Chula Vista ending pandemic outdoor dining patios, businesses push to keep them
CHULA VISTA, Calif. – It’s wonderful weather in Chula Vista for those heading to Third Avenue. Maria Diaz and her friends are soaking it in while enjoying lunch on the Vogue Tavern’s outdoor dining patio. Dr. Gonzalo Quintero, co-owner of the Vogue Tavern, expressed his support for the patios, emphasizing their positive impact on business. The city has set a final deadline for the outdoor dining parklets to be removed by September 3, prompting concern from business owners like Quintero. Despite the city’s decision, Quintero remains determined to fight for the patios, gathering community support through a petition and city council engagement. Mayor John McCann, while acknowledging the temporary nature of the parklets, expressed openness to finding a solution that supports both businesses and the community. As the deadline approaches, the fate of Chula Vista’s outdoor dining patios remains uncertain, with stakeholders on both sides voicing their perspectives.
