Night Hawk at the Baby Grand pairs $14 mocktails like Agua Fresca and Trophy Wife with babaganoush and za'atar fries in a tented, lagoon-side patio.

Handel's opened a Carmel Mountain Ranch scoop shop Tuesday with giveaways, 48 rotating flavors and pickup through DoorDash, Uber Eats and Postmates.

Little Fawn debuts inside the Fin Hotel with shareable California‑Mediterranean plates, natural wines and a tight cocktail program.

Del Mar Wine + Food Festival returns Sept. 30–Oct. 4 with a stacked chef lineup and a two-day Grand Tasting at Surf Sports Park. Tickets and VIP packages are on sale now.

Oto Sushi is opening a Leucadia outpost this July, bringing yakumi-style nigiri, robata grilling and plant-forward dishes to Encinitas.

Beijing Express held a solid A grade and a cult following for its salt-and-pepper wings. Then one inspection cycle took it from neighborhood favorite to a closure notice on the door — and it's far from the only one in the county this month.

Less than a year ago, Mille Fleurs earned a flawless 100 on its health inspection. This week the Michelin-listed Rancho Santa Fe icon got a closure notice instead — and it turns out it's not the only restaurant on its street to fall to the same problem.

North Park Beer Co. is taking its kitchen in-house and adding the Tokyo Smash burger and global pub fare ahead of its 10th‑anniversary celebration.

A new county report released during San Diego Wine Week finds strong harvests, modest wage gains and planned hiring — even as rising costs squeeze profitability.

Infusion Lab is coming to Pacific Beach this summer with espresso, matcha and signature ube drinks served in a design-forward, content-friendly space. The founders also plan to expand the concept into a lifestyle brand.

Marbella Oyster Bar is an intimate 30-seat raw bar from chef Armando Martin del Campo coming to Encinitas this August/September, serving oysters, crudos and European wines.

Pacifica Del Mar announced it will close in December after nearly 40 years. The Del Mar ocean‑view staple says it will operate through the end of the year.

Queenstown Hospitality Group opened a New Zealand‑style bistro in Del Mar Village with smashburgers, meat pies, weekend brunch and a dog menu. The group is offering opening promotions and weekday happy hour.