San Diego’s first dedicated alcohol-free bar, Good News, was only open for a month, before the Hillcrest hotspot was already facing a shake-up. The bar’s website now states it is “closed for now, but not for long,” and it is listed as “temporarily closed” on Google. This comes after a series of cryptic Instagram posts, when the bar’s most visible and widely publicized founders announced that they would “no longer be operating the bar” after a three-year journey to bring the project to life.
When Good News opened in Hillcrest in mid-July, the bar quickly earned attention for its colorful cocktails, curated playlists, and youthful energy. Local press outlets framed the narrative around Kaylee and Crystal Clark, who were portrayed as the creative duo behind the buzzy new spot. Coverage highlighted their design sense, hospitality background, and ties to the nightlife community.
