San Diego Expands Outdoor Options For Gyms, Salons & Churches

July 20, 2020

At a news conference today, San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer announced a new executive order that will expand outdoor options for hundreds of businesses, including gyms, churches, barbershops and nail salons. The order will allow the businesses to expand their operations into private parking lots.

Where To Find KFC’s Beyond Fried Chicken In San Diego

July 20, 2020

Today KFC releases its plant-based Beyond Fried Chicken in select markets around the country, including in more than 20 locations around San Diego County. Here is where to find it!

Alleged San Diego Navy SEAL Berates 17-Year-Old Coronado Barista Over Mask Requirement

July 19, 2020

In a now viral video posted to Reddit over the weekend, an alleged Navy SEAL officer can be seen scolding what people are reporting is a 17-year-old female Coronado coffee shop employee over the establishment's enforcement of the San Diego facial covering policy.

Tacos El Trompo To Bring Tijuana-Style Mexican Flare To San Diego's Mission Beach

July 19, 2020

Tacos El Trompo, an authentic Tijuana-style taco shop that currently has locations in San Diego's National City & Barrio Logan, will soon open its third area outpost in Mission Beach.

Arson Investigated At Mona Lisa Deli In San Diego's Little Italy

July 18, 2020

San Diego Fire Department officials are investigating a possible arson following an early morning fire at the popular Mona Lisa Deli in Little Italy.

Soi OB To Bring Thai Flare To San Diego's Ocean Beach Starting Next Week

July 18, 2020

Soi OB will open next week in San Diego's Ocean Beach, offering Thai gastropub fare from the owner of North Park's popular Soi 30th.

All San Diego County Schools Banned From Reopening Until COVID-19 Numbers Improve

July 17, 2020

California Governor Gavin Newsom today ordered all school campuses to remain closed when the academic year begins in counties on the state's monitoring list due to spiking coronavirus cases, including San Diego County.

Chef Partner Splits With North County's Popular Campfire & Jeune Et Jolie Restaurants

July 17, 2020

It was announced earlier today that Chef Andrew Bachelier has split with the two popular Carlsbad restaurants he helped found - Campfire & Jeune et Jolie.

The Brigantine Group To Unveil $25 Million Portside Pier Next Week On San Diego Bay

July 17, 2020

Five years in the making, the transformation of one of San Diego’s most iconic waterfront restaurant sites is complete. The Port of San Diego and The Brigantine Restaurant Group will celebrate the unveiling of the 42,000 square-foot, $25 million Portside Pier restaurant development project next week at the site long occupied by Anthony's Fish Grotto in downtown's North Embarcadero.

Is Foie Gras Once Again Permitted On Menus In California? Nope, Not At All

July 17, 2020

Earlier this week, the Los Angeles Times declared that "Foie Gras is back on the menu in California" following a federal court ruling this week on the subject, but is it really true? No, it is not at all true, there is no restaurant in the state that can legally serve the controversial delicacy.

Fast-Casual Mexican QDOBA Announces First San Diego Location

July 16, 2020

With more than 700 locations around North American, QDOBA Mexican Eats today announced plans to launch its first San Diego location.

After Two Decades In Business, On The Border Mexican Grill Ends Run In San Diego's Mission Valley

July 16, 2020

After more than two decades in business, On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina in San Diego's Mission Valley has announced its permanently closure. 

Del Mar Racetrack Cancels This Weekend's Horse Racing After 15 Jockeys Test Positive for COVID-19

July 15, 2020

Del Mar Racetrack has canceled its next three days of horse racing after 15 jockeys tested positive for COVID-19.

San Diego City Council Approves Mayor's Plan To Expand Street Restaurants & Retail

July 14, 2020

The San Diego City Council voted unanimously today to support Mayor Kevin Faulconer's plan to expand outdoor dining and retail options during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Smoking Goat & Fernside Teams Join Forces For New Concept At Former Toronado Space

July 14, 2020

The teams behind San Diego's The Smoking Goat in North Park and Fernside in South Park are joining forces to launch a new concept within the space that long housed Toronado.

Menya Ultra Ramen Will Launch 3rd San Diego Location In Hillcrest

July 14, 2020

Ramen sensation Menya Ultra, which opened its first U.S. branch in San Diego's Kearny Mesa neighborhood in 2017 and was subsequently dubbed "best ramen in the U.S." by culinary personality Andrew Zimmern, will unveil its third area outpost in late 2020 in Hillcrest.

San Diego Begins Offering Free Summer Lunches To Children In Need

July 14, 2020

The city of San Diego launched a program today in partnership with several local companies that will offer free lunches for children in need  throughout the summer to help meet the needs of the community, especially those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

California Rolls Back Statewide Stay-At-Home Orders Once Again | Gyms, Churches, Salons & More Must Close In San Diego County

July 13, 2020

At his press briefing today, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state will be rolling back stay-at-home orders, citing continually increasing COVID-19 cases. All indoor activities around the state now have to cease at restaurants, breweries, wineries and more. In addition, San Diego is one of 30 counties that also must close additional sectors, including fitness centers, offices of non-critical businesses, places of worship, indoor malls, and personal care services.

San Diego Schools To Remain Online-Only To Begin Fall Semester

July 13, 2020

San Diego County, California’s second largest public school district, announced today that instruction will be remote-only this fall due to surging COVID-19 infections that pose far great a risk for students and teachers.