Mac & Chick by Sublime, a chef-driven fast-casual restaurant concept focused on scratch-made comfort food, is getting ready to open in Vista at 777 Shadowridge Drive.
The company’s new concept is set to open in the former home of Tony’s Fresh Mexican Food near Shadowridge Plaza, according to a liquor license application. While an exact opening date has not been announced, the restaurant’s website notes that it is opening soon, with rewards members receiving early access to new menu items and promotions. Owner James Limjoco, listed on the liquor license and also behind Sublime Restaurant Group, is associated with the project. Customers can expect a menu centered on mac and cheese, fried chicken, and loaded fries, all prepared in a scratch kitchen.
Mac & Chick by Sublime is a new concept from the team behind Sublime Ale House, which served North County for 17 years before closing its San Marcos location. The brand positions this concept as a return to its core comfort food offerings, streamlined for faster service while maintaining made-from-scratch preparation. The Vista location will serve as one of the first dedicated spaces for the Mac & Chick brand.
According to the company’s website, the kitchen focuses on daily-prepared ingredients with no freezer shortcuts. The mac and cheese features a blend of sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, and fresh béchamel, finished with a butter-toasted panko crust. Fried chicken is double-fried to order and offered with sauces such as Gochujang, Nashville Hot Honey, and Garlic Butter.
The menu also includes hand-cut Kennebec potato loaded fries built as full entrées rather than side dishes. The concept emphasizes consistency and speed while keeping preparation fully scratch-based.
Sublime Restaurant Group has operated multiple concepts across North County, including Sublime Ale House in San Marcos and Sublime Tavern in Del Mar. Mac & Chick represents a simplified, focused menu approach built around a small set of signature comfort dishes.
