Top Chef Phillip Esteban Shares His Favorite SD Hot Spots
The force behind local haunts such as White Rice calls out his most-frequented restaurants and shops
Seaside in Monterey
A road trip guide to wine tasting, allergy-friendly dining, and whale-watching up north
If You Like Popeyes, Try Surf & Soul
The tiny takeout spot celebrates the best of Black soul food on the Eastside of San Diego
The Best Liquor Store Sandwiches in San Diego
Forget national chains and sub shops, your neighborhood’s local market has the best grinders, heroes, and hoagies
SD Food News: June 26–30
The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
Cesarina Group Opening Elvira in Ocean Beach
The pasta whisperers take over iconic OB spot—former home to BO-Beau and Thee Bungalow
20 Top Family Friendly Restaurants in San Diego
From thoughtful kid’s menus to toys, games, and beyond, children of all ages are guaranteed to love these eateries around town
Incoming: Black Plague Brewing
The brewhouse channels a gothic cathedral with a third storefront adjacent the North Park Theatre
SD Food News: June 19–23
The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
Incoming: Finney’s Crafthouse
A rooftop bar and beer garden helmed by former Duke’s Malibu executive chef coming to Oceanside 2024
Incoming: Breakfast Company Mission Valley
Rise and Shine Hospitality Group (Breakfast Republic, Fig Tree Cafe) announce plans for a coffee shop and roasting facility
8 Unique Ice Cream & Gelato Flavors to Try This Summer
As the city heats up, cool down with these fun (and sometimes weird) frozen creations
5 Coffee Shops Using Bitters For Cocktail-Inspired Drinks
From cold brew to lattes, these flavor extracts are enlivening espresso menus across San Diego
13 of San Diego’s Best Breweries
Sharpen your pitchforks—it’s a “best of” list (according to a beer writer)
SD Food News: June 12–16
The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
10 Wild, Weird, Damn Good Eats at the SD County Fair
Food critic Troy Johnson heads to the fairgrounds to try 36 creations for his list of don’t-miss treats
8 Places to Find Ube in San Diego Right Now
Take a walk down the ube brick road to snag these purple gems
Interview With an Icon: Chef Rick Moonen
One of the world’s foremost sustainable seafood chefs heading to San Diego to cook with the city’s top chefs at Marine Room
Incoming: Two Ducks
The brother chefs who launched Wormwood spin off with pop-up dinner concept, aiming at brick and mortar
First Look: El Sueño
The new Mexican restaurant, from the owners of Don Pietro, will feature multiple bars, an outdoor patio, and a speakeasy
SD Food News: June 5–9
The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
Incoming: La Pastaia
Sicilian-born and female duo open Venetian-style restaurant in Bay Park
Big Changes: Kindred
South Park’s vegan, gothic cocktail bar gets a facelift
SD Beer Weekend Looks to Reignite the Craft Beer Scene
Breweries and taprooms invite beer lovers to discover (or rediscover) their love of local brews from June 9-11
The Pregame of Fame
Pregame of Fame 2023 Templeton Rye Whiskey helped us choose 32 of San Diego’s best sports-friendly bars to compete in a showdown. We’re calling it the Pregame of Fame. Vote your favorite bar up the bracket to win the top title. Can’t see the bracket? Click here to reload.
SD Food News: May 29–June 2
The latest in food and drink happenings around town this week
