Epic Wings is opening in the Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch and will run daily grand‑opening deals Jan. 12–16. Expect BOGO offers, a free treat day and scratch‑made menu staples.

Lia’s Lumpia has closed its Barrio Logan takeout spot and will focus on catering, pop-ups and special events. The team will still appear at festivals and be available for bookings.

Two San Diego restaurants, Lilo and Lucien, featured on the "Most Beautiful New Restaurants" list by Robb Report for their exceptional designs and high-quality dining experiences.

A new chef‑driven event venue from Aron and Pam Schwartz will open in Encinitas this spring. Blank Slate pairs a 12‑seat chef’s counter with community nights and private events.

One of Us has secured 3085 University Ave in North Park to build San Diego’s first women-focused sports bar, taking over the longtime URBN Coal Fired Pizza space. The founders are crowdfunding a 2026 buildout.

A new California law requires most store‑bought corn tortillas and masa products to be fortified with folic acid starting next week, with small bakers exempted. Officials say the aim is to reduce neural‑tube birth defects.

Urban Plates opened a Mission Valley location at 1620 Camino de la Reina, serving made-from-scratch plates, family meals and transit-friendly access near Snapdragon Stadium.

Pizza Cassette is opening a permanent Pacific Beach location at 1459 Garnet Avenue in early 2026, moving from The Gärten in Bay Park. The new spot will seat about 60–80 and keep the chef’s scratch-made pizzas.

Olive Garden is prepping a San Ysidro restaurant at the former Bank of America near the Premium Outlets; filings show early activity but no opening date yet.

Lilo earned a Michelin star within weeks and a new Eater review praises its $265, 12-course tasting menu and intimate, counterside service.

Huntington Beach’s The Brant is opening at 806 S Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas with a larger kitchen and a 1,500‑sq‑ft rooftop bar, aiming for summer 2026.

A soccer-focused Premier Pub is taking over Cheers Bar & Grill in Rancho Penasquitos, promising smash burgers, live music and big-screen soccer nights.

Hillstone appears to have switched its Del Mar plan to an Honor Bar at the former Bully’s North site. Construction is underway and a first‑half 2026 opening is targeted.