Marisi in La Jolla is preparing to host a James Beard Benefit dinner on March 20 with a five-course meal curated by Executive Chef Cameron Ingle. Proceeds will partly go to the James Beard Foundation.

Nobu is set to open a new location at San Diego's Hotel del Coronado in 2025 as part of the hotel's $550 million renovation, offering indoor and outdoor dining with exclusive dishes.

Chef Priscilla Curiel is set to expand the Chula Vista culinary scene with a new Mexican breakfast spot, the revival of Tuetano Taqueria, and a local Mujer Divina cafe.

The Gaslamplighter, a new upscale karaoke and cocktail lounge, will soon open in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, offering high-end drinks and entertainment.

Chao XO, a new restaurant blending Asian and Latin flavors, opens in National City's Bay Plaza, offering a menu that includes pho with Mexican birria and a mix of Peruvian and Vietnamese dishes.

TNT Pizza expands to Chula Vista, with plans for a North Park location. Known for both thick and thin crusts, they'll bring their popular pizzas, including unique options like the Pickle Pie, to more San Diego neighborhoods.

Roman Wolves restaurant is set to open in Little Italy, offering a Roman-inspired Italian menu and a bar with Italian spirits and spritzes in a space that combines ancient Roman and modern elements.

Eat Crispy Burger is expanding to Convoy Street in Kearny Mesa, aiming to replicate the success of its Encinitas location with its signature smash burgers and sides.

After 20 years, Hoboken Pizza & Beer Joint in Pacific Beach is closing due to financial pressures including the pandemic, higher costs, and rising rent.

French pastry chef Clément Le Déoré, known for his appearance on Food Network's Spring Baking Championship, opens Desserts by Clément in Pacific Beach, offering rolled croissants and baking classes.

Bok Bok Dok is a new Korean fried chicken eatery opened in San Diego by SDB Restaurant Group, offering a menu with wings, sandwiches, and Korean fusion dishes.

Bagby Beer Company in Southern California is being taken over by Green Cheek Beer, with the Bagby’s citing the pandemic’s impact and looking to preserve their legacy and team in the transition.

Toasted Gastrobrunch opens in La Mesa, occupying the former Sammy's Woodfired Pizza spot, offering daily bottomless mimosas, diverse meals, and a happy hour.