Wolf In The Woods Reviews

We really enjoyed our first dinner/tapas here. Nice outdoor setting. Super friendly, professional service. Dog friendly. The food was good, not amazing. Interesting and creative in a good way. We felt like we picked the wrong dishes for our tastes. I’d probably give the experience 4 stars under normal circumstances but the intangibles were so good that I bumped it up. We’ll go back, soon.

I had my birthday dinner at Wolf in the Woods with my husband and we had a great time. They even had a signed birthday card for me which was a nice added touch! This very intimate restaurant is located in a quiet neighborhood in Mission Hills and was the Restaurant of the Year in San Diego for 2024. I would suggest making reservations ahead of time. I don’t think this is an ideal place for a large group, I maybe saw a group of 6 but it would probably require reservations pretty early on. The outdoor seats looked nice and cozy under lights and the inside was pretty much jam packed with people. We got lucky that we got seated in one of the only 2 two-seater tables in the back because it can get pretty noisy in the main room. Parking/Service: There are some parking spots right in front of the restaurant and lots of street parking available at 8:00pm on a Friday. Our wonderful server was very attentive and kept checking in on us throughout the night. Food: We ordered 5 tapas style plates and I’d say it was a decent amount for 2 people. There were certainly other plates that we wanted to try but it would have been too much with just the two us. We based our order from our server’s recommendations. -Sweet Corn and Piñon Soup ($16): one of their must get items— the soup was sweet and creamy and the Hatch Chile corn fritter pieces gave it a nice crunch. -Harissa Octopus ($22): this plate was pretty big and we didn’t get to finish it. The octopus bites weren’t too chewy and loved that the plate had a ring of Harissa sauce. -Seared Prime Beef Tataki ($34): five pieces of prime beef filet bites. I looooved that the yuzu tobiko on top of each bite and the garlic crisps in the sauce added a bit of crunch. -Maize and Hen of the Woods ($22): polenta with mascarpone cheese. This was served last and we were unfortunately too full by the end so we had to take most of it to go. -Smoked French Trout Roe ($37): this wasn’t one of the recommended items by our server but this was probably one of my favorite plates. Served with 6-7 pieces of toasted brioche. Loved mixing all the ingredients and topping it with the smoked trout caviar on top— a nice salty appetizer. -Lump Crab Stuffed Piquillo Peppers ($21): this was under their specials menu. Three pieces of peppers with mascarpone cheese— so good! Overall: I really enjoyed all of our plates and would definitely like to come back to try out the other plates that we didn’t get to try!

This is a cute place with amazing food. The corn soup was wonderful, along with their Jamon Iberico Croquettes. All are other plates were tasty. Their desserts are extraordinary. They have a great selection of wine. The service was good. Only drawback was the smell of our clothes when we left. A friend warned us right before we were going that their clothes smell of maybe grease. We sat close to the kitchen. I recommend eating outside. We will definitely be back, but outside. Would have given it 5 stars, if not for our clothes.

We had an incredible experience celebrating my husband's birthday. Although we didn't have a reservation, we were lucky to find a spot at the bar--and it turned out to be perfect. Our server, Christy, was absolutely phenomenal. Her recommendations were thoughtful, on point, and made our evening feel even more special. The food was outstanding--flavorful, beautifully presented, and clearly crafted with care. And the ambiance? Stunning. The space is so elegantly designed, it invites you to linger and savor every moment. As for those here who complain about portion sizes, this is a fine dining experience--not a Las Vegas all you can eat buffet! But if you appreciate excellent food, attentive service, and a beautiful setting, this restaurant is a gem. We can't wait to return!

Has to be one of the best restaurants in San Diego, if not the best. Delicious, creative food and an excellent wine list. Small plates/tapas style. Lovely outdoor dining as well as a nice-looking inside space (we ate outside.).

Making reservations on Resy is a must. The place is tight with mainly outdoor seating. We got lucky when a waitlist opened up for 6pm two days prior. Got there at 5:30 to get a drink but they had our table ready. Parking was also plentiful in this residential neighborhood. Slant spaces available in front or parallel along the neighborhood. We ordered: -Chicken pate ($20): the brioche toast tasted like croutons and was better than the bread. Came with 4 pieces, we asked for extra. The pate was so silky smooth and rich in flavor. Top layer was butter not fat. -Pisto tosta ($16): roasted eggplant, squash and tomato chutney on bread. 4 pieces. -Octopus ($22): sliced thinly shape of a flower with Indian spice, cold dish -Yellowtail aquachile ($25): the infused chile salsa juice was so refreshing and the avocado and watermelon radish made the perfect pairing with a hint of spice from the Serrano peppers. -Carne adovada ($27): braised pork shoulder in red chili sauce. Very tender but gave me a beef stew vibe. Served with 2 pieces of fry bread. They serve wine not liquor. My Lupo e Luna ($18) cocktail had vermouth that was refreshing and delicious. We got kakawa chocolate pot for dessert ($16). Very subtle on the chocolate w a balance of raspberry, cake crumble, almond cacao served with pinon brittle. The brittle was my favorite. Looks like a honey comb but had a charred roasted marshmallow center taste. Overall, great food, presentation, ambiance and service. Nothing is free. When they offer you more bread, you’ll be charged. First round may be complimentary but for sure second round. Would have been 5 stars but because they didn’t give us a heads up and was sneaky about it we got the bill, deduct one star.

Excellent meal and surprisingly good wine selection at this charming restaurant. Dog friendly on patio, and with friendly and professional service. A very pleasant experience!