PopUp Bagels
PopUp Bagels expanding to Oceanside location in former Black Market Bakery space in Freeman Collective development. Franchise owners Griffin Thall and Paul Goodman (The Bagel Boyz) operating the expansion from their successful La Jolla location.
Chocolate Bash
First flagship store for the dessert brand known for indulgent chocolate creations, located at The Outlets at Orange. Grand opening event will feature free chocolate tastings, giveaways, and complimentary merchandise.
Chocolate Bash
Second flagship location of dessert brand opening across from Disneyland, featuring exclusive menu items and morning/late-night specials for park visitors
Din Tai Fung
Xiao long bao specialist Din Tai Fung will open a new location at Westfield Topanga mall, expanding their Southern California presence with signature pork soup dumplings and Taiwanese dishes
Joy
Second Los Angeles location of Taiwanese restaurant Joy planned for former Wahoo’s Fish Taco location. Known for Taiwanese street food including minced pork on rice and scallion pancakes.
Hot Dog On A Stick
Hot Dog On A Stick is reopening at Redondo Beach Pier after closing in September 2024. City officials confirm it will reopen soon.
Doppio Zero
Michelin-recognized Neapolitan-style pizzeria expanding from Bay Area to Orange County near Newport Beach. First location outside Bay Area. Serves wood-fired pizzas, fresh pastas, and Southern Italian dishes.
Kura Sushi
Kura Sushi is opening a second location in San Diego at Mission Valley Mall. This will be the chain’s second location in the city, with the first having opened in 2015 in the Convoy District. The restaurant features conveyor belt sushi with interactive dining and a prize system called ‘Bikkura Pon’.
Palette Dim Sum
Authentic Cantonese restaurant opening at The Market Place in time for Lunar New Year celebration
AC Hotel and Element Hotel
Dual-brand hotel development featuring AC Hotel (four-star with rooftop lounge) and Element Hotel (extended stay). Four-story, 195-room total development with oversized pool, gym, conference rooms. Located in River Park area.