Black Radish

First time there. Just passed it on the way home a few time's and wanted to check it out because it looked like a cool place. The service was absolutely excellent. The Bartender is very friendly and talented. My cocktail was very creative and tasty. Small and pricey, but worth it because of the flavors. My friend and I ordered the 4 course meal and split it. The presentation was superb and the flavors were on point and beyond. Was pleasantly surprised about how fabulous the flavors were. Very pricey, but I would recommend this place. Not one thing to complain about. Next time I will not share my food. The four course meal is a perfect meal.

We absolutely loved coming here to celebrate our marriage. One of our new fav restaurants in San Diego. Service and food was fantastic. Tasting menu was a great price. Def needs to be on the Michelin Guide.

This establishment is an exceptional dining establishment that greatly impressed me. The staff exhibited exceptional helpfulness and friendliness. The ambiance was reminiscent of the Latin District in Paris, exuding a bohemian atmosphere without the distraction of loud music, allowing for comfortable conversation. The cocktails were truly remarkable, a testament to the skill of the mixologist, Kelly. While I could have indulged in another cocktail, we had brought two bottles of wine, an Amarone and a Pinot Noir, to complement the meal. The cuisine is a fusion of modern Californian and French influences, showcasing the talent of the chef. They are accommodating to dietary restrictions, such as food allergies. The pork belly is highly recommended, and I also thoroughly enjoyed the pear salad. For my main course, I savored the exceptional duck breast, which was moist, tender, and bursting with flavor. Be sure to save room for their seasonal desserts, which are equally delightful. Overall, this establishment ranks among one of my my favorite restaurants in San Diego.

Let's just cut to the chase... we have a new favorite restaurant! Black Radish was recommended to us by some good friends that also appreciate great food. They said it was one of their favorite. We showed up right when they opened at 5. We had a reservation for later that evening, but were starving so we headed there early in hopes of them being able to seat us early. They were more than happy to accommodate us. The entire staff was warm & welcoming. Shout out to Lucas & Kelly for taking such amazing care of us our entire visit. We had noted in the reservation that we were celebrating love, and they generously brought us 2 flutes of champagne. When we mentioned that we were on an alcohol break, the immediately swapped it out for some delicious non-alcoholic bubbly! Generally, N/A wines are overly sweet, but this was quite subtle and delicious. Actually, subtle flavors was the theme of the evening. We were excited to be informed that most of their cocktails could be made as mocktails. We eagerly ordered our first round. These mocktails were AMAZING! We could definitely appreciate the use of N/A spirits as opposed to other places that just make mocktails with juices. I had a blueberry smash & in no way did I miss the bourbon. The smokiness the N/A spirits added were (again) subtle, but added a complexity to the mocktail that made it amazing. We ordered 4 mocktails in total and they were all incredible. We cannot wait to go back and try some more & have those again. But wait, there's more greatness! The food was delightful. Once again, all of the flavors were so subtle and blended together so well. We did the 4 course pre fixe menu, and left satiated, but not overly food. They even had GF options for ever course for my wife who is celiac and for some of the courses, she even had multiple options. My wife is going back this week with a friend & I've already made a reservation for our anniversary towards the end of November. I cannot wait to go back!

I have been lucky enough to dine at Black Radish multiple times over the past few years since they opened. Kelly is always our kind and knowledgeable server. There is pure passion put into their seasonal menus. The handmade Vadouvan spiced ravioli was my favorite this fall. The seafood is always cooked to perfection and they source high quality ingredients only. My husband is always delighted by the beef course. Please go for a special occasion. They have a sommelier wine pairing to go with the prefixe menu. Or a mocktail if so inclined. Don’t wait- make a reservation today for your fine dining needs.

Elevated cuisine and small plates in a earthy yet chic environment. Small plates can be ordered prix fie, one from each course, or a la carte. Cocktails were all enjoyable and a large selection of wines as well. For me, the highlights were the appetizer cheese plate, the pork belly, the duck breast, and the onion soup. My parents also enjoyed the seabass and the mushroom polenta. Desserts were OK but I wish I'd gotten the pavlova over the bread pudding. Parking somewhat limited on the street and residential neighborhood.

It’s not every day you stumble upon a restaurant where every element feels effortlessly perfect, but Black Radish is exactly that kind of place. The food? Out of this world—every dish was a masterpiece, bursting with flavour and crafted with care. You’ll be thinking about it long after your plate is cleared. The service? Charming, authentic, and endlessly kind. It’s rare to feel so genuinely welcomed, but the staff here set a new standard for hospitality—accommodating every need without missing a beat. Honestly, this was one of the best meals I’ve ever had. If you’re debating whether to visit, stop thinking and just go. Black Radish is more than a meal; it’s an experience you’ll savour long after the last bite.

Food is excellent! Modern & beautifully presented. Sauces are outstanding. One advice is portions are minimalist & gorgeous, but small, so don’t come starving. I loved the starter taster they sent to the table & also little plate of truffles that came with the check. Cocktails also top notch!

Had dinner here for my birthday. We ordered one (or more) each of almost everything on the menu to share among the six of us. The food and service were excellent. I especially loved the cod entree. Love this place for a special occasion splurge! It's a relatively small restaurant, so make sure you make a reservation and don't miss out! Finally: don't count on the menu on the website being accurate. Apparently, it hasn't been updated since the Fall.

What a beautiful and delicious dinner that has service with a smile. Courses were timed perfectly as we got the prefixe meal, which is a four course meal for about $89. The seafood was well cooked and not overly done so nothing was chewy. The cod was seared nicely. The duck breast was a perfect crisp and cooked well to where it's still juicy. I only saw one vegetarian dish that I can recall, which is a mushroom main dish. We'll probably have to go back and try that. Don't even get me started about the dessert - they only had three items on there - a Pavlova, which was citrus forward, but my husband got the Apple pie and it was amazing. Didn't even look like an apple pie actually came out looking like a white pudding on top, but it was cinnamon flavored and when you got into it, there was the apple bite and apple crumb in there. Truly amazing and a creative display contrast to what you would think of a normal Apple pie/tart. Wine selection is immense and on power pricing. I definitely also got some mixed drinks here which were phenomenal. I would just come back here to get some drinks. Definitely is a good drink spot because we saw a lot of other people there at the bar or just having a catch-up session with their friends. Ambience of picked up a little bit so it was moderate noise as a place filled up closer to 6:30 PM. Great date spot or just a small catch-up session with one to two people. The tables are a little on the smaller side, although in the middle of the room, they had two large tables that could sit 6 to 8 people. Street parking only -I didn't have any problems coming right when they opened at 5 o'clock. Cute little corner location. Definitely would come back here again for the service and the amazing food.

Went on a Friday evening. The tables were not all full, but the seats at the bar stayed mostly full the whole time we were there. If you want a table, I would still recommend a reservation. Our server came over quickly to introduce herself, but didn't rush us on drinks. She gave us a few minutes and came back for our order. She also asked if we had questions, and was very helpful in answering. Our drinks came out, and I really enjoyed the Empress Gin Cocktail. I also had a glass of red wine later (an Italian wine I believe), which was also quite good. Between the 4 of us, we opted to get 4 of the first courses and 4 of the thirds. None of us are big dessert people, so the tasting option just didn't really make sense for us. As far as the firsts, nothing was bad, but we also didn't feel wowed - especially for the size/price. The crudo was probably my favorite, and the pumpkin my least favorite. Unless you are a vegetarian, I would skip that one. As far as the thirds, my husband and I shared the striploin and the duck breast. Our server suggested medium rare, which is what we would have done, but that was definitely the right choice. These 2 items were delicious. Cooked perfectly, tender, and seasoned just right. The veggies with both were also very good. Definitely the highlights of our food! The atmosphere was perfect. Dimly lit, but not so dark that you couldn't see the menu. I love the little corner location. Service was great (actually maybe a little too fast on the firsts). As many others said though, the price for the amount of food is a bit high. It's probably one of the most expensive places we have been for a dinner in SD, and we have eaten at the higher end spots in Little Italy and downtown. While we enjoyed our experience, I don't know how often I would return.

The food was great. But the service was abysmal. And when the bill is $265, the service has better come with it to provide an experience that justifies it. We sat down at the bar & took 10 mins to finally get the attention of the bartender to put our drink order in. We wasted no time to also place our food order in as we already had enough time to look over the menu. Then, no words, no check in to see how we were doing. It took us to flag the bartender down to get a second round of drinks in. The bar has 6 seats total. At first, we gave a benefit of doubt that maybe a lot of orders were coming in. But then, he was taking care of the other clients (who were white), engaging with them the entire time. With us, barely a couple of sentences the entire 2 hours we were there and only when we were getting our drinks in. Not sure if it was because we were Asian & Mexican. When your clients sat directly in front of you, there is really no excuse for the neglect. It is unfortunate for such service. I dont think it worths it to spend my hard-earned money at restaurants to be ignored.

Let's just cut to the chase... we have a new favorite restaurant! Black Radish was recommended to us by some good friends that also appreciate great food. They said it was one of their favorite. We showed up right when they opened at 5. We had a reservation for later that evening, but were starving so we headed there early in hopes of them being able to seat us early. They were more than happy to accommodate us. The entire staff was warm & welcoming. Shout out to Lucas & Kelly for taking such amazing care of us our entire visit. We had noted in the reservation that we were celebrating love, and they generously brought us 2 flutes of champagne. When we mentioned that we were on an alcohol break, the immediately swapped it out for some delicious non-alcoholic bubbly! Generally, N/A wines are overly sweet, but this was quite subtle and delicious. Actually, subtle flavors was the theme of the evening. We were excited to be informed that most of their cocktails could be made as mocktails. We eagerly ordered our first round. These mocktails were AMAZING! We could definitely appreciate the use of N/A spirits as opposed to other places that just make mocktails with juices. I had a blackberry smash & in no way did I miss the bourbon. The smokiness the N/A spirits added were (again) subtle, and added a complexity to the mocktail that made it amazing. We ordered 4 mocktails in total and they were all incredible. We cannot wait to go back and try some more & have those again. But wait, there's more greatness! The food was delightful. Once again, all of the flavors were so subtle and blended together so well. We did the 4 course pre fixe menu, and left satiated, but not overly food. They even had GF options for ever course for my wife who is celiac and for some of the courses, she even had multiple options. My wife is going back this week with a friend & I've already made a reservation for our anniversary towards the end of November. I cannot wait to go back!

Was in the north park area and got a hot tip to go "down the hill" and boy am I glad that I did. The Black Radish was a cute little ups ale spot with lots to offer! I sat at the bar, where bar manager Adam was very knowledgeable about the menu and super friendly. I tried a new to me varietal of wine that was amazing. I was interested in trying the pre fixed menu but didn't have the time so I'd love to go back! After a really tasty amuse bouche I ordered the petite cheddar biscuits with chive butter and for something a little more substantial, I got the duck linguine. Everything was full of flavor. Do note, the portions are small but are intended to be part of a multi course meal. They also finished with a toasted marshmallow amuse bouche dessert. While sitting at the bar, was able to chat with the owner John who was great. Definitely interested in trying one of their themed dinners. Also, don't sleep on checking out the bathroom- was very cool lol.

Wonderful experience all around. We did the tasting menu which we thought was an amazing value. Cocktails were also great, I'd try going for the fish - very different flavor than what you'd get anywhere else and really tasty. We are coming back for sure

Some of the dishes were okay, but overall the quality and flavor of the food was not worth the price. Almost everything needed salt, more flavor, more seasoning

what we ordered | 4 course pre fix menu ($89) | Pineaperol | Gnocchi | Consomme | Wagyu Bavette | Chocolate Bouchon | Madeline with chocolate orange Taste | Pineaperol | this drink was very fruity and sweet and strong. coudn't taste the alcohol Gnocchi | the gnocchi and sauce was delicious. lots of flavor. this came with rabbit which was also tender. Prawn | this was also very good. nice kick and smoky flavor. Consomme | this soup was light and simple. the dumplings were yummy and the filling was so good. came with some sour bread and butter with hawaiian salt. Wagyu Bavette | the wagyu was a bit tough to chew but good flavor and cooked to medium rare. good flavor and the feta was a nice touch. the yukon potatoes were in potato chip form so add that nice crisp texture and the flavor was strong. (this dish is +$9 on top of the prefixe) Chocolate Bouchon | this had a crispy outer layer with a soft gooey center. the chocolate flavor was delicious and the passionfruit added a good amount of tartness to the dessert Madeline with chocolate orange | these were moist and light and the hint of orange was perfect. (this was not part of the menu but they gave it to us at the end the meal! Service | our server Kelli and the bartender Alex were awesome. Kelli went through her recommended dishes and as dishes came out they explained the dishes. great experience. a few tables opened up so Kelli gave us the option on where we'd prefer to sit. we decided to sit by the window. Parking | street Notes | make a reservation for this spot. their menu rotates but they've kept dishes from their previous menus as well. really enjoyed my experience here!

We are foodies and winos and well traveled. I chose this restaurant to Find a trendy, sexy, delicious restaurant for my husband's birthday. We brought a $400 bottle of wine. We spent 30 min driving in circles trying to find parking as there is only street parking. We got there at 6:30, our reservation was at 6:00pm. The hostess and waitress kindly let us know the 30mins we spent looking for parking would be deducted from our 2hr time limit and we needed to leave by 8pm. The food was bland-raviolis were undercooked, noting was delicious, I was hungry after I finished my main after eating the 3 course prefixed menu. It was my husbands birthday and the took the dessert away when we still had a bite left and 2 full glasses of wine and let us know we were mins past our 2hr mark and were asked to leave. They said we could drink our wine outside on their heated patio but I was wearing a short dress and it's January. The waitress say my husband pour his wine glass back into our bottle to save it and she just walked away as if that was acceptable to her. When we left, the couple sitting at the end of the booth seating and a couple sitting at a 2 top table at the entrance were STILL enjoying themselves. We were quiet, we both ordered the prefixed menu and a cocktail each. I called prior to our reso to inform we were just outside looking for parking, we came in happy and pleasant and shared conversation with our neighboring guests. I am disgusted after paying $270 to be asked to leave before we even finished our dessert and wine. The food wasn't even good! Instead-go to the market!

Every time we eat here, we are impressed. The food and its presentation is impeccable, creative and delicious. The pre-fix dinner is the best deal around. The service is always exemplary - friendly and knowledgeable. The drinks and wine are absolutely top notch. And the space is beautifully decorated, combining inviting and warm with modern and sophisticated. The menu also changes regularly. I can't recommend this place more.

The food was very overpriced for the portion size but the quality was fantastic! It's a great place to drink a couple of glasses of wine and yap. the waitresses are very friendly and gave amazing recommendations. Very comfortable seating and the lighting really sets a comfortable mood.

My girlfriend and I dined here. First off, I will say we both loved the dining experience! The food, service, and ambience was exceptional and we'd go again! It was relaxing and not loud so we could have a conversation over dinner. We ordered several of the starters, a soup, two of the main courses, and dessert. Everything we tried exceeded expectations except one dish we both agreed was whatever. The only caveat (which is to be expected at higher end or upscale restaurants) was small portions, so be prepared for that. We joked afterwards how we both probably consumed less than 1K calories lol. We did end up visiting a place after for a pizza and wings & a dessert cafe to be satisfied. But, portion size should be expected at a place like this anyway. Our bill with tip was around $250.

Sorry to say but this was a miss for me. Our server was nice and attentive so I added an extra star. We were seated at 6:40 and didn't finish our meal until 9:10. This was way too long for a meal that should not have taken that long. Food was just mediocre at best. I left pretty disappointed and wouldn't come back or recommend to others. The dishes I tried: Fries and caviar - this was good but such a tiny portion for the cost. Oysters - these were good. Again, for the cost I expected more. Kampachi - did not enjoy. The yellowtail was NOT fresh. Consomme - one word to describe it: BLAND. I was so disappointed. Wagyu skirt - was not cooked to my liking. I've never had steak where they don't ask how you would like it cooked. It came out rare. Not a fan. Drinks - we ordered a few and they all tasted decent but were weak. I did not taste any hint of alcohol in any drinks. It's extremely noisy in this place. I felt like I was competing with others in the restaurant to talk to the people sitting right next to me.

Went for my birthday dinner and was so happy with everything. We did the fixed menu, and everything was perfectly done. The duck a l'orange was a stand-out as a favorite for us both. Attentive & amazing service. The space itself is very cozy and intimate.

Only been once, so judge accordingly. Cute little place with an understated vibe. Summary: good food, high price, and you'll need a slice of pizza afterwards. The menu is small and seasonal which is nice. Did their prix fixe option which includes an amuse-bouche and four courses (that comes out to around the price of four courses anyways). Now for where I have an issue. The food is good, don't get me wrong. It's flavorful, balanced, seasonal and creative; but for the portion size and the cost, they really could use two more courses included in the prix fixe because I think they are sending people home hungry. Looking at it from the perspective of ordering a la carte, I would have been incredibly disappointed if I had spent $22 on a scallop starter just to have a single scallop brought to me in some passion fruit sauce. While good, the flavor and detail in the dish don't match the price. Same goes for $18 for a completely average (even during tomato season) half of an heirloom tomato cut in pieces with some salt, pecorino and two pieces of lettuce. Four stars still because they can definitely make good food. But for the prices they have the menu set at, it either needs to be one level more refined or the portions need to be bigger.

If you're looking for an intimate dinning experience where the service & food are high quality, then Black Radish is a must try. I luv that they have an small seating area with a 'lounge' area (where we sat) with very comfortable lounge chairs and other seating options. We got there early so the noise level was very low but, after more people came then it got too loud and we had to speak loudly to be heard. The other item of note is that the potion size of all of the food is small, while the quality was high, so was the price. This place falls within other locals that are a 'try-only-once.' As I don't have access to the menu, I can only offer the following two food items that I recall: - Linguine doused in a shiny mushroom veloute and topped with sauteed mushrooms and thin slivers of black truffle. - A light carrot salad with escarole and blue cheese from Point Reyes drizzled with a light carrot top vinaigrette.

Kelly G. was our server and she was such a delight! From the delicious cocktails made at the bar when we arrived early before our table was ready, to the complementary champagne toast at the end of the meal to help celebrate our anniversary, the service and atmosphere were impeccable. The four course tasting menu and wine pairing were worthy of Michelin level acclaim but the relaxed local vibes make this place feel unpretentious and much more enjoyable for the laid-back foodies that we are. I'm just sad we didn't try this place sooner but we will certainly be back soon!

Extraordinary food within a beautiful space and spot-on service. This is one of those neighborhood hidden gems that should be known far and wide for the delicious food and warm ambiance. The owner of the place is typically near the bar when you walk in, and it's obvious that love and attention to detail are executed at every level. We take visitors to Black Radish often and they're unequivocally blown away by the experience. It's not cheap, but it's well worth it if you want excellence when dining.

Was a bummer on this place. Had high expectations but was let down. Parking was really difficult to find. The food was ok, nothing extraordinary. The seating was very tight, and acoustics loud so you need to yell when speaking. Why I give one star is because we were forced to leave our table after 90 min. We didn't know this when first originally booking, and my wife and i like long dinners. Opened a $400 bottle Beckstoffer wine, and when on our last glass, was literally told to leave, so had to pour our glasses back in the bottle and walk out. It was also my birthday and even though having a few bites left, they scooped up the plate to give us a hint to get the hell out. What was unsettling is there were 3 different tables that were sat before us that had not been kicked out and were there over 2 hours so we don't really know what that was about. Anyways, i would skip out on this place. Not worth the pricing or food, to then be kicked out.

I never would have known about this place had it not been for Yelp. I have driven, walked, and biked to Friendly's right across the street without a second ever noticing this place's existence. The cozy lighting and casual ambiance makes it an even more clandestine location that serves fine dining. Service was among the best I've received in SD with things like opening the door, racking your jacket, and paying sharp attention to when your table is short on water or done with your plates. A++! Like other reviews the food is on the smaller portion size but it more than makes up for it with the quality you can taste. The bar was one of my favorite spots as it looks like a upgraded fancier home bar adding that element of warmth to it. I'll be back to explore more of the drinks here :)

A true culinary experience, the food was incredible, fresh ingredients, and appropriately portioned, our taste buds were awakened with wonderful flavors. The service was impeccable from the moment we entered the establishment. Jordan our bartender was attentive and knowledgeable about the signature cocktails, and our server Elise and the associated waitstaff were amazing! Finally, the environment was warm and inviting and the main light fixture in the front area is an architectural gem that adds further depth to the space.

We have become kinda of regulars here because of the outstanding and consistent delivery of a five star experience. The entire staff is amazing. Chef continues to push the culinary journey for our best experience in mind. Easily one of the best casual fine dining experiences in SD!

10/10 Phenomenal. One bit of advice- my girlfriend and I typically will get a bunch of little things- to sample as much as the menu as possible and only get one meal to also share. The portions here are "single serving" aka. Pretty small and seems silly to share. With that said, you can easily get an appetizer, a salad and a meal to yourself and not be STUFFED or wasteful. Everything we had was perfect. We started with the french fries and caviar, and the King Crab with truffle butter. I wish there was a bit more caviar with the fries but I feel like could probably easily said about caviar in general lol. We got the cucumber salad and liked it so much ordered another round. I will come back just for that. We shared the steak and wish we didn't share . Will definitely be back with bigger appetites!

I've dined here twice and the food is between 4 and 5 stars. During my recent visit, I had the gooseberry margarita, grilled plum salad and Alaskan halibut . My cocktail was beautiful, well balanced and not boozy. It was a refreshing drink. The salad consisted of frisee, plums and burrata. This was a delicious combination. The fish was good, but lacked some flavor and could have been better seasoned. Service by Elysse was friendly and food arrived timely. The restaurant is small with a beautiful interior. It can get loud and it was hard to hear my companions at times. The menu changes seasonally. The pre-fix menu with four courses is the better option and I tried this during my first visit and felt satisfied. This time around, we opted for a la carte and I chose two dishes. I still felt hungry. I would return since the food overall is very good.

Black Radish was such a fun experience. We went for a friend's birthday. TL;DR: Overall food and service for the prix fixe menu was good, but just didn't feel up to the price point ($89). Good thing was there were a good amount of vegetarian options in each course. AMBIANCE: This is a really small and cute restaurant. I personally loved the intimate vibe here, which was so unique, quaint, yet high end. It's hard to come by a restaurant like this in San Diego, which makes it feel all the more special. FOOD: The food was really good, but it just felt like it was lacking the finesse to make it worth the $90 tasting menu price point. For a similar price point, you can do other tasting menus in San Diego (even a michelin). The amuse bouche was not a great palette opener (for vegetarians it was just carrots and salt). The other courses were really good, I just wish the mushroom pasta had a little bit more salt and flavor. The mushroom Wellington REALLY stole the show. I would have liked to see a better bread course as well. Wish there was more of the dessert. Drinks were really great and really complimented all the food! Service was very personal and definitely felt a little more high end. All plates and utensils were changed after each course.

Great spot; limited menu but really great quality. It's been a while since I dined so this review is long overdue. Service was great, drinks were great, and food was tasty, would come back.

really good food, but imo not worth the price. we came here for a birthday party and they were able to all 9 of us in one table, which is much appreciated. service was super friendly but not very attentive. it took a long time to get our orders in but she was REALLY good when she was around. I'd recommend going for the prix fixe menu if you want to be satiated. portions are small bc of the quality of the dishes so if you only get one thing you're still gonna be hungry. I'm not sure if it was out party size but it took quite a while for each course to come out. we stayed a total of 2.5 hours. I will commend Kelly, our waitress, for being very observant and noticing who the birthday girl was without us saying anything. she brought out her dessert with a candle and put it right in front of her just because she had noticed us giving her presents as we entered.

Our experience at Black Radish was fantastic! The restaurant has a cozy vibe with modern aesthetics. The tables with the lounge seats really makes you feel comfortable. Also, I like that they have a small bar situated in the corner of the restaurant. We ordered a Prix Fixe dinner (4 courses). Notably, they give you little appetizers throughout your dinner. We also bought a bottle of French Cabernet to go with our dinner. For our first course I picked the Shellfish Stew and my girlfriend picked the butter poached lobster. The shellfish stew was served in a cute and small Le Creuset pot with a piece of buttery bread on the side. Although the sauce was a little to sour for my liking, the slightly torched prawn was scrumptious. The butter poached lobster was succulent! For our second course we both picked the Lobster Bisque. We both were blown away on how creamy and tasteful the lobster bisque was. You really get that lobster flavor in each spoon full. The piece of bread served with the dish was meant for dipping! The main courses we picked were the Duck Breast and the A5 Wagyu. Surprisingly the duck breast was very juicy, and the skin was crispy. On a side note, the brown sauce served with the duck was not needed. The A5 Wagyu was the best A5 Wagyu I have had. It was salted perfectly and the meat just dissolves in your mouth. Both dishes were cooked to its fullest potential. *As a side dish, we ordered the Fries and Caviar. This was a must try for us since we are big fans of fries and of caviar. I must say, fries and caviar are a great match. Especially with the smeared creme that is served with the dish. The fries were served thick and crispy and the cavs added that extra bit of salt for the fries. For our last course (dessert), we ordered the apple delight and the chocolate cake. I like that the apple delight was served in a cute lion faced cup. The flavors coming from the apple delight were very strong in cinnamon and fresh apple; an exquisite dish! The chocolate cake served with a little bit of mixed berries and cream. The chocolate was very rich. Both desserts were refreshing. Overall we loved our experience at Black Radish. From the vibe to the food, everything was great. I suggest doing the Prix Fixe option for price purposes and sharing. I also like the portion sizes, as you feel satisfied but not disgustingly full. Moreover, you still have room for dessert. The service was noteworthy as our server was very attentive and fun. Chef Itze Behar puts on a great experience with presentation and flavors. P.S. The wine was so smooth.

Went to Black Radish on a Saturday night with friends. It is a small place with a cozy neighborhood ambiance from the outside. We came "early," around 6:30, and had a great table by the bar. They have outdoor seating, but we chose to have an indoor experience. They have a prix-fix menu with four courses for $79 dollar/person. We all selected the special menu. I had the mini lamb burger, others had the crab cake, ... For the second course, we had an asparagus soup and a roasted beet salad. For the main course, we had duck, venison, wagyu and halibut. Finally, we have pavlova and chocolate cake for dessert. All the dishes are small and tasty. The duck was on the rare side (and hard to cut). The rest was cooked to order--very good food. We had a mixture of cocktails, mocktails, wine, and beer with the meal. The service was great. A small point to note, the meal took 3 hours, which felt long even with the great dishes.

The food was amazing with well executed dishes, the service was fantastic all around, and our server, Elyse, was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. It all made for one of our best dining experiences and date nights we've had recently.

best meal I've had in San Diego: amazing food, service, and ambiance. Black Radish is perfect for an intimate dinner with friends/ family/ others. When I visited, despite being short staffed from a wedding, the team here was welcoming and filled each others shoes with ease. I ordered from their prix fixe menu and enjoyed everything. The portion sizes were just right, and we left with happy minds and tummies. Prices here well reflect the quality of the experience. :)

I usually take nicer pics, but here I decided to just chill out and forget about Yelp lol! Great atmosphere gif a date night also it's cozy and you feel the Intimacy of the place once you enter, totally different experience than other restaurants in San Diego. You feel you are transferred to a different country. We need more of that! We ordered the fix menus set and then we ordered some items on the side. Definitely not a place to get big plates but a place to enjoy good good with good atmosphere. Please add it to your list.

My girlfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience at the Black radish last night. The food was delicious and the courses they offered were all very unique. Will definitely be back in the future.

Great service, modern ambience with classic touches, and good food. We enjoyed the tasting menu, and though we all ordered different things, enjoyed everything. Next home we might just come and sit at the teeny bar for their delicious cocktails.

This place gets a 10/10 for ambiance. The restaurant is super cozy. It isn't super big inside, it feels very intimate. My husband and I both opted for the prefix dinner. I had the ahi tuna tartare, lobster bisque, duck two ways, and lemon dessert. Overall, I was very pleased with my meal. The service was quick and everyone was very friendly/attentive. My only comment is I wish there was a place to hang my coat.

Waaaaay too long for dinner. An hour and a half and we didn't get to the fourth course. It just took forever. The meat was gristly, everything seemed overdone, there was sand in the greens. As far as ambience, the place is too loud, they need some sound baffling or something. Cute to try but definitely overrated and we will not be coming back.

The Black Radish was not on my radar until I was reading through Yelp reviews one day and one of my Yelp Friends reviewed the Black Radish. It sounded intriguing, so I decided to book a table for that very evening, a Wednesday. I like the old corner building in which the Black Radish is located on a prosaic stretch of El Cajon Boulevard. There is a large black radish made of intertwined black Iron that hangs above the entrance door like a happy lantern. Parking can be a challenge, for is street parking only. Because I was dining early midweek at 5:30 p.m., I easily found a spot a block away to stash my chariot. I was the first person in the dining room that evening. I was seated at a table along the robin's egg blue velvet banquettes on the right. However, along the windows on the opposite side of the dining room are a series of tables with "lounge" like chairs, that give the ambiance more the feel of an all-day hang-out coffee house rather than a proper restaurant. There was good jazz music on the restaurant's soundtrack, including haunting melodies by Billie Holiday. While it was still quiet in the room, a woman wandered in and a full job interview was conducted right at the bar. I heard all about as to how she had been a manager at a South Park restaurant and her employer had cut her hours, so she was looking for work. I must say that 15 minute discussion at full volume in the middle of the dining room was an interference of mood. The initial server assigned to my table was not particularly pleasant, despite the fixed apparent smile underneath the formidable mask [which all staff wear]. For example, after I was served the amuse bouche of hummus, although my server had previously described all of the ingredients, I had forgotten them, so I inquired of a passing busboy. He responded "Hummus". I said, "do you know what else?" To which he responded "No". I then asked him if he could find out for me. He disappeared into the kitchen. Thereafter, my server approached, stating "So, I heard you were curious as to what was in the Amuse Bouche". I responded, I was not "curious", I just wanted to know the ingredients. To that, she said "well, it's the same thing!" [being "curious" and "wanting to know"]. She then rolled her eyes, told me the ingredients, let out an exasperated sigh and turned on her heels to greener pastures. Happily, the initial server never returned, as it appeared that as the restaurant filled with patrons, she was assigned to the other side of the room near the windows, so I no longer had to deal with the eye rolls and sighs. The new server, Elyse [sp?] was charming, knowledgeable and friendly. As is became darker, I noticed a busboy going about the room lighting the votive candles on the tables. As he walked from table to table doing so, he would toss the stick lighter in the air where it did a twirl and swirl between each table, just like a circus juggler. I am not sure if that manner is in sync with the restaurant's ambitions. A man wearing blue jeans with long blond hair covered by a pink scarf who was behind the bar walked by my table numerous times. Even though I was the only customer in the dining room and he was walking literally two feet from me, he never so much glanced my way. Why? Happily, later, he DID stop by. He told me his name was "John" and he identified himself as the owner. Once we spoke, I found him to be a gracious host and we had a nice little chat as I left the restaurant. As to the food, I ordered the four-course prix-fixe dinner. I found all the dishes to be quite superb and delicious. There was even some wonderful hot sourdough bread served with one course in which John takes particular pride, and rightly so. I like the fact there was a plat du jour not on the printed menu that could be ordered as part of the prix-fixe dinner with no surcharge. I am a "specials" guy, since I have found that all good chefs show their best in the nightly specials. On my evening, it was a rack of lamb atop cassoulet, which was perfect. The reason The Black Radish cannot yet attain five stars is because currently the wine list is inadequate to complement the complex and refined cooking emanating from the kitchen. Elyse mentioned something about the restaurant partnering with a wine bar in Little Italy, so hopefully the wine list will be expanded with some interesting wine selections. The wines are currently stored in a shelf behind the bar. My red wine was served too warm and not at cellar temperature, so we had to chill it for a while. That is something to watch out for, and should be corrected by the restaurant. But more than the wine list, the restaurant has to also offer wine service. If you are going to feature $140.00 bottles of wine, the customer expects the server will pour that wine throughout the meal---that is what the inflated restaurant prices of of wine are to encompass. However, on the night of my visit, after the initial pour, there was ZERO wine service.

The BEST restaurant I've attended in San Diego. Wife and I tried the 3-4 course meal, forget what it was called. The food here is incredible, SF or NY caliber. We had: The shrimp- beautifully perfectly cooked. Wedge salad - best one i've had ever, high quality ingredients Lobster sandwich - high quality, maine quality The steak - not the best i've had, sent it back, chef came out and apologized which was nice. The drinks here are also house made by a very talented bar tender. I had a specialty cocktail of somekind and a gin and tonic. In my opinion they could raise the prices by 40% and the quality would still be well worth the dollar. Amazing spot. Must try.

Phenomenal prix fixe on a Thursday night. Unassuming adorable spot with great service. Started with the Maine Lobster pictured. My friends ordered the scallop as their first course. Then tomato salad with razor thin slices of Parm--beautiful and fresh. Then I had wagyu and they had a summer squash capellini they both adored (the sauce!) and we all had the apricot flan tartlet for dessert. The amuse was compressed melon, great on a warm day. The waitress brought a last complimentary dessert, little marshmallow squares. Fantastic. Also superb cocktails -- I had the bourbon blackberry mash. Can't wait to return.

I loved the cozy atmosphere and the delicious food. The chef and the staff were very accommodating. If you're looking for a romantic spot this is the place.

Black Radish is a charming, intimate fine dining establishment with a casual vibe. They serve beautifully plated, well thought out dishes. They also offer a prix fixe menu for $69. But we weren't very hungry. Instead we ordered the pork belly to start, then the lobster crudo sandwiches and tender duck breast. They were all beautifully plated and delicious. They brought out housemade marshmallows topped with finger lime as our final course. I truly enjoyed the ambience of this delightful new restaurant in North Park. I hope to return to try more of their rotating or the prix fixe menu! I'd also like to try the soup that I heard everyone rave about! They actually ran out of it that night!

We had amazing service from Elise and the food was amazing! Cocktails were fantastic- nothing short of amazing!

Highly recommended for anyone who loves food, but especially for home cooks like us who appreciate culinary skill, food quality, different textures, and complexity of flavors. My boyfriend and I came to celebrate a special occasion on a weeknight 8:15 PM booking. We were very impressed with the Prix Fixe 4-course dinner. Scene: modern, chill, chic, clean Lighting: comfortable lighting, still able to see what I'm eating Service: extra tentative. Great timing of each course as we never had to wait too long for the next. Food: four-course prix fixe. We ordered different items so we can taste it all. FIRST: They had an appetizer special tonight- king crab poached in butter with a saffron aioli. Definitely worth the extra $10 upgrade. Nothing like eating a huge chunk of crab without having to remove shell. Crab was fresh and poached to perfection. FIRST: Beef tartare- was his favorite. Beef was diced ever so finely with fresh microgreens. Amusebouche- tempura fried halibut with cacho chili vinegarette. Delicious and intricate. SECOND: Salad- every piece was arranged with much care. I didn't know they could slice apple that thin. What skill! The whole salad was flavorful with dressing, but not drippy or soggy at all. SECOND: potato leek soup with caviar. The soup was very smooth, just-right seasoning. This was my first time having caviar, and it was fresh, light, and mildly salty; a good highlight within the soup. At the bottom of the soup, there were tiny dices of potato. I'm still trying to figure out how they made those pieces cook through, but firm enough to not be mashed by my spoon. THIRD: lobster tortellini with sauce americaine Tortellinis were cooked al dente. Good amount of lobster THIRD: cornish game hen with roasted veggies and gnocchi. Gnocchi was light and fluffy like pillows with a light sear. I think my only negative comment is the bigger carrot was a little under (but maybe that's how it's supposed to be) FOURTH: pavlova- this was our favorite dessert. Light and fruity. It's got a little bit of light crunchiness and chewiness like a macaron FOURTH: pot de creme-very rich and dark chocolatey flavor Send off: homemade blueberry marshmallows. Very soft They're changing to a spring menu starting today! Can't wait to come back and try other dishes! Compliments to the chef and the whole team.

This new restaurant was on my radar, so my friend and I met up here last month to check it out. The restaurant is small, but quaint and very pretty. I love the decor of the bar area- it is very festive! Our server gave us the option to do the prix fixe menu, which is a 4-course meal for $69. We weren't too hungry to go with that option, so she ordered a niner to start with. Some kind of amuse bouch was brought out to us, which was pretty tasty. We decided to share the roasted pork belly, which was on the bar snacks menu. I wasn't sure if that was only available at the bar, but was glad we were able to order it. It was a little too fatty for me, but tasted yummy. Next, came the lobster toast, which was delightful, although I was wary about the lobster being raw. Our main course was the duck breast, which had sauteed summer vegetables, and parsnip puree. The presentation was on point and the dish was delicious. For dessert, we were given complimentary bites of some house made marshmallows. It came with some kind of popping thing that was interesting. Overall, I had a great time dining here and would love to try their tasting menu on my next visit!

Great food, ambiance, and attentive staff. We will be back! We were especially impressed with the desserts.

We had a great date night at Black Radish. This place is a quaint little hidden gem. Dana was our server. She was a doll 10/10 service plus...Knowledgeable about the menu and drinks. The food was 9/10. Everything was mouth watering except the Dover Sole had a little too much salt but it was cooked perfectly and still so delicious! The wagyu and tuna tartare was epic. The whole experience was lovely and we'll be back again. Thank you Dana and bartender for the best tequila Moscow, Mule I've ever had.

Me and my shawty, two stepped into the Black Radish for Sunday supper the other day and experienced sincere foodie love...Chef Itze was kind enough to share personal family history by spilling family culinary secrets to our joyance. The grub arrived timely, hot fresh, abundant & expertly prepared. One after another, Deviled Duck Egg, Smoked Wagyu Ribeye, Citrus Salad, collard greens, etc. pummeled our table. The end game was a smooth enchanting peach cobbler dessert that caused my insatiable dining companion to swoon with delight! .... btw thank you for that. Cool, hip, intimate space with a warm welcoming ambiance guarantees future visits. The mixologist behind the bar is a master at his craft without any doubt. The cocktail pairing was interesting & exciting....hmmmmm, what is coming next?!? Complex tasty potions arrived at convenient intervals that any tippler would appreciate. A soulful Texas tune sound track was a thoughtful detail dug by all. Service was top notch. The wait staff are wise, diligent, professional, and friendly. Thank you, Chef Itze & team for a memorable VIP evening.... much appreciated. Stoner Grub Rank: 8.0

I wish there were more restaurants like Black Radish in San Diego. The food is elegant yet approachable and each dish is meticulously prepared and cooked to perfection. I came here with a friend who had been raving about this spot for months. We opted for the tasting menu, which honestly was a pretty reasonable price given the state of dining these days. It also comes with an optional wine pairing that I unfortunately didn't see before our food started coming out. Rookie mistake and one I will not make again. Drinks: They have an extremely interesting wine list with some rare finds you wouldn't normally find on restaurant menus. My favorite was this bottle from Corsica, France called La Robe d'Ange. It was absolutely delicious and a must try (and now offered by the glass)!! But if wine isn't your vibe they also have a full bar.. and I must say the Gooseberry Margarita was one of the best drinks I've had all year. And that's saying something. Experience: Like I said we opted for the tasting menu which was 89 for four courses. You can add on oysters or any other small bites for the price on the menu. Each course was perfectly timed and we did not feel rushed at all. The whole dinner was about 2.5 hours. Menu: AMUSE BOUCHE: swordfish tartare on a crispy cracker. Delicious and citrusy. A perfect way to start the meal FIRST COURSE: I got butter poached lobster with black truffle, caviar and sautéed radish bc I'm bougie and my friend got the Shellfish stew with clams, mussels, shrimp with a soubise shallot broth and homemade sourdough. Both were excellent but I think the shellfish stew had more complex flavor and I would order that when I come back SOUP/SALAD: I was in a salad mood so I opted for the chicory salad with pickled red onion and a caraway seed dressing. It was quite good but the dressing was drenched on the salad which took away from it a bit. My friend got the lobster bisque with crispy leek and big chunks of lobster. It was rich and decadent and what dreams are made of IMO **You also get a bread course here and you can ask for extra bread for a small cost. Homemade sourdough. Shall I say more..** ENTREE: We both got the duck breast entree and wow it was perfect. The crispy skin, the succulent duck breast meat, the perfect pomme purée. No notes. Five stars. DESSERT: So I'm not a huge dessert person so I asked if they could do a cheese course which I expected to just be like a plate of cheese and some bread. Nope. They did this blueberry compote and this giant piece of charbroiled brie-esque cheese with their homemade sourdough. It was so freaking good. TLDR: Great cozy place with excellent food. Not pretentious but feels like fine dining. Great service and good vibes. Check it out