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The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of August 17, 2026

The Craving is ThereSanDiego's weekly guide to what's worth eating and drinking in San Diego right now. Every Tuesday, we surface new restaurant openings, standout happy hours, limited-time menu specials, and upcoming food events across the city - so you know what's happening before everyone else does.
Jackalope Art Fair
Upcoming
Shop Handmade and Hand-Feed Butterflies at Jackalope in Liberty Station
  • Preble Field, NTC Park
Experience the vibrant jackalope artisan fair in Liberty Station with a diverse array of makers and an interactive butterfly garden.
MAKE After Hours
Upcoming
Dance, Weave, and Sip Cider at MAKE After Hours in Normal Heights
Join us for MAKE after hours, an evening pop-up featuring Afrobeat music, dance classes, and local culture in Normal Heights.
Julian Grape Stomp Festa
Upcoming
Kick off Your Shoes and Stomp Grapes at Julian’s Grape Stomp Festa
  • Menghini Winery
Celebrate 28 years of the Julian Grape Stomp Festa. Enjoy grape stomping, entertainment, and activities for the kids!
San Diego Brazilian Festival at Waterfront Park
Upcoming
Feel the Beat at San Diego’s Brazilian Festival
  • Waterfront Park
San Diego is throwing the 17th Annual Brazilian Festival, and it’s turning Waterfront Park into a full-blown carnival for the day. If you love drum...
LeucadiART Walk's 20th anniversary celebration
Upcoming
Celebrate Two Decades of Art at LeucadiART Walk
LeucadiART Walk is hitting its 20th year, and this milestone edition is shaping up to be the biggest one yet. Get ready for a full...
Taste of Gaslamp 2026 celebrating its 30th anniversary
Upcoming
Celebrate 30 Years of Flavor at Taste of Gaslamp
  • Gaslamp Quarter
Taste of Gaslamp is turning 30, and this milestone year is shaping up to be the biggest one yet. Get ready to taste your way...
By the Sea Coronado
The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of August 17, 2026
The Craving is ThereSanDiego's weekly guide to what's worth eating and drinking in San Diego right now. Every Tuesday, we surface new restaurant openings, standout happy hours, limited-time menu specials, and upcoming food events across the city - so you know what's happening before everyone else does.
Stellen San Diego Gaslamp
Watch Hotel Z Become Stellen San Diego Gaslamp in Early 2027
Get ready for Stellen San Diego Gaslamp in 2027! Enjoy its warm, modern spaces and a design that enhances the Gaslamp experience.
Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair
Upcoming
Catch 75 Bands for Free at the Adams Avenue Street Fair
  • Normal Heights
Celebrate music and community at the Adams Avenue Street Fair. Enjoy 10 blocks of entertainment and diverse musical acts this September.
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Grab a Seat at Zuma, the Global Izakaya Brand Making Its California Debut at the Guild Hotel
Zuma has spent nearly 25 years taking over the world – Hong Kong, Istanbul, Rome, Miami, Madrid, and more. Now they’re open in San Diego,...
Explore Arts District Liberty Station’s New Season of Art and Artists
Arts District Liberty Station just dropped a whole new lineup of artists, exhibits, and public art, and this is one of the best times to...
The Lobby Bar at the LaFayette Hotel & Club
The Best Cocktail Bars in San Diego Right Now (2026 Guide)
San Diego has always had a reputation as a ‘party’ town, but it also has some of the best cocktail bars on Earth for those...
Breathe & Sea event on South Ponto State Beach
Upcoming
Reset by the Sea at Breathe & Sea’s End-of-Summer Bash
Breathe & Sea is back, and this time it’s the biggest one yet. Get ready for an end-of-summer bash on the sand, brought to you...
Easy San Diego road trips that should be put on your calendar.
19 Amazing Road Trips From San Diego
One of the best things about living in San Diego is that it’s always good road trip weather! Lucky for us, there is no shortage...
Upcoming
Trick-or-Treat Your Way Through Belmont Park’s Fall Fest
  • Belmont Park
Forget changing leaves and crisp weather, San Diego does fall its own way, and Belmont Park’s Fall Fest is proving you don’t have to leave...
About Last Night
All done
Hear San Diego’s Worst Dating Stories Turned Into Songs at About Last Night
Laugh and cringe with About Last Night San Diego as locals recount their worst dating experiences with unforgettable storytelling.
San Diego Symphony's Midday Music series
All done
Spend Your Lunch Break With Free Chamber Music at the Top of the Central Library
  • San Diego Central Library
Free chamber music, city views from the top floor, and a standing invitation to bring your lunch. The San Diego Symphony’s Midday Music series is...
things to do in san diego this weekend
Things To Do in San Diego This Weekend
Check out this week’s Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend and make your plans! Catch Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen at the San Diego...
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa Whiskey & Wine Party
Upcoming
Sip Bourbon By the Bonfire at Estancia La Jolla’s Whiskey & Wine Party
  • Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Savor the Whiskey & Wine Estancia La Jolla experience with delicious food, exceptional drinks, and a vibrant atmosphere this fall.
top concerts in san diego this week
Top Concerts in San Diego This Week
Here are the top concerts in San Diego this week! Whether you’re catching Benson Boone’s Wanted Man Tour, the country powerhouse pairing of Luke Bryan...
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Eat Like You’re on the Amalfi Coast at By The Sea in Coronado
Doug and Lara Hamm spent years traveling through the French Riviera, Greek Isles, and Amalfi Coast. By The Sea is what happened when they decided...
KPBS San Diego Book Festival at the University of San Diego
Upcoming
Dive Into a Day of Books at the KPBS San Diego Book Festival
  • University of San DIego
The second annual KPBS San Diego Book Festival, presented by the University of San Diego, is back, and it’s shaping up to be a full...
Soft Power exhibition at Oceanside Museum of Art
Upcoming
Explore Identity and Power at OMA’s Newest Exhibition
  • Oceanside Museum of Art
Oceanside Museum of Art is hosting the 2026 San Diego Art Prize exhibition for the first time ever, and this one’s a must-see. Soft Power:...
San Diego Food + Wine Festival's 22nd annual celebration
Upcoming
San Diego Food + Wine Festival Returns for Its 22nd Year
  • Embarcadero Marina Park North
The San Diego Food + Wine Festival is turning 22, and it’s using the occasion to shake things up in a big way. SDFW returns...
Upcoming Events
MANIA The ABBA Tribute bringing the magic of ABBA to life at The Magnolia
Sing Along to Every Hit at MANIA: The World’s Number One ABBA Tribute Show
February 10, 2027
7:30 pm
  • The Magnolia
If you’ve ever wanted to relive the magic of ABBA live on stage, MANIA: The ABBA Tribute is as close as it gets. The world’s...
Celebrate Día de los Muertos With Unlimited Tacos at SDMA’s Taco Party
November 1, 2026
12:00 pm
  • San Diego Museum of Art
The San Diego Museum of Art is throwing a taco party in its sculpture garden, and honestly, it’s one of the most fun things on...
Bird's Eye View of Mission Bayfest
Mission Bayfest Returns to Mariner’s Point Park With Rebelution, Kolohe Kai & The Offspring
October 16, 2026
3:00 pm
  • Mariners Point
Mission Bayfest is heading back to the waterfront this fall, bringing three days of reggae, rock, and SoCal vibes to Mariner’s Point Park along the...
La Mesa Oktoberfest
Prost! La Mesa’s Oktoberfest is Back for 3 Days of Bier, Brats, and Good Times
October 2, 2026
4:00 pm
  • La Mesa Village
Join the fun at La Mesa Oktoberfest! Enjoy live entertainment, games, and great food in San Diego's biggest German celebration.
Shark Snorkeling Birch Aquarium
Shark Snorkels Return to Birch Aquarium
September 30, 2026
8:00 am
  • Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Get ready for shark snorkels at Birch Aquarium and enjoy a memorable snorkeling adventure with docile Leopard Sharks.