The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of October 26, 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.

Longball On The Ball For Summer Of Twenty Twenty-Tea

San Diego’s ReBru Spirits Introduces Longball Hard Tea In Time For Summer

Summer is coming, which means warm sunny days (it’s about time!) and cold drinks in hand! Innovative San Diego distiller ReBru Spirits is ready to...

City Tacos Ocean Beach playground will be a community hub

City Tacos To Open 10,000-Square-Foot OB Playground Concept In Ocean Beach In July

City Tacos is scheduled to open a 10,000-square-foot concept called OB Playground in Ocean Beach in July that looks cool! It will be the seventh...

Padres Season Specials at LAVO Italian Restaurant San Diego

LAVO Launches Padres Season Specials

With Padres season now in full swing (had to do it), LAVO Italian Restaurant in Gaslamp wants to be your destination for the perfect pre or...

Young Blood Named As One Of The Best Bars In North America By 50 Best Bars

Young Blood, East Village’s speakeasy within a speakeasy, has been awarded with the prestigious recognition as one of the 50 Best Bars in North America...

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Family Yoga Series Kicks Off At One Paseo

One Paseo

Join One Paseo as they host free 45-minute family yoga classes in their beautiful outdoor setting on the lawn behind Harland Brewing. Led by experienced...

Art, Music & Dance at Arts District Liberty Station this May

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Art, Music & Dance Take Flight At ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station This May

Arts District Liberty Station
Liberty Station

Experience a vibrant celebration of creativity this May at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. Join us for an exciting lineup of art, music, and dance events...

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NOFX Final Tour Stops By San Diego, May 13th

Waterfront Park

NOFX is embarking on its final tour this spring, a 40-city run and one of the first is San Diego. NOFX will perform 40 songs...

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Oddish Wine, San Diego’s Newest Urban Winery, Sets Grand Opening

Oddish Wine, San Diego’s newest urban winery, has opened its tasting room doors and is releasing an impressive lineup of creative wines and adventurous beverages...

Pickleball Lands At Westfield UTC!

Just in time for summer, Pickleball, America’s fastest growing sport, has found its newest home court at San Diego’s premier lifestyle destination, Westfield UTC. All...

Springtime Events To Enjoy This Month At WNDR Museum

Spring has sprung at WNDR Museum, San Diego’s premier immersive museum experience. This month, the museum’s springtime events welcome the return of several fan favorites...

Ranch 45 National Burger Day Competition Is On!

Ranch 45’s 4th Annual National Burger Day Competition Is Hot And Is On!

Ranch 45, the Solana Beach eatery and butcher shop, is hosting its 4th Annual National Burger Day Competition with festivities kicking off on Wednesday, May...

Military Appreciation Month at Seaworld San Diego

SeaWorld Honors Military Appreciation Month Through Annual Waves Of Honor Program

SeaWorld will honor Military Appreciation Month with free one-day admission for U.S. military veterans and up to three guests to its SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San...

The Cottage La Jolla Pop-Up Dinner Series

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The Cottage La Jolla To Host Pop-Up Dinner Supporting AAPI Heritage Month On May 19th

The Cottage La Jolla

Welcoming its loyal following of neighborhood regulars and foodies far-and-wide, The Cottage La Jolla is set to host a pop-up dinner event on Friday, May...

Connie Jenkins Intertidal exhibit on display at Oceanside Museum of Art

Climate Change & Human Impact On Our Coastline Explored Through Art At Oceanside Museum Of Art

Even though Earth Day has passed, the need to take care of our planet and environment remains as important now as ever. A look at...

The Kentucky Derby Party at Monarch Ocean Pub

Kentucky Derby Parties and Specials Around San Diego

It’s a busy weekend! As if Cinco de Mayo isn’t enough of a party, it’s also time to gear up and celebrate at the Kentucky...

Pupapalooza Dog Festival by Second Chance Beer

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Second Chance Beer Company + Puppy Picnic Co. To Host Pupapalooza Dog Festival

Second Chance Beer Co. Brewery

Second Chance Beer Company, the award-winning “Seize a Pint, Save a Pup” brewery in Carmel Mountain, will host the 3rd-Annual Pupapalooza Dog Festival along with...

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Same Same To Host LGBTQ+ Night Saturday, May 6th

ROGUE: Evening of Escapism is an LGBTQ+ fellowship experience celebrating queerness and freedom of expression — featuring past and present pop mixes, house mixes, hip-hop,...

Cardiff Farmers Market Hosts Surfboard Swap

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Cardiff Farmers Market Hosts Monthly Surfboard Swap

Looking for a new board or wanting to get rid of one (or more)? This is the perfect opportunity to do either, while also getting...

Lumi By Akira Back Launches New Rooftop Lunch Menu

Lumi by Akira Back is bringing back its day-time dining experience with the launch of its new lunch menu, just in time for the summer...

Kentucky Derby Mint Julep at Fifth & Rose

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Catch The Kentucky Derby At Fifth & Rose With The Best Mint Julep In The City

Fifth & Rose

Mint Juleps for everyone! Come take in the Kentucky Derby classic on May 6 at Gaslamp quarter’s central and elegant cocktail bar, Fifth & Rose,...

Trino’s World Exhibition at Comic-Con Museum

“Trino’s World” Exhibition, Celebrating the Work Of Mexican Cartoonist, Is Now Open At Comic-Con Museum

Comic-Con Museum and the Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego has opened “Trino’s World” (El Mundo de Trino), an exhibition dedicated to one of...

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Marisi Invites Guests To An Exclusive Tasting Featuring Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon

Marisi, the Italian restaurant favorite in La Jolla, is hosting its second dinner in its dinner series, and this one is a rare opportunity for...

Mavericks Beach Club Orangetheory Sweat and Sip Workout

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Mavericks Beach Club Hosts Outdoor Orangetheory “Sweat and Sip” Workout

Mavericks Beach Club

Mavericks Beach Club will turn their lot into an outdoor workout class to host a Sweat and Sip Workout Event. The Head Coach, Kylie of...

RakiRaki Ramen Establishes First North County Location

RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen, San Diego’s award-winning ramen spot, is excited to announce the opening of its new location in Rancho Penasquitos. The doors opened...

Midway Marauders Racing Car Show Hosts Fundraiser at Bay City

May 10, 2025

12:00 pm

Bay City Brewing Co.

Hot rods, cold beers, and revved-up vibes—Midway Marauders Racing is rolling into Bay City Brewing for their second annual Racing Car Show. Hosted at Bay...

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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...

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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....

La Jolla

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...

Chula Vista

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...

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