The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of November 2, 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.

Giant Dipper Roller Coaster On National Roller Coaster Day at Belmont Park

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Ride The Giant Dipper At Belmont Park On National Roller Coaster Day

Belmont Park

National Roller Coaster Day is August 16th, and it’s the perfect excuse to plan a trip to San Diego’s historic beachfront amusement park, Belmont Park,...

Malibu Farm San Diego Readies For An August Opening At Seaport Village

After almost a decade of culinary success with their flagship restaurant, Malibu Farm, Chef Helene Henderson and actor-director John Stockwell are ready to embark on...

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Communal Hosts Summer Floral Series To Get Your Creativity Flowing

Enjoy the blooms of summer during the Summer Floral Series | ART BLOOM with Communal on Saturday, August 5. Summer Floral Series at Haven Attendees...

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Side Bar To Host Side Barbie World

Side Bar

Side Bar, downtown San Diego’s luxury nightclub and lounge, will be transforming into Side Barbie World on August 2 at 8PM for an epic Barbiecore-themed...

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Shop For One-Of-A-Kind Pieces At WNDR After Dark: Secondhand Style Event

WNDR Museum

Shop for one-of-a-kind pieces by local artists including Chicana fashion designer, Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski (Sew Loka), on National Thrift Shop Day at WNDR Museum during their...

Sifted And Sugared Cookie Workshop at Haven

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Local Artisan To Host Sifted & Sugared Cookie Workshop At Communal’s Haven In North Park

Satisfy your sweet tooth with the art of cookie decorating during the Sifted & Sugared Cookie Workshop on Sunday, August 13. Sifted & Sugared Cookie...

Lord Of The Wings At Mavericks: Who Gets The Title For 2023?

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Join Us At Mavericks And Help Decide Who Will Be The Next Lord Of The Wings

Mavericks Beach Club

Discover PB will be presenting Lord of the Wings this August hosted by Mavericks Beach Club! You can help decide the best wings in Pacific...

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Kilowatt Brewing Celebrates 8th Anniversary

Kilowatt Brewing

Hey beer lovers, mark your calendars and join us at Kilowatt Brewing on August 12th as the brewery celebrates 8th anniversary with a beer &...

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Taste The Best Soul Food San Diego Has To Offer At The San Diego Soul Food Fest 2023

Come experience some of the best soul food San Diego has to offer at the San Diego Soul Food Fest! This event will be hosted...

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Bleached Fest 2023: Unleashing The Ultimate Music Experience!

Waterfront Park

Get ready to party at Bleached Fest 2023! With an incredible lineup of top-notch bands and artists, this Waterfront Park festival is sure to be...

Orchid & Ash Perfume Lab: Learn The Art Of Perfume Formulation

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Learn The Art Of Perfume Formulation At Orchid & Ash Perfume Lab

Learn the art of perfume formulation with Kristina of Orchid & Ash, a locally made apothecary + fragrance line known for their stunning scents and...

Bottlecraft Little Italy Collaborates With Neighbor RakiRaki Ramen For Food Service

Bottlecraft Little Italy, the beer shop and tasting room with hard-to-find beers from around the world, has started a new snack menu in the form...

Lions Tigers & Bears celebrating fall with rescued animals

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Animal Sanctuary Offers One Day Camps With Hands On Activities And Opportunities To Learn About Rescued Exotic Animals

Lions Tigers & Bears

Lions Tigers & Bears, San Diego’s only accredited big cat and bear sanctuary, is hosting single day youth summer camps on Wednesdays from 8:30AM to...

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RefurbishMint Showroom And Design Studio Celebrates Carlsbad Grand Opening

Exciting news, San Diego! RefurbishMint Showroom And Design Studio is launching this weekend to help you create personalized, restorative spaces that connect with art and...

SD Loyal Launches Skateboard Collaboration With Willy Santos

San Diego Loyal SC announced that it has partnered with legendary skateboarder, Willy Santos, and his online skateboard shop, Willys Workshop, to launch a first of...

ArtWalk Liberty Station Preview Party featuring Band Overboard

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VIP Preview pARTy Kicks Off ArtWalk Liberty Station Weekend Show

Ingram Plaza

For the first time ever, ArtWalk Liberty Station is offering a VIP Preview pARTy, sponsored by Ranch & Coast Magazine, where guests can get early...

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San Diego Botanic Garden To Hold Ceremonial Event For A Seedling Grown From Atomic Bomb Survivor Tree

San Diego Botanic Garden

This August, San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) joins in partnership and unity with Green Legacy Hiroshima (GLH) Initiative to dedicate a newly planted ginkgo tree descended from a mother...

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Lumi By Akira Back To Host Taylor Swift Lunch Event

Missing Taylor’s Eras Tour? Shake it off and join your fellow ‘Swifties’ for a special Taylor Swift Lunch event at Lumi by Akira Back on...

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Mavericks Beach Club Hosts Puppy Yoga

Mavericks Beach Club

If you’re looking to add a touch of cuteness to your summer routine, check out Puppy Yoga at Mavericks Beach Club – Sunday, August 6th!...

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Understory Hosts Cazadores Cocktail Making Class

If you’ve been looking for the perfect date night idea or activity to do with friends, the Cazadores Cocktail Making Class at Understory Bar is...

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Sip The City Festival Returns For Its 5th Year

On August 12th, SIP San Diego, a collective of urban wineries, meaderies and cideries, will be hosting their 5th annual SIP the City festival at...

WPA: Contemporary Interpretations Oceanside Museum Of Art

Contemporary Interpretations Of WPA-Era Art Spark Conversation About Human Resilience At Oceanside Museum Of Art

The complimentary exhibition, WPA: Contemporary Interpretations is now on display at Oceanside Museum Of Art (OMA) from now until November 5, 2023. Curated by Trinh...

the lobby at the Historic LaFayette Hotel & Club

Reimagining An Icon: San Diego’s Historic LaFayette Hotel & Club Reemerges After 31-Million Dollar Transformation

Iconic San Diego hotel LaFayette Hotel & Club’s new owners, CH Projects, have officially opened the doors to its full transformation of the hotel into...

New Smokehouse Concept Now Open At The Hotel Del Coronado

Hotel del Coronado’s newest culinary concept, Smokehouse & Bar at the Historic Laundry, is now open – and it’s very cool! The beautifully restored smokehouse-inspired...

North City Celebrates National Go Skate Day With Ramp It Up Community Event

June 21, 2025

11:00 am

Wheels up, San Diego. North City is hosting Ramp It Up in honor of National Go Skate Day, bringing together skate culture, community spirit, and...

San Marcos

The Mental Bar is hosting the Cars Coffee & Unity Cruise

Cars Coffee & Unity Cruise Revs Up Community at The Mental Bar

June 21, 2025

8:00 am

Car enthusiasts and coffee lovers, your perfect Saturday morning awaits. The Mental Bar is hosting the Cars Coffee & Unity Cruise, combining automotive passion with...

San Diego

Bro-Am Beach Fest 2025 Brings Grammy Winners and Good Vibes to Encinitas

June 21, 2025

7:00 am

Moonlight Beach

Summer kicks off with purpose and serious fun at Moonlight Beach. Bro-Am Beach Fest 2025 returns as a free, all-ages celebration that combines Grammy Award-winning...

Encinitas

Summer Solstice Sound Healing experience at San Diego Botanic Garden

Summer Solstice Sound Healing at San Diego Botanic Garden Creates Magic in Encinitas

June 20, 2025

7:30 pm

San Diego Botanic Garden

Something truly extraordinary is happening at the San Diego Botanic Garden this Friday evening. The longest day of the year calls for a celebration that...

Encinitas

Grand Social’s Surf & Tiki Night Brings Island Vibes to Your Friday

June 20, 2025

5:00 pm

Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Escape to the tropics without leaving San Diego. Grand Social’s Surf & Tiki Night transforms Friday evenings into an island getaway where surf rock energy...

San Diego