Alchemy - Choose Thy Poison

Amazing food & service. Crew has it dialed! Will be back again

this restaurant showcases the best of Logan Heights, and the food quality surpasses that of some fine dining neighbors in more pricy areas like San Diego’s East Village. The owner and executive chef, Eddie, was a wealth of knowledgeable on local & culinary lore. The tetelas de cordero, braseado, tres leches cake, and nutella cheese cake will have me booking another ressy the next time I’m in San Diego.

Amazing restaurant. We got the crudo, smash burger & tetelas - all three were creative and delicious. We left feeling full & happy!

Great cocktails, amazing staff and incredible food!

An unforgettable experience from start to finish. This is elevated Mexican modern cuisine at its best, rooted in tradition, but reimagined with creativity. Every dish was absolutely delicious, bursting with bold flavors that felt both familiar and surprising. This was not a meal, it was an experience.

The food was incredible, offering a variety of delicious options on a rotating menu. The cocktails were equally delightful.

Looking for an intimate date night restaurant that makes you feel like you’ve been transported to a new city? Alchemy is for you.

Located in Barrio Logan, this very small, artistic bistro is unpretentious yet elegant. From the moment you walk up to the building, you’ll be surprised at every turn. When you get there, you’ll know what I mean! It feels like a well guarded secret.

The atmosphere is eclectic and intimate. The menu is small yet full of tempting dishes, all pulling from the chef’s Mexico City roots. The cocktail menu is equally creative and definitely delivers in flavors and aesthetics.

The majority of the entrees are gluten free (yay!) and there are vegan options, too.

Reservations are available and you might get lucky if you’re looking for a last minute date night. We were able to get one the night of.

We just loved Alchemy and we’ll be back!

We had the shrimp with peppers and braised beef with mole. It's been a couple days and I still can't stop thinking about either of those dishes they were so good! Plus we loved the mezcal baesd riff on negroni and the off-the-list Old Fashioned. Chef Cortes is a genius, plus an all-around good guy. Just Go! We need to support places like this in San Diego instead of overpriced chain steakhouses from AZ.

We made a dinner reservation for 8 for our friend’s birthday party. Did the tasting menu 4 course paired with cocktails.
Absolutely amazing experience. Owner/ chef Eddie did fantastic job with the food and drinks. Everything was very flavorful, rich and great portions. Our group liked every dish that came out with no complaints. We will definitely be back. If you are debating on going I would say book your reservation now before they begin to get busier.

these guys don’t mess around. The food is phenomenal, we came for a quick bite and ended up ordering every dish but one. Will be back soon

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Found this place just after the holidays and really enjoyed the flavors. Everything we had was delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp Zarandeado

This was my first time trying this restaurant, and I loved it. We ordered all the dishes and shared among three people, which was plenty for everyone. Everything was full of flavor, and the service couldn’t have been better. We’re already looking forward to coming back to try the brunch menu.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Zarandeado

The dining experience at Alchemy is truly something special. We arrived in the early evening on Thursday which ended up being the perfect time to grab drinks & admire the environment around us. The patio is beautiful and there are heaters as well. Every menu item was unique, homemade, and delicious. The lamb tetalas with mole were outstanding and the zarandeado was so good that we ordered it twice. The owners/chefs are very kind and knowledgeable; so much passion and creativity goes into their work here.

There is free parking around the building - we found parking a short 2 min walk away. If your party is larger or it’s a busy night, I would recommend making a reservation as it’s quite an intimate space.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this incredible restaurant, and I must say, the food was absolutely outstanding. Every dish was a flavor explosion, but the tételas truly stole the show. These corn masa dumplings were perfectly seasoned and had a delightful texture. The accompanying salsas added a fresh and spicy kick that complemented the tételas beautifully. If you’re a fan of authentic Mexican cuisine, you won’t want to miss out on these tételas. They are a must try and will leave you craving more!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The vibe, atmosphere and food here is top tier! The space here is so beautiful, great spot for a date night or just in the mood for amazing quality food. The customer service made me feel right at home, I’m so glad this gem is now apart of San Diego’s food scene!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5