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Juniper & Ivy

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$31 to $50

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2228 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people

Apr 7, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 57 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

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!
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!

Private dining

Popular dishes

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

What 8,192 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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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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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.

8,192 Reviews

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Marko
San Diego4 reviews
3.0
Dined today
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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Thomas VIP
Phoenix6 reviews
2.0
Dined 1 day 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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Doobie VIP
Los Angeles17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day 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 today
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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MacKenzie
Milwaukee1 review
3.0
Dined 2 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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Dan VIP
San Francisco7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 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 today
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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Sean
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined 3 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 3 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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silvio VIP
San Diego4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for a wine dinner and it was great! Will be back.
Juniper & IvyResponded 4 days ago
Silvio, thank you for visiting Juniper and Ivy. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your wine dinner experience and look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Corinna VIP
Greater Boston61 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent fresh farm to table food and the service was great!!
Juniper & IvyResponded today
Corinna, thank you for your gracious review. We truly appreciate your support and are delighted that you enjoyed your dining experience with us. Your kind words serve as motivation for our team to continue delivering exceptional service and quality farm-to-table cuisine. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
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Cecelia VIP
Los Angeles7 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing. Service can use some help. Our waiter disappeared for a while and we wanted to order.
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Olga
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, food and wine! Celebrated my bday and enjoyed the little touches such as a menu with happy birthday on it and a desert at the end.
Juniper & IvyResponded 6 days ago
Olga, thank you for choosing Juniper and Ivy for your birthday celebration. We're delighted that our thoughtful touches enhanced your dining experience. Your kind words are appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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FAQs

Juniper & Ivy is rated 4.6 stars by 8192 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Booked 57 times today

Experiences are available.

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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Juniper & Ivy

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About this restaurant

Why they're an Icon

Additional information

100 San Diego Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

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Easter Brunch

Mother's Day Brunch

Private Dining Room

"Under the Stairs" Patio Space

Cube Dining Room

Al Fresco Room

Full Restaurant Buy Out

Custom inquiry

FLAT IRON

TOSTADA

MISO BLACK COD

PANTRY

Caviar Service

HOUSE SOURDOUGH

WAGYU BUTTER BISCUIT

ROASTED BONE MARROW

JUST A BITE

TOSTADA

BLUEFIN TUNA HANDROLL (1)

SD UNI CRAB PUFF

CREEKSTONE STEAK TARTARE

SQUASH BLOSSOM

INIHAW PORK BELLY

SMALL PLATES

MOONROCK OYSTERS

BLUEFIN CRUDO

CABO KANPACHI

OYSTER SISIG

BURRATA & PEAS

THAI SALAD

AGNOLOTTI

LINGUINE DEL MARE

LARGE PLATES

RISOTTO

RADIATORI

MISO BLACK COD

WHOLE FRIED FISH (for two) * Limited availability

LAMB KAFTA

FLAT IRON

22 oz NY STRIP (for two)

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Review summary

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