01.25.2024

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🍽️ Your to-dine list

New and coming-soon restaurants in San Diego

Just a taste of the dishes coming to Roman Wolves. | Photo via Roman Wolves

We hope you’re hungry — many new restaurants have opened in San Diego over the past several months. To satisfy your appetite for fresh dining options we’re taking a look at new eateries in America’s Finest City, followed by a serving of restaurants coming soon.

🍽️ Newly open

Spill the Beans, 525 Camino de la Reina | Coffee shop | Reservations: No
The secret is out — the brand’s new Mission Valley cafe is now brewing with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. And, we’ve got more to spill — another Spill the Beans location is expected to open in Ocean Beach later this year.

The exterior of the Novo Brazil Brewing restaurant in Mission Valley. — This brewpub is filled with TVs, taps, and food.
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Photo via Novo Brazil

NOVO Brazil Brewing Company, 1640 Camino Del Rio N., Ste. 341 | Brewpub | Reservations: Yes
This 11,500-sqft Mission Valley restaurant features a 64-tap bar serving the local brand’s craft brews and kombucha. You’ll also find Brazilian-inspired dishes and 100 ft of LED video walls for prime viewing of sporting events.

Angry Pete’s, 5335 Overland Ave. | Pizzeria | Reservations: No
This pizza shop has become a favorite among locals for its classic and creative Detroit-style slices. It just opened it’s third restaurant in Kearny Mesa, located at a former Taco Bell site.

A rendering of the Gaslampligher bar with a headpiece resembling the Gaslamp Quarter sign. — What songs will you be singing here?
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Rendering via GTC Design

🍽️ Coming soon

Gaslamplighter, 536 Market St. | Cocktail lounge | Projected opening: February
The Gaslamp Quarter is getting ready to tune into a new karaoke bar. This 1,600-sqft lounge — formerly occupied by Ciro’s Pizzeria and Beerhouse — was made over by GTC Design to look like a 1920s speakeasy and will offer craft cocktails and shareable plates.

Roman Wolves, 1980 Kettner Blvd. | Italian | Projected opening: February
Restaurateur Nino Cusimano, a native of Sicily, will open this restaurant that showcases Roman cuisine. The 4,000-sqft space will feature craft cocktails and a bar that embodies the vibes of Italy’s capital.

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Events

Thursday, Jan. 25

Crazy Woke Asians | Thursday, Jan. 25 | 8 p.m. | Mic Drop Comedy, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego | $20 | This lineup features Kiki Yeung, Ron Josol, Justin Rivera, Ryan Koo, Sean Fawaz, Lizzie Rose, Brendan Jay, and host Kristel Dela Rosa.
R&B Only Live | Friday, Jan. 25 | 8:15 p.m. | House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Ave., San Diego | $60-$150 | COLORS Worldwide presents this show that pays tribute to R&B throughout the decades.
The Best of San Diego | Thursday, Jan. 25 | Times vary | The Comedy Store La Jolla, 916 Pearl St., La Jolla | $10 | Laugh with up-and-coming local comedians at this career-launching show.

Friday, Jan. 26

Club 90s Presents Lana del Rey Night | Friday, Jan. 26 | 8:30 p.m. | The Observatory North Park, 2891 University Ave., San Diego | $24-$31 | Put down your “Video Games” and check out this 18+ show that pays tribute to the “Summertime Sadness” songstress.
Telenovela Improv | Friday, Jan. 26 | 8:30 p.m. | Mockingbird Improv, 2590 Truxtun Rd., Studio 200, San Diego | $15 | Que escándaloso — this comedic take on telenovelas will have you laughing at drama made up on the spot.

Saturday, Jan. 27

San Diego Cat Show | Saturday, Jan. 27 + Sunday, Jan. 28 | Times vary | Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. | Free | This show is purrfect for fans of felines — it’ll feature 450+ kittens and cats in competition, including 43 breeds, an agility course, and on-site adoptions; parking is $15.
San Diego State Aztecs vs. Boise State Broncos Women’s Basketball | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 1 p.m. | Viejas Arena, 5500 Canyon Crest Dr., San Diego | $6-$9 | Root for the red and black during Girl and Women in Sports Day.
Karneval’s Saturday Night Fever 2024 | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 5:30-11:30 p.m. | German American Societies, 1017 S. Mollison Ave., El Cajon | $15-$20 | This 1970s-themed shindig presented by German American Societies will feature live music, dancing, and major merriment.

Sunday, Jan. 28

Sunday Yoga Flow Reset | Sunday, Jan. 28 | 10-11 a.m. | Quartyard, 1301 Market St., San Diego | Free | Find your flow at this zen session hosted by Wolf & Lion.
Comedy Drag Brunch Bingo | Sunday, Jan. 28 | 1-2:30 p.m. | Mic Drop Comedy, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego | $10 | Klitus Black hosts this fun brunch-meets-bingo gathering.

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News Notes

Civic

The San Diego County Registrar of Voters is still looking for poll workers to help with the March 2024 presidential primary election. Workers will receive a daily stipend, and there’s a particular need for bilingual locals to apply; all applicants must be registered voters.

Tech

San Diego City Council voted to overhaul regulations governing its use of surveillance technologies, including amendments that exempt certain tools from the policies and changes to the city’s review process of the tech. The council said the controversial decision was necessary to balance implementation and the need for transparency. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

Coming Soon

Escondido will launch its inaugural Love Esco Day with a kickoff party at Grape Day Park Saturday, Feb. 3, 8-10 a.m. The event will feature food, music, and giveaways; locals will also be able to sign up for volunteer opportunities that day or throughout the month.

Award

Now we’re cooking. The semifinalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards were revealed yesterday, and Tara Monsod — executive chef at Animae in downtown San Diego — was nominated for Best Chef: California. Finalists will be announced on April 3, and winners on June 10.

Biz

San Diego-based biotech company Inhibrx has been acquired by French pharmaceutical company Sanofi in a $2.2 billion deal. The local company aims to treat a genetic disorder that can lead to types of cancers. With the acquisition, it will rebrand as Inhibrx Biosciences Inc. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

Announced

Nice play, TwitchCon. The annual gaming convention will return to the San Diego Convention Center this fall, Sept. 20-22. And this won’t be the gaming event’s last life — Twitch announced plans to host the con in SD each year through 2028. (Fox 5)

Trending

You may have heard about the Stanley cup craze, but how did they get so popular? UC San Diego professor of marketing On Amir attributes the trend to two things: a smart influencer marketing campaign and brand collaborations that don’t offer enough supply to meet demand. (NBC 7)

Home

Perfect for a cleaner, healthier home: this extra-large maple cutting board, which is BPA and phthalate-free and conditioned with beeswax, flaxseed, and lemon oil.*

Civic

🌧️ State of emergency: after the storm

San Diego’s State of Emergency explained

Parked cars on a rainy San Diego street by a traffic light. Water is rising in a bank next to the street.

We definitely needed our umbrellas this week. | Photo via @CityofSanDiego

Did you know? Monday’s storm lead to the fourth-wettest day recorded in San Diego’s history.

Many locals were impacted by storm damage and floods, leading to the city and county declaring states of emergency. After the storm had passed, Gov. Gavin Newsom also made an emergency announcement and the county ratified its declaration.

At the city and county levels, the declarations serve as warnings to locals and inform them of resources. They’re also required in order to request state and federal funding — Mayor Todd Gloria specifically asked for funds from the California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA).

Newsom’s State of Emergency granted CDAA funding to San Diego County. It also provides other assistance, like unemployment benefits for storm-related job losses and waiving replacement fees for legal documents.

As San Diego County assesses the financial impact of the storm, it’s asking residents and business owners to take a voluntary damage survey.

The Buy

Your new favorite water bottle: the Owala Travel Tumbler. It combines the best of Stanley’s viral tumbler with Owala’s smart design. We’re liking colors “Bunny Hop” and “Foggy Tide.”

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Michael

From the editor

Good morning, San Diego. This weekend, “The Life and Music of George Michael” is coming to the Balboa Theatre, but sadly, it’s just about sold out. If you’re not going to see the show, don’t feel too bad, because you can celebrate the Wham! singer’s life by reliving his 2008 concert at the Sports Arena.

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