The operators of the planned Gladstone's and Shorebird restaurants, which will take over key Seaport Village locations, say their permits have finally been approved, and they hope to start construction soon
The symphony, which oversees the popular outdoor concert venue fronting San Diego Bay, is one of several entities that have formally expressed interest in taking over Joe's Crab Shack, a Port of San Diego tenant.
The Port of San Diego announced last year it was looking to replace the longstanding venue near the Rady Shell with a new restaurant concept capable of bringing in more robust rent revenue.
Citing safety and crowd-control concerns, the Port of San Diego decided it was prudent to close a portion of the walkway that is normally open to the public during concerts at the outdoor bayside venue.