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Addison, San Diego’s Three-Star Dining Room, Gets a New Look—But Keeps the Caviar With Rice

William Bradley’s newly redesigned Addison brings more warmth, light and Champagne to San Diego’s only three-Michelin-star restaurant, without losing the signature dishes.

Addison, which maintained its status as San Diego’s only three-Michelin-star restaurant when this year’s stars were announced on June 24, has a new kind of glow.

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On May 26, William Bradley, the founding chef who’s been at the helm of the restaurant since its 2006 debut, unveiled Addison’s first major makeover. Bradley, who constantly thinks about his restaurant’s identity and sense of place, tapped California design firm Bishop Pass to modernize Addison with lightness and brightness. The space feels warmer now, with champagne-colored accents and gold metalwork juxtaposed with original elements like rosso marble columns and exposed wood beams.

There’s also a reimagined lounge, with a metallic ceiling fixture, where Addison is accommodating walk-in guests for Champagne and a five-course tartlet tasting menu. Depending on your perspective, you can see this as an impromptu way to enjoy bar snacks (including one topped with turnip, A5, oyster and caviar) or you can see this as a........

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