Wetzel’s Pretzel’s new dessert, Berry Blitz, is made with Nutella. (Photo courtesy of Wetzel’s Pretzels)
San Diego’s dining scene is firing on all cylinders this month, with long-awaited reopenings, buzzy debuts, neighborhood celebrations, and plenty of game-day fuel. From refreshed rooftops with iconic views to limited-time collaborations and wallet-friendly deals, here’s what’s new — and worth a bite — across the county right now.
barleymash Launches Mid-Week Mini Menu
Flatbread at barleymash. (Photo courtesy of barleymash)
Gaslamp staple barleymash rolled out a Mid-Week Mini Menu starting Monday, Feb. 2, offering $6 mini versions of fan-favorite dishes with the purchase of any beverage. Available all day Monday through Thursday, the menu rotates daily with mini barleymacs on Mondays, Iron Fries on Tuesdays, slider-sized burgers and sandwiches on Wednesdays, and half-sized flatbreads on Thursdays. The new menu gives diners an easy, affordable way to sample barleymash classics during the workweek.
George’s at the Cove Reopens Ocean Terrace
George’s at the Cove offers an iconic dining experience. (Photo courtesy of George’s at the Cove)
George’s at the Cove has officially reopened its iconic Ocean Terrace rooftop in La Jolla following a three-month renovation, bringing subtle but significant upgrades to one of San Diego’s most coveted dining views. The refreshed space features new flooring, glass perimeter walls, permanent heaters, LED-lit umbrellas, and updated furnishings, all designed to blend seamlessly into the terrace’s classic look. To mark the reopening, George’s is offering 50 percent off select bottles of Hill Family Estate wines for the first month of in-person dining, giving guests even more reason to linger over the million-dollar ocean backdrop.
Katsuya Ko Opens at Westfield UTC
The new Katsuya Ko. (Photo courtesy of Katsuya Ko )
Katsuya Ko recently debuted at Westfield UTC, introducing a more relaxed, youthful take on the iconic Katsuya brand. The new concept emphasizes shareable plates and open-robata grilling, with menu highlights ranging from the Original Crispy Rice to Ko-exclusive dishes like Wagyu Sando and Chicken & Kimchi Gyoza. Designed as a warm, approachable space with indoor and patio seating, Katsuya Ko pairs its modern Japanese menu with a beverage program centered on sake, soju, cocktails, and wine.
Suncoast Market Co-op Launches in Imperial Beach
Suncoast Market Co-op recently opened. (Photo courtesy of Suncoast Market Co-op)
Imperial Beach welcomed a new community-owned grocery store, Suncoast Market Co-op, at 600 Palm Ave. The cooperative model keeps dollars local while offering fresh produce, bulk goods, bakery items, deli selections, hot and salad bars, and culturally diverse staples. The grand opening celebration included a ribbon-cutting, local leaders, food samples, and music, reinforcing the market’s mission of strengthening community connections through food.
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gears Up for National Margarita Day
Margaritas at the Margaritaville Hotel, San Diego Gaslamp Quarter. (Photo courtesy of Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter)
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is turning National Margarita Day on Feb. 22 into a full-scale celebration with a property-wide margarita crawl, live DJ, roaming mariachi, and sunset specials. Guests can sample a range of margaritas — from Prickly Pear to coffee and frozen classics — while collecting stamps for retail discounts. Dining deals and a rooftop toast at the 5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar round out a festive afternoon in the heart of downtown.
Denny’s Celebrates San Diego Remodel
Denny’s Grand Slam for takeout. (Photo courtesy of the restaurant group)
Denny’s recently marked the reopening of its remodeled location at 2222 Coronado Ave. with a one-day celebration featuring giveaways, a prize wheel, and throwback pricing. Early guests scored limited-edition coffee mugs and free coffee perks, while diners enjoyed classic menu favorites like the Original Grand Slam and cheeseburger & fries at special prices. The refreshed restaurant continues Denny’s tradition of serving San Diegans 24/7.
Bacari Debuts in North Park
Bacari is now open in the former Urban Solace building. (Photo courtesy of Bacari)
Mediterranean small plates arrive in North Park with the opening of Bacari in the former Urban Solace building. The two-story restaurant — operated by brothers Robert and Danny Kronfli with Executive Chef Lior Hillel — marks the first time the building’s upper level has been open to diners. With two full bars, a covered patio, and a balcony overlooking 30th St., Bacari offers a seasonally inspired menu blending Middle Eastern and European flavors in a lively neighborhood setting.
Wetzel’s Pretzels Rolls Out New Sweet Treats
Berry Sweet Bitz made with Nutella, along with a watermelon strawberry lemonade topped with mango boba. (Photo courtesy of Wetzel’s Pretzels)
Wetzel’s Pretzels is leaning into dessert season with Berry Sweet Bitz made with Nutella, along with a watermelon strawberry lemonade topped with mango boba. Available through May, the bite-sized pretzels are finished with Nutella and strawberry sauce for an easy shareable treat. Rewards members can score limited-time discounts through the Wetzel’s app to sweeten the deal.
Buffalo Wild Wings Brings Back Free Wings for America
Plate of wings. (Photo courtesy of Buffalo Wild Wings)
Buffalo Wild Wings is rewarding fans around the Big Game with the return of “Free Wings for America.” Customers who pre-order qualifying meals can earn six free wings, and if the game goes into overtime, dine-in and takeout guests score free wings on a designated redemption day. The promotion keeps wing lovers covered well beyond game day.
Teriyaki Madness Serves Up Game-Day Deals
(Photo courtesy of Teriyaki Madness)
Teriyaki Madness is keeping things affordable with Monday discounts for rewards members and special game-weekend promotions. Guests can score savings on curbside orders and double-protein bowls, making it easier to fuel up with protein-packed meals without overspending during a busy sports month.
Del Taco Fuels Super Bowl Weekend
A Del Taco Meal. (Photo courtesy of Del Taco)
Del Taco is helping fans feed their watch parties with limited-time discounts and free delivery offers during Super Bowl weekend. The promotion makes it easy to stock up on tacos, burritos, and party-ready favorites while staying glued to the game.
Hasta Mañana Cantina is leaning into nostalgia on Thursdays with throwback specials from 3 p.m. to close, featuring $5 Crunchwraps and $8 frozen Baja Blasts. The Crunchwrap is the restaurant’s spin on the classic layered favorite, while the frozen Baja Blast is a teal-hued, tropical lime cocktail inspired by the iconic soda.
A meal from Hasta Mañana Cantina. (Photo courtesy of Hasta Mañana Cantina)
Prince St. Pizza and Spill the Beans Team Up
A pizza bagel. (Photo courtesy of Prince St. Pizza)
A new collaboration blends New York-style pizza culture with San Diego coffee craft as Prince St. Pizza partners with Spill the Beans on a limited-time pizza bagel. The mashup pairs classic pizza flavors with locally roasted coffee, offering a playful crossover that works for breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up.
Fonda del Barrio
Salpicon de Jaiba . (Photo courtesy of Barrio Logan’s Fonda del Barrio)
Barrio Logan’s Fonda del Barrio has launched its first-ever happy hour, now offered Tuesday through Sunday from 4–6 p.m. Drink specials include $7 cocktails and $6 Mexican draft beers, while the food menu features Guacamole con Totopos ($7), Dedos de Pescado ($10), Salpicon de Jaiba ($10), and Tostadas de Pibil ($9). Opened in August, Fonda del Barrio showcases ancestral Mexican cuisine representing each of Mexico’s seven primary culinary regions.
City Tacos
The City Tacos menu features traditional tacos (pollo asado, carnitas, carne asada), caseros “homestyle” tacos (pulled pork with mayan achiote sauce, beef shank, mahi mahi), and several other meat, seafood, and vegetarian options. (Photo courtesy of City Tacos)
City Tacos has added the tetela to its permanent menu after the pre-Hispanic corn masa pocket proved so popular as January’s Taco of the Month. The traditional Mixteca dish, rarely found in the U.S., is now available in three versions: Camarones Diablo with chili árbol–marinated shrimp and Oaxaca cheese, Puerco Picante with chicharrón prensado and spicy red salsa, and the vegetarian Blossom Queso made with squash blossom, corn, and rajas. Finished with onion, cilantro, crema fresca, and cotija cheese, each tetela is roughly the size of two tacos and priced at $8.50 at all six San Diego County City Tacos locations.
From rooftop reopenings and neighborhood groceries to game-day deals and inventive collaborations, San Diego’s food scene continues to deliver something for every appetite this month — no special occasion required.
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