Wormwood

Name: Wormwood
Address: 4677 30th St, San Diego, CA, United States, 92116-3245
Telephone: (619) 915-6706
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

805 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

Wormwood invites you to explore a bygone era when poets, writers, and painters found inspiration in the Green Fairy. Discover fine Absinthes as we share stories of its golden age and guide your palate on a unique journey.

Our restaurant blends French elegance with bohemian charm, creating a cozy haven for food lovers. Each dish, from wagyu tartare to fresh oysters, celebrates local flavors and craftsmanship. Experience curated tastes of our coastal region with passion and finesse.

We offer French wines and unique cocktails with a twist on classics. Every meal and drink promises adventure and cherished memories. Discover the fusion of past and present where dining is an unparalleled experience.

Enjoy our three dining areas: a cozy indoor space with an open kitchen, an enchanting patio for serene outdoor dining, and the Secret Garden, a speakeasy bar with a unique cocktail menu and Green Hour. We also host private events, from dinners to weddings, ensuring every occasion is memorable.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Mediterranean, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 915-6706
Website
http://www.wormwoodsd.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Aldo Negrete
Private party facilities
Create the elegant and whimsical social or corporate event of your dreams here in San Diego. Let our team elevate your guest’s experience with a Chef’s Table Dinner, Absinthe Tasting, and Live Music & Entertainment.
Private party contact
Amar Harrag: (619) 573-0289

Location
4677 30th St, San Diego, CA 92116-3245
Area
North Park
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Years Eve Celebration Dinner $125
USD 125.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with an Exquisite 6-Course Tasting Menu Ring in the New Year with a night of culinary artistry: ✨ Scallop & Caviar: Featuring Osetra caviar, Fresno, guanciale, and pecorino foam. ✨ Refined Taco: Marinated squash, winter pearls, peach pearls, sesame purée, and morita oil. ✨ Winter Salad: Freckle lettuce, radicchio, grapefruit, mimolette, and white balsamic vinaigrette. ✨ Lobster Risotto: Creamy and rich with white asparagus. ✨ Duck Breast: Paired with the brightness of celery and rhubarb. ✨ Tarte Tatin: A sweet finale with olive oil vanilla ice cream. Limited seating—reserve your table and toast to an unforgettable evening!
Wormwood's Celebration Tasting Menu $120pp
USD 120.00 per person
Multiple dates available
$120 per person. Marking a special occasion? Indulge in the spirit of La Bohème with our exquisite seven-course “Best of Wormwood” tasting menu featuring our signature caviar, oysters and a champagne toast. Perfect for commemorating life's special moments!
The Gourmet Hour
USD 60.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Indulge in our exclusive early evening dining experience. The Gourmet Hour. Savor a carefully curated three-course menu that showcases some of our favorite dishes at a special price of $60 per person.

Offers

Live Music
Multiple dates available
Sun - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Featuring rotating artists playing live music in the enchanted patio from 6-8pm on Sunday evenings. (Weather permitting)

Gourmet HourUSD 60.00
Indulge in our exclusive early evening dining experience. The Gourmet Hour. Savor a carefully curated three-course menu that showcases some of our favorite dishes at a special price.
Carpe DiemUSD 90.00
Savor Chef's Curated Six Course Dinner. A Giving Moment, Featuring Seasonal and Local Ingredients Experience Chef's Passion and the True French 'Art De Vivre'
Celebration in StyleUSD 120.00
Indulge in the Spirit if La Bohème with our Exquisite Seven-Course 'Best of Wormwood' Tasting Menu. Perfect for Commemorating Life's Special Moments. Menu Highlights include a Glass of Champagne, Fresh Oysters, Luxurious caviar & Coquilles St jacques.

Canapés

MadeleineUSD 8.00
Buckwheat, Whipped Fromage, Smoked Char Roe
DelicacyUSD 8.00
Oyster Butter, Sago Pearls, Golden Kiwi, Trout Roe, Champagne Foam
Coquille Saint JacquesUSD 12.00
Guanciale, Pecorino, Fresno
Huître x4USD 17.00
Pamplemousse, Mezcal Mignonette, Cara Cara, Amaranth

Les Salades

Burrata CrémeuseUSD 23.00
Winter Greens, Farmers Market Tomatoes, Persimmons, White Balsamic
Salade LyonnaiseUSD 21.00
Smoked Sablefish, Caesar Beurre Monté, Poached Egg, Frisée, Pickled Onions, Parmesan
BettravesUSD 19.00
Rye Tart, Herbed Fromage, Pistachio, Citrus, Zaatar

Pour L'Amour de Partager

PainUSD 12.00
Parker House Loaf, Seaweed Butter
Tarte aux OignonsUSD 22.00
Caramelized Onions, Puff Pastry, Petit Basque, French Onion Demi-Glace
Poisson CruUSD 26.00
Shinko Pear, Avocado, Celery, Morita Pearls, Kombu Tomato Dashi
Wagyu TartareUSD 31.00
Roasted Bone Marrow, Mustard, Pickled Serrano, Bordelaise, Sourdough

Pièce de Resistance

Fromage et Maïs AgnolottiUSD 32.00
Wild Local Mushrooms, Mascarpone, Roasted Poblano, Pastis-Pecorino Foam
Poulet à la MoutardeUSD 36.00
Mustard Greens, Mustard Seeds, Poulet Demi-Glace, Apricot
PoissonUSD 38.00
Mussels, Farm Fennel & Carrot, Meyer Lemon Beurre Blanc
Steak du BoucherUSD 48.00
Porcini & Espelette Crusted Wagyu, Mushroom Bordelaise, Pomme Paillasson, Raclette Fondue

Le Fromage

Cheese PlatterUSD 8.00
Selection of 1, 2 or 3 Cheeses Served with Condiments

Les Desserts

Citron et CrèmeUSD 14.00
Local Citrus, Alpine Spruce, Crème Fraîche, Absinthe, Meringue
Tarte au ChocolatUSD 15.00
Banana, Salted Caramel, Malt Crème Anglaise
Crème BruléeUSD 15.00
Abstinthe, Regier Family Local Peaches, Caramel, Taj Farm Crema

Absinthe

"Absinthe is the only decent drink that suits an artist." Paul Gauguin

Absinthes de France

Absinthe Ordanaire 92USD 13.00
Absinthe 1804USD 32.00
Combier BlanchetteUSD 18.00
Eliz GorgoneUSD 31.00
Grande AbsenteUSD 20.00
Jade C.F. Berger 1898USD 28.00
Jade Esprit EdouardUSD 35.00
La Fee ParisienneUSD 18.00
La Fee BlancheUSD 18.00
La Muse VerteUSD 18.00
LucidUSD 18.00
Pernod 136USD 19.00
Paul Devoille Absinthe du CentenaireUSD 25.00
Vieux Pontarlier 3-YearUSD 32.00
Vieux PontarlierUSD 15.00

Absinthes d'Europe

Butterfly Classic (Switzerland)USD 22.00
Duplais Blanche (Switzerland)USD 20.00
Duplais Verte 136 (Switzerland)USD 19.00
Gruene Fee 130 (Austria)USD 13.00
Kubler (Switzerland)USD 18.00
La Clandestine (Switzerland)USD 20.00

Absinthes des USA

Barber Lee (California)USD 22.00
Dead of NightUSD 16.00
Doc Herson's Green (New York)USD 21.00
Doc Herson's White Poppy (New York)USD 20.00
Emperor Norton 136 (California)USD 20.00
Leopolds Bros Verte (Colorado)USD 18.00
ReBru Absinthe Superieure (California)USD 16.00
Two James Nain Rouge Verte (Michigan)USD 14.00
Vieux Carre (Pennsylvania)USD 16.00
St Georges CaliforniaUSD 15.00

Pastis

H BardouinUSD 13.00
HerbsainteUSD 15.00
La Muse VerteUSD 13.00
Pernod 136USD 16.00
Prado MarseilleUSD 13.00
RicardUSD 15.00

What 805 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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San Diego
French
San Diego
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wormwood offers an enchanting dining experience reminiscent of a "Paris Bistro" with a "California sensibility." Guests rave about its "exceptional food," "creative chef," and "fabulous service." The ambiance combines modern and rustic elements, featuring a delightful garden patio. Perfect for special occasions, Wormwood is truly a "must-visit" culinary gem.

805 Reviews

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Tara
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came for dinner with the family and everything was fantastic. The drinks the service and the food. So glad to have grabbed this reservation and have a great night!
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carolyn
VIP
San Diego
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love the service and food. I wish I knew the waiter’s name he’s such a kind person. Loved the scallops, steak, and cod.
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Brooke
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A perfect experience. From the ambiance on the back patio, the great service from Joe, Eduardo, the sommelier and the busser to the amazing food! Everything was amazing. Truly a treat to dine here. Thank you to the whole staff
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Randall
Vancouver
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Go here for the ambiance and service. Indoor and outdoor the spaces are really special, and while our main server knocked it out of the park with unobtrusive attentiveness, the entire FOH team was also a part of the experience ensuring the meal service was perfect. Also made just enough fuss about the birthday in our group. The minor letdown is the menu. While it’s a tiny kitchen, it could use a couple more dishes to choose from. It’s a small-portions place. I had the NY steak and it was tasty, but the sides and sauce didn’t differentiate enough in flavor. It all just was on the salty umami side and would have benefited from something green on the plate. The scallop starter was the star.
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Jess
Seattle
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Onion tart, black cod, desserts, oysters to die for! Cute bustling french bistro and great great service. Love the non-alcoholic choices of drinks. Backyard super cute.
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Cecilia
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food! Charming ambience! Excellent service! Highly recommend…especially the carpe diem tasting menu.
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Tandy
VIP
Orange County
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We dined at this charming French restaurant and had a pleasant experience overall. The food was good, though not quite a 10/10. We loved the persimmons salad and the steak as meal—both were highlights of the meal. The fish, however, wasn’t our favorite as it leaned a bit too fishy for our taste. Service was attentive and friendly, and the outdoor seating was cute and inviting. A lovely spot for a relaxed evening!
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Viviana
San Antonio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best experiences i’ve had. The food was perfectly paced and so delicious. Hats off to the chef(s)!!!
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Michael
VIP
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a phenomenal place… The service is unbelievable. We were so taken care of especially by Lucas! He made us feel so special! Thank you!
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Hamilton
VIP
San Diego
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a great little neighborhood gem. French food but with a California twist. Not overly heavy with sauces or hard to approach, just excellent food in a great little spot in North Park East. The service was also excellent, with a number of attentive and friendly staff. We loved the onion tart, homemade past, and steak dishes, but honestly all of the menu items were outstanding. If I had to skip one I would say the chicken, which had kind of a greasy and hard to eat pork casing it (although the mustard salad and sauce were awesome). Great overall dining experience and kudos to these guys for creating a unique but approachable menu in the French style.
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Wormwood is rated 4.8 stars by 805 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

25 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

4677 30th St, San Diego, CA 92116-3245

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
North Park
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Mediterranean, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Aldo Negrete
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.wormwoodsd.com/
Phone number
(619) 915-6706
Private party facilities
Create the elegant and whimsical social or corporate event of your dreams here in San Diego. Let our team elevate your guest’s experience with a Chef’s Table Dinner, Absinthe Tasting, and Live Music & Entertainment.
Private party contact
Amar Harrag: (619) 573-0289

Wormwood

Make a booking

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

New Years Eve Celebration Dinner $125

Wormwood's Celebration Tasting Menu $120pp

The Gourmet Hour

Live Music

Tasting Menus

Gourmet HourUSD 60.00

Carpe DiemUSD 90.00

Celebration in StyleUSD 120.00

Canapés

MadeleineUSD 8.00

DelicacyUSD 8.00

Coquille Saint JacquesUSD 12.00

Huître x4USD 17.00

Les Salades

Burrata CrémeuseUSD 23.00

Salade LyonnaiseUSD 21.00

BettravesUSD 19.00

Pour L'Amour de Partager

PainUSD 12.00

Tarte aux OignonsUSD 22.00

Poisson CruUSD 26.00

Wagyu TartareUSD 31.00

Pièce de Resistance

Fromage et Maïs AgnolottiUSD 32.00

Poulet à la MoutardeUSD 36.00

PoissonUSD 38.00

Steak du BoucherUSD 48.00

Le Fromage

Cheese PlatterUSD 8.00

Les Desserts

Citron et CrèmeUSD 14.00

Tarte au ChocolatUSD 15.00

Crème BruléeUSD 15.00

Absinthe

Absinthes de France

Absinthe Ordanaire 92USD 13.00

Absinthe 1804USD 32.00

Combier BlanchetteUSD 18.00

Eliz GorgoneUSD 31.00

Grande AbsenteUSD 20.00

Jade C.F. Berger 1898USD 28.00

Jade Esprit EdouardUSD 35.00

La Fee ParisienneUSD 18.00

La Fee BlancheUSD 18.00

La Muse VerteUSD 18.00

LucidUSD 18.00

Pernod 136USD 19.00

Paul Devoille Absinthe du CentenaireUSD 25.00

Vieux Pontarlier 3-YearUSD 32.00

Vieux PontarlierUSD 15.00

Absinthes d'Europe

Butterfly Classic (Switzerland)USD 22.00

Duplais Blanche (Switzerland)USD 20.00

Duplais Verte 136 (Switzerland)USD 19.00

Gruene Fee 130 (Austria)USD 13.00

Kubler (Switzerland)USD 18.00

La Clandestine (Switzerland)USD 20.00

Absinthes des USA

Barber Lee (California)USD 22.00

Dead of NightUSD 16.00

Doc Herson's Green (New York)USD 21.00

Doc Herson's White Poppy (New York)USD 20.00

Emperor Norton 136 (California)USD 20.00

Leopolds Bros Verte (Colorado)USD 18.00

ReBru Absinthe Superieure (California)USD 16.00

Two James Nain Rouge Verte (Michigan)USD 14.00

Vieux Carre (Pennsylvania)USD 16.00

St Georges CaliforniaUSD 15.00

Pastis

H BardouinUSD 13.00

HerbsainteUSD 15.00

La Muse VerteUSD 13.00

Pernod 136USD 16.00

Prado MarseilleUSD 13.00

RicardUSD 15.00