The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of July 20, 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.

The Best Brunch in San Diego Right Now (2026 Guide)

San Diego takes brunch personally. Maybe it’s the weather – when every weekend feels like it was designed for sitting outside with a plate of...

Back Your Crew: San Diego’s First Responder Blood Drive Has a Leaderboard

If there’s ever a good time to roll up your sleeve, it’s this one. The USPFC and the San Diego Blood Bank have joined forces...

Where to Celebrate Mom This Mother’s Day in San Diego

Dine Out To Go Mom’s Day Adventures Where Mom Gets Me-Time Presents For Mom Hey! Use the pink navigation above to jump right to a...

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San Diego Wine Country is 30 Minutes Away and This Dinner is Your Reason to Go

Most San Diegans would be surprised to learn there are over 100 wineries tucked into the hills of San Diego County. This dinner is a...

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La Jolla Symphony and Chorus is Bringing a Truly Unique Concert Experience to UC San Diego

Mandeville Auditorium, UC San Diego

If you’re looking for a live music experience that goes well beyond the ordinary, this one is worth putting on your radar. La Jolla Symphony...

The Heritage Steakhouse Michael and Clifford Grant

A Five-Star Steakhouse is Coming to East County

East County is about to have a proper destination steakhouse. The Heritage Steakhouse is bringing a classic American steakhouse experience. It’s the kind you’d expect...

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Taste of Cardiff is Back With Sips, Bites, and Live Music Along the 101

Cardiff By The Sea

The tastiest time of the year in Cardiff-by-the-Sea is almost here. The 16th Annual Taste of Cardiff is bringing the community together for an evening...

Moonshine Beach is Turning 10 and the Party Lasts All Weekend

Pacific Beach’s most well-known night out just hit a big milestone. Moonshine Beach – the bar and live music venue built around line dancing, great...

SeaWorld San Diego Set to Open One of the West Coast’s Most Immersive Shark Exhibits

If you’ve ever wanted to stand inside a glass tunnel while sharks glide overhead, your moment is coming. SeaWorld San Diego’s completely reimagined Shark Encounter...

8 Places to Find the Best Bagels in San Diego

Oh, the perfect bagel – pillowy and soft with a thick spread of cream cheese… San Diego’s bagel scene has officially arrived. At BagelFest West...

You Could Win a VIP Experience to See P!NK in San Diego at the Curebound Concert

San Diego-based cancer research accelerator Curebound is giving music fans a chance to win something pretty extraordinary. Through a Fandiem sweepstakes, one lucky winner and...

Cinco De Mayo Specials Around San Diego

Get ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style with specials from your favorite restaurants and bars across San Diego! Puesto Cinco falling on a...

Little Italy's India Street during Mission Fed Art Walk Little Italy

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Mission Fed ArtWalk Returns to Little Italy for a Free Weekend of Fine Art and Live Music

Little Italy

One of San Diego’s most beloved spring traditions is back for its 42nd year, and it’s as good a reason as any to spend a...

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The Coronado Art and Wine Festival is the Perfect Excuse to Spend a Weekend on the Island

Coronado has always been one of those places that feels a little like its own world – polished, sun-drenched, and just far enough across the...

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Culinary Dropout Del Mar is Throwing a Birthday Bash and the Whole Community is Invited

One year in, and Culinary Dropout Del Mar has well and truly made its mark on the neighborhood. To celebrate, the restaurant is throwing a...

Verise Brings Serious Italian Credentials to Carlsbad

A new restaurant has landed in Carlsbad, and it’s one worth making the drive for. Verise, a modern Italian restaurant created by a MICHELIN-trained chef,...

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The Catalina Wine Mixer is Back for its Biggest Year Yet

If you’ve ever wanted to spend a weekend on a stunning island with great wine, live music, and a serious good-time vibe, this is it....

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Support Junior League of San Diego’s Party for a Purpose

San Diego Air & Space Museum

San Diego’s philanthropic social calendar has a highlight this spring, and it’s a good one. The Junior League of San Diego is hosting its annual...

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San Diego’s Coming Together for Foster Youth at This Free Liberty Station Festival

May is Foster Care Awareness Month, and Just in Time for Foster Youth (JIT) is marking it with something worth showing up for. Liberty Station’s...

San Diego’s Frequent Coffee Just Made History With a Record-Breaking Decaf Score

Decaf doesn’t get nearly enough respect – but that might be about to change. San Diego-based specialty coffee brand Frequent Coffee has just earned a...

Tacos at Nomada For The Cinco De Mayo Celebration

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Nómada in Carlsbad is Throwing a Full-On Fiesta for Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo landing on a Tuesday this year is basically a sign, and Nómada in Carlsbad is running with it. The North County restaurant...

Lisa Amador of Amador matchmaking With Clients

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The Art of Attraction: An Evening With Matchmaker Lisa Amador Comes to La Jolla

If modern dating has left you feeling frustrated, burned out, or just plain confused, this one’s worth showing up for. Amador Matchmaking is partnering with...

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San Diego Opera’s Opera Ball for All Brings a Noche Sevillana to La Jolla

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

San Diego Opera’s biggest fundraiser of the year is back, and this time it’s bringing the spirit of Spain to one of La Jolla’s most...

Dining Out For Life San Diego Turns 20 – One Meal Can Make a Real Difference

There are plenty of good reasons to eat out on any given day. But once a year, dining out means something a little more –...

Heritage Fire Brings San Diego’s Best Chefs to Ingram Plaza

June 28, 2026

3:30 pm

Ingram Plaza

There’s something about live-fire cooking that just hits different – the crackle, the smoke, the smell of something incredible coming off the grill. Heritage Fire...

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Catch the Beach Boys Live at the Rady Shell – With the Full San Diego Symphony

June 27, 2026

7:30 pm

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Experience the magic of The Beach Boys at The Rady Shell concert with the San Diego Symphony for a perfect summer night.

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Chicago House Royalty Lee Foss is Heading to Quartyard

June 27, 2026

4:00 pm

Quartyard

Get ready for FNGRS CRSSD with Lee Foss, where classic house meets techno for an electrifying night under the stars.

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Insomniac's Into the Horizon Festival crowd at Waterfront Park San Diego

Lose Yourself in Two Days of EDM at the Horizon Festival

June 27, 2026

3:00 pm

Waterfront Park

Insomniac’s Into the Horizon Festival is coming to Waterfront Park in Downtown San Diego for a two-day electronic music event on the city’s most iconic...

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Love is a Drag Bombshells and Brunch Pride event at Pacific Beach AleHouse Beer Garden

Celebrate Pride at Love is a Drag: Bombshells & Brunch at Pacific Beach AleHouse

June 27, 2026

12:00 pm

Pacific Beach AleHouse is bringing the heat for Pride with Love is a Drag: Bombshells & Brunch – a Love Island-inspired drag brunch taking over...

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