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Northern California’s 1 Oz Coffee to Make SoCal Debut in Huntington Beach

The independently-owned cafe was founded by Yulia Kolchanova, a Siberian native who immigrated to the US in 2008.

Tacos Los Cholos is Working to Secure its Huntington Beach Location

The local, award-winning concept was initially supposed to set up shop on 5th Street, but is now eyeing the former home of Gallagher’s Pub.

Cajun Seafood Concept, The Boiling Crab, to Drop Anchor in Brea

With locations as far-flung as China, Australia, and Saudi Arabia, this California-born, Gulf Coast-inspired restaurant has proved itself a formidable catch since opening in 2004.

Regional Favorite, Miguel’s Jr, to Open Fifth OC Outpost in Santa Ana

Now in its 50th year of operations, the family-owned and operated business is renowned for its authentic dishes hand-crafted by co-founder and Chief Recipe Officer, Mary Vasquez.

New Brazilian Concept, Basil Brazil Cuisine, to Open in San Juan Capistrano

The restaurant, which promises to serve ‘delicious Brazilian experiences,’ will take over the former home of Jade China near Plaza Del Obispo.

Rally’s Franchisee to Open Outpost Along Prospect Ave in Tustin

The location is poised to be the second of a 15-unit deal signed back in 2021 with franchisee Shawn Danesh.

Celebrity Chef Matty Matheson and RVCA Founder Pat Tenore are Bringing Their Burger Concept to Costa Mesa

Matty’s Patty’s, which currently operates a flagship location in Toronto, specializes in smash burgers, with a couple of signature favorites to boot.

Clique Hospitality to Open SET Steak & Sushi at Pendry Newport Beach Late Summer 2023

SET’s diverse menu will feature sustainably caught seafood, expertly-crafted sushi, and a collection of American steakhouse classics.

Punk-Inspired Cafe, Rad Coffee, Announces Fourth Location

The DIY joint, helmed by Jade and Rusty Valore, will open in Riverside later this summer according to a post on the brand’s Instagram account.

China’s Moge Tee is Joining the Pan-Asian Tea Scene in Huntington Beach

With more than 380 stores spread throughout the world, Moge Tee is hoping to ‘break cultural boundaries and change perceptions about a beverage traditionally consumed by the older generation.’

Acclaimed Sushi and Omakase Concept Opening Ootoro Bar in Tustin Early 2024

The brand, which caters to ‘sushi aficionados searching for exquisite quality,’ currently operates three locations in Walnut, LA’s Little Tokyo, and Irvine.

A New Boba Shop, Moon Cha, is Coming to Huntington Beach

The brand prides itself on offering a pet-friendly environment that puts sustainability, affordability, and authenticity at the forefront of everything it does.

Local Brewery, Docent Brewing, is Migrating South With San Clemente Outpost

According to a recent liquor license filing, the San Juan Capistrano-based brewery is poised to take over the former Village Mediterranean Rim space.

Local Cafe and Acai Concept, 602 Coffee House, to Open Second Huntington Beach Outpost

The new location is set to take over the former home of Everbowl just outside the Peninsula Marketplace shopping mall.

Social Pies is Bringing an Upscale Sister Concept, The Social, to Newport Beach

The new pizzeria and restaurant will open in the former home of BJ’s Brewery’s flagship location on Balboa Peninsula, which shuttered in 2019 after some four decades in business.

Salt and Lime Modern Taqueria is Bringing a Bit of Tulum to Costa Mesa

Come August, first-time restaurateur Zach Ficke will be serving up a reliable slate of innovative, chef-driven tacos off E 17th Street.

In-N-Out Files Preliminary Plan Review For Outpost Near Anaheim Plaza

If approved, the iconic burger chain will be taking over a storefront vacated in 2019 by another famous Southern California brand, Marie Callender’s.

Stone Groove, an ‘Audio Stillhouse’ is Coming to Anaheim

The new business recently filed a plan review application for its 2,644-square-foot restaurant, bar, and micro-distillery.

Sweetgreen Set to Join Huntington Beach’s 5 Points Plaza

Despite having locations all over Los Angeles, Huntington Beach – as well as an outpost that’s slated to open in Riverside – will mark the brand’s entry into Orange County.

Cedar Creek Inn to Become Tavern At the Mission Under David Wilhelm

The veteran Orange County chef and restaurateur recently purchased the building, and plans to remodel and relaunch it as a second iteration of the iconic Tavern House brand next year.