Botanica

4.7

28 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Great for happy hour

Botanica is a craft cocktail bar offering an exquisite selection of unique cocktails inspired by classic paintings. Our sexy and inviting space is perfect for enjoying artfully crafted drinks paired with delectable small bites. Step into our lounge and experience a fusion of artistic elegance and sophisticated flavors.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Tapas / Small Plates, Sushi
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(619) 310-6370
Website
https://botanicabarsd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Adrian Villarreal
Private party facilities
We have a lovely front patio, back garden, and dining room available for private events.

Location
3139 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104-2008
Neighborhood
North Park
Cross street
We are at the corner of Herman and University Avenue, right next to CVS.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Close to the 7 train
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Botanica Kaiseki Dinner Experience-5 course meal
$55.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Indulge in a modern multi-course dining adventure inspired by traditional Japanese kaiseki! Enjoy five exquisite courses, including Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice with its sake pairing, flavorful Yakitori skewers, Wild Mushroom Polenta, signature sushi rolls, and a decadent dessert. Join us for an unforgettable fusion of Japanese flavors and Botanica's creative touch, all for $55 per person. Perfect for food lovers seeking a unique culinary journey or a great date night!
New Years Eve Disco Dinner at Botanica
$75.00 per person
Dec 6, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Botanica! 🌟✨ Ring in 2025 with an unforgettable evening of Japanese-inspired elegance, culinary delight, and vibrant disco vibes! Indulge in a decadent 5-course dinner crafted with exquisite flavors and seasonal ingredients, paired perfectly to transport your senses. After dinner, let the night ignite with disco beats and dancing under dazzling lights, setting the stage for a celebration to remember. Join us for an evening where tradition meets glamour, and say goodbye to 2024 in the most stylish way possible. Tickets are limited—reserve your spot now! 🎶🍣💃 *Doors open at 5 PM . 21+ only.*
Tropicalia Burlesque Brunch January 5th
$10.00 per person
Prepaid
Jan 5, 2025 only
11:30 AM
Ginger N. Whiskey presents *Birds of Paradise: A Lush Omakase Oasis of Tantalizing Tropicalia*. Join us on January 5th for a tropical-inspired brunch seatings starting at 11:30 PM. For $69, enjoy bottomless drinks and a chef's brunch omakase, a culinary journey to a tropical paradise, with live performances. Ticket options: - $69: 6-piece chef's omakase, unlimited craft cocktails, front row Green Couches seating. - $50: 6-piece omakase, à la carte cocktails, table seating. - $25: Show ticket only, bar seating. All other items à la carte. This ticket is just a deposit, tickets to be fully paid at venue.

What 28 people are saying

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

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Botanica charms with its "absolutely fantastic cocktails," "creative small plates," and "great vibes." The atmosphere is lively yet intimate, perfect for a date night or casual outing. Patrons rave about the "unique and well-crafted" drinks and attentive service. A true gem for cocktail enthusiasts in San Diego!

28 Reviews

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MIchael
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot for a craft cocktail. Tuesdays are Tini Tuesdays with a large selection of specials!
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Fernanda
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unique artisanal cocktails and amazing service. Love the ambiance. It’s lively and romantic but not too loud. Perfect place to have a conversation over fantastic drinks.
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Vince
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really enjoyed something unique with creative small plates and cocktails
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Geena
Calgary
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Loved our evening here-absolutely fantastic cocktails and great vibes. Highly recommend
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Michelle
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time. The cocktails are delicious. Don’t miss the espresso martini.
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Kiki
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So good ;) drinks amazing. Beautiful aesthetics. Bartender Bismarki was excellent.
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Arturo
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I recently visited Botanica in San Diego and had a really enjoyable experience. The drinks were excellent—unique and well-crafted. The food was good too, with options that paired nicely with our drinks. Our server gave us some great recommendations, which made the evening even better. All in all, a nice spot for a night out.
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Timothy
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Noise was high as we had to really lean in to converse at the high tables, however there was a female Asian server with dyed hair that made our experience absolutely amazing. Food was great, churros were bomb, almost a perfect night except the noise level and how packed/cramped it was in there. That as the only fault I could find. Really great place to come like a upscale dive bar.
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Maria
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hermosa experiencia! Lindo lugar para ir de cita.. la comida es justa solo para dos.. no recomendable ir en grupos grandes. Los martes hay un menú especial de todo por 5 y 10 dólares :)
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MartinaT
New Orleans
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Servers and host were so friendly, very cool artwork and very unique and tasty cocktails. Would definitely come back
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FAQs

Botanica is rated 4.7 stars by 28 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

3139 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104-2008

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
We are at the corner of Herman and University Avenue, right next to CVS.
Neighborhood
North Park
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Tapas / Small Plates, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Close to the 7 train
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Adrian Villarreal
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
https://botanicabarsd.com/
Phone number
(619) 310-6370
Private party facilities
We have a lovely front patio, back garden, and dining room available for private events.

Botanica

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Botanica Kaiseki Dinner Experience-5 course meal

New Years Eve Disco Dinner at Botanica

Tropicalia Burlesque Brunch January 5th

Menu

What 28 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Botanica restaurant rated?

Is Botanica currently accepting reservations?

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