The Craving

The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of October 12, 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.
KidsFest On Sundays At Petco Park
Join The Fun At KidsFest & Kids Run The Bases, Plus Awesome Giveaways
Sundays at Petco Park are perfect for kids! Families are encouraged to arrive when gates open for KidsFest, presented by SDG&E, to enjoy bounce houses...
Birch Aquarium Unveils Blue Beach, Launches Happy Hour Series
Birch Aquarium Unveils Blue Beach + Launches Happy Hour Series
Just in time for World Ocean Day, Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography is unveiling Blue Beach, a place for people to connect with...
San Diego Loyal Soccer Club vs Borussia Dortmund
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San Diego Loyal Soccer Club To Take On German Giants Borussia Dortmund This Summer
  • Snapdragon Stadium
San Diego Loyal SC will play against European opposition for the first time in club history when they take on Germany’s Borussia Dortmund in San Diego,...
Rendezvous In The Zoo at San Diego Zoo
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Rendezvous In The Zoo Brings Back The Glamour Of The 1950s & 1960s At The San Diego Zoo
  • San Diego Zoo
Pack your trunk for a return to the golden age of air travel at the San Diego Zoo! The glamour of the 1950s and 1960s...
San Diego Food Lao Festival
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San Diego Lao Food Festival To Showcase The Diverse Cuisine & Culture Of Laos
  • Mira Mesa Community Park
Come taste the “richly satisfying food with deeply interesting flavors that fine dining chefs crave after work” (according to Anthony Bourdain) at the San Diego...
Soapy Joe’s Car Wash Karaoke
Sing With Soapy Joe’s Car Wash In Summer Campaign, Car Wash Karaoke
Soapy Joe’s, the community-oriented, family-owned car wash with locations across San Diego County, is rebooting a fan favorite with a new gamified twist: Car Wash...
La Pastaia Italian Restaurant In Bay Park
Two Pasta Queens’ Dreams Become Reality As They Open La Pastaia In Bay Park
La Pastaia, a Venetian-style Italian restaurant, has opened its doors in Bay Park. The restaurant is owned and operated by two women who moved to...
Survival Japanese with Japanese Friendship Garden
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Survival Japanese, Your Gateway To Exploring Japan With Confidence
  • Japanese Friendship Garden
For those yearning to visit Japan, but unsure of how to start learning Japanese, JFG’s new program – Survival Japanese, is perfect for you! Survival...
SeaWorld San Diego Summer Concert Series
SeaWorld San Diego Announces Incredible Lineup Coming To 2023 Summer Concert Series Sponsored By Coca-Cola
SeaWorld San Diego has announced its 2023 Summer Concert Series Sponsored by Coca-Cola that features something for everyone with a range of pop, R&B and...
Rooftop Cinema Club To Raise Funds For Lambda Legal During Pride Month
Rooftop Cinema Club To Raise Funds For Lambda Legal During Pride Month At Its Venues Nationwide
Rooftop Cinema Club has announced plans to donate $1 to Lambda Legal for every ticket sold to special Pride Month screenings during the month of...
O’Keeffe and Moore at the san diego museum of art
June At The San Diego Museum Of Art
Experience a groundbreaking exhibition at the San Diego Museum of Art this June. From the extraordinary O’Keeffe and Moore exhibition to engaging workshops and virtual...
Mavericks Beach Club Mamma Mia Dance Party
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Mavericks Kicking Off Summer With Mamma Mia Dance Party
  • Mavericks Beach Club
Kick off summer by belting your lungs out during the Mamma Mia Dance Party at Mavericks Beach Club! on Wednesday, June 14th! Located along Garnet...
Trivia & Beer Night At Societe Brewing
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Join Us For Trivia & Beer Night To Help Raise Funds To The Local Cancer Charities
  • Societe Brewing Company
Looking for a fun-filled evening with friends? Don’t miss out on the exciting Trivia & Beer night happening at Societe Brewing in partnership with San...
Two Pasta Queens Opens La Pastaia In Bay Park
Two Pasta Queens’ Dreams Become Reality As They Open La Pastaia In Bay Park
La Pastaia, a Venetian-style Italian restaurant, has opened its doors in Bay Park. The restaurant is owned and operated by two women who moved to...
House Of Mexico Lawn Program at Balboa Park
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Join The House Of Mexico For A Spectacular Lawn Program At Balboa Park!
Come and experience a vibrant celebration of Mexican culture at Balboa Park! Throughout the year, different houses in the park have the opportunity to showcase...
San Diego Greek Festival
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Celebrate Greek Culture At The Annual San Diego Greek Festival
The San Diego Greek Festival returns this Summer! Once again, they extend an invitation to partake in their food and drink offerings while enjoying the...
City Heights Street Food Fest
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City Heights Street Food Fest Celebrates 3 Years Of Providing Support to The Community
The City Heights Street Food Fest, a family-friendly evening of live art, music, drinks, games, and street food, is back for its third year. In...
SeaWorld's Newest Coaster, Arctic Rescue, NOW OPEN!
SeaWorld’s Newest Coaster, Arctic Rescue, Now Open!
SeaWorld San Diego’s all-new Arctic Rescue roller coaster, the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast, is now open to the public!  Named...
The Craft Creamery scoops on tap
The Craft Creamery Brings Unique Ice Cream Experience Inspired By Craft Beer Bars
On the heels of a sleek new remodel, The Craft Creamery in Point Loma has embraced a distinctive “scoops on tap” business model, drawing inspiration...
Steve Aoki 2023 World Lacrosse Men's Championship
Steve Aoki Set To Perform At Opening Of World Lacrosse Men’s Championship
The 2023 World Lacrosse Men’s Championship, presented by Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego, is set to begin in just 22 days on June 21, 2023, when...
Arcade at Brew30 At Manchester Grand Hyatt
Brew30 At Manchester Grand Hyatt Announces Arcade Pop-Up
The Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego has undergone a remarkable transformation and is thrilled to present The Arcade at Brew30, a retro coin-op arcade experience...
The 2023 Alila Marea Sessions at Alila Marea Beach Resort.
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Alila Marea Beach Resort Announces 2023 Marea Sessions Lineup
  • Alila Marea Beach Resort
Back for its second year, Alila Marea Beach Resort and legendary concert venue Belly Up present 2023 Marea Sessions, a series of intimate seaside music...
Beeside Balcony La Jolla Grand Opening Event
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Beeside Balcony La Jolla To Host Grand Opening Event
  • Beeside Balcony
Join Beeside Balcony La Jolla for their Grand Opening event, from 6-8pm on June 1st, as they unveil their newest restaurant, and get a sneak-peek...
Summer events at Mission Pacific Hotel & The Seabird Resort
Mission Pacific Hotel & The Seabird Resort Introduce A Summer To Remember In O’Side
Mission Pacific Hotel and The Seabird Resort are excited to usher in summertime with a host of new offerings, events, and a new membership option...
Upcoming Events
Sound Healing Symphony
The Sound Healing Symphony Takes Off at the Air & Space Museum
May 8, 2025
7:00 pm
  • San Diego Air & Space Museum
A different kind of symphony is taking off in San Diego—and it’s one you won’t just hear, but feel. The Sound Healing Symphony arrives at...
San Diego French Film Festival
The San Diego French Film Festival Celebrates Love Through Cinema
May 4, 2025
4:00 pm
  • THE LOT La Jolla
The San Diego French Film Festival is back for its fifth edition, bringing the best of French and francophone cinema to THE LOT La Jolla....
Animals on the Bay Day
Wild Encounters and Bayside Fun at Animals on the Bay Day
May 4, 2025
10:00 am
  • Living Coast Discovery Center
The Living Coast Discovery Center is throwing open its doors for one of the most family-friendly nature days of the year—Animals on the Bay Day—with...
Golden Makers Market
Golden Makers Market Debuts in San Diego With Two-Day Celebration of AANHPI Creativity
May 3, 2025
11:00 am
  • San Diego Made Factory
A vibrant new marketplace is popping up in San Diego—and it’s all about community, culture, and craftsmanship. Golden Guide is launching its first-ever Golden Makers...
Clairemont Garden Tour
Step Into Spring at the 2025 Clairemont Garden Tour
May 3, 2025
10:00 am
The beloved Clairemont Garden Tour returns for its 28th year, offering a self-guided showcase of a dozen stunning home gardens across Clairemont and Bay Park....