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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
19:00
Booked 43 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 harbour 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

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Asian, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00 Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 17:00–00:00 Thu–Sat 17:00–01:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
    3. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2021
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Cross Street
    Grape St
  • Parking details
    Valet is available for $10.00 Cash or $12.00 Credit Card.
  • Entertainment
    Live Djs Thursday-Saturday + occasional live bands (call venue for nightly entertainment)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Small Cabana Reservation

    US$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.
  • Chef's Table May 21st

    US$260.00 per person

    Prepaid

    21 May 2025 only
    This experience is available for parties of minimum of 1 guest up to 8 guests maximum, at $260 per person tax and gratuity included. ** All purchases are final sale.

What 1,442 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Contemporary American

  • San Diego

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kettner Exchange dazzles with its "amazing food" and "outstanding service," making it a top choice in San Diego. The restaurant's "creatively inspired Asian fusion" dishes and "fantastic cocktails" shine, complemented by a "gorgeous atmosphere" and "vibrant location." Ideal for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings, it's a must-visit destination.
1,442 Reviews
  1. Charles

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and the service was the best we've had in a long time at a restaurant.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It is definitely very packed and social on Friday nights. We made a reservation, hoping for a nice dinner, since we loved the food there. We were seated in the lounge area, right when the DJ started playing and crowds were gathering all around our table. We could not hear each other nor could we enjoy our food. I definitely have to say that the food is still amazing, a little overpriced for the portions.

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  3. Brett

    Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nothing but positive things to say about Kettner Exchange. Authentic ingredients and menu items. Creatively inspired Asian fusion cocktails and tapas plates. Definitely recommend-- 5 stars all around.

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  4. betsyq

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food in a great location. Can’t wait to try the rooftop bar next time we come!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fabulous meal and outstanding service! One of my favorite restaurants in San Diego.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant but beware they add a 6% service charge which is annoying 🙄.

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  7. Les VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Tithe food and service were excellent. We were seated on the patio, which was very pleasant, until live music began. It was too loud.

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  8. Judy VIP

    San Diego9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    1st time here. Server Chablis was outstanding and the rest of the staff were on their game. Food was delicious and would definitely come back.

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  9. Thu

    San Diego2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Michelin rated small plates. Cocktails were okay, maybe bc of what I ordered (Post Malone Water). We ordered duck legs, duck meatball, mapo, lamb szechuan noodles, and grilled chicken and potatoes. Each was delicious, some more substantial than others. The bothersome aspect was the music, felt like being in an H&M store, difficult to converse. $10 valet was convenient but it quickly became full and others in our party had to park at Ace on a Saturday ($40). Our server was great. Marked a menu for gluten free dishes for one in our party, was patient and informative with us. We were a party of six. Would we go again? Probably not bc of the music alone and so many other restaurants to try. This was our first time.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    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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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 1442 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 43 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
  • Cross Street
    Grape St
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00 Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 17:00–00:00 Thu–Sat 17:00–01:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Asian, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet is available for $10.00 Cash or $12.00 Credit Card.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live Djs Thursday-Saturday + occasional live bands (call venue for nightly entertainment)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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