Communal Coffee Opening Fifth Location in Bankers Hill
Plus, a fiery dinner series, a new taproom in North County, and more food and drink news
The Best Restaurants in San Diego 2025
We asked, you voted, and food critic Troy Johnson chose his favorites—these are the top food and drink people and places in the city
Fuzz Coffee & Records Coming to North Park
A trio of coffee alums and vinyl obsessives are opening their dream business in San Diego’s buzziest coffee ’hood
Who Really Created the California Burrito?
Have you ever wondered where the idea came from to add fries to the Mexican staple? We dig into its local history
First Look: Bianchi Pizza & Pasta
Palermo-born pizzaiolo Ignazio Tagliavia brings pizza mastery to the Bahia Resort Hotel in time for Memorial Day
Marta Cafe Replacing Twiggs Coffee House in University Heights
The vacant Adams Avenue space will reopen this summer with coffee and Mexican-inspired baked goods
First Look: Dreamboat in University Heights
A golden-era California diner from the mystics behind Kindred and Mothership is open now
Café Alessie Moving From National City to East Village
The former Market on 8th tenant brings its signature beverages and breakfast to its first standalone location this June
5 Wines to Try from Valle de Guadalupe
Pick up a bottle or plan a tasting from these esteemed Baja wineries featuring everything from organic pours to a century-old icon
First Look: Odie’s Pizza Opens in Oceanside
A self-proclaimed dough nerd brings sourdough, gluten-free, and vegan pies to Oceanside
Top Chefs & Acclaimed Drink Makers Return for the Del Mar Wine + Food Fest
San Diego’s biggest food and drink festival is back for a week-long celebration of SoCal’s best restaurants, chefs, and wineries from Sept. 10-14
First Look: Bosforo Opening in Normal Heights
The Turkish meyhane-style restaurant mixes ancient flavors with modern techniques
The Duke Brings Affordable Pub Grub to Mission Gorge
A new hospitality group with deep roots in San Diego’s bar scene is ready for its close-up
All 12 Restaurants Opening at the Gaylord Pacific Resort
Your first look at the dining concepts coming to Chula Vista’s new mega hotel debuting on May 15
5 Tijuana Tacos to Try Before You Die
The tastiest excuse for your next trip across the border, according to a seasoned local
New Wine Bar Opening in North Park This Summer
Ten years in the making, local Sholeh Abounasseri’s dream to open a wine bar and community space will come to life with her new concept, Rumi
Panama 66 & Blind Lady Ale House Team Launching New Concept in Balboa Park
Restaurateurs Jeff Motch and Clea Hantman are redeveloping the vacant space at the Village Grill into a garden-inspired eatery in Spanish Village
Where to Get Mother’s Day Brunch in San Diego, 2025
25 of the city’s top restaurants offering brunch specials, à la carte menus, buffets, and prix-fixe meals
Jason Mraz New Partner in Classic O’side Coffee Shop
As a new investor in Jitters Coffee Pub, the Grammy-winning artist is helping revive the over 30-year locale with an upgraded look, food, and live-music stage
After 35 Years, Sala Thai Gets a Remake (& a Killer Curry)
After three decades of ups and downs, the College Area classic marks a big milestone
The Iconic Urban Solace Building Finally Gets a New Restaurant
Successful LA-based, Venetian-inspired Bacari will open its first spot outside of The City of Angels in early 2026
First Look: Culinary Dropout in Del Mar
Iconic restaurateur and part-time local Sam Fox opens his signature gastropub in San Diego
Bianchi Bringing Pizza To The Bahia Resort This May
The Neapolitan-inspired Italian restaurant replaces the Tangier Bar, with an award-winning pizzaiolo at its helm
Opening Soon: Halal Burger Co. Adds a Unique Twist to Burgers
Co-owner Ahmed Hagisufi adds African and Mediterranean flavors to the American classic at its new location in College Area
Veranda Opening Soon at The Hotel del Coronado
Replacing Sheerwater, the al fresco concept opens April 11
Cali-Asian-Mexican Fusion Burger Spot Coming to College Area
Kinchana is slated to open this summer as a restaurant-slash-retail space for the community
