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Paradisaea

$50 and over

Californian

Paradisaea

4.7

$50 and over

Californian

La Jolla

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2 people

12 Dec 2024

20:00

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Innovative

A celebration of food, cocktails, art, and warm hospitality. Housed in the historic Piano Building, in the heart of the vibrant community of Bird Rock, Paradisaea is a destination restaurant and bar, that San Diegans frequent for crave-able, accessible fare, executed at the highest level.

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: Paradisaea comes from culinary industry heavyweights, including an Eleven Madison Park alum. Its mid-century tropical interiors, imaginative tiki cocktails, and fresh-caught fish entrees mean it's a casual spot that’s equal parts neighborhood gem and dream date-night destination.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Bar Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 255-8011
Website
http://www.paradisaea.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
5680 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037-7523
Area
La Jolla
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Menu
US$125.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Make your experience at Paradisaea even more memorable by joining us for our wonderful Chef's Menu where Jeff Armstrong will take you on a beautiful food journey.
Christmas Eve Dinner at Paradisaea
US$125.00 per person
24 Dec 2024 only
Experience an exquisite Christmas Eve at Paradisaea, where Chef Jeff Armstrong has curated a delightful four-course menu for your enjoyment. We look forward to hosting you and your loved ones for an elegant and memorable holiday gathering. Please see our menu on our open table page in the menu tab! Price is $120/person and $60/kids
NYE CELEBRATION AT PARADISAEA
US$135.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Come celebrate the end of 2024 with us at Paradisaea. Chef Jeff Armstrong has curated a delightful four-course menu for your enjoyment. We look forward to hosting you and your loved ones for an elegant and festive gathering. Please see our menu on our open table page in the menu tab! Price is $125/person and $65/kids

Popular dishes

Coconut Crème BrûléeUS$15.00
rum braised pineapple, coconut praline
Tarte TatinUS$15.00
farmers market apples, hazelnut brittle, vanilla ice cream
ChocolateUS$18.00
gâteau Marcel, crystalized chocolate, chocolaté sorbet bitter orange
Baba's CakeUS$15.00
olive oil cake, Valencia orange syrup, whipped cream
Strauss Milk and Honey SundaeUS$15.00
soft serve, honey oat shortbread, avocado blossom honey
AffogatoUS$13.00
vanilla ice cream and espresso
Seasonal Ice Cream and SorbetsUS$15.00

Drinks

The WhalerUS$20.00
stars milk soft serve, bourbon cream, grand mariner, coffee liquor, cocoa rum
Sandeman Cream SherryUS$16.00
Lustau Pedro Ximenez SherryUS$16.00
Sandeman Ruby PortoUS$13.00
Amaro NoninoUS$19.00
Amaro MelettiUS$13.00
LazzaroniUS$13.00
Château Laribatte, Sauternes, France 2022US$22.00
Banyuls Rimage, Roussillon, France, 2012US$19.00

What 559 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

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

San Diego
Californian
San Diego
Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Paradisaea offers an unforgettable dining experience with "amazing food and service," making it perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "unique and appealing ambiance" and the "exceptional culinary journey." While the menu is creative and refined, some find it "a bit pricey." Overall, Paradisaea promises a memorable visit with its passionate dedication to detail.

559 Reviews

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Sharon
New York City
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was just great!! Great drinks and veal milanese to die for!!
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Jennifer
London
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful experience. I love this stylish restaurant, exquisite food and friendly, yet professional staff. 5 stars!
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Dr. Bill
San Diego
238 reviews
vip
5.0
238 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food & yummy cocktails once again, only neg is new auto 5%,”Service Charge” on top of their already high prices, not allowing customers to TIP their gift or present or bonus $$$ to servers/helpers. Owners trying to force & “squeeze” their own customers to pay more to them besides food & bev prices is a not smart action. Cheap, a TURN-OFF, low-class, aggressive, no bueno.
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David
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was everything we expected and more! The ambiance, the culinary adventure, the fabulous and knowledgeable wait staff, the pianist, and the interior decor were utterly fabulous! DEFINITELY will go back!
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Gretchen
Los Angeles
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time dining at Paradisaea. We had a great experience. The service was 5+ stars, the team really exceeded our expectations. There was a mix up in communication on one of our entrees but they went above and beyond to make it right. The food was amazing, we had the fresh baked sourdough starter, Chicken and Trout entrees, the ravioli and Creme Brulee for dessert. We will be back!
1 person found this helpful
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David
San Diego
51 reviews
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A great, low-key dinner in our favorite neighborhood locale. The chef's menu (salad, chicken with fantastic glaze, dessert) was particularly satisfying for my wife.
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Estee
San Diego
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best steaks I’ve ever had, great food and drinks and ambiance
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Patty
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and cocktails. Service was amazing and so was the ambience, but like others have mentioned the serving sizes are incredibly small given the price point.
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Analina
San Diego
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Paradisaea is on of my favorite restaurants in San Diego. Always excellent food and service.
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Paul
Thailand
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Hostess not present at front to greet patrons. My wife had to go find her in the back and when she did the hostess had an attitude with my wife. The service was great to start with then it felt like we were abandoned. We went 20 minutes without anyone checking on the table and waited 30 minutes for the check. The food was cool and had very little flavor. The steak served is advertised as a Snake River Farms Gold Wagyu NYS, it is not. The meat was tough and full of gristle. I eat SRF on a regular basis and their wagyu is so tender you can almost cut it with a fork. The ambience was great. The seats are comfortable.
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FAQs

Paradisaea is rated 4.7 stars by 559 OpenTable diners.

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

Paradisaea

4.7

$50 and over

Californian

La Jolla

Make a booking

2 people

12 Dec 2024

20:00

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

5680 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037-7523

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
La Jolla
Hours of Operation
Bar Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.paradisaea.com/
Phone number
(858) 255-8011

Paradisaea

Paradisaea

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Why they're an Icon

Dining areas

Additional information

Chef's Menu

Christmas Eve Dinner at Paradisaea

NYE CELEBRATION AT PARADISAEA

Steak Frites

Scallops

Hokkaido Scallops

Desserts

Coconut Crème BrûléeUS$15.00

Tarte TatinUS$15.00

ChocolateUS$18.00

Baba's CakeUS$15.00

Strauss Milk and Honey SundaeUS$15.00

AffogatoUS$13.00

Seasonal Ice Cream and SorbetsUS$15.00

Drinks

The WhalerUS$20.00

Sandeman Cream SherryUS$16.00

Lustau Pedro Ximenez SherryUS$16.00

Sandeman Ruby PortoUS$13.00

Amaro NoninoUS$19.00

Amaro MelettiUS$13.00

LazzaroniUS$13.00

Château Laribatte, Sauternes, France 2022US$22.00

Banyuls Rimage, Roussillon, France, 2012US$19.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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Paradisaea

Make a booking

Dining areas

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