The East Coast vibe of New Jersey has officially landed in Highland Park, Los Angeles, with the opening of Ggiata Delicatessen's first full-service restaurant, set for July 17. Known for its Italian sandwich shops, Ggiata has been on a rapid growth trajectory, opening several locations across LA since its initial 2020 debut out of a Koreatown ghost kitchen.
Co-owner Noah Holton-Raphael, alongside partners Max Bahramipour and Jack Biebel, have managed to fund their expansion at a steady rate of about one shop per year, with their latest venture bringing some Jersey-style Italian flair to the neighborhood of Highland Park, as reported by LA Eater. The deli chain has become quite the fixture on the restaurant scene in Los Angeles, popping up in trendy spots and ingratiating itself within the fabric of each new location it touches, striking a chord with communities seemingly ripe for its offerings.
Keen to become a local favorite, the Ggiata team has made a point of reaching out to Highland Park residents, and is offering a 15 percent discount to locals based on an honor system in addition to hiring staff from the neighborhood, "Our intention is to be a really great neighbor," Holton-Raphael told LA Eater. The space, previously a coffee shop cum bike repair location, has been crafted to accommodate both those looking for a casual bite or a drink with friends.
Visitors to the 5025 East York Boulevard location can expect the hallmark menu items that Ggiata's followers have come to love, including chef Celerino Cruz's breakfast sandwiches and Italian American heroes, and there's something sweet on the horizon with new dessert offerings by pastry chef Christy Erickson; the sit-down environment allowing for a more elaborate culinary experience.
Welcoming customers from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends, Ggiata in Highland Park is prepared to offer more than just a sandwich, as detailed by LA Eater — it's set to become an integral part of the local dining tapestry.
