The Dish: April 24–30

The Dish is your source for the latest menu updates, new cocktail programs, happy hours, and special offers from San Diego’s best restaurants and bars!


Chef Drew Deckman Curates Multi-Course Dinner at Rancho Valencia

Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa’s culinary series continues with the famed Chef Drew Deckman of Deckman’s en el Mogor in the Valle and his multi-course dinner paying homage to the vibrant flavors of the San Diego and Baja regions.

Deckman will be collaborating with Rancho Valencia’s Executive Chef Emiliano Safa and Chef Christopher Gentile to curate a dinner that showcases locally sourced, sustainably fished and farmed ingredients in innovative dishes.

The dinner will take place beneath the twinkling lights in The Garden at Rancho Valencia alongside the olive trees, paired with  Deckman’s favorite Baja region wines from Hugo D’Acosta’s Paralelo and Casa de Piedra.

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Trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos and his trio will provide the live entertainment for the evening.

The dinner takes place on Thursday, April 25 from 6 PM to 9 PM. Ttickets are $325 per person and can be purchased here.

Rancho Valencia will also be offering special room rates. Make a booking by calling 858 759 6240.

The Lafayette Hotel is Esquire Magazine’s New Hotel of the Year

The Lafayette Hotel & Club has been named the 2024 New Hotel of the Year by Esquire Magazine! The recognition underscores its commitment to excellence in hospitality and design, setting a new standard for luxury accommodations — and fun — in San Diego.

The iconic Lafayette Hotel & Club reopened its doors in the buzzing neighborhood of North Park in San Diego, California. This maximalist dream was developed by CH Projects, with a $31M renovation.

The historic hotel is a two-and-a-half-acre Colonial-style hotel originally built in 1946 by entrepreneur Larry Imig as a haven for young Hollywood hosting.

The redesign was the first proper restoration of the property and designed by CH Projects and Brooklyn-based Post Company, including seven new food and beverage outlets.


Celebrate Passover at Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine

In honor of Passover this year, Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine will be offering a special kugel and caviar dish which will be available throughout the eight days of the traditional Jewish holiday from Monday, April 22 to Tuesday, April 30.

Kugel, a baked casserole typically made with potatoes, is a popular mainstay on Jewish tables during Passover when leaven is forbidden. Lionfish will offer a modern culinary twist on the traditional dish crafted with roasted potato, caramelized onions, smoked salmon and dill.

Served with caviar, the Passover special will be priced at $28.

Lionfish is open from 5 PM to 9 PM on Sunday through Wednesday, from 5 PM to 10 PM on Thursday, and from 5 PM to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.


Vincenzo Italian Takes Over the Former Farmer’s Table Space

The prime location that used to be occupied by The Farmer’s Table is now home to Vincenzo! Experience San Diego’s first cheese wheel bar and Aperol Spritz window bar at Vincenzo this week. Founder Vincenzo Loverso introduces a modern chic restaurant offering breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Indulge in fresh pasta tossed in cheese wheels sourced from Italy, enjoy the ambiance of inviting décor, and unwind in private dining rooms for larger gatherings.

Since 1992, Loverso has shaped San Diego’s dining scene, and Vincenzo promises to continue the tradition with a fresh take on Italian cuisine. Join the culinary journey starting April 18 in the heart of Little Italy.


Bivouac Ciderworks’ Adventure Lodge Now Serving Weekend Brunch

Bivouac Ciderworks’ new Adventure Lodge & General Store has expanded its food offerings, launching weekend brunch and a snack menu. 

Bivouac Ciderworks’s weekend brunch

Customers are invited to grab a seat at a communal table or Café seat along North Park’s 30th Street corridor for Bivouac Ciderworks’ Weekend Brunch, served Friday through Sunday from 10 AM to 3 PM.

The multifaceted community space now offers a rotating brunch menu to fuel the day’s adventure, including egg bites and tortilla Española (also known as a Spanish omelette).

Plus, there are two shareable “towers”—the Mezze Tower with two types of hummus, whipped feta, pita bread, fresh veggies, pickles, and falafel and the Miss Bagel Tower with all the sweet and savory fixings: three types of cream cheese, , capers, fresh veggies, and apple compote.

Welcome to Wild Child Ice Cream: Where the Fun Never Melts!

The beloved ice cream window in Mission Hills is back open and serving scoops! Wild Child Ice Cream serves ice cream and experiences inspired by the nostalgic flavors of childhood, endless summer days, and joyful screen-free activities.

Wild Child Ice Cream window in Mission Hills

The Mission Hills ice cream window in Mission Hills, once the home of Mr. Trustee Ice Cream, is located at 4033 Goldfinch Street, adjacent to Trust Restaurant Group’s Cardellino Restaurant. They’re open Tuesday to Thursday, 2 PM to 9 PM; Friday to Saturday, 12 PM to 10 PM; and Sunday, 2 PM to 9 PM.


Postino WineCafé Opening Two Locations!

Postino, the all-day restaurant and wine café known for its cult-like following, welcoming hospitality, and inspired spaces—is making its anticipated entry into San Diego with the opening of two locations this Spring, one in Little Italy and another in Del Mar’s One Paseo village.

Postino is excited to introduce two new neighborhood hangouts that embody their renegade ethos of ‘Drinking Wine At Lunch Is Not a Crime.’ We’re all for it! 

Check out our article here.

Union Kitchen and Tap Opens Third Location in Pacific Beach

OMG Hospitality is bringing elevated dining to the heart of Pacific Beach with the opening of its third location of Union Kitchen and Tap, which has sister locations in the Gaslamp and Encinitas.

Union Kitchen and Tap Pacific Beach

Located on Garnet Ave, just off of Mission Boulevard, the space was previously occupied by Backyard Kitchen & Tap.

The 6,000 square-foot Pacific Beach locale boasts a spacious layout with a lounge-like atmosphere offering indoor and outdoor dining options, a lively main bar with multiple TVs for sports enthusiasts to catch all the big games, and a comfortable lounge space perfect for groups and parties.


10th Anniversary Bash at OB Playground

City Tacos will host its 10th anniversary celebration on Saturday, May 4 at its Ocean Beach location, OB Playground.

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Doors open an hour earlier than normal, at 10 AM, and the family-friendly day includes complimentary face painting for kids, stilt walkers, a mariachi band, and a pug meet-up (the mascot of the eatery that first opened in North Park in 2014).

All guests who bring a pug from 10 AM to 12 NN will receive a free taco. In addition, all guests can enjoy the 10th anniversary special of two tacos and a beer for $10 throughout the day.

Pet Adoption at Common Theory

Common Theory Public House in the Convoy District is hosting its first-ever pet adoption event on Saturday, April 27, from 11 AM to 2 PM. Pups from PAWS4Thought Animal Rescue will be on hand to find a forever home. Everyone who adopts a pup will get a beer for 99 cents to celebrate!


Soo Breezy

The Original 40 Brewing Company and TapRoom Beer Company have collaborated on Soo Breezy West Coast Pale Ale, a side-by-side trial beer from the North Park breweries using the same recipe but with different Amarillo hops.

Original 40 featured T90 Amarillo from Virgil Gamache Farms, while TapRoom included Flowable Amarillo from Totally Natural Solutions.

Soo Breezy, which is 5.4% ABV, is available on draft at the two breweries 1.5 miles apart. Original 40 also has the beer in four packs of 16-oz cans.

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Original 40 is located at 3117 University Avenue, and the TapRoom is located at 2000 El Cajon Boulevard. Both are dog-friendly.

Original 40 opens at noon Monday through Friday and at 11:30 AM on Saturdays and Sundays. TapRoom opens at 11 AM Monday through Friday and at 10 AM on Saturdays and Sundays.


Padres Game Day Specials

Hot Dogs and Caviar at Nason’s Beer Hall!

Gather the entourage and make Pendry San Diego your home base in the heart of San Diego’s popular Gaslamp Quarter to watch the San Diego Padres play at Petco Park, just a short walk away.

Before the game, raise a glass or pint at Nason’s Beer Hall, an ideal pre-game hub located in the hip hotel, featuring 23 big screen TV’s,  24 beers on tap, and a selection of curated cocktails.

Nason's Beer Hall

Enhance your game day experience with Nason’s ongoing season special: a delectable Wagyu Hot Dog accompanied by truffle aioli on a potato bun for just $9. Ass a 1oz tin of Kaluga Royal Caviar for $50.

Other game-day bites include cheesy tots, bone-in and boneless wings, and buffalo chicken fries.

.99 Cent First Beers at Swing Social

Swing Social, the interactive sports bar in the middle of the Gaslamp, offers a high-energy dining and drinking experience in a unique setting.

Located on Fifth Avenue, Swing Social serves up a mix of energetic gameplay, exciting cocktails, spirited décor, and approachable bar fare. This baseball season, Swing Social is offering guests .99 cent first beers if the Padres win any home game!

New Padres Flavor at MooTime Creamery

Stop by Mootime Creamery and try the new Padres flavor, The Winning Cream—made with Banana Ice Cream, Peanut Butter Swirl, Fudge Swirl, and Oreos! Then, snap a photo with Moony Moochado and tag Mootime Creamery on Instagram to be featured on MooTime’s Moochado Wall of Fame!

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Enjoy happy hour drink specials during Padres’ games at The Islander—from the first pitch to the last out!

  • $4 Stone Buenaveza
  • $6 Alesmith .394 Pale Ale
  • $7 Wines by the glass
  • $8 Classic Mai Tais (draft cocktail)
  • $10 Cutwater “Call-It’s” (vodka soda, gin & tonic, rum & coke)

Also, get your hands on Dinky Donut Shack, a glazed chocolate donut topped with a Padres chocolate coin. Available through April.

Try the Karl Strauss Tower X West Coast IPA at Petco Park

Karl Strauss released its Tower X West Coast IPA in City Connect-themed cans at Petco Park this season for the first time. The 19.2-oz beer is available at the grab-and-go coolers throughout the park, as well as at Karl Strauss-specific stands.

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Eco-Tacos and Low-Waste-Libations for Earth Month at LOLA 55

LOLA 55, known for its zero-waste approach and recognized as San Diego’s only MICHELIN Bib Gourmand taqueria, collaborates with The Plot, a leading plant-based eatery, for Earth Month specials.

Throughout April, The Plot’s chef-cofounder Davin Waite adds three plant-focused specials to LOLA 55’s taco menu, showcasing ethical eating without compromise.

Complementing these dishes, LOLA 55’s Beverage Director Gareth Moore crafts sustainable cocktails, utilizing ingredients to their fullest potential.

Moore’s inventive mixology includes vegan fat washes, housemade cordials from citrus peels, and gourmet garnishes repurposed from kitchen scraps. This collaboration highlights the best of conscientious consumption during Earth Month.

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These limited-time menu items will be available only at LOLA 55 locations (East Village + Carlsbad).

APRIL 14 to 20:
Carrot Adobada Taco ($5.50): guacamole fresca, pickled jalapeno, pistachio pesto, and marigold
Green Gold ($12): reposado tequila, pistachio arugula orgeat, orange cordial, lime, and orange wheel with pistachio-cinnamon sugar powder garnish

APRIL 21 to 27:
Quinoa Ceviche Tostadas ($5.75): quinoa, red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, serrano pepper, and cojita cheese
Cucumber Guavaloma ($12): blanco tequila, guava mezcal, grapefruit oil, cucumber vesper, grapefruit salt rim, and cucumber garnish


The Green Hour Comes to Life at Wormwood

Wormwood’s new happy hour is now available Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from 5 PM to 7 PM

In 19th century Paris, absinthe was so popular that five o’clock at Parisian cafés became known as l’Heure Verte, the Green Hour. “It seems when I drink you, I inhale the young forest’s soul,” wrote French poet Raoul Ponchon.

With decadence came disapproval, then demonization. Some doctors charged that “absintheurs” were succumbing to “absinthism,” a syndrome marked by seizures and hallucinations. French anti-alcohol groups worked with viticulturists to ban it.

Today, absinthe is sold legally throughout Europe and North America. Swiss and EU producers, recognizing the drink’s seductive mystique, have even fought over ownership of the “absinthe” and “Green Fairy” labels.

At Wormwood, they are reclaiming the Green Hour—the original Happy Hour! They’ll have Absinthe, cocktails, wine specials, and a new bar bites menu! Walk-ins are accepted!


Cocktails for a Cause With Coco Maya and Miss B’s Coconut Club

Miss B’s Coconut Club and Coco Maya have both announced initiatives supporting the Big Josh Foundation, a San Diego-based non-profit focusing on providing financial support and counseling to those working in the service industry, as freelancers, or as contractors, who become diagnosed as terminally ill.

Both restaurants have created several newly crafted cocktails that will taste as good as it feels to support a great, local cause!

Cocktail drinks at coco maya

Join Little Italy’s Coco Maya on Wednesdays, beginning April 10, where $1 from each of the following cocktails will be donated directly to Big Josh:

  • The Violet Steel with Komos Reposado Rosa, Lo-Fi Gentian Amaro, trybe, lime, and orgeat
  • The Sultry Spritz, a bubbly concoction with hints of pomegranate
  • The Girls Pint Out with Stella and Gentian Amaro
  • The Pink & Smoky with Gentian Amaro and mezcal
  • The M&M Shot

At Miss B’s Coconut Club in Mission Beach, $1 of each Lo-life cocktail will be donated every day through June 30: The Lo-life includes “Lo-Life”- Lo-Fi Gentian Amaro with light beer—a refreshing drink that pairs perfectly with Miss B’s beachside atmosphere


New Vinyl Disco Brunch Party at Beeside Balcony

Beeside Balcony in La Jolla is kicking off Springtime with a new Vinyl Disco Brunch Party, because the only thing better than brunch is brunch AND disco!!

Happening every Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM, brunch is complete with stunning ocean views of the La Jolla coastline and local resident DJ Ole’ Dom spinning records on vinyl.

Start your Sunday off right by sipping on Beeside’s Seagrove Sunrise layered with kumiho tequila, fresh orange juice, and pomegranate syrup while dancing the morning away to some funky music! 

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Favorites from the brunch menu include Shrimp Toast, Breakfast Sandwich, Gyros, Grilled Feta Cheese Sandwich, Acai Bowl, Veg-Out Omelet, French Toast, and Poutine Bowl made with rosemary fries, chorizo, bacon, demi-glace, red onions, two fried eggs, cheese blanket, sriracha aioli, and micro cilantro.

Other cocktails include a twist on the classic French 75, Beeside Bloody, White and Red Sangria, Mango Michelada, plus a few other beer cocktails. 

Reservations can be made by clicking here.


Introducing OG Tropics

The Original 40 Brewing Company has released OG Tropics, a Hazy IPA that is 7.0% alcohol-by-volume (ABV) and has aromas of lychee, stone fruit, and subtle pine dankness.

Guests can also try the new Spicy Italian Flatbread, which includes spicy Italian sausage, bell peppers, mushrooms, red onion, fontina, smoked gouda, and parmesan.


April’s Munchie-Inspired Flavors at Spill the Beans

Spill the Beans coffee and bagel shop is staying true to its ‘Pothead’ theme with April’s munchie-inspired food and drink flavors of the month—perfect for 4/20!

Chef Karina Orozco has created a Chile-Limon bagel, comprised of finely chopped fresnos and lime juice baked inside the dough, and topped with Tajin seasoning.

You’ll want to enjoy this flavor-packed bagel with April’s Elote Cream Cheese spread, made with corn, cotija cheese, butter, mayo, lime juice, Valentina hot sauce, Tapatio hot sauce, and chili powder—all the goods you would get when buying street corn.

Their two zero-caffeine specialty drinks are also perfect for this holiday!

The BLASTANADA Is inspired by the beloved Baja Blast, made with lemonade, Mexican Sprite (Starry at the Gaslamp location) and a hint of blue raspberry syrup with the option to “Make it Extra Dope” with can add Blue Raspberry Pop Rocks for just $1.

The Mangonada is a lemonade version of a Mangonada, a blended mango slushee infused with chamoy drizzle and topping.


The Good Start Medley

City Tacos, which will celebrate its 10th anniversary in May, has introduced its first-ever appetizer other than chips and salsa.

The shareable Good Start Medley includes three potato rolled tacos and three corn empanada pockets stuffed with cheese, corn, onion, and poblano peppers—all paired with refried beans, guacamole, artisan salsa, and chips.

It goes for $10.95 at City Tacos’ Encinitas, La Mesa, North Park, Pacific Beach, and Sorrento Valley locations. Nearly every taco at City Tacos is less than $5.00, with vegetarian and vegan options.


Prepare Your Tastebuds for New Cocktails at barleymash!

Coming up on their 12th anniversary in May, Gaslamp’s barleymash continues finding new ways to innovate their beverage program with the introduction of four new sips!

Available on the spring cocktail menu, these cocktails provide a refreshing twist on classics, and are best enjoyed with a side of San Diego sunshine. Delicious new offerings include:

  • Watermelon Sugar: Whether you’re a discerning watermelon fan or just love Harry Styles, indulge in Grey Goose Watermelon Basil Essences, lemon, fresh basil, and Watermelon Red Bull.
  • I Don’t Buck With You: Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, fresh strawberry, lemon, ginger beer.
  • Lime in the Coconut: Espolon Blanco tequila, house coconut syrup, lime, toasted coconut.
  • You Met Your Matcha: Skyy raspberry, matcha-infused orange liqueur, orgeat, lemon, dehydrated raspberry.

In honor of Earth Day, barleymash will also mix up two specialty cocktails available exclusively on Monday, April 22. These “We Love Earth” cocktail specials include:

  • Hot, Hot, Heat: Union Mezcal, pineapple, lime, agave and Jalapeno
  • Orange Roots: Union Mezcal,  carrot, lemon, ginger and honey

Whether you are a barleymash fanatic excited for the team’s newest creations or someone looking for your next favorite Downtown spot, these new offerings are sure to tickle yourtastebuds!


Monday Madness at NOVO Brazil

NOVO Brazil Brewing Company has introduced Monday Madness at each of its three sports pubs in Imperial Beach (on the southern edge of San Diego Bay), Mission Valley, and Otay Ranch—all pints of beer and its sister NOVA kombuchas are $5 all day long.

Enjoy NOVA’s partnership kombuchas with the Padres (Sunset Slam Mango Lime), Wave FC (La Ola Dragon Fruit), and San Diego State Men’s Basketball (Azteks Raspberry). NOVO’s Chula Vista headquarters and NOVA’s Ocean Beach taproom are also offering the promotion.


Brickmans Restaurant & Bar Now Open at Lakehouse Resort

Experience the reimagined dining at Lakehouse Resort‘s golf course with Brickmans Restaurant & Bar. Offering a blend of relaxed country club ambiance and elevated cuisine, Brickmans promises a transformative dining experience.

With year-round outdoor dining comfort and patio TVs for sports enthusiasts, it’s the quintessential spot for socializing and unwinding.

Executive Chef Jarrod Moiles presents a carefully curated menu featuring everything from casual favorites to refined dishes, ensuring something for every palate.

Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Brickmans invites guests to enjoy great food, drinks, and company in the heart of San Marcos.


“Keep the Pint Night” at Fish Shop

Visit any Fish Shop location and order the featured beer from Resident Brewing (varies by location) in the limited-edition silicone pint cup that is yours to take home!

For $12, you’ll receive the pint of beer, custom cup and $6 refills of the featured Resident Brewing beer. Promotion starts at 3 PM.

These cups are flexible, perfect for enjoying a cold one on your next adventure, and boy do they look gooood!


Live Music Fiesta at Barrio Star

Barrio Star in Bankers Hill is starting weekly live music on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, offering the perfect opportunity to pair the harmony of live entertainment with some of the tastiest Mexican brunch, lunch, and dinner in San Diego!

Barrio will boast live music from 5:30 PM to 8 PM each day of the weekend (also 12 PM to 2 PM on Saturdays and Sundays every other week).


Chef Tara Monsod First James Beard Finalist in San Diego History!

Ok, Tara…you go! Chef Tara Monsod was named a final nominee for the James Beard Award in the category of Best California Chef. She’s the first San Diego chef to make it this far in the award’s 34-year history.

Tara Monsod At Animae’s FAHM Kamayan Dinner

Chef Tara has been leading the kitchen at Animae for years now and was recently announced as the Executive Chef of the eagerly-anticipated Le Coq French Steakhouse, set to open soon.


New Cocktail Menu and Sunday Supper Series at Paradisaea

Paradisaea launched its brand new cocktail menu, created in collaboration with Sacramento-based artist Lily Therns (famous for her collaboration with Trick Dog), to bring a new, illustrated “field guide” to the species that inspired the namesake.

Paradisea cocktail menu

Paradisaea is a play on the idyllic neighborhood’s name, Bird Rock, and this menu is an ode to some of the most unique and exotic birds in the world.

Sunday Supper at Paradisaea

Kicking off this Sunday, April 7, Paradisaea is excited to launch its new Sunday Supper offering (starting at $65 per person). Each Sunday, indulge in a special three-course meal curated by Executive Chef Jeff Armstrong, designed to draw on the nostalgia of home-cooked, comfort meals.

April 21:

  • Goat Cheese croquette, crudite, parsley emulsion, pea tendril
  • Coq Au Vin, bacon, pearl onions, cremini
  • Strawberry Shortcake, genoise

April 28:

  • Wedge salad, point reyes blue, pickled red onions, nueske’s bacon, heirloom tomato, apple cider vinaigrette
  • Veal Osso Bucco, polenta, gremolata, swiss chard
  • Rhubarb crumble, almond streusel

Piper at The Seabird Now Offering Lunch

Piper, the signature restaurant of The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, has officially launched their inaugural lunch service. For the first time since the resort’s opening in 2021, Piper will now be open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 4 PM, with a menu crafted by the talented new executive chef Chris Cariker.

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Chef Cariker, who brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to Piper, has a reputation for wowing diners, which he solidified with a victory on Food Network’s “Chopped.”

With menu highlights like the decadent Piper Burger with pimento cheese and bacon onion jam, Fish N’ Chips in sake batter, and the fresh ParadisaeaSalanova Green Salad, you’re in for a midday treat sure to surprise and delight.

The full menu can be found here.


Endless Pasta at The Local Pacific Beach

Every Wednesday night, The Local Pacific Beach is hosting an endless pasta night from 4 PM to 9 PM. You can indulge in bottomless, delicious chipotle chicken penne, lasagna, meatball rigatoni, and more while sipping on Sangria pitchers and specialty cocktails.

The price is $25 per person for all-you-can-eat pasta. BONUS: the first Wednesday of every month is buy one, get one half off.


Smash Burger, Oysters, Frites, and Bubbles Special

Experience the vibrant vibes of Herb and Sea in Encinitas! Take advantage of Herb & Sea’s brand new happy hour, offered Tuesday through Friday from 5 PM to 6 PM, exclusively at their lively bar area.

For an unbeatable deal, indulge in the Happy Meal special, which includes a delectable Smash Burger, three Oysters, Crispy Frites, and Bubbles, all for just $20. You can also order a la carte—savor half a dozen oysters for $20, a SmashBurger for $8, and Frites for $4.

Delight in their playful cocktail and wine specials, crafted to elevate your happy hour experience with every sip. Seating at the bar is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early to ensure your spot.

Enjoy an experience where every bite and sip is a celebration of the finest flavors from land and sea!


Dive into $1.25 Oysters, $5 Martinis, and More at Union Kitchen & Tap

Union Kitchen & Tap’s newest outpost in Pacific Beach is bringing elevated flavors and offerings to the laid-back beach town. While they might be the new kid on the block, they are no strangers to San Diego and know how to give you just what you need.

Sip and slurp the night away every Tuesday from 4 PM to 7 PM with $1.25 Oysters and $5 Shaken Martinis. ANd quench your thirst every Wednesday from 4 PM to 8 PM with half-off all wines by the glass and bottle.

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For those who just can’t get enough of the good times, be sure to pop in for bottomless mimosas during brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 3 PM. Union Kitchen & Tap has additional locations in the Gaslamp and Encinitas, each with its own happy hour specials.


Spanish-Inspired Finca Brings Tapas and Vermouth to North Park

We’re excited for this one! Finca North Park, a new Spanish-inspired restaurant taking its name from the Spanish word referring to a ranch or estate, has opened its doors on a property that once served as a citrus farm.

Located on Grim Avenue at the corner of North Park Way, directly across from the neighborhood’s beloved Tribute Pizza, Finca is helmed by partners Dan Valerino and Chef Joe Bower, along with seasoned restaurateur Ricardo Dondisch.

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In the kitchen, Chef Bower delivers an innovative selection of market-driven California tapas at an accessible price point intended to complement Spain’s drinking culture with the following menu highlights: 

To learn more, check out our article here.


Chef Alumni Dinner Dress

Georges at the Cove continues its 40th anniversary chef alumni dinner series on Tuesday, May 7 with an eight-course prix fix evening with Jon Bautista, Brad Chance, and Lori Sauer.

Bautista was most recently Executive Chef of Pacific Beach’s The Fishery, Chance is Executive Chef of Hotel La Jolla’s Sea & Sky, and Sauer is Executive Pastry Chef at Café Monarch in Scottsdale, Ariz. 

Reservations are required here, and the price is $200 per person. Each party receives complimentary valet parking for one car, which is available directly in front of the restaurant.


Bleu Bohème to Thank Service Members With Discounted Dinner

Bleu Bohème will honor all active duty service members with a valid military ID by extending a 20% discount on their bill from 5 PM to 8 PM on Wednesday, May 15.

Signature selections include:

  • Ravioles maison (shiitake and oyster mushroom raviolis with sautéed spinach, espelette, tomato relish, fine herbs, and white wine cream sauce)
  • Confit de canard (Hudson Valley Muscovy duck leg confit with creamy goat cheese polenta, baby kale, leeks, olive relish, and sauce verte)
  • Andcoquilles St. Jacques (large dry-packed sea scallops served alongside saffron lobster risotto, linguiça, English peas, fennel, and basil pistou)

An extensive selection of handcrafted cocktails, locally brewed beers, and more than 90 varieties of wine are also available.

For more information or to make a reservation, visit the website here or call 619.255.4167.


See you there, San Diego!

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