Bar One Is Coming To Little Italy | MasterChef Contestant Nick Nappi To Lead Kitchen

April 26, 2016

Bar One Drinks & Links will open in San Diego's Little Italy as early as this summer. Taking over the space previously occupied by Salon 1532 at 1532 India Street, Bar One will offer a modern take on old world Italian cuisine, with a menu designed and executed by former MasterChef Season 6 runner-up, Executive Chef Nick Nappi.

Amplified Ale Works Miramar Location Debuts

April 26, 2016

Amplified Ale Works will open the doors to its new Miramar brewery and tasting room today, expanding their operations from the small, beachside brewpub and restaurant in Pacific Beach. 

Chef James Montejano Out At La Valencia Hotel | "People's Chef" To Helm Kitchen At Cardiff Seaside Market

April 25, 2016

It's been almost 2 years since Chef James Montejano has taken over the culinary operations at La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla. The self proclaimed "People's Chef" is leaving La Jolla and moving northward to take over the Executive Chef role at the upscale Cardiff Seaside Market, which is in the process of an extensive expansion that includes a second story kitchen and event space.

New Del Sur Mexican In San Diego's South Park To Host Grand Opening Celebration On Cinco De Mayo

April 25, 2016

Del Sur Mexican Cantina - South Park’s newest edition that is now in the space previously occupied by Brabant Bar & Cafe - will host its grand opening party with cocktail and food specials this Cinco de Mayo - Thursday, May 5. The Mexican restaurant is ready to welcom patrons looking for south of the border soul food and innovative libations.

The Waterfront Owners Take Over Club Marina Bar For Sea Monster Concept

April 24, 2016

Chad Cline, who co-owns Little Italy's historic The Waterfront Bar and Grill, as well as Harbor Town Pub in Point Loma and Werewolf in downtown San Diego, will take over Club Marina Bar at 1310 Scott Street in Point Loma and will open Sea Monster.

Inaugural Ohana Dana Point Music Fest To Take Place This August 27-28 | Eddie Vedder, Elvis Costello, Lana Del Rey & More To Headline

April 23, 2016

This year marks the debut of Ohana - a two-day music festival taking place on August 27-28 at Doheny State Beach in nearby Dana Point, California. The festival will feature performances by Eddie Vedder, Lana Del Rey, Elvis Costello, Band Of Horses and tons more. Eddie Vedder and Kelly Slater will also be throwing a kick-off celebration at The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel the night before the event on August 26.

San Diego Poke Co. Reveals Menu & Offers Free Poke For First Guests | Popular Poke Company’s First Brick & Mortar Location Opens May 1

California Love bowl

April 22, 2016

Following last month’s announcement of an upcoming brick and mortar location, San Diego Poke Co., the popular poke vendor at the Hillcrest and Scripps Ranch Farmers Markets, has confirmed it will open on Sunday, May 1 in a 900-square-foot space on Friars Road between Mission Valley and Grantville. To celebrate the occasion, the first 100 guests will receive one free build-your-own poke bowl, the restaurant’s beloved staple dish.

Throw Back Thursday RePost - National Geographic Channel's Worlds Smart Cities: San Diego

April 21, 2016


In this National Geographic Channel feature that aired in January 2015, San Diego is spotlighted as the only U.S. city in the acclaimed documentary series "World's Smart Cities". San Diego was selected for its thriving technology sector, local innovators, environmentally conscious practices, intelligent public planning and an unparalleled quality of life. 

Parc Bistro-Brasserie Moves Into Former Croce's Park West Spot In Bankers Hill

April 22, 2016

Parc Bistro-Brasserie has taken over the space that previously housed Croce's Park West and will open in the heart of Bankers Hill as early as this May. Owned by longtime San Diego restaurateur Garo Minassian (Harry's Bar & Grill La Jolla), Parc will offer classical French cuisine from Executive Chef Donald Lockhart, as well as its own private wine label.

Uber Launches New Carpooling Option In San Diego | UberPOOL To Start April 25

April 20, 2016

Uber knows that more cars means more traffic and more pollution, so to help keep our quality of life from deteriorating, the rideshare company will launch uberPOOL service in San Diego on Monday, April 25. UberPOOL allows people going to the same place at the same time to share the journey, hoping to get more butts into fewer cars. This means cheaper rides for passengers and less congestion over time.

Searsucker Del Mar Launches New Price Fixed Menu, Happy Hour & Derby Brunch

April 20, 2016

Searsucker Del Mar has debuted a new spring pre-fixe menu that's available nightly for just $35 per person. The Del Mar destination has also unleashed a new daily happy hour and will host a Kentucky Derby brunch on May 7. 

San Diego's I Love Poke Festival Returns To Bali Hai For 7th Year This May 24

April 19, 2016

San Diego’s 7th Annual I Love Poke Festival and food competition returns to Bali Hai on Tuesday, May 24, from 6-9pm to celebrate Hawaiian culture and cuisine, featuring a poke dishes from an incredible lineup of restaurants, plus island-inspired tastes, music and more. This year’s tasting event will not only feature 30 of San Diego’s top chefs and restaurants, but will have, for the first time, Pokeland competitors from both Hawaii and Australia. Tickets to this event always sell out well ahead of time, so be sure to act fast!

Horton Plaza Park To Grand Open On May 4 | Community Celebration To Be Hosted By Mayor Faulconer

April 18, 2016

On Wednesday May 4, from 6:30-10pm, the official grand opening of Downtown San Diego’s highly anticipated Horton Plaza Park will take place. The grand opening celebration will be open to the public and hosted by Mayor Kevin Faulconer with special performances, beer gardens, food trucks, offerings from the Park Pavilions, live art, and the debut of the restored Irving Gill Fountain.

HBD RePost - Your 'Service' Dog Is Making Me Anxious | How The Dogs-In-Restaurants Trend Is Completely Out-Of-Control

A sign hanging at Oscar's in Pacific Beach

April 18, 2016

In honor of my mother's birthday, I am reposting her favorite SanDiegoVille article. Happy Birthday, Mom!!

Miss B's Coconut Club Sets Sail In Mission Beach

April 17, 2016

The tiki-inspired Miss B’s Coconut Club is now open in Mission Beach at the space formerly occupied by The Boardwalk, less that 50 feet from the beach. Island-inspired dishes make up the Coconut Club’s unique cuisine, where bold Caribbean flavors meet fruit-infused cocktails and local craft beer. This spring, celebrate San Diego’s nautical and maritime history and be sure to plunge into Miss B’s for a classic, Caribbean-inspired menu that’s bringing tiki to the beach.

Small Bar To Pair Craft Cocktails With Silly Bizarre Crime Mug Shots On May 24

April 17, 2016

A new kind of pairing event is taking place this May. Craft cocktail events are popular, but pairing booze with food has been done to death. Small Bar in University Heights is changing things up by pairing craft cocktails with mug shots. You read that right. On May 24, Small Bar will host an arresting event where six separate mug shots will each be paired with a mule inspired by the alleged crime committed by each suspect.

2nd Annual D6 Night Market Returns To Mira Mesa On Saturday, May 21

April 16, 2016

Get ready to light the night when the 2nd annual D6 Night Market returns to Mira Mesa Community Park on Saturday, May 21, from 4-10pm for a free, family-friendly public event. Named for San Diego’s City Council District 6 (“D6”), perhaps the most culturally diverse district in San Diego, the D6 Night Market will have all the elements of a successful night market including a mix of food and beverage stands, vendors, and entertainment.