Events
The Big Game Watch Party at Quartyard
Feb. 8. Quartyard hosts “The Big Game Watch Party” at its alfresco venue on Sunday. Watch the Seattle Seahawks take on the New England Patriots on a 10-foot LED screen with a concert sound system; plus DJ sets; a full bar and drink deals; and food from award-winning Mexican restaurant El Comal—including tacos, burritos, loaded nachos and fries, and bacon-wrapped hot dogs. First come; first served (small folding chairs allowed). Doors open at 1 p.m. (21+). See website to RSVP for free. 1301 Market St., East Village. Details
Super Bowl Block Party at Firehouse
Feb. 8. Catch the Big Game on a 20-foot LED Jumbotron screen at this 14th annual block party in Pacific Beach, presented by Firehouse American Eatery & Lounge at the venue’s parking lot. Guests can enjoy a full bar, a beer truck, food specials, a live drumline, a silent disco (hip-hop versus house), a glitter bar, and seating on couches and bleachers. See website for tickets and call/text for bottle service and table reservations 1:30-8 p.m. (21+). See website for ticket pricing. 722 Grand Ave., Pacific Beach, 619.344.1951. firehousepb.com
Super Bowl Fun at Draft
Feb. 8. Belmont Park’s sports-centric beachfront hangout, Draft, hosts a fun Super Bowl celebration. Festivities include a massive 41-foot “media wall” and 26 surrounding TVs to view the game; a special Super Bowl food menu, including BBQ pork sliders, jalapeño poppers and loaded tots; and cocktail, beer, wine and shot specials. Book a table for an uninterrupted view of the game, bottle service and exclusive lounge seating; no cover charge for general admission. Noon-8 p.m. 3105 Ocean Front Walk, Mission Beach, 858.228.9305. belmontpark.com
Food + Drink
Katsuya Ko
Opens. Feb. 5. Westfield UTC welcomes Katsuya Ko, part of the famed Katsuya brand. (“Ko” means “child” in Japanese.) The bright, contemporary restaurant features geometric lighting, playful floral and Japanese accents, an open robata and sushi bar, and a dining patio. A modern Pan-Asian menu offers signature dishes like the Original Crispy Rice and Yellowtail Jalapeño; plus new plates such as chicken and kimchi gyoza with black-garlic ponzu; and sake, beer and wine to drink. See website for hours. 4303 La Jolla Village Drive, Suite 2105, UTC, 858.365.5855. Details
George’s Ocean Terrace
Reopens Feb. 6. After a three-month closure for remodeling, George’s at the Cove reopens its Ocean Terrace on Feb. 6; with reservations available beginning Feb. 7. The rooftop dining area and bar now boasts a new glass perimeter wall sans view-obstructing pillars, new dining tables and flooring, new permanent heaters and more. In celebration, George’s is offering 50 percent off select bottles from Napa’s revered winery, Hill Family Estate, for the first month for in-person dining. See website for hours and reservations. 1250 Prospect St., La Jolla, 858.454.4244. georgesatthecove.com
Harland Brewing Co.
Now Open. With tasting rooms in South Park, Bay Park and Scripps Ranch, Harland Brewing Company opens its fourth location, nestled in 4S Ranch. The family-friendly brewery of course features Harland’s popular pilsners, pale lagers, blonde and pale ales, IPAs, hard seltzers and more; along with tasty, elevated pub fare. Offerings include braised short ribs, roasted chicken, salmon poke bowls, chicken satay salad and grilled flatbreads. (Weekend brunch is launching soon.) Su-Th 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; F-Sa 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 16480 Paseo del Sur, Suite 105, 4S Ranch. harlandbeer.com
New Menu at Barleymash
Now Available. Barleymash has launched a fun new “Mid-Week Mini Menu,” where patrons can purchase a “mini” version of regular menu favorites for $6, Monday through Thursday (with the purchase of a beverage). On Monday, try any of the “Barleymacs,” such as the Mash and Brussels Heaven; Tuesday: “Iron Fries” like the Bacon Blue Cheese and Orange Chicken; Wednesday: any option from the “Between the Buns” menu, served as a slider; and Thursday: a half size of any flatbread. See website for hours. 600 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp Quarter, 619.255.7373. barleymash.com
Arts + Culture
The Old Globe: Hedda Gabler
Feb. 7-March 8. San Diego welcomes film, TV and stage actress, Katie Holmes (Dawson’s Creek, Broadway’s Our Town). She stars in the title role in Hedda Gabler, which receives its world premiere at The Old Globe. Henrik Ibsen’s famed 1890 play about a woman trapped in a loveless marriage—whose scheming gets her into trouble—comes to us in a new version by Erin Cressida Wilson; Barry Edelstein directs. See website for showtimes and tickets. Shiley Stage at The Old Globe, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park, 619.234.5623. theoldglobe.org
La Jolla Playhouse: The Recipe
Feb. 10-March 22. At La Jolla Playhouse, the “funny, colorful and delicious” world-premiere play The Recipe—written by Claudia Shear (based on the book Dearie by Bob Spitz) and directed by Lisa Peterson—centers on a girl from Pasadena who became one of the world’s most beloved chefs and TV personalities: Julia Child. Among its seasoned cast, Broadway veteran Christina Kirk stars as Julia; with Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz portraying Child’s husband, Paul. See website for showtimes and tickets. 2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla, 858.550.1010. lajollaplayhouse.org
Del Mar Fairgrounds: New Banksy Exhibit
Through April 19. A huge success around the world (three million visitors and counting), a special exhibit visits San Diego for the first time: The Art of Banksy: Without Limits. The roughly 60-minute experience lets visitors peruse 200 works by the world’s most famous and mysterious graffiti/street artist, including prints, photos, murals, sculptures and certified originals. You can step inside the “Infinity Room,” spray-paint Banksy’s art on your own tee, purchase gifts and more. See website for ticket pricing. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. Details
George’s Ocean Terrace (photo was taken prior to remodel) is courtesy of George’s at the Cove. Katie Holmes is by Jan Welters. All other images are courtesy of the venues and businesses featured.
