LA JOLLA (KGTV) — A portion of Avenida de la Playa in La Jolla has been permanently closed to vehicle traffic, creating a new pedestrian promenade that expands outdoor dining options for local restaurants.
The concept began five years ago during the pandemic when La Jolla resident Philip Wise sought to create space for people to safely walk to outdoor dining establishments.
“When we did it, it was such a success, every restaurant survived, no employees lost their jobs, and the locals loved it,” Wise said…