i have been eating a sizzler for 40 years. the menu has changed very little. the steaks have an amazing flavor. the salad bar has chicken wings which are great. the steak is a little pricey but thats everywhere. i eat the 8 oz tri tip and it tastes great. i get the sauteed musrooms and onion it came with cheese toast and i like bake potato with the works. i get a side salad and it fills me up. i wish they had more locations in the area as i make the jouney from el cajon. its worth the drive if you liked sizzler before. salad bars are not available everywhere so this is a good thing to think about. i going next week for my birthday! read more

Juniper and Ivy is one of our favorite restaurants in San Diego, and with the food scene here is thriving, but when we want a higher end, comforting, California cuisine, we are never disappointed when we come here. First off, the starters - we had the bread which comes with a delicious slightly sweet butter mikolich farm honey butter - HIGHLY recommended! I really enjoyed the lemongrass beef skewers, and the shrimp, Hokkaido Scallop with miso butter / chili crunch / chives - it tasted like a deconstructed spring roll - so good!! The cauliflower steak was ok. For our entree, we had the Rigatoni, with pork bolognese / burrata / basil / grana padano, which my husband LOVED even more the next day. Previous visit, we've had the Miso Black Cod, with mushroom dashi / glazed shishito / roasted shiitakes and wanted to try something different. For dessert, we enjoyed the Pavlova. We loved the service and the space is gorgeous and so open but not too loud. We were there on a weekday (Tuesday) around 6pm. read more

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I am writing this review to warn others with food allergies, as my experience at Juniper & Ivy was not only disappointing but dangerous. I visited one week ago and clearly communicated a severe crustacean allergy to our server. I specifically asked if the oysters were fried in the same oil as the spot prawns. Without checking with the kitchen, the server immediately assured me they were not, claiming the spot prawns were cooked in a separate pan and not fried at all. When the dish arrived, the prawns appeared clearly deep-fried, but I relied on the server's explicit assurance. A few hours later, I began experiencing an allergic reaction, confirming that I had been exposed to crustaceans--likely because the oysters were indeed fried in the same oil as the prawns. The following morning, I called the restaurant to verify their frying practices. Without mentioning my allergy, I asked the hostess if the oysters and spot prawns were fried in the same oil. She checked with the kitchen and confirmed that they were. When I then spoke with a manager to report the dangerous misinformation I had been given, the situation only worsened. The manager attempted to deflect, claiming the hostess was "confused" and thought I was asking about a gluten allergy--despite me never mentioning gluten. It felt as though the management was more interested in covering their tracks than addressing a serious safety failure. After a hesitant and insincere check on my well-being, the manager promised to investigate and call me back once the server was in. It has now been over a week, and I have heard nothing. If you have a food allergy, I would strongly advise against dining here. The lack of basic safety protocols, combined with a dishonest and dismissive management team, makes this establishment a significant risk. read more

My girlfriends took me here for my birthday dinner recently, and it was a fun spot to celebrate. I thought it was a nice touch that they printed a birthday greeting right on the menu. The food overall was quite good. The menu reminded me a bit of Kettner Exchange with the shareable, small-plate style, so it's a great place to come with a group and try a variety of dishes. My favorite of the night was the Bone Marrow & Tartare - rich, flavorful, and something I'd absolutely order again. The Inihaw Pork Belly was tender with great flavor, and the Miso Black Cod was perfectly cooked and buttery. It's hard to go wrong with black cod, but this one definitely delivered. The only dish I'd probably skip next time was the Oyster Sisig. It wasn't bad by any means, but it just wasn't memorable enough for me to order again, especially with so many other standout dishes on the menu. Service was friendly, but it felt a little slow throughout the meal. We had to ask multiple times for butter and a few other items before they finally arrived. By the time the duck came out, we were already too full to really enjoy it, so my friend ended up taking it home. I can see why so many reviewers rave about the creative, chef-driven menu and the quality of the ingredients. The atmosphere is lively without feeling too loud, making it a great place for date nights or celebrations. While the service could have been a bit more attentive, the food was enjoyable enough that I'd still come back to try more of the menu. read more

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beef carpaccio - skippable. a caesar salad with beef below bone marrow and tartare on sourdough - lower than average marrow, tartare was decent, sourdough was ok. everything was just overly oily together. skip. oyster sisig - too salty. too much. i like the idea but didnt love it in reality black cod - nice dashi. good cook on the fish. lacked the crispy skin though nonalcoholic rose - thanks. kind gesture. read more

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First time here. We had reservations for two to celebrate a birthday. Parking is street, but also a few valet spots! We were seated soon after checking in to our reservation. From start to finish, the service was great. We ordered everything to share between us: inihaw pork belly, sourdough with honey butter, oyster sisig and 22 oz sirloin steak. Each plate came over from a different staff who explained the dish. Everything tasted very good and well made. The 22 oz steak would've been nice a little more marinated? Our water was constantly filled which was appreciated because each bite was nice and rich in flavor. Good to wash down with water. As we closed our meal, our server came by with a complimentary bday cheesecake slice with a candle. So thoughtful! All in all, would love to dine here again. Thanks for a wonderful experience. read more

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We had a business dinner and I knew that this restaurant had a great reputation, so I trusted I would have vegan options. It's really artsy inside. The servers were very attentive. And the menu has several vegan options. The menu changes every day because it's truly farm to table. For an appetizer we got a few things but the vegan option I chose was a squashini - thinly sliced squash/zucchini topped with super fresh and flavorful vegetables and a vinaigrette. I chose a cauliflower steak for my main and it was totally satisfying. The combo of textures with a variety of colors was enjoyable. And, the vegan dessert was a macadamia nut Ube sorbet and it was so creamy I would consider it a gelato. read more

Juniper and Ivy - Squashini - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Ambiance - eclectic and modern! Service - incredible, 5 stars Food- really good and unique! Came here to celebrate a birthday! Burrata and tortellini were amazing but toffee pudding was my favorite (: . Also, delicious orange wine ! read more

Juniper and Ivy - Toffee pudding - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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We made a reservation for 5 p.m. through the OpenTable app--hooyah for Chase Sapphire Reserve's dining credit! We got there right when they opened at 5 and were seated right away. The music was at the perfect level, not too loud, which is a must for me. The bathroom has a shared washroom, which was a little confusing at first. There is a beautiful bar area as well. Our server was Isaiah, and he was an absolute darling. He recommended some of his favorites, and we tried a couple of them. They were very good. He gave us complimentary bubbly because we were celebrating our 10-year anniversary. Non-alcoholic for me, as I'm pregnant and about to pop lol. Then we were served deviled eggs, which my husband loved. I was very surprised to see Filipino dishes on their menu, so you know I had to try some! We ordered the following: Inihaw Pork Belly, Hokkaido Scallop, Roasted Marrow and Tartare, Shrimp Thai Salad, and the Oyster Sisig. I also ordered the 1 Hour to Fuji mocktail. The Inihaw Pork Belly had a banana ketchup glaze, but I couldn't taste it much, and it had a sugarcane gel sauce that was really tangy. I would rate this dish a 3/5. The Hokkaido Scallop was sooo good! 5/5 stars! The miso butter sauce was to die for! I wasn't a huge fan of the Roasted Marrow and Tartare because the marrow was a bit bland for me. The tartare was pretty good, according to my hubby. 3/5 for this plate for me. The Shrimp Thai Salad was so good! It wasn't too spicy, and the combination of bell peppers, lemongrass, peanuts, shallots, pomelo, and tamarind sauce was like a party in my mouth. 5/5 stars for this dish. I would highly recommend it! And last but not least, the Oyster Sisig. As a Filipina, I have very high expectations when it comes to Filipino food and was not expecting much from this dish. Boy, was I wrong! This absolutely knocked it out of the park for me. The oysters were fried and crispy but not overcooked, and their calamansi aioli was orgasmic, to say the least. It was so good that we ordered another. The only thing I could think of, as far as making it a bit more authentic to its name, is how the cast iron came out. Traditionally, sisig is served in a super-hot cast iron skillet so that when you mix it with the egg, the heat from the cast iron cooks the egg. Honestly, though, I wouldn't have it any other way. I don't normally eat eggs, but for this dish, I would make an exception every time. It's so good that I plan on coming here right after I give birth and ordering 10 plates of Oyster Sisig as my celebratory meal. If I could have this delivered to the hospital after I give birth, I would! 100/5 stars for the Oyster Sisig. My 1 Hour to Fuji mocktail was like a tangy apple soda, which I loved. This place is perfect for any date night. I love that they have small plates so you can try a variety of menu items without getting too full. read more

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Overall Juniper & Ivy was a decent experience. I was hoping for an excellent experience given the reviews, notoriety, and the expectations this place sets for itself. It was a 2+ hour ordeal, which is my biggest complaint. We arrived at 715, our reservation time, and had to wait an additional 15 minutes for our table to become ready, which is whatever, but it set the tone for the rest of the evening. At first our waitress was attentive, but as the night grew we saw less and less of her and that also slowed our courses arriving. The appetizers and bread came out relatively quick, about 10-15 minutes after we ordered, then 20 minutes later came our tortellini, then about 25 minutes later our Cod, then another 25 minutes our asparagus and steak. It truly felt and tasted like our food sat out for a while before being brought to us. I was full when we left, but not due to portion sizes, but due to waiting so long between dishes arriving. We ordered a scallop, tostada, sourdough bread, asparagus, tortellini, black cod, and flat iron steak. My favorite was a tie between the scallop and the asparagus. Bites: these were definitely single serving - Scallop: well cooked, flavorful, and satiating. We ended up dipping our bread in the sauce because it was that good. Definitely don't miss this. - Tostada: pretty dang good, it was what I expected. Pantry: - Sourdough Bread: this was probably my third favorite overall. It was warm, well salted, and came with nice spreadable butter. Highly recommend ordering this to sop up the excesses sauces from the other dishes Small Plates: - Asparagus: the crispiness and creamy sauce were sublime. Definitely give it a taste - Tortellini: again, this was as I expected. Three tortellini for $30 seemed quite steep in price. It was tasty, but not a good quantity to taste, unfortunately. Plates: they market these as family style, but I would say they're also single serving. The portion sizes were quite small. - Miso Black Cod: this was unusual, but good. Historically the miso black cod I've had is a thicker sauce. This one was similar to actual miso soup. Which was still good. The cod was superbly cooked, didn't want to forget that. - Flat Iron Steak: this is what I was looking forward to the most and I'd say it overall fell short. Three pieces to go with some spring vegetables was just ok. The sauce reminded me of a watered down store-bought barbecue sauce. Inside was well decorated and aesthetically pleasing. The menu is presented and explained well. The support staff was great. Our waitress was on the slower side. And maybe that's due to the kitchen also being slow. It was an experience. I'd honestly recommend people away from Juniper & Ivy. read more

Juniper and Ivy - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

Lovely restaurant for your next girl dinner!! The chef provided some surprise complimentary apps to start and the sommelier had a stellar recommendation!! Sea bass was a delicious hands-on experience!! read more

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I hoped to get a seat at the Chef's Table, but there are only 14 seats available. it is an elongated and slightly curved table with a birds-eye view of the kitchen. Since we were dining late, and dinner rush was over, the hostess was able to snag two seats for me. It was a fun, entertaining and wonderful experience. This is a Michelin Bib Gourmand rated restaurant and I can see why. FIVE STARS in creativity, original recipes and stellar service. Where to begin... the menu is divided into the following categories (some highlights were): JUST A BITE - Mini-bite sized Oysters, Pork Belly, Albacore Tostadas. I had a Deviled Egg, which I loved and a Tart of Chicken Liver, the filling was nice and firm and had good texture. It was not on the menu, but I would definitely order it next time. PANTRY - Sourdough bread with Honey Butter, Roasted Bone Marrow with Sourdough bread. SMALL PLATES - Rockfish Aguachile served with Avocado cubes, minced Serrano chili, and Jalepeno oil. This was just right, not overly spicy; Strawberry Bufala Mozzarella Salad prepared with Mint, Pesto, Basil, Pine Nuts, and Mozzarella Cheese. This salad was OUTSTANDING, the combination of the Pesto on the Strawberries was amazing. PLATES - (Entrees) Jidori Chicken Roulade Black Truffle, Parsnip puree, Braised Kale; Miso Black Cod; 22oz Tajima New York Strip Steak; or Whole Fried Rose (not Red) Snapper. This is at the top of my bucket list. I am posting a photo to show how it was propped up on a wooden stand. The presentation was OUTSTANDING. DESSERT with WINE PAIRING (suggestions) - Guava Cheesecake Yodel - in a Dulcey Half Shell topped with Guava Puree and Cream Cheese. Paired with Ratafia Liqueur. Cocktails: I ordered the "This Must Be the Place," made with Gin, Vermouth and Limoncello. I thoroughly enjoyed my dinner, dessert, cocktail and Pinot Noir wine. Reservations are a must! Sincerely, Rosemary read more

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1/2 Juniper & Ivy is the kind of restaurant that reminds you why you seek out places like this, the food is genuinely exceptional. It's just a shame the experience came with a few caveats. We requested the patio, drawn in by descriptions of a vibrant, lively porch. What we got was four tables, a persistent wind tunnel, and a front-row seat to the San Diego flight path, meaning every few minutes, conversation came to a full stop for a low-flying plane. No warning from the restaurant, which felt like a miss. Inside next time, without question. The menu itself was a little overwhelming at first, but our server stepped in with confident suggestions that completely redeemed the experience. And then the food arrived. The house sourdough with Mikolich Farm honey butter was the kind of bread course that makes you reconsider every other bread course. The shio tang oysters with mojito foam and cucumber relish were playful and precise. The three cheese tortellini, wild porcini, english peas, aged parm brodo, was the standout of the night: rich, deeply layered, and deeply comforting. The saffron bigoli and miso black cod were both beautifully executed. We paired everything with a Russian River Valley Pinot that was an ideal match for the table. Bottom line: the kitchen is firing on all cylinders. Sit inside, trust your server, and order the tortellini. You won't regret it.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

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Michelin recognized restaurant Juniper and Ivy is serving a sophisticated New American menu in an elevated space. SERVICE was excellent especially with me adding on orders in between due to FOMO with a limited time menu featuring classic dishes over the past 12 years. DRINK 5/5 MERGERS & AQUISITIONS: HERBAL, DRY, SPIRIT-FORWARD rye / sweet vermouth / china china / centum herbis liqueur 4/5 GOT 'COT: BRIGHT, SMOKEY, STONEFRUIT mezcal / meletti / apricot / lime 4/5 FUJIYAMA: BRIGHT, UMAMI, CITRUS japanese gin / fuji apple / miso honey / yuzu JUST A BITE/ STARTERS 5/5 HOKKAIDO SCALLOP(* limited availability): miso butter / chill crunch/chive 4.5/5 SHIO TANG OYSTERS (min 2 per order) mojito foam / mint powder / cucumber SMALL PLATES 4/5 ROCKFISH AGUACHILE guajillo / avocado / serrano / jalapeño oil. Chunkier than I imagined To celebrate Twelve years at Juniper & Ivy, they brought back four dishes, two of which were ordered: 5/5 Uni Linguine Carbonara: black pepper copa / egg yolk / pecorino 5/5 Snap Peas & Burrata: fresno buttermilk ranch / sunflower seed granola / mint pesto / burrata PLATES 5/5 MISO BLACK COD mushroom dashi / glazed shishito / (flavorfully) roasted shiitake 5/5 PRIME FLAT IRON korean marinade / grilled broccolini / pickled daikon DESSERT 4.5/5 Carrot Cake (sweet!!): w cream cheese frosting / coconut caramel / fresh citrus read more

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The best restaurant in San Diego!! This is our tenth time at the restaurant, it's always fun to come and enjoy new, varied and delicious dishes!! service is amazing. Thank you! read more

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Went on a Thursday evening to celebrate a friends birthday. The restaurant itself was very cozy with cool art. Our waiter was super friendly and helped us choose between two pastas. Unfortunately for me, the pasta we decided on brought back memories from the time I got sick at a potluck so I cannot speak too much on the quality of it. However, the miso black cod was exquisite! The sweetness on the fish was just right and melted right in your mouth. We also ordered a shrimp small plate, which had notes of tamarind, peanut sauce and a little bit of tanginess. The basil and the pepper addition made it a delicacy. While the shrimp and cod were great, I think the restaurant overall is a little over hyped but thankfully, it's reasonably priced. read more

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Located in Little Italy, we got really lucky finding street parking. Our party of 3 was immediately seated after checking in. We ordered 2 cocktails, Jade Python and Fujiyama. The Jade python was just right up my alley, it's tart, refreshing and tropical. Loved how it's family style so we're able to try many dishes. Our waitress coursed all the dishes perfectly. The dishes were ordered: - House sourdough with honey butter: 4/5 - Hokkaido scallop: 5/5 AHH MUST ORDER!! I personally love scallops and they were cooked perfectly! - Pork belly skewer: 4/5 my friend was obsessed with this and the banana ketchup compliments it so well - Duck lumpia (from the Juni bar menu): 4/5 flavor was there but wished the lumpia was fried crispier on the outside - Oyster sisig: 4/5 - Roasted bone marrow and tartare: 3.5/5 Flavor was missing and it was too heavy for my liking - Salted spot prawn: 4.5/5 this reminds me of the salted egg yolk dishes in Singapore/Malaysia - Miso black cod: 5/5 fish was sooo soft and tender and the broth was light but full of umami! - Tajima NY Steak: 4/5 Must admit that we did go a little overboard and ordered too much. We weren't super hungry but still wanted to try a variety of their dishes. Could only stomach small bites of our last 2 dishes and asked to pack the cod and steak to go. Our bill came out to $400. It's a splurge but will return in the future! Would like to try the other small bites off their Juni bar menu. read more

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We absolutely love Juniper and Ivy. From the moment we walked in, we were seated quickly and welcomed with exceptional service. Our server took the time to thoroughly explain the menu, offer recommendations, and answer our questions, making the entire dining experience feel thoughtful and personalized. The ambiance is one of our favorite parts of the restaurant. It has a modern yet inviting atmosphere that feels upscale without being pretentious, making it perfect for both a special occasion or a nice night out. Every dish we ordered was packed with flavor, but the real standouts were the steak and the bone marrow. The steak was perfectly cooked, tender, and incredibly flavorful, while the bone marrow was rich, decadent, and an absolute must-order. Every bite showcased the creativity and attention to detail that Juniper and Ivy is known for. This continues to be one of our favorite restaurants, and it's a place we always look forward to coming back to. Between the outstanding food, attentive service, and beautiful ambiance, it's an easy recommendation. read more

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Wow. The food here, amazing. The service, amazing. The ambiance, amazing. Definitely will be coming back! Our server Braulio was super friendly and helpful, he recommended so many great items for us to try and not one single item disappointed. We had the flat iron steak, miso cod, sourdough bread with the honey butter, the pork belly, and the rigatoni. Everything was super flavorful and will definitely be coming back to try more things. Also the managers or those on the floor made everything seem so seemless even though the restaurant was pretty busy! 10/10 read more

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BEWARE OF ILLEGAL CHARGES TO YOUR CREDIT CARD: I dined at this restaurant on 6/19/2026. My bill was $40, however Juniper and Ivy (and/or the server: Cassady F.) charged my credit card almost double instead. I have receipts and have submitted a dispute with my bank. Very dishonest and illegal business transaction. DINERS BEWARE read more

This place did not disappoint!! The atmosphere is great, the service was great, and the food was delicious!! My favorite dish was the rigatoni (which I ended up getting two orders of)... but everything was absolutely delicious. Would definitely recommend anytime that you are up for a good meal :) read more

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The atmosphere and vibe is trendy and modern that is good to host a group in an upscale and lively setting. I really like the artistic pear statue in the center of the room too. The service was also very friendly and attentive. For food, the Guava Cheesecake Yodel was something that I never had before and made quite an impression. The Flat Iron Steak was cooked well and great for sharing too. Overall, really enjoyed our time here and appreciated care! read more

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Came here to celebrate a birthday and it really did live up to all the hype!!! The service was great and they made the evening feel very special! Kevin was a great server and very knowledgeable w great recommendations! The sourdough is a MUST!!! We also absolutely loved the tuna tostada and the blue fin crude. As a pescatarian I really appreciated all the fish options (Kevin told us that they get the fish right from the bay and it really does taste so fresh). We also loved the sticky toffee pudding! The vibes are great, it has an elevated feel but is not too stale either! Would absolutely go back, even if just for drinks and the sourdough!! Will be returning for sure! read more

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Juniper and Ivy is that rare San Diego hotspot that actually deserves to be hot. Most trendy restaurants feel like they were designed by a committee of influencers who have never eaten food, but this place cooks like it's trying to impress a judgmental grandmother who has seen some things. You walk in expecting vibes and instead get technique that could file taxes. The fried fish is the first sign they're not playing around. This isn't "crispy" in the way restaurants usually mean crispy, which is "we fried it once and prayed." This is a batter so shatteringly crisp it should come with a warning label about flying debris. You take a bite and suddenly you're making involuntary noises usually reserved for spa treatments and playoff wins. The fish inside stays tender like it negotiated a separate contract with the fryer. Then the octopus shows up and the whole meal becomes a philosophical crisis. Because eating octopus is delicious, but it's also like eating someone who could have outsmarted the chef. Cephalopods are basically underwater Mensa members. They solve puzzles. They escape tanks. They recognize faces. They have opinions. You're not eating seafood, you're eating a coworker who might have been up for the same promotion. And at Juniper and Ivy, the octopus is cooked so perfectly that you can feel it judging you. Tender, charred, seasoned with swagger. It's the kind of dish that whispers "I could have opened the walk in freezer from the inside, but sure, enjoy your aioli." There's a moment where you think, "Should I be eating something that can open childproof locks" and then the next bite hits and you think, "Well, if it didn't want to be eaten, maybe it shouldn't have been so tasty." This is how villains are made. Juniper and Ivy thrives in that tension. Trendy but competent. Playful but precise. A restaurant that serves you both culinary excellence and a mild existential crisis. read more

Juniper and Ivy - Cephalopod - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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The food at Juniper & Ivy is genuinely outstanding. We ordered the tuna hand roll, strawberry mozzarella salad, pork bolognese rigatoni, and the NY strip with fries -- every single dish was excellent, and the quality for the price felt like a real value. Unfortunately, the service didn't match the kitchen. Our server came across as annoyed and distant from the start. The small plates landed quickly, but there was a long stretch between those and our pasta and steak with no check-in, no offer of another drink, nothing. I had to flag him down to order a second glass of wine, and even then it didn't arrive until well after the steak -- which defeated the whole point of ordering it. The food deserves the hype. The hospitality has some catching up to do. read more

Juniper and Ivy - Pork Bolognese Rigatoni with Burata - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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There was so much food and I didn't take photos in time before it was gone. It was a tapa style serving with salmon, NY Strip, Brussels sprouts (the star of the show), kale salad, fries, and cookies out of a cookie jar to top it all off. Outstanding flavors, paired with a red and white wine. Our servers were amazing. Shout out to Lauren! 10/10 highly recommend ! read more

Juniper and Ivy - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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First thing first: the counter seating is where you want to be IF you like to watch it all happen in the kitchen. My girl and I are big fans of watching Alex and Chef K move about the area, creating the magic that we call dinner. Alex comes over. We ask him to review the updated menu. As he's talking, using the menu as his guide, we look at him like, "whatever you say... let's do it!" We started with Kanpachi Aguachile (sliced mild, firm white fish served with guajillo, avocado, serrano, and jalapeño oil), which reminded us of ceviche but is lighter, tastier and uniquely colorful - like edible art on a small plate. Later, Chef K brings over something special: his very own Butter Chicken Kebab (almond wood smoked, served with Ari's naan, mint Greek yogurt, and mango chutney) a dish with the most delicious chicken ON THE PLANET! His southern inspired deeply flavorful way with chicken stopped all conversation as we focused our attention on the big plate of goodness. He revealed that his style derives from southern Mississippi, by way of his Mom, straight to us to enjoy. Paired with a light chilled red wine, we were soon in a mood to be adopted by either of them (as long as they agreed to cook). We passed on desert given that we were both looking somewhat pregnant and very satisfied. Alex came by to say goodbye as we made our way out. This was by far the best night we've had at Juniper & Ivy: with ambience, tasty dishes, and front row seats to the magic that is Juniper & Ivy - and their new menu. Go! Eat! Smile! read more

Juniper and Ivy offered an upscale restaurant/bar experience. I was there with my husband, brother and sister-in-law while they were on vacation from Reno. We sat at a high top in the bar area and enjoyed the distinct architectural layout with a refined sophistication and comfortable vibe. Over the next 3 hours it was a pleasure to be able to enjoy a variety of perfectly balanced creative cocktails as well as elevated classics. I personally enjoyed some inventive mocktails that were also quite palate-cleansing. The quality ingredients of our bar snacks added to enjoyable experience. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable and fantastic at making special recommendations based our inquisitions. Overall it was a wonderful time hanging out and catching up with the ease of hearing each other across the table. Flavorful foods, innovative and artisanal libations and attentive service in a comfortable atmosphere...what more can you ask for? read more

A lovely experience. We enjoyed the food and service, and even the environment. Attention to details is apparent everywhere. Example - quiet background music that was easy to have conversation over. Loved the amuse, the clever "deviled egg" with a base of egg white meringue. A puff of flavor that really did excite you for the meal. Four of us shared various dishes and we thought all were successful. The sourdough bread had a wonderful shattering golden crust. The ahi crudo had bright and deep flavors. The spicy tuna handrole was a relevation of textures and flavors (the tender sesame leaf was fascinating!). We LOVED the sauce on the swordfish bite, oh the lemongrass! The chanterelles, my fav mushroom, didn't disappoint with that sunchoke cream and chips. We loved both entrees/plates we tried. The whole fried red snapper was delicious wrapped in lettuce with various toppings making the flavor complex (loved the grilled citrus). The duck was a spectacular presentation and perhaps even more important it tasted great. The tender breast meat, the confit legs, even the crispy wings were satisfying. Loved the rice dish it was served with (who cares what they called it!). We shared 2 desserts and loved them both. A chocolate layered cake dessert. Complimentary for the birthday we were celebrating, and tasty. And what was called sticky toffee pudding. A delightful dessert. (But I would not call it that name.) The candied persimmon pieces were delicious and a nice surprise. Everyone serving our table was pleasant. The sommelier was helpful in our picking a wine, but never came back until we had finished our meal, and seemed uninterested whether we liked the bottle. (It was ok, but too one note). I understand the menu changes frequently with what's available. I'm impressed the dishes seemed so fully realized considering the ever changing menu. This is an exciting restaurant. read more

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One of the best fine-dining experiences I've had in a long time, Michelin star restaurants included. I took my husband here for his 49th birthday, read more

I'm am so bummed to give this a 3 but let's chat! First off our service was excellent and the restaurant is beautiful. Everyone had only good things to say about Junioer and Ivy. The 3 is coming for the food/taste. My friend and I did the tasting menu for $185 a person for NYE. Quite expensive and so for that price I really expected the food options to really be something! Our favorites were the filet mignon and the pork belly. Everything else truly lacked flavor and was sort of disappointing. We got the crudo and tartare as appetizers, the spiny lobster, and the duck, and dessert was tart. Maybe we need to go back and try items from their normal menu but char read more

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We celebrated our anniversary here and we were lucky enough to snag a reservation last minute! The service is impeccable they really gave wonderful recommendations on what to get in the menu and we were seated right by the kitchen so could see the dishes come out and what we would want to order. The amuse bouche was so yummy. The chef gifted us a crudo dish for the occasion and also glass of white wine. We were truly spoiled. Every dish we had was so good. We loved the oysters, scallops, miso cod and the steak would get that again! It's an amazing farm to table restaurant that is perfect for a special night out read more

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J&I is a great example of unpretentious SoCal fine dining. Returned today for early dinner after an 8 year hiatus to see how the kitchen was faring after a few leadership changes over the years. Found it to be in fine form, better than my experience during its freshman years. I was seated at the counter, so got a panoramic view of the kitchen stations in action. The kitchen energy was positive, with a strong comraderie emanating all around between sous chefs, waitstaff and others. The amuse bouche featured a pleasing egg meringue shell topped with savory, tomato infused filling. My swordfish tataki was cut into generous cubes, allowing me to enjoy the chew of the well cooked fish, and was accompanied by a pleasant, Mediterranean sauce. The chef comped me an additional small bite of fish crudo, which was refreshing and perfectly spiced, as well as a glass of sweet, non-alcoholic wine which I really enjoyed. The lamb pasta "small plate" was a very filling portion of unique ridged radiatori encasing shredded lamb - savory and robust, but lacked wow factor. I selected the yodel for dessert, and since it's 2025, of course it was a Dubai Yodel. The liquid nitro pistachio pearls were a nice temperature and texture contrast with the yodel shell and kataifi pastry pieces. As though I wasn't already stuffed, I received an apple cinammon flavored Turkish delight square to close the meal. Generous details such as this are one of the reasons that J&I has persevered and continues to thrive in SD's competitive dining environment. read more

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MY GOD, Juniper & Ivy is TOP TIER!! I was in town for a conference and came here for dinner with some coworkers after seeing all of their great reviews. We took a uber to and from, but I do believe they had a valet service as you pull up. I liked that the location was a bit removed from the chaos of downtown and the gas lamp quarter. The aesthetic, interior and decor of the inside was lush and very well-designed while also still feeling cozy and homey. There was a cute little waiting area near the bar as we waited for our reservation table. What I think truly sets this place apart for me is that they hit all three of my restaurant categories: food/drinks, customer service, and aesthetic/decor! I can't remember our servers name but he was exceptional. Friendly, personable, conscious of preferences/dietary restrictions, knew the menu very well and gave thoughtful recommendations and also was telling us about the history of the restaurant and owner We ordered a bunch of different dishes and shared everything including (can't remember the exact menu names of each item): bone marrow, steak tartar, cauliflower, steak, shrimp pasta with caviar, and an apple dessert. I wanted to lick the plate of every single dish it was so good. I would absolutely eat here again! read more

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My wife and I had a wonderful dinner at Juniper and Ivy. Delicious food impeccably presented with outstanding service. Truly, our service was what one always hopes for in fine dining for but so rarely receives these days. Our primary did an excellent job helping us select our meal. She was attentive, supportive and a pleasure to talk with, yet also discreet. Plates were well-timed. Our water glasses always seemed to be full although I rarely noticed it happening. All of our entrees were delicious. Favorites? Probably, first, the Hokkaido Scallop starter. The scallops themselves were huge, perfectly cooked with a crusted chili crunch topping and served with a delicious miso butter sauce. Not overly spicy, the flavors meshed perfectly. I also loved the Miso Black Cod (especially because it's a dish one can rarely find near the East Coast where we live.) Any misses? Not really, although the Pâté de Campagne was prepared as very rustic. It was tasty but I found it difficult to eat with the bread, Overall, I recommend Juniper and Ivy as a great place to celebrate an event, enjoy a date, or just have an excellent evening dinner away from the house. read more

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An amazing restaurant with a really cool vibe. We ordered the octopus which was so tender and flavorful. For my entree I had the rigatoni which was absolutely delicious. My girlfriend had the chicken dish which was very flavorful. For dessert we had the cheesecake. We will definitely go back again. read more

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Juniper and Ivy is amazing every time I go. The food is killer, always so flavorable with sizable portions. The servers are always so knowledgeable about the menu, and the overall atmosphere makes this place great for date nights or special occasions. Highly recommend. read more

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A beautiful evening where my husband and I were literally in a trance. It was our first evening out post baby. The best date night. We sat at the counter and told our server to surprise us with whatever he recommended. Every single dish was incredible! Super fresh and packed with flavors. The scallop was probably our favorite, which had the perfect hint of spice and literally left us speechless. It was so fun to sit at the counter and see the team working together. The dishes were like magic! We enjoyed a nice glass of red wine and my husband had a white wine that paired perfectly with our dishes. We were able to chat with the sommelier to find the perfect glass and he definitely delivered. A great spot to sit for hours feeling like you had no where to be for a moment. This restaurant is great for a date night but also seems to be good with a group! Only got one picture because we were enjoying ourselves so much! Would def be back! read more

Juniper and Ivy - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

I met a relative for dinner. They opened the door early to let me in. We ordered the whole fried snapper with a plate of Persian cucumber and bok choy to supplement the fish. Additionally, we had the prime flat iron which looked like medium rare sliced steak well marbled. yum. Our service was impeccable. When ever we needed anything whether it was an explanation of the menu are more coffee, our waiter was always there. The restaurant was a home run. I would return. read more

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Great spot to enjoy fresh seafood and very personalized experience for celebrating events! Came to celebrate our anniversary and the staff couldn't miss! They had specially-labeled menus along with extra care and attention all meal. Thanks so much for serving us, Keila!!! The drinks were good but not especially outstanding The food was really yummy for the most part. The melons and feta salad was summer/fall on a plate and we came so close to ordering another. Not for everyone, but as a fan of organ meats/proteins, this was sooooo good. The Hokkaido scallop was also very memorable. Sticky buns were such a good sweet finish to the meal, as well Both the steak tartare and the bluefin curd were good but fell below expectations set by the other dishes. Love the freshness of the dishes and will definitely be back! Cheers, Juniper & Ivy! read more

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