Gjelina, originally hailing from Venice Beach, has opened a new location in New York City, maintaining its signature California vibe. The venue's design features warm, earthy elements that create a welcoming ambiance. Noteworthy is the open kitchen and cocktail bar offering a lively social scene. The menu, focused on fresh, seasonal ingredients, offers innovative Italian dishes with a Californian twist. Expect dishes like Dandelion Greens salad and Saffron Spaghetti, both highlighting the restaurant's creative approach to food without room for substitutions, appealing to adventurous diners.
At Gjelina, the ever-evolving menu is dictated by what's freshest at the market, with dishes likely to rotate weekly. This is Italian through a California lens.
The dining room opens up into a pared-down yet warm environment: sandy walls, wooden banquettes, a soft yellow glow, and leafy potted plants.
From the veggie section, we tried the Sugar Snap Peas with kalamata olives, fennel, and mint. It's proof that Gjelina knows how to elevate garden-variety ingredients.
If you're craving a red-sauce classic, this might not be your spot-and picky eaters, take note: substitutions are not allowed.
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