Wormwood

Name: Wormwood
Address: 4677 30th St, San Diego, CA, United States, 92116-3245
Telephone: (619) 915-6706
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (882)

$50 and over

French

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

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2 people

May 18, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 16 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
$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!

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.

Popular dishes

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
IIndulge 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 882 people are saying

Wormwood reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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San Diego
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Review summary

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Wormwood offers an enchanting dining experience with "exceptional cuisine" and "outstanding service." The ambiance, whether indoor or on the patio, is charming and reminiscent of a French bistro. While parking can be challenging, the "creative, delicious dishes" and "unique cocktails" make it a must-visit, especially for special occasions.

882 Reviews

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Roy
Seattle7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our second time here and we brought friends this time. We absolutely loved it again! Celebration Tasting Menu was spectacular and the service was wonderful. Thank you for making the evening special!
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Heather VIP
San Diego7 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The food was good. Coursing was slow. Waitress was nice but not very good. Indoor French music was nice then they started messing with the audio to play the jazz band inside but they did a terrible job with the audio noises and volume. I think they have work to do before being a place I’d return to for brunch. We had been previously for dinner and I’m now not sure if I’d go back for that either if that’s what their staff is now like.
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Reid
Charlotte1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Every item we ordered was spectacular. I wish I had dined here years ago. My new favorite restaurant in SD!
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ron
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was better than expected. Flavors were excellent, presentation was even better. only issue is that sitting at the bar waiting for our table, we roasted, The bar is in direct sunlight 5-7 pm. Other than that, we'll definitely return.
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Felicia VIP
San Diego11 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
It was very hot in the restaurant. Service was slow and hot food was cold and salad was warm
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Krista
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful service all around , I’m excited for more brunches here. Savannah was an amazing waitress
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Cheryl VIP
DO NOT USE18 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We were excited about finding wormwood and became quickly disappointed even before we stepped inside the restaurant. No parking anywhere. We drove around almost 20 minutes trying to find parking. We ended up parking almost 1/2 mile away and walked to the restaurant. Note a great start. The server was nice and efficient and explained how to taste the fight of absinthe. That part was great. It took quite a while after we ordered to get the food which was in super tiny portions with super high prices. While the food itself was excellent. The ambiance was loud and the restaurant needed updating. Our table was missing pieces of wood. White tablecloth wood have elevated the look tremendously. For us it's a one and done. We spend almost $300 on a tiny plate of pasta, a salad and dessert. We arrived disappointed and left feeling the same.
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Evan
San Diego16 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
The Carpe Diem was good but service seemed a bit slow. Though, I'm told this is the norm for meals in France/Spain, etc. I wish we could have had more steak. For $90/person, I would expect a full steak rather than just half. The mushroom ravioli stuff was really good but we didn't care for the beet salad. Neither of us is is big on beets but they weren't bad per se but the greens were incredibly bitter. We really did not like the beet salad.
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Fernando
Palm Springs2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding service by the whole staff. Awesome menu. We were there for the Baja Wine Dinner and it was impressive, congratulations to Chef Omar Armas.
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David VIP
San Diego32 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First timers. The place has a great chill vibe. Cocktails are unique and delicious. The house bread and butter is ridiculously good. My wife had an amazing ravioli and I had the steak, both were incredibly delicious. Ended the evening with an apple tart.
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Wormwood is rated 4.6 stars by 882 OpenTable diners.

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