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Kettner Exchange, San Diego, CA
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Kettner Exchange

$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 64 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
Kettner Exchange boasts two levels of indoor/outdoor drinking and dining and Little Italy’s only rooftop patio with spanning harbor views. We feature Progressive American cuisine from critically acclaimed Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski. In 2019, Kettner Exchange was named to Michelin Guide's prestigious Bib Gourmand list. Kettner Exchange has proudly maintained this award every year thereafter. Originally introduced in 1997, the Bib Gourmand category highlights restaurants that serve high-quality meals which include two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Brian Redzikowski

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2023
  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2022
  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2021

From the OpenTable editors: Anchored by a striking 20-foot eucalyptus sculpture, this two-story, indoor-outdoor showstopper has been a Little Italy hotspot since opening in 2014. Snag a seat on the rooftop patio with swinging daybeds, a roaring fireplace, and bookable private cabanas for sweeping harbor views and inventive American dishes with Asian twists like Szechuan frog legs and spicy tuna and crispy rice with eel sauce from James Beard Award-winning chef Brian Redzikowski.

Additional information

  • Location
    2001 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
    3. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2021
  • Phone number
    (619) 255-2001
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Asian, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet is available for $10.00 Cash or $12.00 Credit Card.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

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Experiences

  • Small Cabana Reservation

    $100.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    THIS IS NOT A STANDARD RESERVATION, please read below: *Mon-Wed evening Small Cabana Reservations have no F&B minimum but tax and 22% service charge will be applied. *Thurs-Sun evening Small Cabana Reservations have a $400 F&B minimum + tax and 22% service charge. *Sun Brunch Cabanas have a $200 F&B minimum + tax and 22% service charge. The Small Cabanas offers a space where groups of up to (6) guests are able to enjoy Kettner Exchange’s elevated cuisine and unique beverage program in a casual lounge style VIP setting. Guests may dine from the Lounge Menu till 10pm while being seated at the core of a lively open-air rooftop. Everything ordered will go onto one bill. Each reservation is for (3) hours maximum.

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Menu

Kettner Exchange's menu was last updated 2025-03-16.

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What 1,432 people are saying

Kettner Exchange 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Contemporary American

  • San Diego

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kettner Exchange is a delightful dining spot, celebrated for "amazing food, great service," and a "wonderful atmosphere." The inventive menu features exquisite small plates perfect for sharing, with highlights like the duck meatballs and frog legs. Guests enjoy the "great cocktails," rooftop ambiance, and live music, making it ideal for date nights or special occasions.

1,432 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my first time, and I was pleasantly surprised by how dining turned into a club. That was super cool. The food and wine were outstanding.

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  2. Joseph VIP

    Costa Rica5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good meal in San Diego. Decor is very unique dark metal and wood clash for attention. Very busy on a Friday night. Menu is a bit hard to navigate - they claim it’s small plates but not really- from top to bottom the plates get bigger but the distinctions were not clear. The food we had was very good - liked the striped bass and 1/2 duck more than the frog legs and cucumber salad- but everything was tasty. Ok wine list but there are some interesting mixed drinks. I would eat here again

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An incredible experience with Blake! Ordering and eating the food family style makes the experience - bring people you love and prepare to savor!

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  4. christopher

    St. Louis16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    fabulous food + fellowship under a refined industrial ambiance wherein we shared a sundry sort of fare that resonated with a clean, light yet sophisticated palate. amongst the many small plates we shared it would be difficult to pick a favorite.

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  5. Rae

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fabulous! Can’t wait until the next event!

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  6. Allison

    Salt Lake City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time! Our waiter was very accommodating and the dishes were all incredible! 10/10 recommend and will be back again ☺️

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was the star of the show with the best being the roasted duck. It was super fun and engaging where you can “make your own” bao’s with duck, peanut sauce, cucumber, and more. The duck was so tender and cooked perfectly, would highly recommend. The only thing that may have topped the food was the amazing view of the harbor during sunset. Our table looked right out and was a very romantic ambience. Would highly recommend coming here for a date or night out for good food.

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  8. SDSuza

    San Diego1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    They have 21% surcharges and 4% charges for expenses added to the bill. 25% tip charges all together??? For parties 6 and up. Not liking it.

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  9. melanie

    Los Angeles14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every item was perfect and the special birthday treat for my colleague was incredible. Waiter Alejandro was fantastic.

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  10. SheilaS VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time at this restaurant and it was terrific! Highly recommended.

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FAQs

Kettner Exchange offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 255-2001.

Kettner Exchange is rated 4.7 stars by 1432 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 64 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Kettner Exchange

2001 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
    3. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2021
  • Phone number
    (619) 255-2001
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Asian, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet is available for $10.00 Cash or $12.00 Credit Card.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

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