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   LeighaC

   San Diego

   11 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Everything on the menu was delicious and the service was absolutely amazing!

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   KatieK

   San Francisco

   15 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   15 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Service was awesome. Fun vibe. Lots of small plates to share so we tried 5 things - scallops, beets, peppers, halibut and chicken. All were very good.

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   Mrfearless

   Portland

   19 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   19 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Never disappoints. Superb and inventive preparations. Excellent service. Always convivial.

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   tamsV

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Food was incredible and our server Ben was super friendly and gave us great recommendations. We also recieved a special menu for our anniversary, which was a nice touch.

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   BenK

   Denver

   6 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall3food3service3ambience5

   Disappointing experience this time. Took 40 minutes to get the first round and then drinks didn't show up, and the ticket got lost a 2nd time. Half the main courses were sold out by the time our 8pm group got to order - no seafood entrees available at all. Food we did get was good, but when half the menu isn't available at 8pm and it takes 40 minutes for 5 cocktails, it's not a good value for the price.

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   madelinea

   San Diego

   6 reviews

   1.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall1food1service1ambience1

   The worst experience ever! Good was In edible the service was awful the noise level was horrible the worst experience ever!

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall3food3service2ambience4

   Server was slow and always seemed like excuses were coming up…. Out of salmon, out of smash, oven blew up. Wasn’t my best experience.

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   CandaceH

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This is by far one of the best restaurants in all of San Diego! The food is always a knock-out, so unusual and unique the taste is fresh. We love to sit at the Chef's counter and watch it all happen. We celebrated out anniversay and they so kindly had printed out Happy Anniversary on our menus- so thoughtful. Since we discovered Juniper & Ivy, we agree this is our favorite restaurants and look forward to many more years of celebrations.

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   MarkB

   San Diego

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Went here for my wife’s birthday and it was amazing.

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    An unforgettable experience. Truly phenomenal on all levels!

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    Debbie

    New England

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    From the time we walked in until the time we left we felt cared for. The service was impeccable and the food was exquisite. We enjoyed all the delicious flavors and combinations of food. We can’t wait to come back.

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    JasonW

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Overall a very enjoyable evening with amazing food from the well oiled machine at J&I!

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    SanDiegoGolferGirl

    San Diego

    176 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    176 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food2service2ambience2

    Used to be my favorite San Diego restaurant - not so much anymore. We shared several plates and only one was really good. Started with the baked oysters - they tasted as though they weren't fresh at all. Then moved on to the chicken liver mousse which was difficult to eat as we were to spread it on cookies that were too soft and fell apart as soon as you tried to add the mousse. The ratio of mousse to cookies was off too, as we had 1/2 container of the mousse left after eating the 3 cookies that came with the dish. We then shared the uni linguine which was super rich and ok but not great. Service was extremely slow - we waited nearly 1/2 hour after we ordered our first course for any food and 45 minutes after that for anything else to come our way. The air conditioning was also not working properly - the place was really warm and uncomfortable. Not sure what's going on behind the scenes at Juniper & Ivy - certainly not the place it was when Richard Blaise was involved! Too bad and too many new and upcoming restaurants in the San Diego area to any longer think of this place as one of the best.

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    HarveyS

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Highly recommend. Our server Michael made the evening better.

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    Syd24

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Incredible service from the time we walked in and the food was outstanding. We were celebrating our anniversary and at least 6 staff members made a point to wish us a happy anniversary. The red snapper was the best I ever had. We will absolutely be returning!

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    rozM

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is the fourth time we’ve been to Juniper and Ivy. The menu is always innovative and creative. We usually give the server an overview of what we like and then let them choose the items we receive. It is always fun and exciting to see the items as they arrive. Great choices last night. We had 5 courses each different and enjoyable. Good and attentive service, friendly staff and management. So glad we could eat here again!

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    JohnW

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Very good food, prepared promptly with creative and interesting recipes. The menu is moderate in choice, but everything the table ordered was carefully crafted. bites especially were very expensive for the tiny portions, and even the small plates were expensive for the amount of food presented. Although the restaurant encourages sharing, portion sizes were not conducive to splitting around the table. Even the drinks were very small. The noise was moderate with the many hard reflective surfaces not helpful. Service was perfect--attentive without being overbearing.

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    Donna

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everyone was efficient and kind. The food was wonderful and the complimentary birthday dessert was an added, appreciated bonus. We will be back!

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    BFinny

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everyone was fantastic! It made our anniversary memorable. Thank you for a wonderful evening!

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    Xiomi

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had an amazing culinary experience. We will come back!

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    Rich

    Central Coast

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    As always, the entire experience was perfection. From the server's recommendations on menu selection and wine paring, to the chef's personal attention (we sat at the kitchen counter - our favorite spot in the restaurant), we could not have wished for anything different. We started with halibut handrolls (wrapped in fresh sesame leaves), a very interesting take on "deviled eggs" (egg white meringue, smoked trout, trout roe), and ham and cheese puffs (nothing like you would expect). Then moved on to Carne Cruda Asada Toast (beef tartare, green onion, egg yolk jam), Hokkaido Scallops, Pork Belly. Freshened our palate with the heirloom tomato salad before reaching the climax of our meal with the whole roast duck. Thought we were done, but Chef surprised us with a bonus course of fried whole snapper and all the accoutrements for fish tacos. Best advice: when you go, sit at the kitchen counter and trust the staff to guide you through the experience. Say yes to every suggestion.

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    PaulN

    Phoenix

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 8, 2022

    overall4food3service3ambience4

    Been to J&I about 6 times. Definitely my least favorite time was last night. I might have ordered wrong but the flavors just weren't all there.

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    TanH

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Interesting setup for dining and we were seated in the upper area near the bar with good view of the rest of the restaurant. We loved the food sizes as we could order 5 different dishes without feeling like over eating. The prices are on the higher side but the quality is good.

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    OpenTableDiner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was incredible but the service was the standout feature for us. We went for a birthday and the menus were customized with "happy birthday ___" written on them. The hostess, server, and a manager came over to wish him happy birthday and provided a small dessert for the occasion. Aside from that, the drinks were tasty and strong. The food was incredibly flavorful and portioned well. We only ordered a few small plates as our meal and it was filling. The sourdough bread is amazing and a must order to start. Overall, wonderful experience and would go back again.

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    AndrewH

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    outstanding service, great food. Lots of european wines.

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    MarkU

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Celebrated my birthday with my wife. They made it special and the food was excellent.

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We sat at the counter. It was so fun to watch the chefs (and the rest of the house) work. The entrees looked phenomenal but I think a better way to go is a bunch of small plates. So good.

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    ATCamp

    Vancouver

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Dined here alone in the bar. My server Ben was great - because of him, the evening was memorable and fun. Tara C

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    jclb

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food and wonderful service!!!

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    NickP

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was a really special experience for me and my girlfriend. We were given champagne for our anniversary and service was absolutely incredible. Some of the best food I’ve ever had!

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The Aged Duck was amazing! Service was exceptional! We had to wait a little bit longer for the Duck but got 2 free appetizers.

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32. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Pork Belly the best!!!!!

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    RJT6

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall2food4service2ambience3

    Took forever to get our food. After an hour fifteen we only had our bread order. Ended up canceling our main course after 2 hours as we didn’t want to wait more. We spoke with the manager and they did comp some of our apps and our dessert which was nice. Pretty disappointed and will not be returning.

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    mtobins

    New England

    65 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience3

    Food was mediocre, only 3 of our 7 dishes were seasoned and “memorable” We were not in the main dining room (enclosed patio) and the energy was not great either. Overall; expected was more.

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    Marvelous, creative food!

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    RachaelL

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The yellow tail with melon was the most surprising, and perfect combo. Delicious! And who would have thought figs would be a good appetizer… soooo good! And paired with the refreshing yet flavorful Wind and Sea cocktail, this dining experience was divine!

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37. UW

    UWSgirl

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Dinner was delicious! So many creative dishes made it hard to choose. The roast chicken was amazing. Service was friendly, efficient and professional. This was an all around wonderful meal.

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    Julia

    San Diego

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience2

    The steak was overcooked and the waiter brought the check when he served the dessert. They kept on coming and asking if they could take our food away while we were still eating. Could be a bit more polished service when you charge 120 for a steak.

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    Adia

    Baltimore

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a lovely work dinner for 6 and enjoyed every morsel and cocktail. We had an off menu gin cocktail which was divine and included cherry juice. The following day all of my colleagues thanked me for arranging our fine dining experience and said the food was both memorable and one of the best meals they'd ever eaten.

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very memorable dinner, staff was excellent, and I love the acknowledgment (printed menu greeting and special dessert) for my birthday!

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