SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — From North County all the way down to the South Bay, San Diego County’s food scene is booming. Several eateries have opened their doors just in time for summer and to satisfy all sorts of cravings.
For those searching for somewhere new to add to their list of places to dine this summer, here’s a list of food and drink destinations that opened in May.
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Bosforo
Bosforo is described as a full-scale Mediterranean-Turkish bar and restaurant that is inspired by meyhanes in Istanbul. Its menu consists of dishes meant to share plus creative craft cocktails, all served in a cozy, music-filled space. Bosforo is located at 3201 Adams Ave. in San Diego.
Dirty Dough
The chain dessert shop Dirty Dough recently held the soft opening of its new Oceanside location in early May and will host its grand opening on Saturday, June 14. It’s known for its “super-stuffed cookie bombs” and a variety of dirty sodas, shakes, and more. Aside from its newest location at 1850 Rancho Del Oro Road, Dirty Dough has another location in Poway.
Jimmy John’s and Dunkin’ Donuts Drive-Thru
Sandwich chain Jimmy John’s and coffee company Dunkin’ Donuts opened a new joint location featuring a drive-thru in San Diego’s Convoy District, occupying the space that was formerly held by KFC. The new location, which can be found at 4140 Convoy St., joins existing combined branches downtown and in Chula Vista.
Nobu
The famous Japanese-Peruvian restaurant, Nobu, recently opened a location inside Hotel del Coronado. The expansion of the luxury dining establishment is part of the historic hotel’s $550 million restoration project. The restaurant and hotel are located at 1500 Orange Ave. Reservations are encouraged.
Odie’s Pizza Co
Odie’s Pizza Co., which held its grand opening on May 29, serves up sourdough pies at 121 N. Cleaveland St., just blocks away from Oceanside Pier. Whether you are craving New York-style pizzas or a deep-dish bite, Odie’s has a little bit of everything for everyone. Guests are encouraged to come early, though — the company’s Instagram page shows they tend to sell out early due to high demand.
Pizza Guys
Another pizza joint opened in North County on May 22. Pizza Guys, a Sacramento-based pizza chain, just opened its third location in San Diego County at 1830 Rancho Del Oro Road #145 in Oceanside. It has over 90 locations across California and Nevada.
Tacos El Franc
Last but certainly not least, Tacos El Franc, a popular Michelin Guide-recognized taqueria in Tijuana, just expanded north of the border to the San Diego area. It opened its first-ever U.S. location at Westfield Plaza Bonita, located at 3030 Plaza Bonita Rd., Space #1108 in National City. Owners plan to open a second U.S. restaurant in the Gaslamp Quarter later this year.
The South Bay has more exciting news with the recent opening of the highly anticipated Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center. The 36-acre resort in Chula Vista features 12 different food and beverage outlets to choose from, all under the helm of internationally acclaimed Executive Chef Jakob Esko…