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Herb & Wood, San Diego, CA
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Herb & Wood

$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 83 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
A timeless, sought-after dining escape, celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey opened Herb & Wood to instant acclaim over four years ago. In that time, the restaurant has become an icon, a dining destination that has helped to propel San Diego's culinary reputation to new heights. By focusing on rustic, wood-fired dishes, Chef Malarkey's menu elevates humble ingredients such as carrots, beets, and chicken, incorporating Mediterranean flavors and a California ethos of seasonality and sustainability.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Carlos Anthony

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Plate

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Spectacular wood-fired mains and a strong cocktail game are the twin draws at this sceney Cali-Mediterranean restaurant. Owner and Top Chef finalist Brian Malarkey created a place that’s just as charismatic as his on-air persona, complete with candlelit tables, barrel-vaulted ceilings, and modern art on the walls.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 955-8495
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    From our spaces to your plate, we specialize in crafting California-inspired events. Each ingredient carefully sourced. Every server dressed to the nines. The perfect lighting, temperature, and music levels. Come into our home, where we think of it all so that you don't have to.
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Cross street
    Kettner & Ivy
  • Parking details
    Street Parking and 4 parking lots within 2 blocks of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve Feast at Herb & Wood

    $103.10 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    Gather around our table with your loved ones this Christmas Eve! We're looking forward to hosting you for a traditional Christmas feast, complete with all the trimmings. Price per adult is $92.00 and price per child (12 and under) is $38.
    Christmas Eve Feast at Herb & Wood Photo
  • Herb & Wood NYE Dinner

    $123.27 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year at Herb & Wood and enjoy an indulgent pre-fixe menu crafted by Chef Aidan Owens. From the minute you walk through the door you'll feel the energy pouring out from the kitchen, it's the kind of party where everyone is welcome. Let's toast to 2025 together! Price per person is $110.00. You have reserved the table for 2 hours from the time of your booking. We kindly ask that your experience does not exceed this time in order to seat other reservations on time. Thank you!
    Herb & Wood NYE Dinner Photo
  • Herb & Wood NYE Dinner Final Seating

    $145.68 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year at Herb & Wood and enjoy an indulgent pre-fixe menu crafted by Chef Aidan Owens. From the minute you walk through the door you'll feel the energy pouring out from the kitchen, it's the kind of party where everyone is welcome. This seating also includes a Caviar course and complimentary glass of champagne at midnight! Let's toast to 2025 together! Price per person is $130.00.
    Herb & Wood NYE Dinner Final Seating Photo

What 6,429 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Californian

  • San Diego

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Herb & Wood delights diners with its "outstanding food" and "exceptional service." The charming ambiance and creative dishes, including the standout pork belly and bone marrow, offer a memorable dining experience. While some find it "a bit too loud," the overall quality and attention to detail make it a top choice in San Diego.

6,429 Reviews
  1. JoAnn

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unmatched hospitality! The server was knowledgeable about the food and able to describe them well. We didn’t have great luck with the clams, they were very chewy & overcooked but the broth was delicious. They took it back and a sweet manager, (I’m forgetting names) sent a hamachi that was to die for! Everything else that hit the table was delicious and we were very impressed. The bubbly and celebration desert was super appreciated as well. Honestly made my birthday dinner feel extra special, some places really don’t go the extra mile but they sure know how to impress.

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  2. Reila

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    We had a wonderful waiter and the staff was friendly and helpful. I would say the food wasn’t great, menu items were limited. The food quantity was very little (especially the baba ganoog, it was so tiny). The lamb dish was nothing special, taste wasn’t great. My daughter got the steak and it was chewy and unevenly cooked. The waiter replaced her order with a different steak and that tasted funny but my daughter didn’t want to be rude and return that one also. Not sure if it’s one of my favorites anymore.

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  3. Eduardo

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, atmosphere and service; however, way overpriced.

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  4. Ricardo

    Palm Springs

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic. Steak tartare was the best ever. A bit dark… but overall amazing place

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  5. Andy

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow this place was REALLY good. Highly recommend it. And one of the most knowledgeable waitresses I’ve ever had at a restaurant. Wish I could remember her name but she was fabulous.

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  6. Rick

    Tahoe

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service, very loud must be from the holiday parties.

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  7. Veeral

    Toronto

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Branzino and eggplant were both great The hamachi was heavier/richer than expected, preference would’ve been for a lighter taste

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  8. Danielle

    Mobile

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Herb & wood was brilliant- beautiful ambiance, delectable food, and excellent service. We shared multiple plates which was a lot of fun & allowed us to taste a variety. Everything has a Mediterranean flair & is full of flavor. We shared chorizo honey pizza as a starter, pork secreto, gnocchi, glazed carrots, potatoes, & the steak. Truly enjoyed them all. The pumpkin soufflé was a spectacular ending! Will come back next time I’m in San Diego!

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  9. Alexa

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our experience here. Our food was delicious and server Matty was amazing. We would definitely go back

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  10. Teri

    San Francisco

    27 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a reunion of 7 foodies, and I had suggested Herb and Wood because my previous meal there was delicious and creative. With 7 people we were put on high stools, at a high table, in an area with all large groups. That area was extremely noisy, and we could not even talk about the food. The flavors of the menu items were very good, and not simplistic, but the setting in that "group room" was really disappointing to us all.

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FAQs

Herb & Wood offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 955-8495.

Herb & Wood is rated 4.7 stars by 6429 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 83 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Herb & Wood

2210 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Kettner & Ivy
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking and 4 parking lots within 2 blocks of the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 955-8495
  • Private party facilities
    From our spaces to your plate, we specialize in crafting California-inspired events. Each ingredient carefully sourced. Every server dressed to the nines. The perfect lighting, temperature, and music levels. Come into our home, where we think of it all so that you don't have to.
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