What to order at Juniper and Ivy

Must order
The In-N-Haute, Blais's elevated take on In-N-Out, on the snack menu; the seasonal market tasting menu.
Editor tip
Snack menu at the bar is the cheapest way into the kitchen; book Wednesdays for the tasting-menu option.
Book at Juniper and IvySan Diego: Gaslamp Quarter Food & Drink Walking Tour from $94
CuisineCalifornian
Price$$$$
Tasting menu$95-175 (a la carte)
ChefAnthony Wells (with Richard Blais)
Book ahead3 weeks
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