The Melt
Fast-casual chain planning new location at Del Amo Fashion Center near Lucille’s Smokehouse BBQ. Chain serves crispy chicken sandwiches, MeltBurgers, melts, mac n cheese, and shakes.
Outpost Cellar
Wine bar with 1,000-bottle list overseen by celebrated sommelier Patrick Cappiello, located inside Jenner Outpost retail shop adjacent to Café Aquatica. Will serve Monte Rio Cellars wines and extensive California/European selection.
Necessity Coffee
Independent coffee shop from Encinitas expanding to San Marcos location in North City mixed-use development. Will offer high-quality locally roasted coffee, fresh pastries, and welcoming environment.
Bedda
All-day Italian dining concept opening in South Park, San Diego. Will offer daytime brunch/lunch service and evening tapas-style bar. Takes over former Matteo bakery location. Owner also operates Carbon Angela’s Kitchen.
The Draft Shack
21-and-older taproom with 20 taps featuring rotating craft beer, seltzer, kombucha, cider, and wine on tap. Owned by Andrea and Jacob Marshall who also operate Infusion Taproom in Lincoln.
Olive Garden
First Olive Garden location coming to Hesperia at High Desert Gateway shopping center. Official announcement made January 29, 2026, but opening date not yet confirmed.
Gabacho
Latin-French fusion restaurant in 2,500-square-foot space featuring Guatemalan and Central American food with French influence. Menu will focus on brunch and dinner with risottos, pastas, steaks, crepes, and dessert French toast. Space includes bar-cafe, dining room, and outdoor patio.
The Paddock
Sports bar and restaurant with horse racing focus, taking over former Oaks Local space. Offers 200 indoor seats and 68-seat outdoor patio, elevated bar food menu including specialty pizzas and burgers, plus breakfast and brunch service.
Little Lenny’s
New smaller format concept from Lenny’s Casita team offering Mexican food with Middle Eastern touches in a non-kosher format. 1,200-square-foot space with vintage and modern design elements.
JINYA
Upscale JINYA concept featuring modern, high-end design with menu centered around dry-aged meat and seafood program. More upscale offering from JINYA Holdings.