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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 69 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

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    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–Wed, 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
  • 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

What 8,005 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Juniper & Ivy offers an extraordinary dining experience with "amazing food," "attentive service," and a "cool atmosphere." Guests rave about the "best fish" and unique small plates. The restaurant's ambiance is ideal for special occasions, with personalized touches adding to the charm. Despite some mixed feedback, many express eagerness to return.

8,005 Reviews
  1. Rebeca

    Jackson Hole

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant! Amazing food and great service. Get the biscuits and the fried fish (to share)
    Juniper & IvyResponded today
    Thank you for your kind words, Rebeca. We are delighted to know you enjoyed your dining experience with us at Juniper and Ivy. Our team strives to deliver exceptional food and service, and it brings us great joy to learn that we met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  2. William

    New York City

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall our dining experience was terrific. We started with a beet salad that was as beautiful as it was delicious. One of our best ever dishes. We also had the pork belly that was also good but not even close to the salad. We also had wagyu butter biscuits. They were served in a smoked filled glass. A new dining experience for us. Very cool. When our waitress came back for our entree order, my wife selected the Rock fish special. I then ordered the flat iron steak. My wife told me after dinner she meant to pick the black cod but got confused. It's not a big deal but the Rock fish dish was $70 vs $36. The Rock fish was grilled perfectly. The only issue I have is our waitress should have told us the fish was big enough for two. I felt like she was padding my bill because it was a Tuesday night. I gave her ample opportunity to apologize for not telling us but she didn't seem to care. I mentioned how big a piece of fish it was. How it's big enough for two. Nothing!! I didn't eat my steak dinner at all, so I took it home. Overall it was still a great place to dine. I would go back , but be mindful of what you order. Our bill was $300. I would expect more honesty from the wait staff. Kudos to the chef.

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  3. MiltonAmarante

    Jacksonville

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Drinks at the bar, amazing and the food was outstanding
    Juniper & IvyResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Milton. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience with us at Juniper and Ivy. We strive to provide exceptional service and create memorable dining experiences for all our guests. Your positive feedback motivates us to continue delivering the best possible hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  4. David

    San Diego

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A great place for Date or Special Occasion. Creative Cocktails and Food Experience.
    Juniper & IvyResponded today
    Thank you David for your kind review. We are delighted that you enjoyed our creative cocktails and culinary experience at Juniper and Ivy. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience for all our guests, whether it's for a special occasion or a casual night out. We hope to have the pleasure of serving you again soon.

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  5. Nicholas

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The new octopus was cooked well, the duck was great as always although we were a a bit confused with the broccoli Thai salad that it came with. The service was spectacular. I had special requests that Scott helped me with and everything went perfect.

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  6. Michelle

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Don’t sit outside unless you want to listen to airplanes all night. The food and service made up for it but it was unfortunate. The food was beyond amazing and our group of 6 tried almost everything.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Michelle, thank you for visiting Juniper and Ivy. We apologize for the noise disturbance you experienced during your visit. While our restaurant's location offers lovely views, we understand the proximity to the airport can be disruptive at times. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience, and we're delighted to hear that our food and service made up for the inconvenience. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a more enjoyable evening.

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  7. Darlene

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were on a culinary adventure for the day, and Juniper & Ivy was an amazing experience. We sampled many dishes & none of them disappointed. We loved the vibe of the place and enjoyed watching the dishes get prepped and made. Service was fantastic and appreciated the recommendations. We can’t wait to come back!

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  8. Jamie

    San Francisco

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful space. The food is amazing. Good selections of wine and cocktails
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you, Jamie, for your kind words. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience at Juniper and Ivy. Our team strives to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere complemented by exceptional cuisine and beverages. We hope to welcome you back soon.

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  9. Sandy

    Oxford

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and service were both exceptional. Highly recommended and worth five stars. Only issue was noise since we were seated outside (planes fly very close overhead). Also a bit chilly sitting next to the screen, which doesn’t go down all the way so cold air comes in underneath. Better to sit inside at the high tops if tables aren’t available.

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  10. Suzanne

    Seattle

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Kevin, our server was superb! We loved sitting at the chef’s counter and getting an up-close look at the absolutely incredible preparations! This was one of the most unique taste experiences I have ever had. We had the whole duck and it was divine — really enough for 4 and we were only two.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Suzanne. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us, especially the opportunity to witness our culinary team's craftsmanship up close. We take great pride in curating unique and memorable taste experiences for our guests. Your positive feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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Juniper & Ivy is rated 4.6 stars by 8005 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 69 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.
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, 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, 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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