Bacari
Los Angeles-based Mediterranean restaurant inspired by traditional wine bars of Venice, Italy. This will be their 10th location and second in San Diego County. Features small plates, pizzas, and full beverage program. Liquor license application recently submitted.
Isola Pizza Bar
Italian restaurant specializing in Neapolitan-style pizzas opening third location in former Death By Tequila space. Features wood-fired ovens, housemade pastas, and full bar. Founded by chef Massimo Tenino with locations in Little Italy and La Jolla.
yet-to-be-named restaurant from Merritte Powell
New restaurant concept from Merritte Powell, owner of La Puerta Mission Hills, taking over former Harley Gray Kitchen & Bar space. Will offer seven-day service including lunch, brunch, happy hours, and late-night dining. Working with architect Mark Bausback on design.
Timbers Table & Kitchen
New restaurant opening at Great Wolf Lodge as part of resort-wide renovation. Will offer buffet-style breakfast and family-style dinners, over 1,000 square feet. Health agency reviewing plans with revisions needed.
The Original Saugus Cafe
Historic 139-year-old restaurant reopening under new ownership after closure. Eduardo Reyna, CEO of Dario’s restaurant, will be taking over operations amid legal dispute over the restaurant name between previous operators and property owners.
Petra
Mediterranean restaurant specializing in pizza, grill fare, falafel, shawarma, and gyros opening second location at SLO Public Market. Currently operates at 1210 Higuera Street since 2008.
Raising Cane’s
Multiple Raising Cane’s locations opening throughout January 2026 and beyond, with specific dates provided for many locations. Part of chain’s expansion to over 1,600 restaurants in the U.S.
Shelter Distilling
Shelter Distilling’s fourth location and first in Southern California, taking over the former StillWater Spirits & Sounds space. Will feature craft spirits from their Colorado facilities, full food program with local ingredients, live music, and renovated indoor-outdoor space with larger bar areas.
Casa Tua
International Italian dining brand preparing to open new restaurant in Beverly Hills. Recently submitted liquor license application signaling progress toward opening. Known for refined hospitality blending Italian cuisine with art, design, and community-focused experiences.
Rooftop Macarons
Second location of popular South Sacramento dessert café specializing in Italian macarons, gelato, tiramisu, and specialty coffees/teas. Founded in 2022, expanding to Placer County.