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Juniper & Ivy, San Diego, CA
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Juniper & Ivy

$31 to $50
Unspecified

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 81 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
Nationally-acclaimed Juniper and Ivy-consistently ranked "Best of the Best" by San Diego Magazine, and recognized as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand establishment-is a foodie paradise on the edge of San Diego's Little Italy. The kitchen delivers a constantly rotating, chef-driven menu that uses hand-selected, seasonal ingredients crafted with precision, passion, and creativity. Founded by Owner Michael Rosen, Juniper's kitchen is backed by a supergroup of culinary minds that produce one of the most refined yet imaginative menus in town, paired with an award-winning wine list from the city's top sommeliers.

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Executive chef: Jonathan Kinsella

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Plate2022

From the OpenTable editors: This Little Italy mainstay is responsible for upping the neighborhood’s culinary cred. The kitchen takes local fish and ingredients from area farms, then turns them into stunning plates with international flavors like pappardelle with sunchoke stroganoff or albacore tuna crudo with citrus vinaigrette.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 269-9036
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Juniper and Ivy does not have a set catering menu in play at the time. If you are interested in catering or large group take out <br /><br />Please contact - events@juniperandivy.com or ktrelenberg@juniperandivy.com or call 619.487.9627 and we will be happy to work with you to accommodate your groups needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Juniper and Ivy has many options for celebrating special occasions big and small, with customizable menus and dedicated staff. Contact ktrelenberg@juniperandivy.com or call 619.487.9627 for a quote.
  • Private party contact
    Kirsten Trelenberg: (619) 487-9627
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Cross street
    Located on Kettner Blvd, between Juniper and Ivy cross streets.
  • Parking details
    We offer valet service Tuesday to Sunday
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 8,138 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Juniper & Ivy offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food and cocktails" in a "beautiful restaurant" setting. Guests rave about the "unique and delicious menu" featuring standout dishes like pork belly and mushroom risotto. The service is "exceptional," with personalized touches for special occasions. A "must-try" in San Diego!

8,138 Reviews
  1. Maria

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! We'll be back to try more on the menu!
    Juniper & IvyResponded today
    Maria, thank you for your visit and kind words. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience at Juniper and Ivy. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another exceptional dining experience.

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  2. Rowena

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was exceptional! Service and ambience was great.
    Juniper & IvyResponded today
    Rowena, Thank you for your kind words and spending your evening with us. We hope to see you back again soon!

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  3. Gary

    VIP

    Coastal Georgia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent service as well as food . The Wagu buckets were to die for.
    Juniper & IvyResponded today
    Thank you, Gary, for your kind words and for dining with us at Juniper and Ivy. We truly appreciate your patronage and are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  4. Lindsay

    San Diego

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It had been years since I've visited and was pleased to find it was just as delicious as ever. Our server, Sierra, took care walking us through the current menu. As is past visits, we received a yum amuse-bouche to start us on our perfect meal. Preparation was superb, and flavors were too die for. Will be back again.
    Juniper & IvyResponded today
    Lindsay, thank you for dining with us at Juniper and Ivy. We are delighted that you enjoyed your recent visit and appreciated the attentive service provided by our team member Sierra. Your kind words about the delicious flavors and exceptional preparation of our dishes mean a great deal to us. We strive to deliver an outstanding culinary experience with each visit, and it brings us great joy to know that we achieved that during your time with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  5. annabel

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent! We tried the bone marrow, sour dough bread, burrata and Beets, tostada and lamb. The lamb was very tender, but I would probably try something less gamey tasting next time. Not the restaurants fault. For desert got the bundt cake which was wonderful too. Key is to try many different plates to enjoy the experience. Will definitely come back!
    Juniper & IvyResponded today
    Annabel, thank you for visiting Juniper and Ivy and sharing your kind remarks. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed sampling different dishes from our menu and appreciate the feedback. We constantly strive to provide an outstanding dining experience, and your thoughts will help guide us further. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  6. Clark

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner at Juniper and Ivy. Started with our hostess, don’t know her name-blond hair-very personable and friendly. Tried about 8-9 different things, all very good. Particularly enjoyed the bluefin crudo, oyster sisig, pork belly, squash blossom and uni crab puff. Very well executed mushroom risotto with black truffle, just wish it had been a little better seasoned. Good cocktails and a wonderful German Chardonnay. Very professional and attentive service, all around. Can’t wait to go back
    Juniper & IvyResponded today
    Clark, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Juniper & Ivy. It's great to know that our menu offered a variety of options that hit the mark for you. We appreciate your honest feedback and will certainly take it into consideration as we continually strive to improve our menu offerings. Glad you loved our cocktail selections and wine as much as we do! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Adam

    New York City

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and ambience. The food itself was all excellent, and represented good value I’d say. The wine by the glass selection was small, but offered a sufficient spread of different styles. Great cocktails, both signature and classics.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 3 days ago
    Adam, thank you for your visit and kind words. We're delighted that you enjoyed the cuisine, ambiance, and beverages at Juniper and Ivy. Your satisfaction is our utmost priority, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon.

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  8. Jeff

    Seattle

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Experience was subpar for a San Diego dining establishment. Arrived 10 minutes early for our reservation, but was told we would need to wait the 10 minutes for our table even though the restaurant was less than 1/3 full (reservation was for 6:30 pm). PRETENSION!! Once seated waited 25 minutes for our cocktails. Dinner service from then on was spotty at best, given how little we ordered. Been coming to J&I whenever we visit San Diego over the last 6 years and have to say we are less impressed each time.

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  9. Jessica

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 incredible food and service. The chef was exceptional. We loved the pork belly and miso cod.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 5 days ago
    Jessica, thank you for your patronage. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Juniper and Ivy. Your kind words about our exceptional cuisine and service are greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  10. Melissa

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First-rate experience! From the moment we stepped inside until the moment we stepped outside, we were welcomed and greeted by every person with sincerity and kindness. Initially, we had booked a table on the floor but a last minute change allowed us to up our reservation by 1.5 hours. The change moved us from the floor to the counter where the genius was happening. We were so thankful for the change and being able to see all that happens in the kitchen. Smiles, laughter, and intentional placement on dishes was heartwarming. The taste of our food was just as amazing. We started with the wagyu biscuits and rockfish tostados. We split the lamb entree with pickled cucumbers and onions paired with naan and a perfect dipping sauce. We were only able to eat one of the skewers of lamb. Everything was delightful and hit our palates perfectly. Did I mention the great Buffalo Trace old fashion?! Wonderful experience! Our favorite spot, so far, in San Diego. Keep rockin’ it out, Team Juniper & Ivy!
    Juniper & IvyResponded 5 days ago
    Melissa, we are overjoyed to hear that your experience at Juniper & Ivy was truly remarkable. Your kind words about our team's warm hospitality and commitment to providing an exceptional dining experience fill us with gratitude. We strive to create memorable moments for our guests, and your praise affirms our efforts. Thank you for choosing to dine with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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Juniper & Ivy is rated 4.7 stars by 8138 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 81 times today
Google Map for Juniper & Ivy

2228 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Located on Kettner Blvd, between Juniper and Ivy cross streets.
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer valet service Tuesday to Sunday
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 269-9036
  • Catering
    Juniper and Ivy does not have a set catering menu in play at the time. If you are interested in catering or large group take out <br /><br />Please contact - events@juniperandivy.com or ktrelenberg@juniperandivy.com or call 619.487.9627 and we will be happy to work with you to accommodate your groups needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Juniper and Ivy has many options for celebrating special occasions big and small, with customizable menus and dedicated staff. Contact ktrelenberg@juniperandivy.com or call 619.487.9627 for a quote.
  • Private party contact
    Kirsten Trelenberg: (619) 487-9627
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