Wormwood

Name: Wormwood
Address: 4677 30th St, San Diego, CA, United States, 92116-3245
Telephone: (619) 915-6706
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (897)

$50 and over

French

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

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2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

Wormwood invites you to step into a bygone era, where poets, artists, and dreamers found inspiration in the Green Fairy. Tucked between North Park and University Heights, our whimsical corner of San Diego offers a French dining experience like no other—where each dish is crafted with passion, paired with curated wines and signature cocktails, and brought to life by exceptional service. Whether in our cozy dining room, enchanting patio, or hidden Secret Garden speakeasy, every evening is a journey of flavor and hospitality.

Now, we welcome you to experience Wormwood’s weekend brunch, every Saturday and Sunday. Indulge in a refined menu, sip handcrafted cocktails and artisanal coffee, and embrace a slower, more romantic pace to start your day. On Sundays, live jazz fills the air—transporting you to Belle Époque Paris with every note.

Brunch at Wormwood is a celebration of indulgence, connection, and the art of hospitality. A morning affair you won’t want to miss.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Mediterranean, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Wed, 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
Omar Armas
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
Neighborhood
North Park
Cross street
Corner of 30th Street & Adams Av - North Park / University Heights
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
MTS Line 2, 11 - 30th St & Adams Av
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

The Gourmet Hour
$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.
Wormwood's Celebration Tasting Menu $120pp
$120.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Indulge in the spirit of La Bohème with our exquisite seven- course “Best of Wormwood” tasting menu—designed for celebrating life’s most memorable moments. The menu includes a scallop with Champagne, Kampachi Crudo, Steak Tartare, Watermelon Salad, your choice of Pasta, Fish or Steak, an artisanal Cheese selection, and a decadent Chocolate Tart to finish.
Father's Day Special Celebration Dinner $120
$120.00 per person
Jun 14, 2025 - Jun 15, 2025
Celebrate the special man in your life and indulge in a special tasting menu crafted just for this occasion! Five course meal with a welcome cocktail and a small gift for each father. It will be a beautiful night for him to remember!

Private dining

Offers

Brunch Affair: Live Jazz at Wormwood
Multiple dates available
Sun - 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM,Sat - 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Experience the magic of live jazz brunch at Wormwood, where music, indulgence, and elegance come together in perfect harmony. Every Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM, our enchanting patio transforms into a Parisian dream, filled with the soulful melodies of rotating jazz artists. Savor our delightful brunch menu, sip on mimosas, handcrafted cocktails, and artisanal coffees, and let the music set the tone for a leisurely, elegant morning. Immerse yourself in the rhythms of jazz and the charm of Belle Époque, making brunch at Wormwood a truly unforgettable experience. (Weather permitting.)
L’Heure Verte at Wormwood
Multiple dates available
Sun - 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Tue - Thu - 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
As the sun sets and candles glow, join us for L’Heure Verte: our whimsical take on happy hour, every Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 5–7PM. Enjoy $1 Baja oysters (Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays only), seasonal bites, absinthe cocktails, and sommelier-led wine flights. A moment of charm, connection, and a touch of green magic.

Gourmet Hour$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 Diem$90.00
Embrace the moment with Chef’s curated five-course Carpe Diem dinner, celebrating seasonal and local bounty. This journey includes our salmon gougère, burrata salad, house- made agnolotti, a choice of fish or steak to share and concludes with the vibrant pitaya dessert—capturing the true French Art de Vivre.
Celebration in Style$120.00
Indulge in the spirit of La Bohème with our exquisite seven- course “Best of Wormwood” tasting menu—designed for celebrating life’s most memorable moments. The menu includes a scallop with Champagne, kampachi crudo, steak tartare, watermelon salad, your choice of pasta, fish or steak, an artisanal cheese selection, and a decadent chocolate tart to finish.

Canapés

Foie Savory Macaron$8.00
Chicken Liver, Pear Sphere, Pickled Onion
Gougère$8.00
Salmon Butter, Smoked Salmon, Dill, Chives, Pickled Onion, Pecorino
Madeleine$8.00
Buckwheat, Whipped Fromage, Smoked Char Roe
Delicacy$8.00
Oyster Butter, Sago Pearls, Golden Kiwi, Trout Roe, Champagne Foam
Coquille Saint Jacques$12.00
Guanciale, Pecorino, Fresno
Huître x4$17.00
Pamplemousse, Mezcal Mignonette, Cara Cara, Amaranth
Caviar Service$120.00
Buckwheat Crêpe Blinis, Chives, Capers, Shallots, Farm Egg, Whipped Crème Fraîche

Les Salades

Burrata Crémeuse$23.00
Farmers Market Winter Greens, White Balsamic
Salade d’Endives$21.00
Belgian Red & Violet Endive, Purslane, Pistachio, Mixed Berries, Taleggio, Citrus-Tahini Vinaigrette
Pastèque & Betteraves$18.00
Watermelon, Baby Heirloom Beets, Salanova, Ciliegine Mozzarella, Goat Cheese Vinaigrette, Bagna Càuda, White Truffle Oil

Pour L'Amour de Partager

Pain$12.00
Parker House Loaf, Honey-Rosemary Butter
Tarte aux Oignons$22.00
Caramelized Onions, Puff Pastry, Petit Basque, French Onion Demi-Glace
Poisson Cru$26.00
Shinko Pear, Avocado, Celery, Morita Pearls, Kombu Tomato Dashi
Wagyu Tartare$31.00
Roasted Bone Marrow, Mustard, Pickled Serrano, Bordelaise, Sourdough

Pièce de Resistance

Fromage et Maïs Agnolotti$32.00
Wild Local Mushrooms, Mascarpone, Roasted Poblano, Pastis-Pecorino Foam
Poulet à la Moutarde$36.00
Green Kale, Mustard Seeds, Poulet Demi-Glace, Apricot
Poisson$38.00
Mussels, Farm Fennel & Carrot, Meyer Lemon Beurre Blanc
Steak du Boucher$48.00
Porcini & Espelette Crusted Wagyu, Mushroom Bordelaise, Pomme Paillasson, Raclette Fondue
Agneau Braisée$58.00
8 oz Braised Lamb Shank Apricot Demi-Glace, Pickled Beets, Blood Sorrel, Parsnip Dauphinoise

Le Fromage

Cheese Platter$12.00
Selection of 1, 2 or 3 Cheeses Served with Condiments

Les Desserts

Fruit du Dragon$15.00
Pitaya Six Ways Charred Sorbet, Yogurt, White Pavlova, Red Cloud Coconut Sauce, Lime Caviar
Tarte au Chocolat$15.00
Banana, Salted Caramel, Malt Crème Anglaise
Crème Brulée$15.00
Absinthe, Farmer's Market Strawberries, Caramel, Taj Farm Crema

Absinthe

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

Absinthes de France

Absinthe Ordanaire 92$13.00
Absinthe 1804$32.00
Combier Blanchette$18.00
Eliz Gorgone$31.00
Grande Absente$20.00
Jade C.F. Berger 1898$28.00
Jade Esprit Edouard$35.00
La Fee Parisienne$18.00
La Fee Blanche$18.00
La Muse Verte$18.00
Lucid$18.00
Pernod 136$19.00
Paul Devoille Absinthe du Centenaire$25.00
Vieux Pontarlier 3-Year$32.00
Vieux Pontarlier$15.00

Absinthes d'Europe

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

Absinthes des USA

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

Pastis

H Bardouin$13.00
Herbsainte$15.00
La Muse Verte$13.00
Pernod 136$16.00
Prado Marseille$13.00
Ricard$15.00

What 897 people are saying

Wormwood 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
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Diego
French
San Diego
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wormwood delights with its enchanting French-inspired cuisine, offering "amazing French breakfast" and dinner options that are "on another level." The restaurant features an "adorable cool vibe," with standout dishes like the "bone marrow appetizer" and "crème brûlée." Service is often "exceptional," creating a "memorable meal" experience. However, parking can be challenging, and some guests noted slow service and noise levels.

897 Reviews

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Thomas
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Never disappoints us. Food and cocktails are unique and tasty!
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Jovani
Exclusive1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came in for date night and had an amazing time. Our server, Tyler, was great. Savannah, who ran our food, was amazing; we loved her energy of explaining the food to us. The food was outstanding. We will definitely be back again!
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Kenneth VIP
San Diego3 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
It was my girlfriend’s birthday and they didn’t bring her anything. When we were leaving, they brought a dessert with a candle for someone else who also was there on their birthday. Very uncomfortable and odd experience.
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Luis
San Diego1 review
3.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The food was excellent, but the service was not. Food came out very late and was cold. The service did not rember to leave out onions because we have a allergic reaction to it so we had to wait extra long time to get replacement meals. We did not eat together she goot her food 1st then me. Over all is was slow service.
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Adrian
San Diego7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I made last-minute brunch plans on Sunday and decided to try a spot in North Park. We ended up finding a restaurant on OpenTable, and we’re so glad we did! The experience exceeded our expectations. Fantastic food, exceptional service, and an incredible ambiance. It was the perfect way to spend our Sunday morning. Highly recommend this place!
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Kathy VIP
San Diego72 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delightful interesting setting- be sure to see garden seating! Creative and tasty food choices- we opted for the Gourmet Hour and were so pleased with our choice options. The bone marrow appetizer was outstanding, and presentation terrific. The Pasta dish was the table favorite main dish! And crème brûlée with fresh fruit beautifully capped dinner. We all enjoyed the mixologist’s concoctions and interactions with the staff. This is definitely a special occasion place- memorable!
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Joe
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambience, food, and attentiveness to service were excellent
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Katherine VIP
Los Angeles8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had no idea Wormwood served breakfast — and that was a huge mistake on my part. You seriously need to talk about it more. I never thought I’d find such an amazing French breakfast in California. Wormwood nails it — both dinner and breakfast are on another level. Highly, highly recommend!
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Bethany
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very friendly and knowledgeable staff, fantastic service, the absinthe drinks were phenomenal, we really loved the feature of the absinthe fountain being right on the table, and the food was absolutely phenomenal and delicious. Highly highly recommend and we will be back.
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Stephen
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and cocktails, great ambience, good service. A nice local French restaurant in North Park. A gem.
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Wormwood is rated 4.7 stars by 897 OpenTable diners.

Wormwood does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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