Servers take their first orders during opening night at the Gorbals restaurant by chef Ilan Hall in downtown Los Angeles Aug. 28, 2009. (Stefano Paltera / For The Times)
Server Anne Nichols takes one of the first orders during opening night at the Gorbals restaurant. (Stefano Paltera / For The Times)
“Rarebit with chicken egg” is served at the Gorbals. (Stefano Paltera / For The Times)
Patrons seat at the counter of the Gorbals restaurant while chef Ilan Hall, back, is busy during opening night. (Stefano Paltera / For The Times)
Bacon-wrapped matzoh balls are served at the Gorbals. (Stefano Paltera / For The Times)
