Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Juniper & Ivy, San Diego, CA
Icon

Juniper & Ivy

Visa logo badge

Visa Dining Collection

$31 to $50
Californian
2228 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 72 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Lively
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
    Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • 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
  • 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

  • Mother's Day Brunch

    $103.70 per person

    Mar 21, 2025 - May 11, 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 8,229 people are saying

Juniper & Ivy reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Californian

  • San Diego

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Juniper & Ivy offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Known for its "creative menu" and "delicious small plates," it promises an "elevated experience" with dishes like the "Yodel dessert" and "miso cod." Guests praise the "beautiful atmosphere" and "attentive staff," making it a "must-visit" in San Diego.

8,229 Reviews
  1. Michelle VIP

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Head Chef Alex has a talent for creative dishes that we haven’t experienced anywhere else. We love this place, their evolving dishes and the impeccable service. Tonight we had Sage as our server and she took such great care of us! Highly recommend J&I to anyone!
    Juniper & IvyResponded 1 day ago
    Michelle, thank you for your kind words and glowing review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the creative dishes and impeccable service provided by Chef Alex and Sage. Your satisfaction is our greatest reward, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon at Juniper and Ivy.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Jan VIP

    San Diego12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice ambience. Attentive service, not intrusive. Food was ok. $59 steak was cooked as requested but lacked flavor. Not as good as I could have done at home. Potato side was underwhelming.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Dustin

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant the hostess were polite and accommodating the bar tenders were amazing and did such a great job we stayed at the bar for dinner. Highly recommend this restaurant
    Juniper & IvyResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review, Dustin! We're delighted you had such an enjoyable dining experience with us at Juniper and Ivy. Your kind words about our staff's hospitality and our bar services mean a great deal to us. We continually strive to provide exceptional service and create memorable experiences for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

    Is this helpful?

  4. STEPHANIE VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I came here for a business dinner during a large conference. The front desk staff were very accommodating when I had additional people show up. We waited at the bar for maybe 10 minutes, and were seated quickly. The server was extremely knowledgeable and friendly, and recommended that we order several items to share. I truly appreciate the staff's warmth and helpfulness on such a busy evening! Oh, and the food was great too.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Stephanie, thank you for sharing your positive experience with us at Juniper and Ivy. We truly appreciate your kind words about our accommodating staff and their ability to provide excellent service during a busy evening. Our team takes great pride in delivering warmth, hospitality, and delicious cuisine to our valued guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable dining experience.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Jeffrey VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe, food, and drinks. Very well priced for the quality.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Jeffrey, thank you for dining with us at Juniper and Ivy. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience and appreciate your kind words about the atmosphere, cuisine, and value. Your feedback means a great deal to our team as we strive to provide exceptional hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Vaish VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good it is how it is. Wow it is great. So good wow.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Vaish, thank you for visiting Juniper and Ivy. We are delighted to have provided you with a remarkable dining experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Catherine

    Dallas1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The waiter was excellent but kitchen service was slow. The valet attendants were rude.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 6 days ago
    Catherine - We strive to give our guests a valued and not rushed experience and apologize for the 'slow' service. The valet's are not employed by Juniper and Ivy, but we will reach out to the service and let them know your comments. Have a great weekend and we hope to host you again.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Jerry VIP

    Milwaukee9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was very charming and super knowledgeable about the menu and pairings. But also very slow with initially coming around and then the time it took to get our first wine. He failed to put my order in with my other two guests and so there was a delay in getting my meal by about 10 minutes while they ate. The steak, which was highly recommended, was seasoned beautifully but still sinuous. The pork belly was outstanding and so were the desserts.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Danny VIP

    Austin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, however delay in seating, explained we had to be out by 9, promised that what we ordered would take far less and then ended up leaving at 9.10 because they took to long and had to take both the risotto’s and dessert with us. Wish they would have been more honest. Otherwise evryrhing was wonderful. Bar trying to get us to max pay etc

    Is this helpful?

  10. Jay

    Las Vegas8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic restaurant! Don’t miss this gem if you are in San Diego
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Jay, thank you for your visit to Juniper and Ivy. We appreciate your patronage and hope you'll join us again soon.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Juniper & Ivy is rated 4.7 stars by 8229 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. San Diego
  4. San Diego
  5. Little Italy

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 72 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–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian
  • 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
  • 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
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant reservation software
  • Industry insights
  • Hospitality resources
  • Marketing resources
  • Operation resources
  • How to open a restaurant
  • For restaurants
  • For restaurant groups
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo