Icon

Paradisaea

$50 and over

Californian

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

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.

Dining areas

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
Neighborhood
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
$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 Anders Rubini will take you on a beautiful food journey.

Popular dishes

Baked Alaska Flambé$22.00
grand marnier, blackberry sorbet, vanilla parfait, coca cake
Coconut Crème Brûlée$15.00
rum braised pineapple, coconut praline
Chocolate Mousse$16.00
chantilly, hazelnut brittle
Olive Oil Cake$15.00
rhubarb compote, whipped crème fraîche
Strauss Milk and Honey Sundae$15.00
soft serve, honey oat shortbread, avocado blossom honey
Affogato$13.00
vanilla ice cream and espresso
Seasonal Ice Creams and Sorbets$15.00

Drinks

The Whaler$20.00
stars milk soft serve, bourbon cream, grand mariner, coffee liquor, cocoa rum
Sandeman Cream Sherry$16.00
Lustau Pedro Ximenez Sherry$16.00
Sandeman Ruby Porto$13.00
Amaro Nonino$19.00
Amaro Meletti$13.00
Lazzaroni$13.00
Château Laribatte, Sauternes, France 2022$22.00
Banyuls Rimage, Roussillon, France, 2012$19.00

What 602 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
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Californian
San Diego
Innovative
San Diego
Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Paradisaea is a standout dining destination in San Diego, celebrated for its "incredible food," "amazing ambiance," and "exemplary service." Guests appreciate the creative menu, exceptional cocktails, and attention to detail in both decor and presentation. The venue is perfect for special occasions and offers unique culinary experiences that keep patrons coming back.

602 Reviews

S
Sara
VIP
Sacramento
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible! Wonderful options. Great staff. New fave restaurant.
Is this helpful?
D
Dalmira
Mexico City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Todo excelente, servicio, ambiente y comida. Teníamos dudas de cenar en la terraza y no nos decepcionó en absoluto! La recomiendo bastante.
Is this helpful?
T
Terry
VIP
San Francisco
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great service and food. had a wonderful timed will be back soon
Is this helpful?
L
Leah
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was fabulous! Loved the decor & music too. My only problem was the price per quantity. Food was delicious but I didn’t feel satisfied after I felt like the price was too high.
Is this helpful?
M
Micki
VIP
San Diego
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A special neighborhood gem- fun vibe and great service .
Is this helpful?
M
Michael
San Diego
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner! Would go there again. The drink menu was interesting.
Is this helpful?
S
Samantha
VIP
London
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great decor, food quality and interesting preparations.
Is this helpful?
J
Judy
VIP
New York City
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very small portions for the price. We had a shared appetizer, one salad entree, and a small main dish of 2 scallops and one desert because I was starving after the meal. Only one of us was drinking alcohol. Price: $200 with tip. We left hungry. For reference, we are not big eaters weighing 160 and 130 lbs.
Is this helpful?
N
Natalie
VIP
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing! We were served by Taylor, who was very knowledgeable of the menu and gave excellent recommendations! We can’t wait to go back!
Is this helpful?
M
Miguel Cuevas
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excelente todo, buena cocina buen ambiente excelente servicio
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Paradisaea is rated 4.7 stars by 602 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
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

Make a reservation

Why they're an Icon

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Menu

Popular dishes

Scallops

Hokkaido Scallops

Pan Seared Scallops

Menu

Desserts

Baked Alaska Flambé$22.00

Coconut Crème Brûlée$15.00

Chocolate Mousse$16.00

Olive Oil Cake$15.00

Strauss Milk and Honey Sundae$15.00

Affogato$13.00

Seasonal Ice Creams and Sorbets$15.00

Drinks

The Whaler$20.00

Sandeman Cream Sherry$16.00

Lustau Pedro Ximenez Sherry$16.00

Sandeman Ruby Porto$13.00

Amaro Nonino$19.00

Amaro Meletti$13.00

Lazzaroni$13.00

Château Laribatte, Sauternes, France 2022$22.00

Banyuls Rimage, Roussillon, France, 2012$19.00

What 602 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Paradisaea restaurant rated?

Is Paradisaea currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information