Smash And Stack Smash Burger Eatery Closes In San Diego's Pacific Beach After Just A Few Months In Business

Smash and Stack, the alien-themed smashburger restaurant that opened this summer on Garnet Avenue in San Diego's Pacific Beach, has quietly closed its doors after just a few months in operation. 

University Heights Fall Festival Returns To San Diego This October 18 With Music, Local Food, & Family Fun

San Diego’s University Heights Fall Festival returns on Saturday, October 18, from noon to 5pm at Birney Field, bringing back one of the city’s most beloved neighborhood traditions. The free, family-friendly celebration once again transforms the community into a vibrant autumn carnival filled with live entertainment, delicious local food, and activities for all ages - all while supporting the students of Alice Birney Elementary.

Barley & Sword Brewing Expanding From San Diego's North Park To Escondido

North Park-based Barley & Sword Brewing is set to open a second location in San Diego's North County, taking over the former home of Jacked Up Brewery in Escondido.

Savannah Bananas Announce Return To San Diego's Petco Park For Two Nights Of Banana Ball On March 21–22

After selling out Petco Park and turning baseball upside down in September 2025, the Savannah Bananas are returning for another round of fast-paced, fan-first fun. Mark your calendars as Banana Ball returns to downtown San Diego on March 21 and 22, 2026.

San Diego Restaurants Ordered Closed This Week (October 3 - October 9) 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 October 3 - 9, 2025.

Harland Brewing To Open Full-Service Restaurant & Taproom At San Diego's Mission Bay Golf Course

Harland Brewing is expanding its San Diego footprint with plans to open a full-service restaurant and taproom at the Mission Bay Golf Course & Practice Center, bringing local craft beer, food, and hospitality to the city’s only night-lit golf facility. 

San Diego’s Lafayette Hotel Earns Coveted Michelin Key, Cementing Its Place Among The World’s Top Stays

San Diego’s Lafayette Hotel, a reimagined North Park landmark blending Hollywood glamour with modern hospitality, has been awarded a Michelin Key - the hotel world’s equivalent of a Michelin Star.

Las Cuatro Milpas Property Pending Sale Amid More Rumors Of Purchase By Controversial Church Neighbor

The future of one of San Diego’s most beloved eateries has taken another dramatic turn. Public records now confirm that the property housing Las Cuatro Milpas, the historic Mexican restaurant in Barrio Logan, is now pending sale - and rumors are again swirling that the buyer may be none other than the controversial church next door.

Another Broken Egg Café Bringing Its Southern Charm To San Diego County

Another Broken Egg Café, a Southern-inspired breakfast and brunch chain, will open its first San Diego County eatery in 2026.

Buona Forchetta’s South Park Location Ordered Closed After Health Inspection Finds Major Violations

The original Buona Forchetta in San Diego's South Park has been temporarily shut down after a county health inspection uncovered multiple violations.

Child Injured After Truck Plows Into Gelato Shop In Encinitas

A terrifying crash in downtown Encinitas left a child seriously injured Wednesday evening as a pickup truck smashed into Gelato 101, according to San Diego County Sheriff’s officials.

Ike’s Love & Sandwiches Expanding To Escondido With New Location

Popular Bay Area sandwich chain Ike’s Love & Sandwiches is bringing its inventive creations to San Diego's North County city of Escondido.

Ballast Point To Close Miramar Tasting Room, Signaling A Troubled Future For A Once-Mighty San Diego Brewery

Ballast Point Brewing Company has announced that it will permanently close its Miramar tasting room on December 14, marking another major setback for one of San Diego’s most recognizable craft beer brands. 

Barrio Star Mexican Soul Food Closes After 15 Years In San Diego's Bankers Hill

After 15 years of serving what it proudly called “modern Mexican soul food,” Barrio Star has officially closed its doors in San Diego’s Bankers Hill neighborhood.