Gjelina – Mediterranean
This sun-drenched sanctuary pulses with a rustic-chic energy, where the scent of wood-fired dough and the chatter of a vibrant crowd fill the air. The kitchen masterfully balances the delicate and the decadent, offering everything from glistening snapper crudo and briny oysters to the rich, savory depth of chicken liver mousse and charred mushroom pizzas. It is a place where seasonal market greens meet artisanal craftsmanship, creating a communal dining experience that feels quintessentially coastal and effortlessly sophisticated.
1429, Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, 90291 +13104501429 https://www.gjelina.com/0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, raw-food, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Raw Bar & Charcuterie
- Tai Snapper Crudo - $25: Pomegranate-ginger aguachile, cayenne, crispy garlic, cilantro Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wellfleet Oysters (Half Dozen) - $28: Fresh oysters from Massachusetts Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Tartare - $25: Black garlic, pickled mushroom, garlic sesame crisp, sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Liver Mousse - $24: Shallot jam, chive, Pullman bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Selection of Charcuterie - $26: Pickles, mostarda, sourdough bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Mixed Market Greens - $19: Chives, tarragon, parsley, dill, lemon vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Little Gem Caesar - $22: Asian pear, crispy prosciutto, chive, blue cheese dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Winter Chicories - $22: Bosc pear, gruyère, aged balsamic vinegar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Pomodoro Pizza - $22: Confit tomato, oregano, basil, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Mushroom Pizza - $26: Rosemary, confit garlic, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Sausage Pizza - $28: Asiago, confit tomato, rapini, pecorino Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Saffron Spaghetti - $28: Bottarga, confit tomato, garlic, Calabrian chili, breadcrumb Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Orecchiette - $31: Beef cheek bolognese, whipped ricotta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Pasture Raised Half Chicken - $36: Black kale, red harissa Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wagyu Denver Steak - $52: Green peppercorn au poivre Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Frites - $13: Harissa ketchup, mustard aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Heirloom Carrots - $18: Harissa, za'atar vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Warm Date Cake - $16: Whiskey caramel, ginger whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Virunga Chocolate Tart - $16: Pistachio, crème fraîche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Plain Jane Cocktail - $19: Bourbon, Cappelletti, Amaro, lemon
- Cold Brew - $7: House cold brew coffee
- Grimm Artisanal Ales Pilsner - $12: Light Cone Pilsner 5.0% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
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