I love the Encino Gelson's! It's convenient, the grocers and cashiers are kind and pleasant. The produce is always fresh. Top quality all the way around! read more

My husband and I are brand new to the area and we've been doing some "boots on the ground" research to find our new go-to grocery store. After ruling out Erewhon (half kidding, we did go for lunch but we're not millionaires), we hit up Gelson's on Ventura. I had heard great things about Gelson's before in the past so I was really excited to check it out and was unfortunately disappointed. The prepared foods (my favorite grocery department) was underwhelming; despite being there long before close (around 6pm) the prepared foods looked like they had been sitting out for a LONG time. The poke bar is a really cool feature in theory, but at $21/lb only the raw fish is a good deal, otherwise you're just overpaying for rice and the accoutrements (eg pickles - which btw were inexplicably nasty; my husband and I are the least picky eaters ever and we recoiled at the taste). The fish itself tasted fresh and was marinated well. The soups are priced by the pound which we love so you're not locked into a large container, and we really enjoyed the three we tried, most of all the clam chowder. I would definitely go back for the soups. Dry goods, produce, etc were all pretty average in both price and quality. Many identical items can be found cheaper elsewhere (eg the same Cleveland Kitchen pickles were $1-2 cheaper at Smart & Final). Afraid to say we haven't yet found our happy medium grocery shop. read more

Reasonable prices and high-quality products here at Gelson's. Leni provided friendly, efficient checkout service and deserves special recognition. Relaxing ambiance. Thank you. God bless. read more

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This review is just for the Poké bar. I like it. It's good and fresh. The labeling is really bad. It's very hard to know what type of poke you're getting and I've been a few times and never actually seen the salmon that it claims to have. However, the food is fresh and the sauces are good. I really do enjoy being able to make my own Poké bowl-- even if I am paying $21 a pound for rice. read more

This location has plenty of parking and is rather small, compared to other Gelsons I've been to. The cashier was nice and friendly, while checking out my order of loquats. If I need specialty foods, I always to my nearest Gelsons or while in the area. read more

Gelson's Encino - Signage - Grocery Near Me - Encino, California

First time to this particular location and it was a positive experience, even moreso in July when the self service Lottery machine activates ! Staff were very friendly and helpful, prices still reasonable for an upscale supermarket- I'll be back soon ! read more

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I love Gelsons and appreciate everyone who works there. Though there is a Whole Foods grocery store one block away from me I always drive to Gelsons Encino. I'm not sure what's going on at Gelsons behind the deli counter . When Mike and Eugenie are there everything is perfect. They are both so professional, welcoming and kind. But today there was a woman I never saw before. This is only the second time I've had an awful encounter with someone at the deli counter but it was horrible enough that I have finally decided never to get anything at the deli counter again . I asked the server to slice four pieces of meat and to trim off the fat. She weighed it before trimming it. When she asked whether I wanted gravy or mushrooms, I politely asked again if she could please cut off the fat. She became visibly angry and aggressively started ripping the fat off with her gloved hands instead of using a knife. Her behavior made me so uncomfortable that I walked away without buying anything. I was horrified to say the least. read more

I don't know what's worse the prices or the service but it's a mess. Slow. Expensive. Limited selection. Badly organized and managed. Avoid!

Probably my favorite Gelson's Market in the Valley, especially the bakery! The bakery offers beautifully decorated, made to order cakes and they consistently exceed expectations in both presentation and taste. The alligator pastry with pecans and caramel is sinfully delicious. The floral section always has fresh flowers and the staff is very helpful. Easy parking and off the 101 at Hayvenhurst, this location is compact but thoughtfully organized and well stocked with all the essentials, making it easy to shop without feeling overwhelmed. Their selection of fresh produce, prepared foods, and specialty items is impressive for the size and layout. Despite a sometimes demanding clientele, the staff remains patient, attentive and genuinely helpful, providing a level of service that keeps me coming back. It's a great neighborhood market that always delivers a pleasant shopping experience. read more

The prices in store are outrageous. They have the same products as other stores, but for the double the prices. On the day I visited, employees were not friendly at all. No greeting or acknowledging the customer. I have been to other Gelson's locations and I was amazed by their customer service. I would give five stars to the deli selection. They had a variety of packages meat, salads and sandwiches to purchase. I also give five stars to the bakery selection. They had a variety of bread, pastries, cookies to purchase. This location has a private parking lot which is a plus since it's located on a busy side of the city. They have a seating area outside for people to sit and enjoy their sandwiches/food. read more

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This Gelson is very clean. They have a tiramisu cake topped with fresh seasonal fruit. We had it for my friend's birthday celebration and it was delicious. All of their items are fresh and high-quality. When I couldn't find water chestnuts anywhere prior to Thanksgiving, Gelson's came through for me. read more

Good, reliable store. This place has a wide selection of quality products. The service here is great! All of the employees are so nice and helpful. The only down side to this place is it's a little pricey. Especially the meat. It was 18 dollars for one pound! Overall, good store and I'll shop here again if I'm ever in LA. read more

Gelson's Encino - Inside - Grocery Near Me - Encino, California

What was once a very good neighborhood market is now trash. The rude and disrespectful staffing, the incompetent store managers, the deli food quality, and the pricing are all horrible. I cannot wait for Whole Foods to open across the street and to watch this place go under. read more

I genuinely question how this store is still open. I came in to buy daikon that's it. Anyone who's ever bought one knows it's long, awkward, and barely fits on those tiny self-checkout scales. I grabbed two daikons, put them in a produce bag, weighed them, and the scale read 1.60 pounds. I paid almost $6, which is already absurd for produce that isn't even especially fresh. While I'm checking out, the self-checkout attendant rushes over and starts mumbling something along the lines of "Look... look what you did," without clearly explaining the issue. She could barely communicate what was supposedly wrong, yet the tone was accusatory, as if I were trying to steal over a fraction of a pound of daikon. What makes this even more ridiculous is this: If I were actually trying to steal produce, why would I put the daikon in a produce bag AND then pay an extra $0.10 for a paper grocery bag? If I were being dishonest or "cheap," why would I voluntarily make myself pay more? The interaction was humiliating and completely unnecessary. Instead of clearly and politely explaining how to place an awkward item on the scale, the employee chose to publicly shame a customer over something trivial without even being able to communicate the issue properly. If you're going to charge premium, upscale prices especially on Ventura Blvd in Encino, where you're clearly trying to project a "bougie" image then the customer experience needs to match that. That includes staff who can communicate clearly, act professionally, and handle minor checkout issues without embarrassing customers. High prices, mediocre produce, and poor customer service don't mix. If this store wants to position itself as upscale, it needs to start acting like it. read more

Gelson's Encino - The daikon I "stole" - Grocery Near Me - Encino, California

Many memories shopping with mom in 1960s and thru 2000 very nice market clean and many nice things to buy very easy parking close to our home in Encino. Many years I I should always remember being here with my mom.in highschool and college 1970s and 1980s read more

I've watched this store sink because of management. They are not business people. Exp: their shopping carts are being stolen. Gelsons solution? Inconvenience customers by cutting the number of carts. Imbeciles. read more

*Always* get a receipt.... Don't get me wrong, I generally enjoy shopping here, even though it's over three miles away, rather than going a few blocks to the local Ralph's. But, on three occasions so far in the past few years, when I've selected some cash back from the card swiper, the cashier either just ignored it or forgot about it, but I didn't get my cash. If I complained about it soon enough they would just acknowledge the error and give me my cash. Otherwise, if maybe I didn't realize it until I was back to my car, they would have to shut down that register and count the till. That's why when they ask me if I want a receipt I *always* say yes. read more

I was doing some shopping after taking my elderly grandmother to the heart specialist the next street over. We were racially profiled by the manger (a short and small man with grey hair wearing a beige button up that says Gelson's on the sleeve) he was following us around and making us uncomfortable so we left. He upset my grandmother who is still in recovery from having her heart pacer changed. Shame on him! read more

I only came for the Parisian Chocolate cake, expensive cake but it's yummy. You can also get an individual slice.

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! :) read more

Gelson's Encino - Bday cake - Grocery Near Me - Encino, California

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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. read more

I want to give the biggest shout out to Valeria in the floral department. I was in a total bind and she absolutely came thru. I went to Gelsons looking for a corsage and boutonniere in a panic after a member of our party had an issue with the place they ordered from. Valeria made us a beautiful boutonnière in record time, and already had a corsage made because clearly she's prepared like that and, given the prom season, anticipated the needs Gelson's customers. I could not be more grateful or impressed by her professionalism, empathy, and kindness. Customer for life! If you go there, ask for Valeria! You won't be disappointed! read more

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. read more

Gelson's Encino - Grocery Near Me - Encino, California

I ordered Instacart from this location and the bagels that arrived had some sort of disgusting moldy growth on them. I filed a complaint with Instacart but also called the manager and he was barely apologetic. Basically said you have to call Instacart to get a credit and he'll check the rest of the bagels but has never heard of this happening before. I insisted on sending a photo. I shop here all the time and for the insane prices they should be significantly more concerned about selling molded rotten food. read more

Gelson's Encino - Mini bagels (western bagel brand) - Grocery Near Me - Encino, California

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This is the worst grocery store I've ever been to. I have never been treated so poorly by staff while checking out at any store. They made feel targeted more than once at self check out, I was treated like a THEIF! I will never come back here and I think everyone should boycott this location until their check out staff can be retrained on customer service. Nothing but terrible experiences at this location. 0/5 stars read more

Came here on the way home and noticed parking can be real tight, but luckily there were several spaces available. It was very clean store and there were enough cashiers to keep the lines moving. We had just come back from a visit to Hawaii and I was craving poke again. I was fortunate that they had a poke bar available here and was briefly brought back to paradise upon every mouthwatering bite. All ingredients were fresh and I was content to enjoy this meal outside of the store on such a nice, sunny day. I have always been happy to come here to try out the fresh food and just take all the market vibes in. Everyone here was courteous and I believe that this has been consistent throughout all the visits I had! read more

Gelson's Encino - Poke Bar! - Grocery Near Me - Encino, California

I don't like being negative, about anywhere I go, but after what just happened and was experienced, I refuse to stay silent. From the minute I approached the location where all the Wolfgang Puck food is made to checking out, I've never felt more out of place than ever. Being told in the number line, with ATTITUDE "this isn't where you order" wasn't necessary, we could've been told it's on the other side and provided guidance. When it came to checking out, it wasn't necessary to be stared at and have the feeling like I'm either doing something wrong or just being stared at like I do not belong. Then when we received our sandwiches and came home, the brown lettuce in the sandwich isn't needed to eat what should be a tasty sandwich. I only enjoyed the bowl of chili we took and that was that. Location doesn't matter, customers should be treated with respect. Just because this isn't my usual Gelson's to go to, but everyone should be treated as an equal. Just food for thought. read more

Gelson's Encino - Lettuce in warm chicken aioli sandwich - Grocery Near Me - Encino, California

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Need quality control badly. Fresh squeezed orange juice has been good and then all of a sudden it's bitter and weird. Same with soups. Some days they are good, sometimes not. Went recently to chili that had no turkey and all beans. It's turkey chili... What's good always is the service of the sweet checkers. read more

the bakery lady inside this Gelson's was SO NASTY AND RUDE today that I don't ever want to come in to Gelson's ever again. I went in Tuesday 2-17-26 at around 2pm and I waited at the cash-register behind a customer while that customer finished their transaction. I was standing directly behind the customer, and waited patiently for about 3 minutes for him and the bakery lady to finish their chit-chat. After that customer began to walk off, the bakery lady looked to the side where another gentleman was standing around for about a minute, and bakery lady asked "Can I help you?" to that man. The man very politely said "Oh, this person here was before me", pointing to me. I thanked that polite man, and looked at the bakery lady who just looked at me without saying anything. I asked the bakery lady if I can try a sample of the Lazzalo coffee they had written on their whiteboard. The bakery lady rolled her eyes and then grabbed a sample of that coffee for me. That really made me lose my appetite. I was going to sample to see if I liked it and then possibly order a tall cup of it. I have done that before at this location. If this bakery lady would have said "We're not supposed to give samples", that would have been much better than her rolling her eyes at me after she had just failed to acknowledge that I had arrived before the other person and had actually been waiting for a while. I was actually at this exact location and at this exact bakery, and ordered a bunch of pastries from this exact lady YESTERDAY, on George Washington President's Day. And I even had a brief chat with this lady, who like myself is an Iranian. She told me she has worked at that bakery for 34 years, which thinking on it now is very disappointing considering how terrible her customer service abilities are. She is a short lady with short hair and glasses, and about 55-60 years old. The vibes and common courtesy of place really matter a lot. Noticing people waiting matters. Acknowledging one's errors matters, and saying things like "sorry, excuse me, forgive me", these things matter a lot. Kindness and hospitality in the service industry matter a lot. I have been coming to Gelson's even though I live across the street from Ralph's, and very close to the Trader Joe's on White Oak, and there's a few other mom/pop grocery stores within walking distances from me, but I have been coming to Gelson's, which is not near me, because there were some things I liked, but if the vibes stink, and the attitudes suck, and the customer service is NASTY, then that's it. read more

The first and second times, I thought that the cashiers had accidentally rang up items as much more expensive than they were or added items I didn't buy. Today's Gelsen's shopping included two items that were increased in coast by 125% than the listed cost by on the shelf. Why isn't this problem avoided?: read more

I purchased a sandwich and salad from this Gelson's. There was no date on the "sell by" portion. Both items had MOLD on them and were clearly expired. I was also approached by multiple employees and asked to leave because I had my service dog with me. They even went as far as to ask me what my disability was. Absolutely disgusting. read more

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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 read more

Gelson's Encino - Lobster salad - Grocery Near Me - Encino, California

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Pretty annoyed right now! I love gelsons and this was the first time trying their sandwich's. There was the option between turkey, pesto or chicken aioli which I chose the chicken aioli since I HATE pesto. Anyway long story short the sandwich I got was labelled wrong and was indeed pesto and I don't have time to run back there and grab something else as I have a short work break. So I had to salvage what I could of the sandwich. Then the bread starting falling apart honestly for a $11 sandwich I expect something a little bit better especially for wolf gang puck. Super disappointed. The only for 3 stars is because the service at this location is impeccable!!!!! read more

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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! read more

This Gelson's location needs to be thoroughly investigated as it has a history of racially profiling people (look at other reviews) and here I am with my own report. Yesterday I was WRONGLY accused of stealing and when I proved that I had not stolen, the idiot liar merely shrugged his shoulders and walked off with a smirk on his face, no apology. The manager was no better as she sounded as if she were laughing at me and not once did she offer to speak with the person who was in the wrong. This place may have some nice food items but it is grossly overpriced and the workers are unfriendly and unkind. I have put in a report to headquarters and let's see if they continue to ignore this blatant racist behavior. As a person of color, this place has workers that show disrespect just based on the color of skin alone; I know as I have been harassed more than once. SHAME, SHAME, SHAME, after going here for over 15 years, it is time people know the truth. How dare you think that this sort of behavior, this sort of attack is okay? read more

Very rude service. Always!!! Today, the guy who was packing the groceries yelled at my three-year-old son. We don't yell at our kid, so why the heck is some random guy doing it? My son just pulled out the bag stand. That's no reason to yell at him and point a finger read more

Very rude service from Jessica W. who was working there and was probably having a horrible day, but you don't take it out on your customers. Please provide better training for your staff, that ruined my shopping experience. read more

Clean, well stocked nice selections with standard and unique items Good seafood and poultry. Good parking Unfriendly checkers and baggers, filthy restrooms. read more

Rude AF in this store. Between the old lady at the bakery and the old wanna be Amy Whinehouse cashier, who could tell who was worse? Literally first time being there and not impressed. I would rather pay more at Erewon and at least the people are nice. read more

They go way beyond to accommodate your needs, cut their packages of meat if you ask them to, they have the best chicken and meat. Better than whole food. (Unlike whole food they don't charge you extra if they cut up the check for you or make faces) Grocery if you ask for something and they don't have it, they will research it & will call you to see if they can get it or not, effort It's clean, & courteous. read more