Open and Shut archive for October, 2011

The Dead Pool, RIP: Kazumi

One of the best sushi shops in town has shut -- Kazumi, in the heart of Hillcrest (right by the ...

Sushi Going Beyond Sapporo and Kirin in Coronado

I am a fan of sushi, but eat less of it than I’d like. I’ve often pondered why that is ...

So Much for Blanca Part Two

Blanca, a fine-dining restaurant, settled down in Solana Beach several years ago but never really settled in. The place was ...

Little Italy’s UnderBelly Gets Early Exposure

The casual yet complex contemporary hospitality concepts of Arsalun Tafazoli garner a lot of attention. It all started with the ...

Another Coulon Popping Up on SD's Dining Radar

The name Coulon is well known among long-time San Diego dining enthusiasts. The family has been delivering exceptional cuisine to ...

It's Food Trucks to the Rescue in UTC

I often find myself pondering the manner in which food trucks fit into the local dining scene. Simply by offering ...

Pupuseria: Nely No More

The Salvadorian Pupuseria Nely (2479 Broadway, at 25th Street) has closed its doors. The place is in the L-shaped shopping ...