The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of September 14, 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.
top concerts in san diego this week
Top Concerts in San Diego This Week
Here are the top concerts in San Diego this week! We have everything from chart-topping hip-hop and classic rock to modern country and rising pop...
Amjad Ali Khan and sons performing together
Upcoming
Experience Confluence With La Jolla Symphony & Chorus
  • Mandeville Auditorium, UC San Diego
La Jolla Symphony & Chorus is opening its season in a big way, welcoming legendary sarod virtuoso Amjad Ali Khan and his sons, Ayaan Ali...
Birdstock Music Festival
Upcoming
Catch Five Free Stages, a Beer Garden, and a Dunk Tank at Birdstock in Bird Rock
Five stages. Free admission. A half-pipe with pro skaters and BMX riders. An Oktoberfest-themed beer garden. A dunk tank. The 5th Annual Birdstock Music Festival...
Upcoming
Celebrate 30 Years of Encinitas Oktoberfest & Artisan Faire
  • Mountain Vista Drive
Prost, Encinitas! The 30th Annual Encinitas Oktoberfest & Artisan Faire is back, hosted by the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce, and it’s bringing Bavarian spirit to...
Inside the dining room at Nick & G's
Get Ready for a New Era at Nick & G’s
Rancho Santa Fe institution Nick & G’s is getting a top-to-bottom renovation ahead of its 10th anniversary, and Chef/Partner Alex Carballo is leading the culinary...
USA vs. Mexico Continental Cup
Upcoming
Catch USA vs. Mexico at the Continental Cup in Oceanside
Do not miss the excitement of the Continental Cup at Frontwave Arena, featuring USA versus Mexico in thrilling indoor soccer action.
Camarada Tango Quartet
Work Four Camarada Concerts Into Your Balboa Park Calendar
Delve into the world of the newly named SDMA Resident Artists, enriching the museum's collection through live music performances.
The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of September 14, 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.
Swimmers taking on the challenge at Swim for SOF
Upcoming
Cheer On Swimmers at the 6th Annual Swim for SOF
  • San Diego Bay
San Diego Bay is about to host one of the city’s most inspiring athletic challenges. The Honor Foundation’s 6th Annual Swim for SOF brings together...
A Magical Cirque Christmas
Upcoming
Fly Into the Holidays With A Magical Cirque Christmas in Oceanside
Join us for a Magical Cirque Christmas oceanside, where stunning performances and holiday cheer create an unforgettable night.
North Park Book Fair
Upcoming
Browse Rare Books and Enter a Costume Contest at the North Park Book Fair
  • North Park
Experience the vibrant North Park Book Fair with vendors, a costume contest, and endless bookish delights. Admission is free!
East Village Oktoberfest
Upcoming
Grab a Seat and a Stein at the 10th Annual East Village Oktoberfest
  • Quartyard
Experience the 10th East Village Oktoberfest with a tight tap list and the best of Munich-style beer culture in San Diego.
A festive afternoon at Oishii Japanese Food & Sake Festival
Upcoming
Taste Your Way Through Oishii Japanese Food & Sake Fest
  • Japanese Friendship Garden
Spend the afternoon tasting your way through the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum at the Oishii Japanese Food & Sake Fest. From savory street food...
A Beer Lover’s Ultimate Guide To La Mesa Oktoberfest
Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest in San Diego
Dig the lederhosen and dirndl out of the closet and grab your best stein. It’s that time of year again for the most famous German...
Oktoberfest Party Cruise
Upcoming
Take Oktoberfest Out on the Water With San Diego’s Annual Mission Bay Party Cruise
  • Bahia Resort Hotel
Lederhosen is optional. A good attitude is not. The San Diego Oktoberfest Party Cruise is back for its fourth year, boarding the three-level William D....
Pirates of the Caribbean screening under the stars at Midway
Upcoming
Set Sail for Midway’s Fright Deck Halloween Party
  • USS Midway Museum
Calling all pirates, ghosts, ghouls, and creatures of the deep. This Halloween, gather your crew and step aboard the USS Midway Museum for Fright Deck:...
Live dating show chaos unfolding on stage at Love Isn't Blind San Diego
Upcoming
Catch Love Isn’t Blind Live, Where the Men Can’t Say a Word
Tired of swiping? Check out Love Isn't Blind dating show for a hilarious night of competition and unexpected romance.
A stroll through Point Loma's new public art walk
Upcoming
Take a Stroll Through Point Loma’s New Public Art
Point Loma Village is getting a fresh dose of color, and the whole community is invited to celebrate a bold new mural by acclaimed San...
The Dempsey's reimagined lodge exterior in Pine Hills
Step Inside The Dempsey’s Reimagined Historic Lodge
A century-old mountain lodge just outside Julian is about to feel brand new. The Dempsey opens this October in Pine Hills, transforming the historic 1912...
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Bring the Kids to 60+ Museums Free This October – Tijuana Just Joined the Party
Sixteen years in, Kids Free in October just got its biggest upgrade yet. The San Diego Museum Council’s annual program gives kids 12 and under...
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Iron Orr Fitness: The San Diego Training Philosophy Built Around Not Getting Injured
Iron Orr Fitness brings an injury-conscious approach to training, combining corrective exercise, individualized programming, and DGI philosophy to help clients make progress.
Jack White Live delivering a night of rock and roll
Upcoming
See Jack White Bring Raw Rock Energy to The Sound
Jack White is hitting the road again, and Del Mar is getting a stop on the tour. Known for reinventing rock and roll on his...
Crowds soaking up the creativity at Alley Cat Art Fest
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! Watch incredible athletes compete at the U.S. Open Adaptive...
San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival
Plan Your Four Days at the San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival
Discover the magic of the San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival, where jazz bridges cultures in a vibrant four-day celebration.
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...
A Magical Cirque Christmas
Fly Into the Holidays With A Magical Cirque Christmas in Oceanside
December 13, 2026
5:30 pm
Join us for a Magical Cirque Christmas oceanside, where stunning performances and holiday cheer create an unforgettable night.
Ales N' Rails bringing craft beer and trains together
Get Ready for a Night of Beer and Trains at Ales N’ Rails
November 21, 2026
6:00 pm
  • San Diego Model Railroad Museum
Craft beer and model trains are teaming up again for Ales N’ Rails, and tickets are officially on sale. This annual evening at the San...
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...
Yokai Masquerade
Spend Halloween Night With the Yokai at Japanese Friendship Garden
October 31, 2026
6:00 pm
  • Japanese Friendship Garden
Celebrate Halloween at the Yokai Masquerade. Dress as your favorite Yokai and enjoy a night of fun, performances, and folklore.