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Bitter Brothers Brewing Co. has opened in Bay Ho, complete with an in-house production facility, 700-square-foot tasting room, and 25-foot bar.
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George’s at the Cove is unveiling George’s Gastrobar, a cocktail-focused food and drink lounge adjacent to its rooftop restaurant, George’s Ocean Terrace.
3.
Culinary Institute of America alum Tae Dickey brings wood-fired pizza, gelato, wine, and coffee to his fast-casual downtown concept Biga.
4.
Lobster West is planning a second location in Coronado set to debut this spring.
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Backed by Fluxx managing partner Jeffrey Fink and BiCE chef Mario Cassineri, Madison opened its doors in the former Lei Lounge space in University Heights.
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Tajima has launched a fourth outpost of its popular Japanese ramen house in the East Village, with interiors designed by Paul Basile.
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Downtown gains a new Mexican food stop with The Taco Stand, a La Jolla–based taqueria inspired by Tijuana street fare.
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Sandwiches, salads, and craft beer will converge at Moto Deli in Encinitas this spring.
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Little Italy’s Craft & Commerce is expected to open this spring with a refreshed look, plus a new interior tiki bar, False Idol, co-run by CH Projects and San Francisco–based rum expert Martin Cate.
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In other tiki news, the Caribbean-inspired Miss B’s Coconut Club is slated for a spring opening in Mission Beach. Cheers!
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Madison is now open in University Heights | Photo by Paul Body
