Sprawling, upscale locale serving rustic, wood-fired dishes & old-school cocktails.
A timeless, sought-after dining escape, celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey opened Herb & Wood to instant acclaim over four years ago. In that time, the restaurant has become an icon, a dining destination that has helped to propel San Diego’s culinary reputation to new heights. By focusing on rustic, wood-fired dishes, Chef Malarkey’s menu elevates humble ingredients such as carrots, beets, and chicken, incorporating Mediterranean flavors and a California ethos of seasonality and sustainability.
4.5 – 1 reviews $$$ • Mediterranean restaurant
Menu
Brunch Beverage Menu | |
Caffeinate | |
Coffee & Tea | $3.00 |
Espresso Drinks Homemade Simples to Spice Up Your Latte:Vanilla – Chai – Mocha |
$4.50 |
Mocktails | |
Lemon & Herbs – Fresh Lemon Juice, Charred Lemon & Thyme Syrup, Sage Infused Grenadine, Soda | $8.00 |
Ginger & Grapefruit – Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Lime Juice, Mixwell Ginger Ale | $7.00 |
Guava & Spice – Guava Puree, Allspice Liqueur, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice, Soda | $8.00 |
Marys & Mims | |
Beet & Gin – Pepperoncini, Sriracha, Ginger, Black Pepper, Lemon | $12.00 |
H&W Classic – Vodka, Smoked Adobo, Horseradish, Worcestershire, Olive, Lime | $12.00 |
Classic – Fresh Pressed Orange Juice | $12.00 |
Strawberry & Pea Blossom | $12.00 |
Hibiscus infused – Kaffir Lime Leaves and Fresh Lime Essential Oils | $12.00 |
Spritzes | |
Elderflower – Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, Lemon, Roasted Lemon & Thyme Syrup, Sparkling Water | $12.00 |
Classic Aperol – Prosecco, Aperol, Sparkling Water | $12.00 |
Rye – Rye Whiskey, Amaro, Aperol, Lemon, Sparkling Water, Strawberry & Pea Blossom Shrub | $12.00 |
Mezcal – Mezcal, Chartreuese, Aperol, Lime, Sparkling Water | $12.00 |
Refreshing Cocktails | |
Mezcal & Flowers – Mezcal, Aloe Liqueur, Chartreuse, Agave, Mint, Lime | $16.00 |
Heat & Jalisco – Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, Red Bell Pepper Syrup, Lime, Firewater Bitters | $14.00 |
Rum & Espresso – Dark Rum, Cognac-Orange Liqueur, Demerara Syrup, Espresso | $16.00 |
Mandarin & Rosemary – Mandarin Orange Infused Gin, Rosemary Syrup, Lemon, Soda Water | $15.00 |
Strawberry & Herb – Belvedere Vodka, Floral Amaro, Strawberry Kompot, Summer Herbs, Lemon | $16.00 |
Featured Brunch Bottles | |
Bele Casel, Extra Brut, Prosecco | $40.00 |
Rosé, Whispering Angel, Provence, France | $50.00 |
Whites | |
Arneis, Bruno Giacosa, Roero, Italy | $17.00 |
Chardonnay, Joyce, Monterey | $14.00 |
Chardonnay, Jayson by Pahlmeyer, Napa Valley | $22.00 |
Dry Gewurtztraminer, Union Sacré, “Belle du Nuit”, Santa Lucia Highlands | $13.00 |
Grenache Blanc, Vesper Vineyards, “Sunrise Ranch Vineyard”, San Diego | $12.00 |
Pinot Grigio, Scarpetta, Friuli, Italy | $13.00 |
Sauvignon Blanc, Mohua, New Zealand | $12.00 |
Sauvignon Blanc, Quincy, Domaine Mardon, “Cuvée Tres Vieilles Vignes”, Loire, France | $16.00 |
Reds | |
Cabernet Sauvignon, Seven Hills, WA | $18.00 |
Cabernet Blend, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, “Hands of Time”, Napa Valley | $25.00 |
Grenache Blend, Bonny Doon Vineyards, “Le Cigare Volant”, Central Coast | $15.00 |
Malbec, Amalaya, Salta, Argentina | $12.00 |
Nerello Mascalese, Barone di Villagrande, Mount Etna, Italy | $16.00 |
Pinot Noir, Ken Wright, Willamette Valley | $17.00 |
Super Friulian, Le Vigne di Zamo, Friuli, Italy | $14.00 |
Tempranillo, La Rioja Alta, “Viña Arana”, Rioja | $20.00 |
Draft Brews | |
“The Pupil” IPA, Societe, 7.5%, San Diego, CA | $10.00 |
“Breezy Coconut” Brown Ale, Bay City Brewing, 7.0%, San Diego, CA | $9.00 |
Hazy IPA, Harland Brewing, 6.3%, San Diego, CA | $10.00 |
“The Harlot” Belgian Blond Ale, Societe, 5.6%, San Diego, CA | $9.00 |
“Walk of Shame” Nitro Blonde Ale, Resident Brewing, 5.4%, San Diego, CA | $10.00 |
“Fiesta Island” Pilsner, Bay City Brewing, 5.0%, San Diego, CA | $10.00 |
“Human Submarine” American Wheat, Resident Brewing, 5.4%, San Diego, CA | $9.00 |
“Drink this or the Bees Die” Honey Ale, Duckfoot Brewery, 6.9%, San Diego, CA | $11.00 |
“Savoy” Semi-Dry Cider, Bivouac Ciderworks, 6.0%, San Diego, CA | $10.00 |
Brunch Menu | |
Sweet Start | |
Croissant with Maldon Whipped Butter and Seasonal Jam | $7.01 |
Dutch Baby Soufflé Pancake, Huckleberry, Lemon Curd, Vanilla Chantilly | $14.01 |
Monkey Bread, Caramel, Sesame, Tahini Gelato (Limited Availability) | $10.89 |
Bananas Foster French Toast, Brioche, Banana, Rum and Brown Sugar Syrup | $14.13 |
Small Plates | |
Avocado Toast, Country Wheat, Crushed Tomato, Red Onion, Candied Jalapeno, Cilantro | $12.92 |
Burrata and Crispy Prosciutto Toast, Local Honey, and Cracked Black Pepper | $13.09 |
Red Gem Salad, Local Baby Carrots, Hemp Seed, Green Goddess Dressing | $14.33 |
Hamachi, Hibiscus Ponzu, Avocado, Jalapeño, Crispy Rice Pearls | $19.13 |
Large Plates | |
2 Eggs Over Easy, Choice of Maple Sausage, or Bacon, Potatoes, Country Toast | $14.33 |
Dungeness Crab Hash, Potatoes, Caramelized Onions, Red Peppers, Soft Boiled Egg, Hollandaise | $24.98 |
French Onion Omelette, Caramelized Onions, Gruyere Cheese, Fine Herbs | $16.19 |
Local Polenta, Wild Mushrooms, Poached Egg, Harissa, Local Greens | $15.71 |
Prosciutto Benedict, English Muffin, Poached Eggs, Braised Kale, Smoked Tomato Hollandaise | $21.33 |
Cured Salmon Benedict, English Muffin, Poached Eggs, Smoked Tomato Hollandaise | $19.49 |
B.L.T, Thick Cut Brown Sugar Bacon, Tomato, Lettuce, Pullman | $14.89 |
Pork Secreto, Pancetta, Over Easy Eggs, Cannellini Beans, Tomato | $31.44 |
Filet & Eggs, Seared Filet Mignon, Over Easy Eggs, Flat Top Potatoes | $38.97 |
Wood Fire Pizza | |
Breakfast Pizza, Mornay, Mozzarella, Pancetta, Red Onion, Egg | $17.99 |
Sopressata Pizza, Caramelized Onion, Ham, Red Sauce, Mozzarella | $19.39 |
Salmon Lox Pizza, Everything Spice, Creme Fraiche, Red Onion, Capers, Sieved Egg, Trout Roe | $20.20 |
Margarita Pizza, Basil, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce | $16.16 |
Add Ons | |
Scrambled or Soft Boiled Egg | $3.00 |
Side of Brown Butter Potatoes | $6.33 |
Side of Seasonal Fruit | $4.00 |
Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese | $5.00 |
For The Kiddos | |
Scrambled Eggs, Crispy Bacon, and Breakfast Potatoes | $8.12 |
French Toast, Maple Syrup, Powdered Sugar | $8.12 |
Grilled Cheese, Gruyère, Fontina, on Pullman Bread | $8.12 |
Caffeinate | |
Coffee | $3.00 |
Espresso Drinks Vanilla Mint – Chai – Tarragon Anise – Lavender – Cinnamon – Mexican Mocha |
$4.50 |
Tea Silvertip Jasmine – Fukamashi – English Breakfast – Masal Chai – Chamomile – Lavender Sunset |
$3.00 |
Dinner Beverage Menu | |
Refreshing Cocktails | |
Mezcal & Flowers – Mezcal, Aloe Liqueur, Chartreuse, Agave, Mint, Lime | $16.00 |
Heat & Jalisco – Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, Red Bell Pepper Syrup, Lime, Firewater Bitters | $14.00 |
Passion & Bubbles – Vodka, Passionfruit Liqueur, Creme de Cacao, Lemon, Prosecco | $15.00 |
Mandarin & Rosemary – Mandarin Orange Infused Gin, Rosemary Syrup, Lemon, Soda Water | $15.00 |
Blood Orange & Agave – Charred Blood Orange, Mezcal, Tequila, Honey, Lemon, Amaro | $15.00 |
Bourbon & Honey – Bourbon, Turmeric-Black Pepper Honey, Lemon, Chili Oil | $14.00 |
Scotch & Coconut – Coconut Yogurt-Washed Scotch, Falernum, Orange & Pineapple Shrub, Spiced Syrup | $18.00 |
Rum & Espresso – Dark Rum, Cognac-Orange Liqueur, Demerara Syrup, Espresso | $16.00 |
Strawberry & Herb – Belvedere Vodka, Floral Amaro, Strawberry Kompot, Summer Herbs, Lemon | $16.00 |
Direct Cocktail | |
Iberico & Bourbon – Iberico Fat-Washed Bourbon, Amaro, Aromatic Bitters | $16.00 |
Fire & Thyme – Peated Scotch, Roasted Lemon & Thyme Syrup, Firewater Bitters, Angostura Bitters | $18.00 |
Apple & Rye – Calvados, Rye Whiskey, Apple Pie Syrup, Anise Liqueur, Peychaud’s Bitters | $16.00 |
Coffee & Cane – Aged Barbados Rum, Amaro, Chocolate Bitters, Espresso Beans | $13.00 |
Mocktails | |
Lemon & Herbs – Fresh Lemon Juice, Roasted Lemon & Thyme Syrup, Sage Infused Grenadine, Soda | $8.00 |
Ginger & Grapefruit – Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Lime Juice, Mixwell Ginger Ale | $7.00 |
Guava & Spice – Guava Puree, Allspice Syrup, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice, Soda | $8.00 |
Bubbles | |
Taittinger, Brut, Champagne | $20.00 |
Bele Casel, Extra Brut, Prosecco | $12.00 |
Veuve Clicquot, Brut Rose, Champagne | $25.00 |
Lucien Albrecht, Crémant Rosé, Alsace | $15.00 |
Rose | |
Grenache Blend, Maison Saleya, Cotes de Provence, France | $13.00 |
Pinot Noir, Idle Chatter, Sonoma Coast | $15.00 |
Sangiovese, La Spinetta, Tuscany, Italy | $14.00 |
Whites | |
Arneis, Bruno Giacosa, Roero, Italy | $17.00 |
Chardonnay, Joyce, Monterey | $14.00 |
Chardonnay, Jayson by Pahlmeyer, Napa Valley | $22.00 |
Dry Gewurtztraminer, Union Sacré, “Belle du Nuit”, Santa Lucia Highlands | $13.00 |
Grenache Blanc, Vesper Vineyards, “Sunrise Ranch Vineyard”, San Diego | $12.00 |
Pinot Grigio, Scarpetta, Friuli, Italy | $13.00 |
Sauvignon Blanc, Mohua, New Zealand | $12.00 |
Sauvignon Blanc, Quincy, Domaine Mardon, “Cuvée Tres Vieilles Vignes”, Loire, France | $16.00 |
Reds | |
Cabernet Sauvignon, Seven Hills, WA | $18.00 |
Cabernet Blend, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, “Hands of Time”, Napa Valley | $25.00 |
Grenache Blend, Bonny Doon Vineyards, “Le Cigare Volant”, Central Coast | $15.00 |
Malbec, Amalaya, Salta, Argentina | $12.00 |
Nerello Mascalese, Barone di Villagrande, Mount Etna, Italy | $16.00 |
Pinot Noir, Ken Wright, Willamette Valley | $17.00 |
Super Friulian, Le Vigne di Zamo, Friuli, Italy | $14.00 |
Tempranillo, La Rioja Alta, “Viña Arana”, Rioja | $20.00 |
Draft Brew | |
“The Pupil” IPA, Societe, 7.5%, San Diego, CA | $10.00 |
“Breezy Coconut” Brown Ale, Bay City Brewing, 7.0%, San Diego, CA | $9.00 |
Hazy IPA, Harland Brewing, 6.3%, San Diego,CA | $10.00 |
“The Harlot” Belgian Blond Ale, Societe, 5.6%, San Diego, CA | $9.00 |
“Walk of Shame” Nitro Blonde Ale, Resident Brewing, 5.4%, San Diego, CA | $10.00 |
“Fiesta Island” Pilsner, Bay City Brewing, 5.0%, San Diego, CA | $10.00 |
“Human Submarine” American Wheat, Resident Brewing, 5.4%, San Diego, CA | $9.00 |
“Drink This or the Bees Die” Honey Ale, Duckfoot Brewery, 6.9%, San Diego, CA | $11.00 |
“Savoy” Semi-Dry Cider, Bivouac Ciderworks, 6.0%, San Diego, CA | $10.00 |
Dinner Menu | |
Greens | |
Roasted Beets, Burrata, Sherry, Walnut Pesto, Jamon Iberico | $16.43 |
Escarole, Sunchoke, Smoked Almonds, Wild Honey, Lemon, Parmesan | $13.87 |
Red Gem Lettuce, Local Baby Carrots, Hemp Seeds, Green Goddess Dressing | $14.33 |
Sea | |
Hamachi, Hibiscus Ponzu, Apple, Avocado, Jalapeño, Red Ogo, Rice Pearls | $19.13 |
Seared Scallops, Sea Bean Gremolata, Blood Orange, Chervil | $19.87 |
Big Eye Tuna, Cucumber Vinaigrette, Fresno Chiles, Cherry Tomato, Olives, Sesame Seeds | $18.89 |
Roasted Baja Shrimp, Preserved Lemon, Cara Cara Oranges, Radicchio, Chili, Garlic | $15.69 |
Toast | |
Avocado, Tomato, Candied Jalapeño, Red Onion, Cilantro, Country Wheat | $10.33 |
Chicken Liver, Blackberry, Pistachio, Bitter Greens, Pickled Onions, Country Wheat | $9.98 |
Burrata, Blistered Tomato, Kalamata Olive, Basil, White Balsamic, Country Wheat | $16.67 |
Beef Tartare, Lemon, Capers, Parmesan, Cured Egg Yolk, Semolina Cracker | $19.69 |
Vegetables | |
Wood Fire Roasted Summer Squash, Tahini, Feta, Za’atar | $9.99 |
Roasted Cauliflower, Garlic, Mama Lil’s Peppers, Smoked Almond Romesco | $9.78 |
Crispy Potato, Lemon Vinaigrette, Black Pepper, Fresh Horseradish, Parmesan | $9.89 |
Roasted Baby Carrots, Cashew Sesame Dukkah, Aleppo Yogurt, Carrot Top Pesto | $9.64 |
Entrees | |
Roasted Branzino, Lemon Herb Stuffing, Olive-Chili Tapenade, Speck | $39.78 |
Grilled Pacific Swordfish Steak, Fennel, Lemon, Calabrian Chili | $47.77 |
Alaskan Halibut, Sugar Snap Peas, Pea Pesto, Mint, Aji Amarillo | $42.35 |
Roasted Half Chicken, Smokey Braised Kale, Pickled Mustard Seeds, Caper Herb Salsa | $31.86 |
Grilled Iberico Pork “Secreto”, Apple Mostarda, Cannellini, Pancetta, Arugula | $37.99 |
Grilled Venison Loin, Roasted Dates, Sherry, Thyme, California Buttermilk Polenta | $36.92 |
Center-Cut Filet, Scarlet Demi, Chioggia Beets, Sea Bean Gremolata | $49.71 |
Bone in Prime 18oz New York, Pink Peppercorn, White Anchovy Chimichurri | $58.28 |
Pasta | |
Bucatini, Pomodoro, Basil, Oregano, Garlic, Grana Padano Parmersan & Chili Flake | $21.89 |
Gnocchi, Oxtail, Roasted Garlic, Parsley, Chive, Sherry, Parmesan, Horseradish | $24.23 |
Mafalde, Dungeness Crab, Meyer Lemon, Mint, English Peas, Trout Roe | $37.48 |
Wood Fire Pizza | |
Parmigiano, Mozzarella, Crescenza, Idiazabal, Garlic Pizza | $19.36 |
Mushrooms & Truffle-Studded Goat Cheese, Garlic Confit, Mustard Greens | $21.57 |
Speck, Coal-Roasted Pineapple, Habanero, Red Onion, Taleggio | $19.35 |
Bone Marrow, Escargot, Gruyere, Fines Herbs, Caramelized Onion Pizza | $27.03 |
Prosciutto, Pistachios, Mozzarella, Red Onion, Chili Flakes, Honey | $20.22 |
Dessert Menu | |
Sweets | |
Chocolate Pavlova Yuzu Mousse, Huckleberry Compote, Chocolate Cremeux, Coconut-Kaffir Lime Sorbet |
$12.00 |
Passion-Guava Soufflè Blueberry Compote, Jalapeno Whipped Cream, Cream Cheese Gelato |
$14.00 |
Baked Alaska Lemon-Poppy Seed Ice Cream, Vanilla Cake, Blackberry, Yogurt, Mint |
$14.00 |
Chocolate Crepe Torte Orange Mascarpone Cream, Raspberries, Cocoa Nibs & Turkish Coffee Gelato |
$12.00 |
PB & C Peanut Butter Mousse, Peanut Brittle, Chocolate Whiskey Cake, Salted Caramel, Chocolate Gelato |
$12.00 |
Gelatos | |
Double Coffee, Vanilla Bean | |
Black Pepper Thyme, Mint Chip | |
Sorbettos | |
Coconut Kaffir Lime, Blueberry-Hibiscus, Pink Guava, Blackberry Lemon | |
Pappy Van Winkle 23yr | |
Pappy Van Winkle 20yr | |
Herb & Wood Happy Hour | |
Salads | |
Escarole Salad – Sunchoke, Smoked Almonds, Wild Honey, Lemon, Parmesan | $8.00 |
Sliders | |
Secreto Meatball – Pomodoro Sauce, Burrata | |
Oxtail – Horseradish Cream, Garlic Confit, Parmesan | $5.00 |
Toast | |
Avocado – Candied Jalapeño, Tomato, Cilantro, Country Wheat | $5.00 |
Chicken Liver – Pickled Chard Stems, Pistachio, Bitter Greens, Country Wheat | $5.00 |
Chicken Liver – Pickled Chard Stems, Pistachio, Bitter Greens, Country Wheat | $5.00 |
Pies | |
Margherita – Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce, Basil, Olive Oil | $10.00 |
Speck – Coal Roasted Pineapple, Taleggio, Habanero | $10.00 |
Mushroom – Truffle Goat Cheese, Garlic Confit, Arugula | $10.00 |
Cocktails | |
Mandarin & Rosemary – Gin, Rosemary Syrup, Lemon, Soda | $8.00 |
Bourbon & Honey – Tumeric Honey, Lemon, Chili Oil | $8.00 |
Mezcal & Flowers – Aloe Liqueur, Chartreuse, Agave, Mint | $8.00 |
Wine | |
Sauvignon Blanc, Mohua, New Zealand | $7.00 |
Rosé, Maison Saleya, CÔtes de Provence | $7.00 |
Malbec, Amalaya, Salta, Argentina | $7.00 |
Beer | |
Societe, The Pupil, IPA, 7.5% | $6.00 |
Societe, The Harlot, Belgian Blonde Ale, 5.6% | $6.00 |
Bay City Brewing, Fiesta Island, Pilsner, 5% | $6.00 |
High Spirits (Happy Hour) | |
Eat | |
Salad Escarole Salad – Sunchoke, Smoked Almonds, Wild Honey, Lemon, Parmesan |
$8.00 |
Sliders ~ 2 Secreto Meatball – Pomodoro Sauce, BurrataOxtail – Horseradish Cream, Garlic Confit, Parmesan |
$5.00 |
Toasts Avocado – Candied Jalapeño, Tomato, Cilantro, Country WheatChicken Liver – Blackberry, Pistachio, Bitter Greens, Pickled Chard Stems, Country Wheat |
$5.00 |
Pies Margherita – Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce, Basil, Olive OilSpeck – Coal Roasted Pineapple, Taleggio, HabaneroMushroom – Truffle Goat Cheese, Garlic Confit, Arugula |
$10.00 |
Drink | |
Cocktails Mandarin & Rosemary – Gin, Rosemary Syrup, Lemon, SodaBourbon & Honey – Tumeric Honey, Lemon, Chili OilMezcal & Flowers – Aloe Liqueur, Chartreuse, Agave, Mint |
$8.00 |
Wine Sauvignon Blanc, Mohua, New ZealandRosé, Maison Saleya, CÔtes de ProvenceMalbec, Amalaya, Salta, Argentina |
$7.00 |
Beer Societe, The Pupil, IPA, 7.5%Societe, The Harlot, Belgian Blonde Ale, 5.6%Bay City Brewing, Fiesta Island, Pilsner, 5% |
$6.00 |
Dessert Drink Menu | |
Pappy Van Winkle | |
Pappy Van Winkle 20yr. (1 oz.) | $100.00 |
Pappy Van Winkle 23yr. (1 oz.) | $115.00 |
Dessert Wine | |
La Spinetta Moscato d’Asti 375ml | $30.00 |
Château Suiduraut Sauternes 2009 | $28.00 |
Donnafugata “Ben Rye” 2015 | $20.00 |
Taylor Fladgate 20 yr Tawny Port | $16.00 |
Scotch | |
Oban 14yr | $30.00 |
Balvenie Double Wood 17yr | $30.00 |
Macallan 18yr | $60.00 |
Johnny Walker Blue | $60.00 |
Bourbon & Rye | |
Whistle Pig “Boss Hog V” Rye | $65.00 |
George T Stagg Bourbon | $52.00 |
Thomas H. Handy Rye | $57.00 |
Eagle Rare 10yr | $12.00 |
Brandy & Cognac | |
Hennessy XO | $44.00 |
Château Arton Reserve Armagnac | $25.00 |
Jacopo Poli Vespaiolo Grappa | $40.00 |
Père Magloire VSOP Calvados | $12.00 |
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Order and Reservations
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Contact Herb & Wood
Address: 2210 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 955-8495
Website: https://www.herbandwood.com/
Hours
Wednesday | 5–9:30PM |
Thursday | 5–9:30PM |
Friday | 5–9:30PM |
Saturday | 5–9:30PM |
Sunday | 10AM–2PM, 5–9:30PM |
Monday | 5–9:30PM |
Tuesday | 5–9:30PM |
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