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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
9:30 PM
Booked 66 times today
Experiences are available.
  • 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.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Jonathan Kinsella

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Plate

    2022

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, Tue, 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

Experiences

  • NYE Experience

    $194.86 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Kick off the New Year at Juniper & Ivy! Chef Kinsella & our team have developed an inventive NYE 4-course choice-of menu featuring top ingredients from SoCal's best farmers & fishermen. Plus, toast to 2025 at midnight with champagne and a DJ experience. $150/guest +Tax & Gratuity (Children a la carte). Optional sommelier-crafted pairing (for an additional fee).
    NYE Experience Photo
  • Christmas Eve at Juniper & Ivy

    $153.30 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    Join us and new Executive Chef, Jonathan Kinsella, for Christmas Eve at Juniper and Ivy. Four courses, each designed with hyper-local, quality ingredients, to deliver a unique and experience as you celebrate; $120/person + Tax & Gratuity (Children a la carte). Reserve your spot now, space is limited.
    Christmas Eve at Juniper & Ivy Photo

What 8,040 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Juniper & Ivy shines with its "incredible food" and "phenomenal service." Guests rave about the attentive staff, especially during special occasions. The menu is praised for its creative and eclectic offerings, though some find the prices high. Despite mixed reviews on portion sizes and noise levels, many highlight the "wonderful dining experience."

8,040 Reviews
  1. Justin

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dining experience in Southern California hands down!
    Juniper & IvyResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Justin. We are thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional dining experience with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Juniper and Ivy soon.

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  2. Anne

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was pricy but delicious and unique. Went early and had to wait for our reservation even though it was almost empty. Food came out quickly but our waiter didn’t come over for 40-45 minutes. Wanted more wine and dessert but waited too long so got dessert somewhere else. The rest of the staff was excellent.

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  3. Susan

    VIP

    San Francisco

    81 reviews

    5.0

    81 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was amazing. The food was amazing. The design of the restaurant was amazing. Kudos!
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Susan, thank you for your kind words and positive experience! We truly appreciate your patronage and are delighted to know you enjoyed every aspect of your visit. It brings us great joy to provide exceptional service, cuisine, and ambiance. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  4. Maritza

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My First time eating here and my over all experience was amazing. My first thought was “wow the plates are very small I’m not going to get full” however, as the server was bringing out the food the portion got bigger. The taste of each food was delicious and crafted to perfection. My taste buds and stomach were very happy. Definitely coming back.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you, Maritza, for your positive review! We're thrilled that our culinary team was able to craft delightful dishes that tantalized your taste buds. Your satisfaction is our utmost priority, and we're delighted that you had an amazing dining experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon at Juniper and Ivy.

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  5. Kristi

    VIP

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great restaurant, if very noisy. Our waiter was awesome, food was delicious. Would definitely go back.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the five-star rating. We're glad you enjoyed your visit and hope to have you dine with us again soon.

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  6. Paul

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Not too loud and very nice casual ambience.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for dining with us at Juniper and Ivy, Paul. We appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear you enjoyed the excellent food and casual ambiance. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all our guests, and your kind words motivate us to continue delivering exceptional service.

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  7. Davi

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a phenomenal experience at Juniper and Ivy. I made a reservation for my wife’s birthday and once I got there they had valet service for 15$ which for Downtown SD isn’t bad at all. Upon arriving we waited at a very nice, comfortable lounge area by the bar while our table got ready. Once we were seated the server Andrew gave us greeted us phenomenally, remembered the request I made upon making the reservation and fulfilled it expertly. I had initially checked the restaurant’s menu online to have what I wanted to order planned and my only critique is that there was a good amount of menu items in the website that either weren’t available or had different prices however I still rated them 5 stars because all the issues I had related to the website were smoothly resolved by both the manager and the server which easily removed all potential problems both regarding price and the availability of menu items. The food was just as good as the service and I would highly recommend anyone visiting San Diego or looking for a quality dining experience. The price is on the high side but I refuse to call it expensive because the amount you pay is on par with the experience you receive and I will absolutely be dining there again in the future. In conclusion 10/10 to Juniper and Ivy and a special shoutout to the server Andrew and to Whatever manager was on the floor the night of 20Dec2024.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Davi, we are delighted to learn about your phenomenal experience with us at Juniper and Ivy. Your kind words regarding our service, particularly Andrew's exceptional efforts, are truly appreciated. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience, and it brings us great joy to know that we succeeded in making your wife's birthday celebration a special occasion. Thank you for your patronage, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  8. Victoria

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The appetizers were amazing, and the entrees were okay but nothing special. For the price I would say I recommend giving it a try 100%. I will say that the service was okay, we ended up having 2 servers which were both very kind, but it did take quite long to order. For the price I was expecting better service, and they had run out off quite a few items but we did have a reservation on the later end of the day so I can understand that. What upset me the most was the environment, other workers were constantly side eyeing everyone. And I don’t know how else to say this other then it seemed everyone had a stick up their as*. I know it seems odd but I genuinely don’t think we were doing anything wrong, we weren’t being loud, obnoxious, or rude in any way. One of the waiters(not ours) even muttered something I would consider weird/rude, to us as he walked past our table which I thought was odd and unprofessional, because either say it directly to us or don’t say it at all. Overall the food was good and the price point is not terribly expensive for what your getting, and I would recommend people to give it a try strictly because of that, but I was disappointed with the experience.

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  9. Marianne

    London

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Unfortunately we didn’t feel comfortable at all. It was so loud from music and loud people we couldn’t even talk to each other. The food was very good . But the ambiance was terrifying for us.

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  10. Rodrigo

    Mexico City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food Every single thing asked from the menu, was amazing, i loved the Thai Salad and may girlfriend loved the linguini
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Rodrigo, we are delighted that you and your girlfriend had such an enjoyable dining experience with us. Thank you for your kind words; it brings us great joy to know that our efforts to provide exceptional cuisine and service were successful. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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FAQs

Juniper & Ivy is rated 4.7 stars by 8040 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 66 times today
Experiences are available.
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, Tue, 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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