Botanica

4.7

29 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

23:00

Booked 29 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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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
Area
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
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

Botanica Kaiseki Dinner Experience-5 course meal
US$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
US$75.00 per person
6 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 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
US$10.00 per person
Prepaid
5 Jan 2025 only
11:30
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 29 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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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!

30 Reviews

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Kaliyani
VIP
San Diego
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible 5 course meal experience. Our server was very knowledgeable on the menu and offered excellent choices for drinks to pair well with the dishes. This was my first visit and I’ll definitely return! 10/10
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Jada
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was so cute! I went on a chill vibe to get a drink with my friend and it was so so cute.
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MIchael
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 11 December 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 8 December 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 23 November 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 14 November 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 10 November 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 10 November 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 10 November 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 26 October 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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Botanica is rated 4.7 stars by 29 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

23:00

Booked 29 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.
Area
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
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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 booking

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 29 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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