Vegan Mexican restaurant Phatties shutters in Escondido, Sabor Piri Piri closes for a revamp in National City, and more ...

The new hotel Baby Grand in Coronado is a mermaidcore fever dream that may be the region’s most visually arresting hotel opening in years. Find three dining destinations within the hotel: Night Hawk; ...

Helen I. Hwang is a freelance journalist who covers food, travel, and news. She worked in the food industry as a mechanical engineer for eight years, training as a “supertaster.” She then worked as an ...

A Roman trattoria perched atop the InterContinental Hotel San Diego, Seneca’s romantic rooftop fountain only enhances its garden in Eden vibe. Favorites include wood-fired prawns, homemade pastas (try ...

Cathy Chaplin is a former senior editor at Eater LA, a James Beard Award–nominated journalist, and the author of Food Lovers’ Guide to Los Angeles. Lilo’s $265 tasting menu goes heavy on seafood ...

Roxana Becerril is a Mexican-American journalist based in Southern California. Her work has been published by award-winning national and local publications including The Los Angeles Times, San Diego ...

Ajisen Ramen in the Convoy District closes after two decades, 24/7 taqueria La Posta De Acalpuco in Hillcrest shutters, and more restaurant closures to know ...

Rebecca Roland is the deputy editor of the Southern California/Southwest region, who covers the evolving landscape of LA’s food scene. Cult-favorite sushi restaurant Sugarfish will finally expand to ...

Bill Esparza is a James Beard award-winning food journalist, author of LA Mexicano, and onscreen food television personality covering food in United States and Latin America. Ever since leaving the ...

In advance of the California Michelin Guide ceremony on June 25, 2025, in Sacramento, the tire brand and culinary awards organization just added seven new Southern California restaurants to its guide, ...

Matthew Kang is a correspondent for Eater. Previously, he was the lead editor of Eater’s Southern California/Southwest region. He has covered dining, restaurants, food culture, and nightlife in Los ...

What a time to drink in San Diego. The city remains a progressive beacon on the cocktail scene while still keeping its classic dive bars thriving. Whether craving a beer and a shot or a bespoke ...