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Juniper & Ivy

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

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

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
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
    Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 269-9036
  • Website
    https://www.juniperandivy.com/
  • 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
  • Location
    2228 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
  • 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

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Experiences

  • Easter Brunch

    $103.70 per person

    Mar 21, 2025 - Apr 20, 2025
    Celebrate Easter Sunday with brunch at Juniper and Ivy. Gather your loved ones for a special 4-course holiday prix-fixe menu crafted by Chef Jonathan Kinsella and our exceptional chef team ($85 per person). A selection of items for children 12 and under will be available, along with optional enhancements including caviar, wine pairings & more. We look forward to celebrating with you!
    Easter Brunch Photo

  • 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

Menu

Juniper & Ivy's menu was last updated 2025-03-23.

**our menu is ever-evolving and subject to change.

PANTRY

*limited availability

  • Caviar Service

    15g Traditional Condiments / Toasted Brioche

    • HOUSE SOURDOUGH

      mikolich farm honey butter

      • WAGYU BUTTER BISCUIT

        pull apart / smoked chive butter

        • ROASTED BONE MARROW

          sourdough / pickles / chimichurri / roasted garlic

          JUST A BITE

          • TOSTADA

            local white fish / aguachile / avocado crema / pickled fresno / cucumber / J&I tajin

            • BLUEFIN TUNA HANDROLL (1)

              sesame leaf / wasabi mayo / cucumber / furikake

              • SD UNI CRAB PUFF

                old bay aioli / puff pastry

                • CREEKSTONE STEAK TARTARE

                  parisian dressing / brioche toast

                  • SQUASH BLOSSOM

                    lemongrass tiger prawn / spicy peanut sauce

                    • INIHAW PORK BELLY

                      banana ketchup glaze / birdseye sugarcane gel / aleppo oil

                      SMALL PLATES

                      • MOONROCK OYSTERS

                        ginger flower mignonette / ikura

                        • BLUEFIN CRUDO

                          ponzu / pickled jalapeño / radish / rice cracker

                          • CABO KANPACHI

                            passionfruit fish sauce / serrano chili / mint / radish

                            • OYSTER SISIG

                              corn battered / eben-haezer farm egg / calamansi aioli / ginger blossom

                              • BURRATA & PEAS

                                heirloom carrot slaw / green goddess / horseradish dressing

                                • THAI SALAD

                                  summer veg / crispy shallot / peanut granola / goldbar puree / tamarind vin

                                  • AGNOLOTTI

                                    herbed goat cheese / pinenuts / arugula / spring garlic cream / roasted tomatoes

                                    • LINGUINE DEL MARE

                                      diver scallops / red crab / white wine butter sauce

                                      LARGE PLATES

                                      • RISOTTO

                                        eggplant conserva / saffron / charred fresnos / cherry tomatos / smoked parmesan

                                        • RADIATORI

                                          heritage pork / bianco bolognese / white asparagus / english peas / breadcrumbs

                                          • MISO BLACK COD

                                            matsutake shoyu / dashi / turnips / shiitake

                                            • WHOLE FRIED FISH (for two) * Limited availability

                                              bok choy / nuoc cham / roasted peanut / marinated k-cuke

                                              • LAMB KAFTA

                                                garlic labneh / date molasses / j&i naan / pickled veg

                                                • FLAT IRON

                                                  togarashi spiced potatoes / broccolini puree / field mushrooms / wasbai bordelaise

                                                  • 22 oz NY STRIP (for two)

                                                    J&I fries / creamed greens / steak sauce

                                                    Last updated: March 23, 2025

                                                    What 8,196 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

                                                    4.6
                                                    4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                    • 4.2Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    Juniper & Ivy offers an exceptional dining experience with "stellar" food and "attentive" service, highlighted by a diverse, farm-to-table menu. The atmosphere is a "designer's delight," and standout dishes include "moonrock oysters" and "pork belly skewers." Guests appreciate the "warm hospitality" and "creative" culinary presentation, making it a must-visit in San Diego.
                                                    8,196 Reviews

                                                    1. Steve

                                                      San Diego2 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                      Excellent across the board. Waiter set the tone and guided us through the experience and he nailed the collection of menu items for our table.

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                                                    2. Stuart VIP

                                                      San Diego9 reviews

                                                      2.0

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                      2. Food 3
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                      Thought this place was going to be much better. Over priced and not worth it.

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                                                    3. JAY

                                                      San Diego3 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Fantastic drinks & food. Service was impeccable, Braulio was a fantastic server. Plan on going back again next month for another B-Day. Can’t wait
                                                      Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
                                                      Thank you, Jay, for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us at Juniper and Ivy. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our offerings and that our service left a lasting, positive impression. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another celebratory occasion in the near future.

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                                                    4. Marko

                                                      San Diego4 reviews

                                                      3.0

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 2
                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                      Food was great, service was poor. The whole atmosphere did not match with the quality of food.

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                                                    5. Thomas VIP

                                                      Phoenix6 reviews

                                                      2.0

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 1
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      We all thought the food was outstanding, very interesting selection,flavor and presentation. However or server was not great. In fact horrible. Condescending, short. Made all menu selections sound very small so we over bought and ran the bill up. Pretty much dropped the bill on the table and said “hope you had a good time “friends”” and walked away. Such a good place but very vey poor service. He does not put the restaurant in a welcoming engaging light.

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                                                    6. Doobie VIP

                                                      Los Angeles17 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Perfectly delightful! We've been visiting Juniper & Ivy for a few years now, and as always, yesterday's experience was incredibly tasteful and wonderful. From the bone marrow to the black cod and the seafood linguine—everything was exceptional. We’ll definitely be back!
                                                      Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
                                                      Thank you, Doobie, for your continued loyalty and wonderful review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your recent dining experience with us, from the bone marrow to the black cod and seafood linguine. Your kind words about our exceptional flavors and overall tasteful experience are greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable meal.

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                                                    7. Jill

                                                      San Francisco1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Food, service & ambiance is amazing! Bar and wine is overpriced and leaves room for improvement in service and quality.

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                                                    8. MacKenzie

                                                      Milwaukee1 review

                                                      3.0

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                      2. Food 3
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Overall it was a good experience! Very kind and attentive servers. The food wasn’t quite what we expected.

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                                                    9. Dan VIP

                                                      San Francisco7 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Sat at Chef’s Counter and had a wonderful experience watching the kitchen activities and chatting with the Executive Chef. Food was stellar!! Can’t wait to go back!
                                                      Juniper & IvyResponded 2 days ago
                                                      Thank you, Dan, for your gracious feedback. We are delighted to know that you had a wonderful dining experience at Juniper and Ivy. It brings us great joy to provide excellent service and cuisine to our valued guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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                                                    10. Sean

                                                      San Diego1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Desserts so good they will make you giggle. The Yodel quite literally transcends time and space.
                                                      Juniper & IvyResponded 5 days ago
                                                      Sean, thank you for your positive review of Juniper and Ivy. We're pleased you enjoyed our dessert offerings, especially the Yodel. Your feedback is appreciated by our team as we aim to provide a memorable dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Juniper & Ivy is rated 4.6 stars by 8196 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                    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
                                                      Unspecified
                                                    • 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
                                                    • Website
                                                      https://www.juniperandivy.com/
                                                    • Phone number
                                                      (619) 269-9036
                                                    • 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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