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4.7
- 4.4Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.6Ambience
- 4.3Value
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Botanica
4.7
32 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
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2 people
2 Jan 2025
19:00
Experiences are available.
- Charming
- Great for creative cocktails
- Great for happy hour
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesJapanese, Tapas / Small Plates, Sushi
- Hours of OperationTue–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00
- Phone number(619) 310-6370
- Website
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Executive ChefAdrian Villarreal
- Private party facilitiesWe have a lovely front patio, back garden, and dining room available for private events.
- AreaNorth Park
- Cross StreetWe are at the corner of Herman and University Avenue, right next to CVS.
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Public transitClose to the 7 train
- AdditionalBar/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
US$55.00 per person
Multiple dates availableIndulge 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!
Tropicalia Burlesque Brunch January 5th
US$10.00 per person
Prepaid
5 Jan 2025 only11:30Ginger 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.Tropicalia Burlesque Brunch January 19th
US$10.00 per person
Prepaid
19 Jan 2025 only11:30Ginger N. Whiskey presents *Birds of Paradise: A Lush Omakase Oasis of Tantalizing Tropicalia Join us on January 22nd 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 32 people are saying
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32 Reviews
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Scott
Washington DC
1 review
2.01 review
Dined 1 day ago
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 3
- Ambience 5
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Kevin
VIPSan Diego
30 reviews
5.030 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Kaliyani
VIPSan Diego
12 reviews
5.012 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Jada
San Diego
1 review
5.01 review
Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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MIchael
San Diego
10 reviews
5.010 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Fernanda
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Vince
San Diego
6 reviews
5.06 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Geena
Calgary
14 reviews
5.014 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Michelle
San Diego
4 reviews
5.04 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Kiki
San Diego
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Botanica is rated 4.7 stars by 32 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a booking
2 people
2 Jan 2025
19:00
Experiences are available.
3139 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104-2008
Dining areas
Additional information
- Cross StreetWe are at the corner of Herman and University Avenue, right next to CVS.
- AreaNorth Park
- Hours of OperationTue–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesJapanese, Tapas / Small Plates, Sushi
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Public transitClose to the 7 train
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive ChefAdrian Villarreal
- AdditionalBar/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
- Phone number(619) 310-6370
- Private party facilitiesWe have a lovely front patio, back garden, and dining room available for private events.