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Eater
31-07-2025
- Eater
Hot San Diego Restaurant Openings You May Have Missed, July 2025
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 editor for the now-defunct Philadelphia City Paper where she first began writing about food, lifestyle, and news. Each month brings a slate of exciting new restaurants to San Diego, whether it's a splashy new restaurant helmed by an iconic chef, a low-key neighborhood spot, or a pop-up settling into a permanent location. Consider this monthly rundown a go-to guide for the newest and boldest debuts across San Diego. Embarcadero—The first Mastro's Ocean Club has made landing in San Diego, opening on the ground floor of the InterContinental Hotel, replacing Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse. Anchoring the luxury hotel with a corner spot enticing pedestrian traffic on North Harbor Drive and West Broadway, the seafood restaurant occupies two levels with plush indoor tables and balcony and patio seating. Views of the USS Midway dominate the skyline while diving into seafood towers with oysters, caviar, shrimp, and Dungeness crab cocktail. Try other fish dishes or dig into the robust steak menu, including the 12-ounce bone-in filet, accompanied by creamy lobster mashed potatoes. Ask about the off-the-menu cocktails, poured tableside to dry ice fanfare. La Jolla—Opening at 1000 Prospect Street is a new Mediterranean restaurant called Zoya, which means 'life' in Arabic. The menu will encompass 'Middle Eastern meets coastal seafood flair,' culinary director Alex Carballo (Fox Point Farms, Stone Brewing) tells Eater. Carballo is working with long-term restaurateurs, the Ascandar family. It's the family's first Mediterranean restaurant — they have operated Pizza on Fifth in the Gaslamp Quarter for over 20 years. The menu will also feature Chaldean dishes, such as hummus, lamb kebabs, chicken tikka, and falafel, as well as salads, sandwiches, pizzas, and seafood dishes. The 1,000-square-foot space will have a bar, indoor seating, and sidewalk tables. Expect doors to open on August 2. Carmel Valley—Hey Tea, the trendy tea chain that originated as a tiny tea shop tucked away in an alley in Guangdong Province, China, opened its first San Diego location in Del Mar Highlands Town Center in Carmel Valley on July 25. Known as the creator of cheese tea — beverages with a layer of slightly salty cheese foam — the tea chain is also popular for its fruit tea blends. The popular Crisp Grape Boom is a green jasmine tea slushie with grape-flavored jelly and hand-peeled grapes. The Coconut Mango Boom gets made with coconut milk, fresh mango, and cooked with sago for 30 minutes. Founder Neo Nie, then 19 years old, began creating drinks with cheese foam topping and fruit blends in 2012. Pacific Beach—A new burger spot has landed on Garnet Avenue in Pacific Beach's surfside enclave. Founded by chef Joel Bautista, who worked in a Michelin-starred restaurant in Spain and competed on Food Network's Chopped, Smash and Stack started as a food truck in farmers markets. Bautista attended the Culinary Institute of Barcelona and then went on to work in a Michelin-starred restaurant in Spain. At his Pacific Beach restaurant, the smashed double patties are made with chuck and brisket, layered with a house sauce, enveloped between pillowy brioche buns. The space fries are loaded with grilled onions and Bautista's proprietary 'out of this world' house sauce. Carlsbad—The Henry expanded to its second location in San Diego County, opening its doors in the Forum in Carlsbad on July 23. Open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., the restaurant spans 6,783 square feet with indoor tables, an expansive bar, and ample patio seating along the front and side. Must-try dishes include the spicy tuna and crispy rice, pretzel and provolone fondue, Korean prime skirt steak fried rice, and vegetarian-friendly harvest bowl. Carrying over from their sister restaurant, the Flower Child Scramble with grilled asparagus makes an appearance on the brunch menu. Pair the dishes with the popular Hank's espresso martini or pineapple and Thai basil soda. Pacific Beach —A casual family-owned Mexican restaurant opened in half the space that Oscar's Mexican Seafood restaurant formerly occupied on Turquoise Street. Las Ola Seafood opened on 703 Turquoise Street, where it leases the space. Juan Cardina owned Tacos Mi Rancho on Cass and Loring in Pacific Beach for 12 years before selling the taqueria in 2009; Cardina worked at the Spot La Jolla for 36 years. Popular menu items include the Cali burrito, surf-and-turf fries, and surf burrito with potatoes, eggs, beans, cheese, and a house-made secret sauce. Don't skip the fish stew with clams, mussels, and fish — made in house daily. Coronado—With views overlooking the Pacific Ocean from the Hotel Del Coronado, Veranda boasts Southern California cuisine with a nod to historic traditions. Open for breakfast and dinner, most of the 159 seats are situated on the elevated outdoor patio with 18 indoor seats. Dishes like grilled artichokes, broiled West Coast oysters with chorizo butter, Veranda's French dip sandwich, and Angus beef steaks with Dungeness crab are highlights. Certain nights will feature specials like fried chicken on Wednesdays, Creekstone prime rib on Thursdays, and seafood boils with Maine lobster tails on Fridays. Eater San Diego All your essential food and restaurant intel delivered to you Email (required) Sign Up By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
CBS News
27-07-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
San Francisco Marathon runners set off Sunday morning. These are the road closures
There will be rolling road closures throughout the city as the San Francisco Marathon takes place on Sunday. Road closures will begin just after midnight on the Embarcadero, and the rolling closures will begin in the northbound direction of the Embarcadero. The full marathon begins at 5:15 a.m. Sunday at Embarcadero and Market, then the half-marathon at 6:30 a.m., the 10K at 7 a.m., and the 5K at 9 a.m.. The SFM Chargel Ultramarathon began at 10:15 p.m. on Saturday. The "City Half" marathon begins at 8:30 a.m. at MLK Jr. Drive at Golden Gate Park.
CBS News
26-06-2025
- General
- CBS News
San Francisco Pride Parade and Pride Celebration road closures. Here's what to know
The San Francisco Pride Parade and Pride Celebration will take place this weekend, but some road closures will begin on Thursday. Here's what to know. The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Market and Beale streets, near Embarcadero Plaza, and the Pride Celebration takes place on Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Road Closures Closed all of Thursday Grove Street between Polk and Larkin Closed 7 p.m. Thursday to 6 a.m. Monday Polk between McAllister and Grove Larkin between McAllister and Market Fulton between Hyde and Larkin Closed all Saturday and Sunday Polk between Turk and Market Larkin between Turk and Market Hyde between Turk and Market Golden Gate between Van Ness and Leavenworth McAllister between Van Ness and Leavenworth Fulton between Larkin and Hyde Grove between Van Ness and Hyde Closed 12 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday Leavenworth between McAllister and Market Sutter between Sansome and Market Sansome, northbound lanes, between Sutter and Bush Closed 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday Market between 8th and 9th Steuart between Market and Howard Spear between Market and Folsom — Intersections open Main between Market and Folsom — Intersections open Beale between Market and Mission Beale traffic lanes between Mission and Howard — Muni-only lane open for Salesforce Transit Center access A map of road closures and SFMTA service changes for the San Francisco Pride Celebration, taking place on June 28 and 29, 2025. San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Parade Route The parade will begin on Market Street at Embarcadero Plaza and end at Market and 9th streets, near the Civic Center Plaza. The following roads will be closed starting at 9:30 a.m. for the Parade. Market will be closed between Beale and 9th — All intersections on Market closed to cross traffic A map of road closures and SFMTA service changes for the San Francisco Pride Parade on June 29, 2025. San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Getting to the Parade and Celebration The Market Street Subway offers the easiest option for getting to the parade, according to the SFMTA. Anyone using BART can get off at the Embarcadero, Montgomery, Powell or Civic Center stations. Those stations are along the parade route, with the Civic Center Station being near the festival. The SFMTA has a full list of service impacts on its website.
The Sun
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Obscene' statue sparks outrage in US city once deemed a woke enclave as 45ft naked woman towers over major public plaza
A MASSIVE naked woman statue has triggered fury after being plonked in a busy city plaza without public input. The 45-foot-tall, 32,000-pound sculpture shows a woman with her arms standing fully nude in one of San Francisco's most iconic spots. 3 3 Locals were blindsided when it appeared at Embarcadero Plaza earlier in April. The display was allowed to skip public comment because it's privately funded, and it hasn't gone down well with everyone. 'Somebody put up a 45' naked lady statue in San Francisco, nobody asked for it,' one X user wrote. "I'd rather have another $1.7 million public restroom. Y'Know, something more practical," added another. 'Now you have to walk between her legs to get from the Ferry Building to the Embarcadero.' "This is going to block the iconic view of the Ferry Bldg. from Market St.?" someone asked. The towering figure is titled R-Evolution and was first unveiled at Burning Man in 2015. It was meant to go to New York's Union Square but was deemed too heavy for the site. As of April 2025, the sculpture is hovering over Market Street just steps away from the bay, and is expected to stay through October. Putin's mad push to revive Soviet Union with Stalin statues & Red Army cosplay - as aide insists USSR 'NEVER broke up' For one hour each day, between 5 and 6 pm, her chest slowly rises and falls due to built-in electronics. 'Who funded this dumb ass s**t?' one furious commenter asked as photos of the statue spread online. Many argue it sends a grotesque message in a city battling gentrification and displacement, Court House News reported. Local street artists were temporarily booted to make room for it. The hope is that R-Evolution will "activate the space" and create an environment that encourages foot traffic from locals and tourists alike, according to the Recreation and Parks Department. 'Public art is a vital part of San Francisco's cultural identity, embodying the city's diverse and creative spirit,' Director of Cultural Affairs Ralph Remington said in a press release. He said the installation is meant to reflect the city's spirit of "bringing people together, activating public space, and reinforcing the power of art to spark conversation, inspire connection, and revitalize our shared urban landscape.' Though pitched as a symbol of female empowerment, some have pointed out the piece wasn't even created by a woman. The artist behind R-Evolution, 63-year-old Marco Cochrane, says it's about shifting perspectives on gender and power. THE ARTIST'S STATEMENT 'My mother was a feminist,' Cochrane wrote of the sculpture on his website. 'She handed off the torch to me about bringing feminine energy into the world.' The wire sculpture is based on model Deja Solis and aims to show her "just breathing." But to some, it's simply an eyesore in the middle of a city facing big challenges. San Francisco is still struggling with empty office buildings and falling foot traffic in a post-pandemic world. More than a third of office space sits vacant, according to researchers. R-Evolution was brought in by the San Francisco Arts Association as part of a $300,000 effort to lure people downtown. The project is backed by the Sijbrandij Foundation and produced by Building 180, a female-led art organization. 3
Daily Mail
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Uproar over 'obscene' 50ft statue towering over San Francisco's skyline that 'nobody asked for'
A towering 45-foot-tall statue of a naked woman has sparked uproar in San Francisco after it was unveiled along the city's iconic Embarcadero. The sculpture, titled R-EVOLUTION, is the work of California artist Marco Cochrane and was first unveiled at Burning Man in 2015. The statue - weighing a staggering 32,000 pounds - was too heavy to be installed in New York's Union Square earlier this year, where it was initially headed. Instead, it has now found a temporary home in Embarcadero Plaza. But its latest appearance - standing completely nude in a major public plaza - has ignited fierce backlash online and in the city. Critics have blasted the piece of artwork as 'obscene' and saying 'nobody asked for it.' 'Somebody put up a 45' naked lady statue in San Francisco, nobody asked for it,' one X user fumed. 'Now you have to walk between her legs to get from the Ferry Building to the Embarcadero.' The statue has her arms outstretched, her eyes closed, and her bare body towering over pedestrians just steps from the bay. The display - which began Thursday, April 10 - is expected to remain in place through October. After that, organizers say it may be leased or sold. From 5-6pm everyday, the statue 'breathes' as built-in electronics cause her chest to slowly rise and fall in a show. But many residents have slammed the statue. 'Who funded this dumb ass s**t?' one commenter asked on X, as photos and videos of the sculpture circulated widely. Others complained the statue was installed without any public input. It was a move permitted because the project was privately funded. 'R-EVOLUTION is public art only in the most literal sense: It exists in public space,' local NPR station KQED wrote. 'The public - as in, the people - had nothing to do with it.' Despite being labeled a message of 'feminine liberation,' the 47-foot sculpture wasn't even made by a woman. Cochrane, 63, has said the piece is meant to inspire a 'shift in perspective' around gender and power. The display - which began Thursday, April 10 - is expected to remain in place through October But not everyone is against the eye-popping artwork. 'I'm impressed by the musculature, the accuracy,' retired physician Daniel Murphy, who came to see the piece in person, told Courthouse News. 'There's just a lot of anatomical detail that is more accurate than I would have expected.'
