The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of August 24, 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.
Chelsea Handler High and Mighty Tour
Upcoming
Spend a Saturday Night With Chelsea Handler at Balboa Theatre
  • Balboa Theatre
Do not miss Chelsea Handler's High and Mighty Tour at the Balboa Theatre in San Diego this fall. Get your tickets today!
Little Saigon Night Market on El Cajon Blvd
Upcoming
Experience San Diego’s First-Ever Little Saigon Night Market on El Cajon Blvd
San Diego’s Little Saigon community is putting on its first-ever night market, and the concept alone is enough to clear your Saturday evening. Traditional Vietnamese...
The 54th Annual Barona Powwow celebration
Upcoming
Watch Tradition Come Alive at the Barona Powwow
The Barona Band of Mission Indians is hosting the 54th Annual Barona Powwow over Labor Day Weekend, and this is one celebration you won’t want...
intersection of art and science
Celebrate 25 Years of Ocean Science at Birch Aquarium
Some anniversaries get a plaque. The Center for Marine Biodiversity and Conservation is getting three Monday nights at Birch Aquarium instead. The Jeffrey B. Graham...
DogFest Southwest 2026
Upcoming
Bring Your Dog to Liberty Station for DogFest Southwest 2026
  • Liberty Station
Join us for DogFest Southwest, a fun-filled day for you and your dog at Liberty Station with games, music, and a costume contest.
Live jazz performance under the stars at The Rady Shell
Upcoming
Feel the Rhythm of Latin Jazz at The Rady Shell
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, and Dizzy Gillespie are getting the tribute they deserve, and it’s happening right on the water at The Rady Shell at...
The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of August 24, 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.
Upcoming
Raise a Glass at San Diego’s Own Capital of Craft Beer Fest
  • Broadway Pier & Pavilion
San Diego’s craft beer scene gets its own festival, and it’s about as local as it gets. Capital of Craft Beer Fest is taking over...
Buddy Guy 90 Concert Tour
Upcoming
Celebrate Buddy Guy’s 90th Birthday at The Rady Shell
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Experience the legendary Buddy Guy live at the San Diego concert, celebrating his incredible journey through electric blues music.
Sails and Ales Beer Fest at Kona Kai San Diego
Upcoming
Sip Your Way Through Sails & Ales Beer Fest at Kona Kai
  • Kona Kai Resort and Spa
Sails & Ales Beer Fest is back for its sixth year, and this time it’s bringing sunset views, local brews, and a whole lot more...
9/11 Memorial Stair with Rincon Fire Department
Upcoming
Climb 110 Flights at Harrah’s SoCal to Honor the Fallen of 9/11
  • Harrah’s Resort SoCal
110 flights of stairs is not an arbitrary number. It is the height of the World Trade Center towers, and this year a group of...
Birch Aquarium Red Octopus
Meet the Two Juvenile Red Octopuses Now on Display at Birch Aquarium
Witness the transformation of red octopuses at Birch Aquarium, a rare opportunity to see them thrive after hatching from eggs.
family-friendly and dog-friendly eatery in san diego
Bring the Kids, Bring the Dog: El Punto is Coming to Liberty Station This October
City Tacos has been a San Diego staple since 2014. What Gerry Torres is building next makes it look like a warm-up. El Punto at...
San Diego International Film Festival
Celebrate 25 Years of the San Diego International Film Festival
Discover the prestigious San Diego International Film Festival, known for highlighting Oscar-winning films and emerging talent.
Upcoming
Toast 40 Years of Busalacchi at The Feast
  • Little Italy
The Busalacchi family is turning 40, and they’re celebrating the way any Italian family would: with a massive dinner in the middle of the street....
Celebrate the Craft festival at The Lodge at Torrey Pines
Upcoming
Taste Southern California’s Best at Celebrate the Craft
  • The Lodge at Torrey Pines
Celebrate the Craft is back for its 23rd year, and honestly, it just keeps getting better. This is The Lodge at Torrey Pines’ signature culinary...
World-Class Waves at Supergirl Surf Pro
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 the action at the Super Girl Surf Festival,...
3rd Annual College of Taste Area
Upcoming
Eat Your Way Down El Cajon Boulevard at the Taste of College Area
  • College Area Business District
Discover hidden gems along El Cajon Boulevard at the Taste of College Area. Enjoy a variety of cuisines all in one delightful route.
top concerts in san diego this week
Top Concerts in San Diego This Week
Here are the top concerts in San Diego this week! Catch Grammy-winning R&B star Ne-Yo, rising country singer Tucker Wetmore, the unforgettable live show of...
Jackalope Art Fair
Upcoming
Shop Handmade and Feed Butterflies at Jackalope
  • 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...
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...
Halloween at the Station
Get Your Costume Ready for Halloween at the Station
October 25, 2026
12:00 pm
  • Ingram Plaza
Liberty Station is throwing its annual Halloween bash, and it’s free, family-friendly, and packed with enough activities to fill your whole afternoon. Costumes are strongly...
Celebrate the Craft festival at The Lodge at Torrey Pines
Taste Southern California’s Best at Celebrate the Craft
October 18, 2026
11:30 am
  • The Lodge at Torrey Pines
Celebrate the Craft is back for its 23rd year, and honestly, it just keeps getting better. This is The Lodge at Torrey Pines’ signature culinary...
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...