After Nearly Two Decades Serving San Diego, Pampas Argentine Grill Has Shuttered

July 31, 2019

For nearly two decades, Pampas Argentine Grill has been serving San Diego a menu of authentic Argentinian cuisine, but the longtime area restaurant announced today that it has ceased operations.

The Cheesecake Factory To Take Over Ownership Of San Diego's North Italia, Blanco's Tacos, Flower Child & Incoming The Henry

July 31, 2019

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated announced today it has entered into a nearly $400 Million deal to purchase Arizona-based Fox Restaurant Concepts, which operates multiple restaurants in the San Diego area, including two locations of North Italia, Blanco's Tacos & Tequila in Mission Valley, Flower Child in Del Mar, and an incoming outpost of The Henry all-day restaurant in Coronado.

Longtime Little Italy Restaurateur To Open Siamo Napoli In San Diego's North Park

July 31, 2019

A longtime San Diego restaurateur with ties to numerous Little Italy eateries, including popular Civico 1845, has taken over the North Park space last occupied by Il Postino and will open Siamo Napoli - a full-service Southern Italian-inspired bar and restaurant.

Highly-Hyped El Jardin Closes In San Diego's Liberty Station For Concept Revamp Without Founding Chef

July 30, 2019

Despite a public relations-fueled hype campaign that included a glowing New York Time's review, a James Beard nod, and Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand recognition, El Jardin will suddenly shutter in San Diego's Liberty Station tonight after only a little over a year in business, aiming to revamp and reopen next month as a more traditional, casual Mexican restaurant.

The Guy Fieri Road Map Of San Diego | All The Local Spots Featured on 'Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives' & What Was Eaten Along The Way

July 30, 2019

Food Network star Guy Fieri is known for making family restaurants overnight sensations through the popularity of his Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives television show, and the polarizing culinary personality is no stranger to America's Finest City. Here is a road map of the 12 spots Guy has visited in San Diego over the years and what he's eaten along the way.

Los Angeles Ramen Expert To Open Artisan Noodle Tatsuki In Downtown San Diego

July 29, 2019

Scheduled to open next month in the downtown San Diego space that previously housed Ramen Yamadaya is Artisan Noodle Tatsuki, a Japanese izakaya from an alum of one of Los Angeles' most highly reviewed ramen shops.

The Friendly Founder To Take Over Operations At Short-Lived The Porchetta Shack In North Park, Converting It To New Biscuit-Based Bar & Restaurant

Bottom photos courtesy of Frank Sabatini Jr. 

July 28, 2019

The owner of The Friendly will soon take over operations at short-lived The Porchetta Shack (formerly Carnitas' Snack Shack North Park) and will be changing the concept into a biscuit-fueled bar & eatery.

55 Thai Kitchen Opens Sprawling Location In San Diego's Pacific Beach

July 27, 2019

San Diego's flourishing 55 Thai Kitchen has unveiled its 4th area outpost in the space that last housed Buddy's Diner in Pacific Beach.

A White Out In Mexico! Sabor De Baja Returns To Rosarito For 7th Year On August 28

July 27, 2019

On Wednesday, August 28, diners dressed in white will converge on the ocean front gardens of Rosarito Beach Hotel for a Baja-style culinary celebration and competition. Organized by popular Rosarito dining destination Mi Casa Supper Club, Sabor de Baja is an annual “end of summer,” all-white-attire festival that always sells out well in advance and features a culinary competition among more than 20 of Baja’s top chefs, a tasting of a variety of Baja delicacies, live entertainment, and samples of an array of the finest Mexican wines and area craft beer in a most beautiful setting. We are raffling off 2 Silver tickets to the event, so read on for details and be sure to enter!

Wet Stone Wine Bar Owner To Shutter Sister Restaurant In Mission Hills

July 26, 2019

Two years ago, the owner of Wet Stone Wine Bar & Cafe took over the blue building that previously housed Mission Hills Coffee Company and opened Fools and Kings - an old-world-style, globally inspired restaurant, but the eatery will close after this weekend's service.

Old World European Style Beer Hall To Open In San Diego's South County | Tavern At The Vogue Is Coming To Chula Vista This Summer

July 26, 2019

Opening next month in the downtown Chula Vista space that last housed Mea Kwan Thai Cuisine is Tavern at the Vogue, an old world-style beer hall and sausage house sited adjacent to the historic Vogue Theatre.

Country Boy Fried Chicken Opens In San Diego's Pacific Beach

July 25, 2019

Now open in the 2,000 square foot space that last housed the short-lived Lil' Farmers Cafe on the corner of Garnet & Cass Streets in San Diego's Pacific Beach is the flagship location of Country Boy Fried Chicken, a fast-casual eatery with a menu centered around chicken fingers.

Modern Times & Consortium Holdings Unveil Collaboration Invigatorium Coffee House In San Diego's East Village

July 24, 2019

San Diego-based Modern Times Beer has teamed up with local hospitality group Consortium Holdings (Born & Raised, Morning Glory) for a contemporary coffee house concept dubbed the Invigatorium, now open in downtown San Diego's East Village.

San Diego Celebrity Chef Brian Malarkey To Open Herb & Ranch Food Hall

July 23, 2019

The San Diego celebrity chef that once-upon-a-time built and sold his fabric-themed restaurant mini-empire is rapidly expanding once again. Chef Brian Malarkey, who is currently readying two restaurants to unveil in San Diego later this year, has announnced plans for Herb & Ranch - a multi-concept food hall set to open in Orange County, California.

San Diego's Paradise Point Resort & Spa To Become Jimmy Buffett-Themed Margaritaville Island Resort

July 22, 2019

San Diego's Paradise Point Resort & Spa will be rebranded into the first west coast location of the Jimmy Buffett-themed Margaritaville Island Resort.

The World's Largest Tiki Party Returns To San Diego | 19th Annual Tiki Oasis Offers Four Days Of Fun This August 7-11

July 21, 2019

The largest tiki convention in the world returns to San Diego this August 7-11. Tiki Oasis is a family-produced, five-day, Polynesian pop-lifestyle convention & party which takes place in America's Finest City each August, and is the only event of its kind on the West Coast.

Chef Accursio Lota To Take Over Cardamom Cafe In North Park For New Italian Eatery & Pasta Shop

July 20, 2019

After 11 years in business, San Diego bakery & breakfast favorite Cardamom Cafe will soon close its doors, but the space will quickly be filled by former Solare Executive Chef and one-time pasta world champion Accursio Lota, who will open a scratch-made Italian eatery and pasta shop in the North Park space.

Orange County's Nick's Restaurant To Open San Diego Location

July 19, 2019

Nick's Restaurant, an American steak and seafood eatery with 5 locations around California's Orange County, will open a location in San Diego's newly minted One Paseo development.

Harry's Coffee Shop Owner Purchasing The Venetian In Point Loma

July 17, 2019

After more than 50 years under the ownership of the same local family, Point Loma's The Venetian is in the process of being purchased by the team behind Harry's Coffee Shop in La Jolla.

Enter To Win 2 Three-Day Hang Loose Passes To KAABOO Del Mar | Annual Music, Comedy & Cultural Festival Returns To San Diego This September 13-15

July 14, 2019

KAABOO Del Mar will celebrate its fifth anniversary in San Diego this September 13-15, offering a signature recipe of world-class music, household names in comedy, contemporary art, gourmet cuisine and craft libations, plus personal indulgences and more all in one convenient location at the Del Mar Racetrack. We are raffling off 2 three-day HANG LOOSE passes for one lucky reader. Read on and be sure to enter for a chance to win.

The Village Kitchen To Shutter In Ocean Beach After More Than Three Decades With San Diego's Expanding City Tacos To Open In Its Place

July 8, 2019

A staple of Ocean Beach's Newport Avenue for more than three decades, The Village Kitchen has announced that it will shutter after service tomorrow, as the business has been sold to expanding San Diego chain of Mexican taquerias City Tacos.

Wonderland & Blue Water Seafood Owners Team Up For New Mexican Restaurant At Former Nati's Space In Ocean Beach

July 3, 2019

The San Diego’s restaurant group behind such popular restaurants as Wonderland Ocean Pub, OB Surf Lodge and The Local Eatery & Drinking Hole has teamed up with the brothers behind Blue Water Seafood for the opening of La Doña, a cantina-style Mexican restaurant opening at the Ocean Beach location where Nati's stood for more than 50 years.

Los Angeles Breakfast Phenom Eggslut To Open In San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter

July 2, 2019

Uber-popular Los Angeles-based morning restaurant sensation Eggslut has plans in place to open a location in downtown San Diego, set to install within a portion of the renovated space last occupied by Dick's Last Resort.

Careered San Diego Pastry Chef Launches Brand Of Cannabis-Infused Desserts

July 1, 2019 

A seasoned San Diego pastry master is now applying her expertise in the burgeoning cannabis industry with the launch of Kaneh Co., a gourmet marijuana-infused line of edible desserts now available in California dispensaries.