The Ultimate Guide To San Diego's Nearly 100 Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings In 2025

San Diego's dining landscape is poised for a remarkable transformation in 2025, with more than 90 new restaurants preparing to open their doors across the county. From celebrity-driven concepts and fine dining establishments to casual eateries and beloved chain expansions, the upcoming year promises to significantly enhance the region's culinary offerings.

Remembering Lucky's Breakfast Founder Wong "Lucky" Chong: A San Diego Icon

San Diego is mourning the loss of Wong "Lucky" Chong, the beloved proprietor of Lucky's Breakfast, also known as Lucky's Golden Phenix, who passed away on December 30, 2024 at the age of 86. For nearly 50 years, Lucky's diner on Grim Avenue in North Park was more than a restaurant—it was a cornerstone of community, built on kindness, humility, and resilience.

Spill The Beans Opens Fourth Location In San Diego's Pacific Beach

Pacific Beach has a new hotspot for coffee and bagels with the opening of Spill the Beans Coffee + Bagels, which marks the fourth location for the Verant Group's popular concept.

American Junkie Bar & Restaurant Set To Open New Area Location In San Diego's Pacific Beach

The lively American Junkie concept, known for its blend of sports bar energy and nightclub vibes, is preparing to open a new location in San Diego's Pacific Beach.

StarBread Filipino Bakery Opening Second San Diego Location

StarBread Bakery, the beloved Filipino bakery renowned for its Señorita bread and other baked goods, is opening a second San Diego location.

Ambrogio By Acquerello In La Jolla To Close, Team Announces Culinary Transition

Ambrogio by Acquerello, the fine-dining tasting menu destination in La Jolla's vibrant culinary scene, will close its doors later this month after two years of operations.

San Diego's Michelin-Recognized LOLA 55 Modern Taqueria Bringing New Bar & Restaurant To Liberty Station

The popular San Diego-based taqueria LOLA 55 is expanding its presence with a new location opening within Liberty Station in Point Loma.

The Winery Restaurant Closes In San Diego's Westfield UTC Without Notice After Six Years

The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar, a notable fine dining establishment in San Diego's Westfield UTC mall, has unexpectedly shut its doors after six years in operation.

San Diego's Decade-Old Bolt Brewery Announces Closure Of La Mesa Flagship Location

After a decade of serving the La Mesa community, San Diego's Bolt Brewery has announced that its flagship location will soon close its doors.

For Second Time In Past Two Months, Massive Fire Engulfs Former InCahoots Country Bar Building In San Diego's Mission Valley

A fire erupted on Christmas morning at the long-abandoned InCahoots Dance Hall & Saloon in San Diego's Mission Valley, the second blaze to occur at the property within the past two months.

From Pop-Up To Permanent: Acclaimed Chef Sebastian Becerra To Open Pepino Peruvian Eatery In San Diego's La Jolla

A new all-day café and bakeshop with Peruvian influences, Pepino started as a successful pandemic-era pop-up and will soon open a permanent location in La Jolla.

Señor Mangos Bringing Fresh Smoothies & Healthy Eats To San Diego's Hillcrest

Señor Mangos, the beloved North Park juice bar and cafe known for its fresh smoothies, juices, and healthy snacks, is preparing to open its third San Diego location in Hillcrest. 

Slick City Action Park Set To Open First California Location In San Diego

Slick City Action Park, the innovative indoor amusement center known for its waterless slides and air courts, is preparing to open its first California location in San Diego County.

The Presley Outdoor Restaurant Closing In San Diego's Liberty Station

After more than four years in business, Good Time Design hospitality group has announced the closure of The Presley, its outdoor restaurant located in San Diego's Liberty Station.