Gino & Gianni’s Pizzeria By Mamma Mia Bringing Authentic New York-Style Pizza To San Diego's La Mesa

The team behind La Mesa’s popular Mamma Mia Market & Sicilian Deli is expanding their footprint - and their menu - with a new concept dedicated to authentic New York-style pizza. Set to open in the adjacent space formerly occupied by Carnitas Uruapan, the new pizzeria will be called Gino & Gianni’s Pizzeria by MammaMia and is expected to launch before the end of summer.

North County San Diego's LEGOLAND California to Launch Massive Space-Themed Expansion In 2026

LEGOLAND California Resort is preparing for liftoff with a major new space-themed land set to debut in early 2026, marking one of the park's most ambitious expansions to date. Located in Carlsbad in North San Diego County, the beloved family destination will soon offer guests a cosmic adventure anchored by what park officials say will be the most technologically advanced attraction in LEGOLAND history.

San Diego’s First Alcohol-Free Bar ‘Good News’ To Soft Open In Hillcrest Just In Time For Pride Weekend

San Diego's first dedicated non-alcoholic bar is finally opening its doors. After more than a year in development, Good News will host its soft opening on Park Boulevard in Hillcrest just in time for Pride Weekend. 

Ciccia Osteria Team Opening New Pizza Spot In San Diego’s Barrio Logan

San Diego's acclaimed Ciccia Osteria is expanding its presence in Barrio Logan with a new pizza-focused restaurant just three doors down from the original location.

San Diego’s Sycuan And Viejas Tribes, Qualcomm & Sempra Among Top Donors To Trump's 2025 Inauguration

As federal records shed light on the donors behind President Donald Trump's record-shattering 2025 inauguration, several major players from San Diego County - both tribal and corporate - emerge among the contributors, signaling a deeper regional investment in national politics.

Why Are So Many San Diego Restaurants Being Closed For Vermin? Exploring What May Be Behind The Sudden Surge In Health Department Violations

An alarming trend has emerged across San Diego County: more than 300 restaurants have been shut down in the past year due to vermin-related violations, sending shockwaves through the region's food and hospitality industry. For many restaurant owners, it's not just about pest control - it’s about navigating a rapidly shifting landscape shaped by new laws, extreme weather, and a regulatory system that leaves little room for context.

Hawaiian Reggae Phenoms Maoli Bring "Last Sip of Summer" Tour To San Diego's The Rady Shell On July 18

Polynesian reggae sensation Maoli is set to light up the bayfront on Friday, July 18, when the band brings its highly acclaimed Last Sip of Summer tour to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park in downtown San Diego.

San Diego Restaurants Ordered Closed This Week (July 4 - July 10) By County Health Department

This is the weekly list of San Diego County restaurants and food facilities that have faced temporary closures and downgraded status due to health inspections from July 4-10, 2025.

Liberty Call Distilling To Permanently Close Barrio Logan Tasting Room On July 20

After more than a decade in business and five years in San Diego’s Barrio Logan neighborhood, Liberty Call Distilling has announced it will permanently close its tasting room on July 20.

Three-Michelin-Star Chef Dominique Crenn To Collaborate With Matsu's William Eick For One-Night Dinner In San Diego's North County

Internationally acclaimed chef Dominique Crenn, the first and only female chef in the United States to earn three Michelin stars, is set to appear in San Diego’s North County this fall for a rare culinary collaboration. 

Swagyu Burgers Sister Concept El Prieto Taco Shop Opens Next To Petco Park In Downtown San Diego

A brand-new Sinaloa-style taco shop has quietly opened in the heart of downtown San Diego's East Village. El Prieto debuted this month in the former El Puerto Seafood By The Park space on Tenth Avenue, steps from Petco Park, and right next door to its sister concept, Swagyu.

New GoFundMe For Detained Buona Forchetta Worker Raises Questions About Community Fund Distribution From Original Fundraiser

A new GoFundMe campaign launched this week by the wife of one of the workers arrested during the controversial May 30 immigration raid at Buona Forchetta restaurant in San Diego's South Park is raising questions about the distribution of nearly $130,000 previously raised by the community for the same group of detained employees.

Vice President JD Vance Draws Protests, Restaurant Controversy During San Diego Visit

Vice President JD Vance spent the Fourth of July weekend in San Diego, where he was honored at a high-dollar conservative gala and drew protests for dining at a Michelin-starred sushi restaurant amid national tragedy and political controversy. Vance's motorcade was met with jeers and boos as it departed Soichi Sushi in University Heights on Sunday evening, drawing widespread backlash both online and on the street.