Gudrun Tasting Room

A Renaissance man if there ever was one, Patrick Tubajon named his wildly popular restaurant/wine bar/tasting room/charcuterie after a Norwegian roommate he had while living in France in the 1980s. It seems Gudrun was his muse of sorts … she also gave him a better appreciation for “really good” cheese.After studying ballet in Europe, then spending time in New York for a stint as a choreographer, the Steveston High graduate returned to his ‘hood not really knowing what he was going to do next. Lucky for Steveston, Patrick decided to give the village one of its most unique eateries. Gudrun does not resemble your typical wine bar; it’s one that offers a sleek, artsy décor that can be best described as disarmingly eclectic. Its clean lines marry well with the touches of sophistication and whimsy – the art work, the long wooden communal table, the bar carved out to resemble a canoe and the wall of wine bottles – create an atmosphere of fun. Case in point: Patrick has a piano – won during a bet with some rather inebriated fishermen – and above it you’ll find the image of the Virgin Mary!