San Diego's Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival Announces Postponement Until 2022

August 26, 2021

San Diego's Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival was just about to announce its lineup for a November 2021 return, but due to rising COVID-19 cases, organizers have decided to postpone the event until 2022. 

Resident Brewing Team Brings Crafted Culture To San Diego's North County

August 25, 2021

Opening this week in the expansive space that last housed the short-lived The Florence in San Diego's Sabre Springs community is Crafted Culture, a bar & restaurant concept from the team behind Resident Brewing and Wokou Ramen.

Duke's Old Fashioned Onion Burgers To Bring Oklahoma Delicacy To San Diego

August 24, 2021

Duke's Old Fashioned Onion Burgers will bring Oklahoma-style smashed onion burgers to San Diego when it opens later this year. 

Swami's Cafe To Open New Location In Downtown San Diego

August 23, 2021

The popular San Diego-born healthy breakfast & lunch destination Swami's Cafe will soon open a new location within the space that last housed Salad Style in downtown San Diego.

The Habit Burger To Open New Drive-Through Branch In San Diego's Pacific Beach

August 22, 2021

American fast casual chain The Habit Burger is opening a branch in the standalone building that last housed a taco shop on the corner of Grand Avenue & Cass Street in San Diego's Pacific Beach. 

Former Campfire & Jeune Et Jolie Chef To Open New Chicken Restaurant In Encinitas In Partnership With Skateboard Legend Tony Hawk

August 21, 2021

Chef Andrew Bachelier, who was integral in the launch of dining destinations Campfire and Jeune et Jolie in Carlsbad, has announced he will be opening a new restaurant in the Leucadia area of Encinitas.

Pizzeria Bruno To Shutter In San Diego's University Heights After More Than A Decade In Business

August 20, 2021

After more than a decade serving wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizza in San Diego's University Heights neighborhood, Pizzeria Bruno Napoletano will close next month.

Plant Power Fast Food To Bring Vegan Comfort Food To Carmel Mountain Ranch

August 19, 2021

Growing San Diego-based vegan drive-through chain Plant Power Fast Food will bring its newest outpost to Carmel Mountain Plaza in Northern San Diego County.

Virtual Restaurant Company CloudKitchens To Open Aztec Food Hub In San Diego's College Area

August 18, 2021

Founded by the former CEO of ride-share giant Uber, CloudKitchens is rapidly expanding its "virtual" restaurant kitchen locations across the United States and will soon launch its second San Diego collective in the San Diego State University College Area.

"Papa" Doug Manchester May Return To San Diego's Restaurant Industry With The Opening Of Papas On Prospect

August 17, 2021

Public records indicate that San Diego businessman "Papa" Doug Manchester is in the process of returning to the La Jolla space where he last operated Bijou bar & restaurant for the opening of a new concept dubbed Papas On Prospect.

Queenstown Public House To Open New Location At Former Karl Strauss Brewing Space In Heart Of San Diego's La Jolla

August 16, 2021

New Zealand-inspired Queenstown Public House is opening a new location in the heart of La Jolla Village, taking over the space that housed Karl Strauss Brewing Company for nearly 25 years.

Harumama To Open Location In San Diego's Ocean Beach

August 14, 2021

Taking over the 2-story building that last housed OB Garden Café in San Diego's Ocean Beach neighborhood is the fifth location of Harumama, a kitschy Japanese restaurant concept known for its Instagram-famous, animal-shaped buns.

Slater's 50/50 Founder Takes Over Former Denny's Building In San Diego's Pacific Beach For 24-Hour Multi-Concept Restaurant

August 13, 2021

The founder of SoCal-born burger & beer chain Slater's 50/50 has taken over the standalone building in San Diego's Pacific Beach that housed a Denny's diner for more than 50 years for the opening of a 24-hour, multi-concept restaurant.

Prolific San Diego Restaurateur To Operate New Bar & Restaurant In Balboa Park

August 12, 2021

The hospitality company behind San Diego's Michelin-recognized Cucina Urbana and Cucina Sorella is opening a new bar & restaurant in Balboa Park. 

The Jolly Joker Tavern Replaces Elbow Room In San Diego's Kearny Mesa

August 12, 2021

Taking over the space in San Diego's Kearny Mesa occupied by Elbow Room for nearly a decade is The Jolly Joker, a jester-themed neighborhood tavern from experienced California restaurant owners.

All Of San Diego Should Be Proud Of The Rady Shell | San Diego Symphony's New Outdoor Home Is A Dazzling Addition To America's Finest City

August 12, 2021

After attending a concert at the newly-opened The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, we felt morally compelled to declare to our readership that this stunning outdoor concert venue is one the entire city should be proud of.

Crack Taco Shop To Bring "Cardiff Crack" To San Diego's Seaport Village

August 11, 2021

The second location of Crack Taco Shop will open as part of the continued revitalization of San Diego's bayfront Seaport Village. 

Food Network Seeking Diners & Construction Help For San Diego Restaurant Overhaul

August 11, 2021

After several delays in filming over the past year, San Diego's four decades old Kaiserhof German American Restaurant is in line to be featured on Food Network's Restaurant: Impossible makeover show, and they're currently looking for prospective diners, as well as design & construction staff.

San Diego's Sepulveda Meats Butcher Shop To Add Onsite Wine Bar & Restaurant

August 10, 2021

San Diego's 5-year-old Sepulveda Meats & Provisions in Golden Hill will soon open a neighboring eatery specializing in small bites, local beer and wine.