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Juniper & Ivy, San Diego, CA
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Juniper & Ivy

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 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 8,224 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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.

8,224 Reviews
  1. Jeffrey VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe, food, and drinks. Very well priced for the quality.

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  2. Vaish VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 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.

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  3. Catherine

    Dallas1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 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 2 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.

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  4. Danny VIP

    Austin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 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

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  5. Jay

    Las Vegas8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 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

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  6. Corey VIP

    Seattle7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing dinner paired with exceptional staff to make the whole experience a 10/10. We started with the sourdough as well as the bone marrow, followed by the miso cod, lamb and rigatoni dishes. The lamb was the highlight, the seasoning on the meat itself was delicious. But you cannot go wrong with the cod or rigatoni, both were delicious as well. Their specialty cocktails are also delicious and very unique. The pastry chef is very talented, do not skip desert!
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Corey - Thank you for the wonderfully details about your experience. We too love our cocktail program and Chef Amanda makes some of the best desserts in San Diego. We look forward to hosting you again soon!!

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  7. Tony

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great drinks and outstanding food!! Service felt like we were being a bit rushed. When I’m paying this price for this experience I want to be able to relax for a couple hour dinner!! Would still go back!

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  8. Carrie VIP

    Chicago12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal food and service! I have a new favorite restaurant in San Diego!

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  9. Brad VIP

    Key West1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A+ experience. Food was premium. Service, atmosphere, attention to detail were the highest quality. Just a great restaurant in every way!

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  10. Tim VIP

    Sacramento14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time for a meal. Outstanding restaurant. Service was exceptional. No question, you need to try the lamb for your entree. Each aspect of the menu, (appetizer, salad entree…) brought to center of table for you to serve. What a wonderful experience. First class food and service.
    Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Tim! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first visit to Juniper & Ivy. It's wonderful to know that you found our service exceptional and our lamb dish a hit. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience for all our guests and it's great to hear that we succeeded with you. We look forward to welcoming you back.

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FAQs

Juniper & Ivy is rated 4.7 stars by 8224 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 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
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