Pepper Lunch
Japanese fast-casual restaurant chain known for sizzling hot iron plate meals where customers cook their own food. First San Diego location owned by TD Family Ventures. Pending final inspections and permitting.
Ikaria
Fine-dining Eastern Mediterranean concept inspired by the Greek island of Ikaria, led by the family team behind Puesto and Marisi. Located in One Alexandria Square near Torrey Pines Golf Course. Will offer seasonal dishes, wine/cooking classes, and cultural experiences.
Stella Jean’s
Stella Jean’s ice cream shop opening seventh San Diego County location alongside Pop Pie Co. in former Village Pet Salon space, occupying approximately 1,300 square feet with handcrafted ice cream and globally inspired flavors
Souu LA
Taiwanese restaurant serving breakfast by day and steaks by night, adjacent to existing Steep LA teahouse in Chinatown. Currently previewing at Smorgasburg food festival.
Joe & The Juice
Danish-born juice and coffee brand opening new Mission Valley location. Serves coffee, cold-pressed juices, smoothies, breakfast bowls and flatbread sandwiches. Grand opening event scheduled with exclusive merch, DJ sets, photo booth, and free coffee or matcha with purchase.
Randy’s Donuts
Randy’s Donuts opening second location in Clovis area with grand opening featuring free glazed donuts from 6 a.m. to noon. Located in former Rita’s Italian Ice spot across from Sierra Vista Mall. Regular hours will be 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
Corner Bakery Cafe
Corner Bakery Cafe coming to Loma Vista Marketplace at Shaw and Leonard avenues, scheduled to open probably this summer
Kava Kameleon
Retro-futurist kava bar offering traditionally prepared and craft kava drinks in an alcohol-free social setting. Currently moving through city permitting and approval process.
Brodard Restaurant
Vietnamese restaurant known for nem nuong cuon spring rolls expanding from Orange County’s Little Saigon to Long Beach location in 2ND & PCH shopping center. Founded by Diane Dang with family recipes.
Kettle on Coast
Third location for The Kettle On coffee shop chain. Liquor license application filed for the location. Space currently occupied by Petite Madeleine Bakery. Will serve breakfast, lunch, coffee and pastries with community-oriented events.