Welcome to Gelson's Encino
Gelson's Encino embodies culinary excellence in the heart of Encino, CA. This delightful deli specializes in fresh, high-quality food options, winning over patrons with standout offerings like the renowned lobster salad and exquisite cakes from Viktor Benes. Customers rave about the vibrant atmosphere, impeccable service, and beautifully presented dishes that entice the senses. From light, fluffy cakes to lovingly crafted salads, Gelson's Encino elevates everyday dining. With a commitment to freshness and a welcoming staff, it’s a haven for food lovers seeking both convenience and exceptional flavors. Experience the passion and dedication at Gelson's Encino, where every bite tells a delicious story.
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16450 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91436 Hotline: (818) 906-5780
Welcome to **Gelson's Encino**, a jewel nestled at 16450 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91436. Known for its inviting atmosphere and exceptional culinary offerings, Gelson's Encino is a deli destination that has captured the hearts (and appetites) of many. With a commitment to quality and freshness, this establishment stands out as a refined grocery store and deli, ready to serve your every craving.
As soon as you step inside, you're greeted by a beautiful layout bursting with fresh produce, gourmet prepared foods, and a bakery that looks almost too good to eat. Patrons rave about their experiences with signature dishes and delightful confections.
- Sublime Sweet Treats: Customers can't stop talking about the impressive creations from their bakery, especially Viktor Benes' princess cake. One delighted customer exclaimed, “OMG, not only the most gorgeous looking cake, but absolutely delicious!" This sentiment echoes throughout the reviews, highlighting the meticulous attention given to both aesthetics and flavor.
- Gourmet Salads: The deli's offerings are equally impressive. The lobster salad, described as "the best I've ever had," showcases the quality and freshness that Gelson's Encino prides itself on. It's a refreshing option amidst a sea of mediocrity found elsewhere.
- Custom Cakes: For special occasions, Gelson's renowned cake designers come highly recommended. Customers have shared heartwarming stories of how birthday and engagement cakes exceeded their expectations, proving that Gelson's is the go-to for personalized, delicious desserts.
The staff at Gelson's Encino consistently receive praise for their friendly demeanor and willingness to help customers find what they need. This creates an atmosphere that is both welcoming and conducive to a delightful shopping experience. One satisfied customer noted, "The service is top tier; the atmosphere is amazing." Such testimonials reinforce the deli's commitment to excellence at every turn.
While some might consider Gelson's a bit pricey, the consistent quality and customer satisfaction make it a worthwhile investment. As one customer mentioned, “The pricing was *relatively* reasonable” for the exceptional products they offer.
In a world crowded with grocery options, Gelson's Encino remains an oasis of culinary delight. Whether you’re seeking out a quick lunch, a celebratory cake, or simply browsing for gourmet ingredients, this deli has something to satisfy every palate. So, the next time you're in the Encino area, be sure to stop by and see what all the buzz is about—you won't be disappointed!
For inquiries, you can reach them at (818) 906-5780.
Ordered your, Victor Bene's, princess cake and omg, not only the most gorgeous looking cake, but absolutely delicious! We were almost licking the whipped cream and cake off the plates, including the most delicious marzipan frosting and the marzipan cut outs! Ha, we fought over those! Bravo and thank you!
Gelson's Encino! The best Lobster salad I've ever had! OMG I Love it! the store is nice, beautiful, and clean, the staff are welcoming and friendly I'm going back to try more of there lovely looking salads and food items every thing looks so fresh and well prepared. I Think I'm in love! The service is top tier the atmosphere is amazing and the staff is courteous one of the best experiences I've had in Gelson's . If you shop there I would highly recommend you check out Encino store it's Top Notch by far
These ladies- Natalie, the baker at Viktor Benes absolutely made the BEST and prettiest cake for my daughter's 10th birthday! I showed them a picture and what they made was even prettier and better tasting than we imagined! They did such a great job in a short amount of time and we were so pleased and grateful for their help and hard work!! Thanks again guys for being the best bakers in this area for fine cakes and desserts for sure! :)
I am not a Gelson's shopper. It typically is way too overpriced for me and I just rather go to trader joe's or sprouts. That being said I was looking into getting a cake for an engagement party and from all the options we got pricing from Gelsons and it was *relatively* reasonable. It was mostly convenient location wise and so we went with it! Subtracted one star for pricing. I wanted a simple buttercream cake, minimalistic, with small dainty flowers/olive branch on it and we got just that. We added the olive branch ourselves and bought the flower from them. They were punctual and gave me the exact cake I wanted. For the flavor I got strawberries and cream. As someone who does NOT like cake and really thinks of it as more of a prop I can honestly say it was the best cake I have had. The entire cake finished with no pieces left, something that has never happened before. It was light, fluffy, and delicious. Overall, very much enjoyed the cake and would order again.
Isn't it funny? I came here to leave a lovely review for a Gelson's that's always been considered the top of the line of this small chain. Imagine my surprise seeing all these recent negative reviews. Positively odd. Now, I have a Gelson't two minutes from me in Sherman Oaks - it's okay, but the deli case there isn't great, frankly. Everything else is fine, but they frequently don't have enough cashiers. Studio City is always great. But my optometrist is just down the street from the Encino branch. Hadn't been there in ages, but I've now been there three times in a week and a half and was very impressed by just about everything, which is why all these one-star reviews are baffling to me. Their deli department - everything there looks really fresh and I've had the ribs twice now and they were great. I always check out the Wolfgang Puck salads and they always look super fresh, too. Got some cube steaks that were stellar. Their lobster salad is the best of any Gelson's I've been to, and they have a few items that no other Gelson's I've been to has. I've checked out the bakery and everything there looks great. And they have a six-pack of the onion rolls I absolutely love that Sherman Oaks no longer gets. All in all, I've had nothing but great experiences from there and every person I've come in contact with has been very nice.