Great ambience , the staff was awesome so attentive but not to the point of being annoying. The food I think I was expecting something outstanding but little things made it taste a bit mid to us. The oysters had crunchy parts in it I had to spit out. The octopus was delicious. The new youk steak was way too chewy. Overall the experience was great but the food left something to be desired.
ColinD
Generally this was fine and nothing more. Food was OK but overpriced. Other than the ribeye nothing really stood out as special. Their wine list and wine service is funky. They took 20 mins to tell me they didn't have what I wanted and then they pushed an alternative on me that I didn't ask for. The wine was ice cold and clearly kept on a chiller which for good red wine is not proper storage. All in all very average and not somewhere I would go again.
For our last night in LA we chose Gwen as it's owned by Curtis Stone and we are Australian. The food was delicious, amazing and a lovely finish to our holiday. The service by our waitress was spot on. She could answer all our questions regarding the menu and made some good suggestions.
TimT
Easily the best charcuterie I have eaten in America If there's better tartare being made in LA I'd very much like to hear about it. A highlight dish Exceptional front of house staff My third visit over the years and the best yet
OferG
Very nicely designed place. Friendly, attentive personal. Food was Devine. Open concept kitchen and was able to watch the chefs and the staff working in the kitchen. Overall we enjoyed the experience very much. We had an issue with garden vegetables carpaccio. Apparently there wasn't any meat, but the Chef acknowledged and they said they will fix it in the menu. They were kind enough to not charge us even though it was very tasty.
Great time. Sat at the chef's table as a single diner. I highly recommend this restaurant for single diner's if you can get a spot at the chef's table. Some places wont even accept reservations for 1. I found everything to be amazing. Waiter even coordinated with butcher out front to have salami's cut up for me ready to grab when I was finished with my meal and it was there when I was done! I love Gwen and will return on my next trip out to LA
You know you are going to a great place when you are getting not only a great steak but also a combination of great seafood! To me, a great combination of both with satisfying flavors!
Scotts
One of the best dining experiences we have ever had in Los Angeles. Everything about GWEN is top notch.... starting with the food, which features a very eclectic, yet straightforward menu. GWEN is mostly for carnivores, though there are some sides and other dishes for non-meat-eaters. The service is also wonderful, with incredibly knowledgeable and charming waitstaff. The family sharing is a nice way to dine and there are moments of "theatre" along the way (choosing your own steak knife from a collection and being told about its origin) that make the evening all the more special. Tables are comfortable and amply spaced in the dining room. I wish they featured one or two more simple desserts (current menu is very eclectic) but for those who know, you can purchase some of the most amazing cookies you've ever had at the counter on the way out. They also sell their house made bread to take home, as well as having a butcher counter for home consumption as well. Highly recommend.
Stuart
This visit was my second time in 2 weeks. This time we celebrated my sister birthday. Couldn't think of a better place to celebrate this occasion. The New York was cooked perfectly rare. The scallops were amazing and sweet. The charcuterie plate was fantastic and of course the potatoes cooked and duck fat with the vinaigrette dressing fantastic. Couldn't have had a better evening if I tried. Oh, of course the best service in town.
mixery1
Gwen is our favorite restaurant. We have gone for special occasions have walked in on a spur of the moment. The staff is fabulous. Food is fabulous. Cocktails are fabulous. Gwen is FABULOUS !!!
We were full of anticipation at this Michelin star restaurant.The service was nice and courteous.The starters were a total failure in terms of taste and appearance.The steaks were good, but it had nothing to do with a restaurant listed in the Michelin Guide.The star is not justified.I have rarely been so disappointed with a restaurant.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
It was f'ing awesome. I mean my taste buds always go on a beautiful adventure with Gwen from their meats to their desserts. No wonder they're a Michelin star restaurant! To the chef in charge. Brilliant! Perfection!
GregL
Amazing from start to finish. To start the charcuterie was amazing a must, then the Flat Iron Wagyu, incredible and cooked like I like a perfect rare, and to finish off with the sweet potato flan. A brilliant breaking of a seven day fast. My treat to myself, which I enjoyed immensely. It it really was more than a meal but an experience that I will treasure. Terrific work from John the butcher, to my server Jason and the rest of the friendly staff, and Bot sorry to see you go and thank you for sharing. An experience I highly recommend. Namaste, Greg Louganis
Rona Klima
I didn’t love this restaurant.Pro: Most spectacular bread and butter (truly exquisite!), service was excellent, and the decor is nice.Con: The food left a lot to be desired. The octopus was a surprisingly small portion and underwhelming in flavor, the NY strip was equally disappointing in flavor, the spaetzle was dry, and the duck fat potatoes were overhyped average crispy potatoes at best. By the time we got to dessert, we just gave up and opted out.In all, if my highest praise is for the bread at a steakhouse, it’s concerning. I wouldn’t recommend.
Poch Blanco
One of my favorite steakhouses in LA! Their presentation of your choice of steak knives is such a treat as they detail the background of each cutlery. Nice twist. I also love that you can take home choice meats in their butcher shop-market. This place is classy and always consistent.
Great ambience , the staff was awesome so attentive but not to the point of being annoying. The food I think I was expecting something outstanding but little things made it taste a bit mid to us. The oysters had crunchy parts in it I had to spit out. The octopus was delicious. The new youk steak was way too chewy. Overall the experience was great but the food left something to be desired.
Generally this was fine and nothing more. Food was OK but overpriced. Other than the ribeye nothing really stood out as special. Their wine list and wine service is funky. They took 20 mins to tell me they didn't have what I wanted and then they pushed an alternative on me that I didn't ask for. The wine was ice cold and clearly kept on a chiller which for good red wine is not proper storage. All in all very average and not somewhere I would go again.
For our last night in LA we chose Gwen as it's owned by Curtis Stone and we are Australian. The food was delicious, amazing and a lovely finish to our holiday. The service by our waitress was spot on. She could answer all our questions regarding the menu and made some good suggestions.
Easily the best charcuterie I have eaten in America If there's better tartare being made in LA I'd very much like to hear about it. A highlight dish Exceptional front of house staff My third visit over the years and the best yet
Very nicely designed place. Friendly, attentive personal. Food was Devine. Open concept kitchen and was able to watch the chefs and the staff working in the kitchen. Overall we enjoyed the experience very much. We had an issue with garden vegetables carpaccio. Apparently there wasn't any meat, but the Chef acknowledged and they said they will fix it in the menu. They were kind enough to not charge us even though it was very tasty.
Great time. Sat at the chef's table as a single diner. I highly recommend this restaurant for single diner's if you can get a spot at the chef's table. Some places wont even accept reservations for 1. I found everything to be amazing. Waiter even coordinated with butcher out front to have salami's cut up for me ready to grab when I was finished with my meal and it was there when I was done! I love Gwen and will return on my next trip out to LA
You know you are going to a great place when you are getting not only a great steak but also a combination of great seafood! To me, a great combination of both with satisfying flavors!
One of the best dining experiences we have ever had in Los Angeles. Everything about GWEN is top notch.... starting with the food, which features a very eclectic, yet straightforward menu. GWEN is mostly for carnivores, though there are some sides and other dishes for non-meat-eaters. The service is also wonderful, with incredibly knowledgeable and charming waitstaff. The family sharing is a nice way to dine and there are moments of "theatre" along the way (choosing your own steak knife from a collection and being told about its origin) that make the evening all the more special. Tables are comfortable and amply spaced in the dining room. I wish they featured one or two more simple desserts (current menu is very eclectic) but for those who know, you can purchase some of the most amazing cookies you've ever had at the counter on the way out. They also sell their house made bread to take home, as well as having a butcher counter for home consumption as well. Highly recommend.
This visit was my second time in 2 weeks. This time we celebrated my sister birthday. Couldn't think of a better place to celebrate this occasion. The New York was cooked perfectly rare. The scallops were amazing and sweet. The charcuterie plate was fantastic and of course the potatoes cooked and duck fat with the vinaigrette dressing fantastic. Couldn't have had a better evening if I tried. Oh, of course the best service in town.
Gwen is our favorite restaurant. We have gone for special occasions have walked in on a spur of the moment. The staff is fabulous. Food is fabulous. Cocktails are fabulous. Gwen is FABULOUS !!!
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We were full of anticipation at this Michelin star restaurant.The service was nice and courteous.The starters were a total failure in terms of taste and appearance.The steaks were good, but it had nothing to do with a restaurant listed in the Michelin Guide.The star is not justified.I have rarely been so disappointed with a restaurant.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
It was f'ing awesome. I mean my taste buds always go on a beautiful adventure with Gwen from their meats to their desserts. No wonder they're a Michelin star restaurant! To the chef in charge. Brilliant! Perfection!
Amazing from start to finish. To start the charcuterie was amazing a must, then the Flat Iron Wagyu, incredible and cooked like I like a perfect rare, and to finish off with the sweet potato flan. A brilliant breaking of a seven day fast. My treat to myself, which I enjoyed immensely. It it really was more than a meal but an experience that I will treasure. Terrific work from John the butcher, to my server Jason and the rest of the friendly staff, and Bot sorry to see you go and thank you for sharing. An experience I highly recommend. Namaste, Greg Louganis
I didn’t love this restaurant.Pro: Most spectacular bread and butter (truly exquisite!), service was excellent, and the decor is nice.Con: The food left a lot to be desired. The octopus was a surprisingly small portion and underwhelming in flavor, the NY strip was equally disappointing in flavor, the spaetzle was dry, and the duck fat potatoes were overhyped average crispy potatoes at best. By the time we got to dessert, we just gave up and opted out.In all, if my highest praise is for the bread at a steakhouse, it’s concerning. I wouldn’t recommend.
One of my favorite steakhouses in LA! Their presentation of your choice of steak knives is such a treat as they detail the background of each cutlery. Nice twist. I also love that you can take home choice meats in their butcher shop-market. This place is classy and always consistent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5