San Diego’s RMD Group Joins Ballast Point Brewing As New Local Partner, Launching Plans For Expansion

Two of San Diego’s most recognizable names in beer and nightlife are joining forces, as RMD Group (Huntress, Rustic Root) becomes an official partner in Ballast Point Brewing Company with plans to expand its local footprint.

Review: SHUCKED Brings A Bushel Of Laughs And Heart To San Diego’s Civic Theatre

SHUCKED has sprouted at San Diego’s Civic Theatre for a short but sweet run from August 12-17, and this Tony Award-winning musical is every bit as “ear-resistible” as the hype suggests.

La Corriente Mexican Seafood Expanding To Coronado With Second San Diego Location

La Corriente Cocina del Pacifico, the acclaimed Mexican seafood restaurant group behind one of La Jolla’s most popular recent openings, is set to unveil a second San Diego location later this year in Coronado.

Popular Los Angeles-Based Sushi Brand Sugarfish Confirms First San Diego Location, Set To Open In Little Italy In Spring 2026

After years of speculation, Sugarfish by Sushi Nozawa has officially announced it will open its first San Diego restaurant in Spring 2026, bringing the acclaimed Nozawa-style sushi to Little Italy. 

Pacific Beach’s Beverly Beach Garden Faces Online Backlash Over Alleged Drink Removal Practices

The Beverly Beach Garden, the three-story bar and restaurant that opened in San Diego's Pacific Beach late last year, is facing criticism on social media following a viral Reddit post accusing staff of intentionally removing customers' drinks to boost sales.

Good Enough Cocktail Club Coming Soon To San Diego's Little Italy

In addition to opening a new restaurant collective in the former Little Italy Food Hall, Tiger Hospitality has taken over the space space across from Piazza della Famiglia previously occupied by Sam The Cooking Guy's Basta! for the opening of Good Enough Cocktail Club.

LA's Hit Salad Chain Sweetgreen Expanding Again With New San Diego Location Heading Into Former Corner Bakery Space In Mission Valley

Sweetgreen, the fast-casual salad chain known for its customizable, seasonally inspired bowls, is continuing its rapid expansion in San Diego with plans to open a new branch former Corner Bakery Cafe space inside Westfield Mission Valley mall.

Joe’s Crab Shack Shuttered By Health Department After Leaking Sewage Into San Diego Bay Weeks Before Permanent Closure

Joe's Crab Shack’s final weeks on San Diego's downtown waterfront came to an abrupt halt Friday, when the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health and Quality ordered the restaurant closed for "discharging of sewage outside the facility."

The Social Study Brings Science, Storytelling, And Sold-Out Talks To San Diego

What if your next happy hour came with a lecture on AI, resilience, or even microplastics - taught by a world-class expert who knows how to work a room? That's the premise behind The Social Study, a rapidly growing San Diego-based speaker series that's turning science, culture, and career advice into hot-ticket entertainment.

The Melt Eyes Fourth San Diego Location In San Marcos' Grand Plaza Shopping Center

San Francisco-based comfort food chain The Melt appears to be preparing for another San Diego expansion, with plans in the works for a new location in San Marcos.

San Diego Restaurants Ordered Closed This Week (August 1 - August 7) 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 August 1 - 7, 2025.

Nathan Fletcher Gets Off! A Victory For Creepy Old Men In Power Everywhere

Dismissal is not exoneration, but today, a San Diego judge handed disgraced former County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher the kind of procedural win that powerful men dream about. It's the legal equivalent of a "get out of jail free" card, and a case study in how influence, PR, and procedural collapse can combine to launder a reputation without ever addressing the truth.

NYC's The Halal Guys Set To Open First San Diego Location This Summer After Years of Anticipation

After more than seven years of rumors, delays, and changing franchise hands, NYC's famed The Halal Guys is finally bringing its popular Middle Eastern street food to San Diego, with the first local location slated to grand open this August.

Swami’s Cafe To Close Encinitas Inland Location After 15 Years Amid Past Sexual Harassment Controversy And Rumors Of More Closures

After a decade and a half serving breakfast, lunch, and good vibes to the community, Swami’s Cafe will close its Encinitas Inland location in mid-September.

The Bitter Battle Behind Bitchin' Sauce: A Multi-Million Dollar San Diego Success Story Still Souring On Social Media

In the world of vegan dips, few brands have captured the local imagination like Bitchin' Sauce, born right here in San Diego. But behind the success story lies a tale of familial strife, corporate control, and a resilient yet contentious comeback for ousted brothers, who continue to put their old company on blast.

Sex Trafficking Sting During San Diego Comic-Con Weekend 2025 Nets 13 Arrests, Following 2024 Operation That Rescued 10 Victims

The San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force arrested 13 people on suspicion of solicitation during a three-day sting operation coinciding with the 2025 San Diego Comic-Con International, following a similar operation where 14 were arrested and 10 potential victims saved in 2024.

Wellness Influencer-Turned-Restaurateur VanMan Launching Bold Burger Concept In San Diego

Grassfed burgers, tallow fries, and controversial anti-mainstream ideology collide as VanMan brings his booming wellness brand to San Diego's restaurant scene.  

Rock Legends HEART Return To San Diego With Todd Rundgren For One Unforgettable Night At Pechanga Arena On August 13

Rock & Roll Hall of Famers HEART are bringing their iconic sound and electric stage presence back to San Diego this summer as part of their Royal Flush Tour 2025, with a highly anticipated performance at Pechanga Arena on August 13. The legendary band will be joined by special guest Todd Rundgren, promising fans a night of timeless rock anthems and unforgettable energy.

Review: Creed’s Summer Of '99 Tour Brings Power, Pyro, And Melodramatic 90s Glory To San Diego

Creed's much-hyped reunion tour thundered into San Diego's South Bay on Wednesday night, turning Chula Vista's North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre into a nostalgia-soaked cathedral of post-grunge glory. And yes, it was sweaty, sentimental, testosterone-laced, and undeniably spectacular.

The Pad Thai Stand Expands To San Diego's North County For Fourth Location

The Pad Thai Stand, the popular concept known for its diverse takes on Thailand’s most iconic noodle dish, is preparing to open a new outpost in San Diego's North County.