Gwen

Step inside Gwen and you’re transported to a bygone era of Hollywood glamour. This Art Deco steakhouse on Sunset Boulevard brings back the kind of opulent dining experience that the neighborhood was once famous for. Crystal chandeliers hang overhead, dramatic white pillars frame the space, and open hearths crackle with fire in the kitchen. Near the entrance, a glass case displays the day’s selection of premium cuts—a reminder that Gwen operates as a butcher shop during daylight hours.

The menu here is unapologetically carnivorous. Vegetarians should probably make other plans, because even the “lighter” options include wagyu tartare and scallops swimming in carrot butterscotch. Start with the charcuterie board, an artfully arranged selection of house-cured meats that changes regularly. But save room, because the complimentary table bread deserves its own moment—impossibly flaky on the outside with a warm, pillowy center that may just be the best free bread in the city. The steaks are exceptional, particularly the dry-aged ribeye that arrives in thick, shareable slices. Don’t overlook the bone-in pork chop either; it often steals the show from its beef counterparts.

Dining at Gwen is an experience designed for celebration and indulgence. The atmosphere makes it easy to forget about your budget for a couple of hours and simply enjoy being somewhere special. Whether you’re here on a corporate card, marking an anniversary, or treating yourself to something memorable, the combination of impeccable service, stunning surroundings, and consistently excellent food makes every dollar feel well spent.

This is the kind of restaurant where you’ll want to linger over every course, perhaps finishing with that impossibly rich bone marrow risotto. Come hungry, come ready to splurge, and come prepared to leave with a new appreciation for what a true steakhouse experience can be.