming back to the traffic-mess of Abbot Kinney to enjoy. read more
9 months ago
I ordered breakfast for delivery, courtesy of a work social event. Tl;dr - delicious food, small portions, extremely pricey, didn't have items Because my daughter loves ham and cheese croissants, I ordered a ham and cheese croissant. Thirty minutes after I placed my order, the restaurant still hadn't confirmed it, so I called them to find out what was going on. Apparently they were expecting a delivery from Gjusta that would include the ham and cheese croissants but the truck was running a few minutes late. Ten minutes later, the truck still hadn't showed, and the restaurant called me back again to see if they should still keep my driver waiting. That didn't seem fair, so I accepted a Danish in lieu of the croissant. Avocado toast: Perfection, as long as you're not hungry. The bread was nice and crusty around the edges and soft on the inside, the avocado was piled high with delicious seasoning, and the radish and cilantro added a nice touch, but it was a very small piece of bread, and I am not normally one to complain about portion size. Blueberry Danish: I wish it had more filling, but the fruit was delicious and the pastry was light and flaky. Sparkling ginger limeade: The name says it all. The flavors were intense. Delivery for all of the above came to just under $35 - ouch! read more
One of my favorite sandwich places in LA. Located in Abbott Kinney area of Venice. This place needs to introduction. Locals affectionately call it GTA, with hardly a sign outside. Wood fired pizza is more popular and there is an extra outdoor oven and chef to make it on weekends. I ordered: Turkey sandwich Two slices of pizza - Pomodoro mushroom, burrata Beets with fennel Snowpea salad My food came out in 10 minutes after ordering in person. Love it all! read more
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