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Botanica, San Diego, CA

Botanica

4.6
4.6
28 Reviews
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 9 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, 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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Janina Garay
  • Private party facilities
    We have a lovely front patio, back garden, and dining room available for private events.
  • Neighbourhood
    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, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

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!
    Botanica Kaiseki Dinner Experience-5 course meal photo
  • New Years Eve Disco Dinner Party

    US$75.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    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 with a welcome drink included. We will have options for beverage pairings as well. After 9, 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.* Check out the menu in the photo section!
    New Years Eve Disco Dinner Party photo
  • Holiday Burlesque Brunch December 22nd

    US$10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 22, 2024 only
    11:30 a.m.
    Ginger N. Whiskey presents: Tropical Holiday Soirée—Birds of Paradise! A lush omakase oasis of tantalizing tropicalia awaits. 🍹✨ 📅 Join us on December 22nd 🌴 Brunch seatings begin at 11:30 AM **Tickets include:** 🎟️ **$69**: 6-piece chef's omakase, *unlimited craft cocktails*, and front-row Green Couch seating. 🎟️ **$50**: 6-piece omakase, à la carte cocktails, table seating. 🎟️ **$25**: Show only, bar seating; all items à la carte. 🌟 Indulge in bottomless drinks, a chef-curated brunch, and live performances—a culinary journey to paradise! This ticket is a deposit; full payment is required at the venue.

What 28 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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
  1. 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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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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 4.6 stars by 28 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Botanica

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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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
    Cocktail Bar, 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
    Janina Garay
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 310-6370
  • Private party facilities
    We have a lovely front patio, back garden, and dining room available for private events.
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