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GOOD FOOD. NEW BEGINNINGS.
The places about to open. The ones that just did. Your guide to what’s new on the local dining scene.
RECENTLY OPENEDDowntown · Japanese
THE LOCAL LINEUP
4 openings to explore
New tables, new flavors. Opened within the last 90 days.
Highest published rating first. Restaurants without ratings retain their guide order and appear last.
JUST OPENEDLittle ItalyItalian
Maranello opened on July 22, 2026 in San Diego’s Little Italy. It occupies the former Brisa space at 2101 Kettner Boulevard.
A 3.95% surcharge applies to all checks; parties of six or more have an automatic 20% gratuity.
JUST OPENEDDowntownGreek
Serpent & Stone held its grand opening on September 4, 2026. The Greek-inspired restaurant and speakeasy is tucked behind Salvatore’s Cucina and Lounge.
JUST OPENEDUniversity CityChinese
Chef Fei began its soft opening on August 28, 2026 at Westfield UTC. The company announced September 5 as its formal grand-opening date.
All published items are shown; online ordering prices may differ from dine-in prices. Coming-soon items are labeled; unlisted prices are left unspecified.
JUST OPENEDDowntownJapanese
Zuma opened its first California restaurant on August 10, 2026. The restaurant is inside downtown San Diego’s Guild Hotel at 500 W Broadway.
All published items are shown. The restaurant labels this a sample menu; contact reservations for its current full menu.