The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of September 28, 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.

Linda Vista Will Be Home To Another White Rice Outpost From Chef Phillip Esteban This July

Linda Vista will soon be home to White Rice Morena, another outpost of the popular Filipino Silog concept from award-winning chef Philip Esteban. White Rice...

Chef Cesarina Mezzoni & Co. To Unveil Roman Osteria ‘Elvira’ In Ocean Beach Venue

Exciting news for the San Diego restaurant scene! Cesarina Group, proprietors of the much-loved Cesarina Ristorante (Michelin Bib Gourmand), has formalized plans to open an authentic...

2023 National Homebrew Competition Homebrew Con

San Diegans Win 9 Medals At 2023 National Homebrew Competition

Congrats to the San Diegans who won a total of nine medals at the 2023 National Homebrew Competition, the world’s largest amateur homebrew competition celebrating...

Little Italy Mercato 10Best Farmers Markets

Little Italy Mercato Nominated As One Of The Best Farmer’s Markets In The Country By USA Today

Congrats to the Little Italy Mercato! The vibrant and bustling farmers market located in the heart of San Diego’s iconic Little Italy neighborhood, has been...

Breakfast and brunch in Mission Valley get elevated!

Mission Valley

Mission Valley Breakfast Company Opens in Mission Valley

Mission Valley Breakfast Company, the highly-anticipated morning eatery, is thrilled to announce the opening of its second location in the thriving neighborhood of Mission Valley. Following...

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Something Different This Summer? Take In A Sunset Luau On Mission Bay!

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

A San Diego summer tradition on the shores of Mission Bay, the annual Sunset Luau by Catamaran Resort is a festive celebration of Polynesian food,...

The Hive La Jolla, a San Diego speakeasy

The Hive Speakeasy In La Jolla Is Now Open

Beeside Balcony, the beloved destination known for its enchanting ambiance and culinary delights, is thrilled to announce the opening of its latest venture, The Hive...

Belmont Park Is Celebrating 98 Years With Special Birthday Treats!

Belmont Park, the timeless icon of San Diego’s beach community, is gearing up to celebrate its 98th year – nearly a century of fun and...

Birch Aquarium Hosts Penguin Photo Contest

Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is celebrating the first anniversary of Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins with a penguin...

El Chingon Celebrates 4th Of July With hotdog eating challenge, Tacos & Tequila

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El Chingon Celebrates Fourth Of July With Hot Dog Eating Competition

El Chingon

Fourth of July and hot dogs go hand-in-hand, but how about adding a little friendly competition to the mix? This July 4th, El Chingon will...

Synergy Initiative Returns To The Conrad With Innovative Events In Summer 2023

There are so may exciting ways to enjoy the return of the Synergy Initiative to The Conrad this year! Internationally acclaimed pianist Inon Barnatan and...

San Diego Local Restaurants Giveback Campaign for Feeding San Diego

Local Restaurants Join Giveback Campaign To Support Feeding San Diego

In honor of National Make a Difference in a Child’s Life Month, ten local restaurants across San Diego County are teaming up to make a...

Mr. Moto Pizza Convoy Location Officially Open

Mr. Moto has proudly announced the opening of its eighth location in the Convoy neighborhood. On Monday, June 12, the 1,000 square foot dine-in only branch of...

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First Annual Longball Hard Lemon Iced Tea Golf Tournament To Benefit Feeding San Diego

The First Annual Longball Hard Lemon Iced Tea Golf Tournament is set for Wednesday, July 19 at Steele Canyon Golf Club in Jamul, to benefit...

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Matsu Japanese Restaurant Launches Monthly Pop-up, Tsuki

Helmed by Chef/owner Willam Eick, Oceanside’s elevated, modern Japanese restaurant concept Matsu recently launched a monthly pop-up — Tsuki — with its second in the...

Birch Aquarium Expands Oceans At Night Experience

Thanks to the popularity of Oceans at Night, Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is revamping the nighttime 21 +...

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Mitt Queen Hosts Boxing Class at Side Bar’s Summer Series

Side Bar

The Mitt Queen, perhaps San Diego’s most famous boxing trainer, has joined the summer series lineup at Side Bar to host a boxing class. You’ll...

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The Brick Hotel Kicks Off Summer With A Block Party This Saturday

The Brick Hotel

Kick off summer with a block party at the The Brick Hotel beginning at 3PM. Presented by Big Bamboo, this Oceanside block party features artists...

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Bottlecraft Celebrates 12th Anniversary

Bottlecraft

Bottlecraft, the beer shop and tasting room with an extensive selection of hard-to-find beers from around the world, is celebrating its 12th anniversary with a...

Restaurant Icon, Diane Powers, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From California Restaurant Association

Diane Powers, Owner-Operator of Bazaar del Mundo Shops and Restaurants was recognized by the California Restaurant Association (CRA) with its Lifetime Achievement award at the...

Side Bar For A Yoga Sculpt Class With Yoga Box

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Side Bar Hosts Summer Fitness Series With Yoga Box

Side Bar

Side Bar is kicking off summer with a mix of free + ticketed wellness series events in June, as a way to bring together the...

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Techo Beso Introduces New Yoga Series And Welcome Wellness Brunch

Techo Beso, a rooftop bar and restaurant located on top of AC Hotel San Diego Downtown Gaslamp Quarter, is hosting a Wellness Brunch with local...

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Celebrate CervezaFest As Padres Takes On Washington Nationals This Friday!

Mexican beers, micheladas, and the Padres? Best night ever! Celebrate CervezaFest with live music and a pregame happy hour with $5 Mexican beer specials in...

Belmont Park Rebrands: Celebrating 98th Birthday With New Look, Park Updates And More

Belmont Park is celebrating its 98th birthday this summer with its first park-wide rebrand. Gearing up for its 100th anniversary in 2025, Belmont Park rebrands...

Hop to the City’s Largest Egg Hunt & Best Brunch at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

April 20, 2025

10:00 am

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

Spring’s most egg-citing holiday is just around the corner, and Omni La Costa’s Easter Extravaganza is pulling out all the stops. This festive celebration features...

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Celebrate San Diego EarthFest—The City’s Biggest Earth Day Bash

April 19, 2025

11:00 am

San Diego EarthFest, the city’s biggest Earth Day bash, is back to take over Balboa Park—a free, all-ages festival celebrating sustainability, community, and the planet...