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Juniper & Ivy, San Diego, CA
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Juniper & Ivy

$31 to $50
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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 60 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

  • 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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Porter Creek Vineyards Wine Dinner

    USD 183.00 per person

    Prepaid

    2 Apr 2025 only
    6:00 pm
    Join Executive Chef Jonathan Kinsella and J&I Sommelier Daniel Cools, for an intimate 4 course dinner and wine pairing, accompanied by Alex Davis from Porter Creek Wines. Event will start at 6:00 pm with passed canape's and wine. We will sit for dinner at 6:45 pm. This experience is available for parties of minimum of 1 guest up to 4 guests maximum, at $150 per person, plus tax and gratuity **All purchases are final sale**
    Porter Creek Vineyards Wine Dinner photo
  • Easter Brunch

    USD 103.70 per person

    21 Mar 2025 - 20 Apr 2025
    Celebrate Easter Sunday with brunch at Juniper and Ivy. Gather your loved ones for a special 4-course holiday prix-fixe menu crafted by Chef Jonathan Kinsella and our exceptional chef team ($85 per person). A selection of items for children 12 and under will be available, along with optional enhancements including caviar, wine pairings & more. We look forward to celebrating with you!
    Easter Brunch photo
  • Mother's Day Brunch

    USD 103.70 per person

    21 Mar 2025 - 11 May 2025
    Honor your leading ladies with a special Juniper brunch! Join us for a 4-course menu curated by Chef Jonathan Kinsella and our chef team. The menu will be a focus on seasonal ingredients from local farms and fisheries. The Mother’s Day menu starts at $85++ per person, with optional enhancements including caviar, wine pairings & more. We look forward to celebrating with you!
    Mother's Day Brunch photo

Private dining

What 8,177 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Juniper & Ivy offers a dynamic dining experience with "amazing service" and "inventive dishes." Guests rave about the "miso black cod" and "pork belly." The atmosphere balances "upscale sophistication and laid-back charm." While some found portion sizes small and service inconsistent, the creative menu and attentive staff make it a "must-visit" in San Diego.
8,178 Reviews
  1. Valerie

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here, and it didn't disappoint. Everything was delicious and my 10 year old enjoyed the blue fin role, steak tar tar and asparagus and mushroom risotto. We all gave it two thumbs up.

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  2. ML

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend-Great experience! Diverse menu with lots of sampling/sharing items, and everything very well prepared! Attire from nice jeans to business dressy works here. Delicious flavors, lots of locally sourced, super variety of cuisine (kafta to crudo!). Server Kevin was helpful, patient and knowledgeable.

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  3. George VIP

    Cleveland28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I enjoyed a great dinner at Juniper & Ivy. We shared some small plates, and the moonrock oysters, kanpachi, and bluefin crudo were standouts.

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  4. Chris

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jordan was a wonderful server and answered all of our questions. I'm not a win drinker but was interested in what would pair with a dish, the sommelier didn't return as he said - maybe its because I ordered a cocktail to get started. We ordered a cappuccino that was on the check but never brought out to us. We weren't too incredibly concerned and let it be. My wife and I don't normally eat somewhere this nice, so I'm happy I wasn't turned away for wearing shorts & hoodie while on a beer trip to San Diego. The highlight for me was the oyster sisig - I almost ordered another dish!
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Chris, thank you for visiting Juniper and Ivy. We are delighted that Jordan provided excellent service and that you enjoyed the oyster sisig. We strive to create a welcoming atmosphere for all guests, and we regret that there were a few lapses in service during your visit. Your feedback allows us to improve, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We hope you'll give us another opportunity to provide you with an exceptional dining experience.

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  5. CristinaRG VIP

    Chicago7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The drinks are tiny! We ordered martinis and they were incredibly small. Feels cheap for such a fancy place. Otherwise the food is delicious and service is great!

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  6. RosemaryH

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food made better by extra touches. Such as celebratory champagne, tasting and palate cleanser at the end of the meal.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 5 days ago
    Rosemary, we are delighted you enjoyed your experience. Thank you for your kind words - it brings us great joy to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  7. Mistie VIP

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my husband for his birthday and the restaurant made it extra special with all the birthday touches. The food was amazing - we had the miso black cod, risotto and crudo! Highly recommend!! Izzy, our waiter was fantastic
    Juniper & IvyResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you, Mistie, for taking the time to visit Juniper and Ivy and share your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you and your husband had an enjoyable experience celebrating his birthday with us. Our team strives to provide exceptional service, and we are thrilled that Izzy made your evening extra special. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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  8. darlyn

    Richmond2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Kinsella and his brigade created dishes that were perhaps some of the finest tastes that I’ve experienced here in America. We sampled many small portions with each one presented with extreme attention to detail. Outstanding! The front of the house was represented by Kurt gracefully. He created a flow for the dishes and perfect recommendations for wine pairings. Scott made sure we were in the perfect location and checked with us throughout the meal. This was a perfect dining experience that as a Chef, I was elated to experience.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 5 days ago
    Darlyn, thank you for sharing your exceptional dining experience with us. We are delighted that Chef Kinsella and our team were able to create a memorable evening for you. Delivering outstanding food, service, and ambiance is our utmost priority, and we are thrilled to have exceeded your expectations. Your kind words are truly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  9. Anitra

    San Diego1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    For context- we had our wedding reception here in June 2016. We love this place. However- our experience tonight was not great. Our server seemed upset that we only wanted to order from the small bites/share plates. She barely acknowledged us as she dropped the check- so you know we tipped her 30%. Food was ok, and this is likely our last time dining here based in the service we received. Honestly I’m bummed we’re not going to come back any time soon.

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  10. Helen

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great drinks at the bar. Seated quickly and had some really great food - blackened miso cod was delicious. Lively atmosphere - very noisy, it suited our evening but I can see some people might struggle with it.
    Juniper & IvyResponded on 21 March 2025
    Thank you Helen for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the drinks, food, and lively ambiance during your visit to Juniper and Ivy. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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FAQs

Juniper & Ivy is rated 4.6 stars by 8177 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 60 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.
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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