Sabelli-Frisch Wines
California winery Sabelli-Frisch Wines is opening its first tasting room and wine bar in a 450-square-foot space in Highland Park. The space will feature a wine library atmosphere with a long bar, indoor seating, backyard seating, and seating in front. Will offer wine tastings and flights from Sabelli-Frisch Wines only; no prepared foods but possibly […]
Luna Bistro & Cafe
Luna Bistro & Cafe, a fusion restaurant originating from Bakersfield, is expanding to Marina del Rey at Villa Marina Marketplace (formerly Kalaveras). The ~8,000 sq ft location will feature their all-day menu including pasta, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, coffee, and Mexican classics. Construction is currently underway and the team is aiming for a September 2026 opening.
Skywalker Grill
Skywalker Grill is a new restaurant opening at the top of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, designed by Rockwell Group and operated by Rhubarb Events & Hospitality Collection. Inspired by George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch, the restaurant features classic American dishes made with California-grown and seasonal ingredients. It will serve lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, […]
Ghost Sando Shop
Ghost Sando Shop is opening its seventh California location in Westwood Village at 901 Westwood Blvd, a space formerly occupied by Pret a Manger. The 1,100-square-foot space will feature 20 indoor seats and 10-12 patio seats. Owner Benjamin Sales plans to open by end of September 2026. Menu features hot and cold sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches, […]
El Pollo Peru
Peruvian restaurant formerly located at 13273 Van Nuys Blvd in Pacoima is reopening in a new Sylmar location after suffering smoke damage from a February fire. Menu includes ceviche, lomo saltado, Pollo a la Brasa, Tallarin Saltado, Papa a la Huancaina, and Choritos a la Chalaca. No exact opening date announced. The same ownership also […]
PopUp Bagels
PopUp Bagels is planning two new San Diego County locations: one in North Park at 3727 30th Street (part of the Amani San Diego development, ~911 sq ft with patio seating, beneath 78 residential units) and one in Encinitas at 1044 S Coast Highway 101. Documents submitted to San Diego County Dept of Environmental Health […]
Ironsmith Coffee Roasters
Veteran-owned specialty coffee shop and roastery opening a second location in Oceanside at Eucalyptus Grove, a renovated retail center. The 1,049-square-foot space will feature house-roasted beans, espresso drinks, and other cafe offerings. Opening is contingent on completion of the center’s remodel, estimated for Q3 2026. Flagship location is in Encinitas at 458 S. Coast Highway […]
Shoreside Gelato
Shoreside Gelato is a new gelato shop from the family behind Shoreside Bakery, opening next door to the existing bakery at 1035 8th Ave in downtown San Diego. Construction has already started and documents have been submitted to the San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality. No exact opening date announced. The shop will […]
Better Buzz Coffee
Better Buzz Coffee, a San Diego-based coffee chain, is planning a new drive-thru location at 733 Fletcher Parkway in El Cajon at the Fletcher Crossing shopping center. The 4,500 sq ft space currently operates as a Panera Bread. The company recently submitted documents to the San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality. No exact […]
Cuvee Club
Cuvee Club is a new after-hours Champagne lounge opening inside the existing Mimosa House restaurant at Marketplace at Granite Bay. Operated by the Dedier Family Company, it will offer French Champagne, Italian prosecco, and domestic sparkling wines, along with upscale scratch kitchen versions of greasy spoon classics. It will operate starting at 4:30 p.m. after […]