Little Italy Food Hall in San Diego closes permanently after seven years

The Little Italy Food Hall in San Diego closed permanently on Sunday after nearly seven years of operation. The management, Grain and Grit Collective, decided to shift focus to other restaurant ventures, moving away from the food hall model. The food hall featured six small businesses and a cocktail bar. It was the first food hall in Little Italy, opening in 2018. The closure was announced to the businesses just a week prior, allowing for a brief celebration of their time in the area. Grain and Grit Collective plans to concentrate on higher-margin restaurant models amid changing industry dynamics. The space is now listed for rent, with the property owner hinting at future plans for the location.