San Diego’s 28 most anticipated new restaurants of 2026

Economic challenges have reduced the number of new restaurant and bar openings set to open locally in 2026. In last year’s roundup we had 50 restaurants to report. This year, that’s down by nearly half. But there are still many exciting new projects on the way. Here’s a look at the new dining and drinking spots coming soon to a neighborhood near you, listed in alphabetical order. A garden party at the officers quarter at the former Naval Training Center near Point Loma. This and other officers quarters will be transformed in 2026 into The Admiral at NTC, a mix of event, restaurant and bar spaces at Arts District Liberty Station (NTC Foundation) The Admiral at NTC, Arts District...