New this round: Lucca Italian Sandwich Shop, Thanh Tinh Chay, the Crack Shack, Lucky’s Lunch Counter, and Extraordinary Desserts, while Avian Water and Banh Mi Sandwich and Big Front Door depart. Did ...

Often, readers and friends of Eater have one burning question: “Where should I eat right now?” The heatmap exists to answer that question — offering a prismatic view of what is new and notable in San ...

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 ...

Helen I. Hwang is a freelance journalist who covers food, travel, and news. She worked in the food industry as a mechanical ...

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 ...

Wildland, an all-day restaurant, bar, and bakery from the same team behind Jeune et Jolie and Campfire in Carlsbad, has already firmed itself as a community anchor. A Tokyo-style standing bar bisects ...

Much like its offbeat name suggests, Wrench and Rodent is an eclectic spot where diners can expect the unexpected. Here, chef Davin Waite combines his French and Japanese training to bring an ...

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 ...

San Diego’s year-round sunny spring break weather calls for ice cream, no matter the time of year. Essentially, in Southern California, it’s always a good time to treat yourself to a scoop or two.

Whether you’re looking for artisanal breads, pastries, or sweet cakes, there’s no lack of bakeries in San Diego County. Drawing inspiration from Europe, Asia, and Mexico, local bakers are paying ...

And finally, the food scene at large is taking notice of San Diego: the 2025 Michelin Guide California includes the one Michelin-starred Jeune et Jolie, Soichi Sushi, and Valle as well as the three ...

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 ...