Almost a year ago to the date we were talking about the old Charlie's restaurant at Cardiff Reef and what was to become of it. Well it looks like Pacific Coast Grill from Solana Beach is finally ready to open it's doors in a few weeks. The architect created a Baja vibe and there are 2 levels of dining with an ocean view from almost every seat. Rumor has it on the bottom level there is a raw bar and a lounge area. There is also a large deck like their neighbors at the Beach House. Along with Barracuda, The Union, and Solace, there are a few new dining choices in town.
Another food joint that's on the heels of Pacific Coast Grill- even though it's definitely on the opposite side of the culinary arts- is Starbucks at Leucadia Blvd. and the I-5 freeway. Back in October the Starbucks steamroller finally got into motion and now 6 months later the framing is up on the drive through location. If they were smart, they'd have it up and running by the end of July to capitalize on the busy summer driving season.
And back in March 2011, the North County Surf Blogs reported that the people of Wal Mart were invading north county and were set to suck the brains out of our heads. Looks like that prediction is about to happen as the Wal Mart sign has been put up on the old Home Expo building and the shopping carts are stacked in the parking lot. The word on the street is that the official opening is the weekend of June 16th. Hide the women and children.
