The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of August 17, 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.

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San Diego Museum of Art is Celebrating 100 Years With its Most Ambitious Exhibition Yet

One hundred years in, and the San Diego Museum of Art is putting it all on the table. Forging a Legacy: 15 Years of Landmark...

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Verbatim Books is Taking Reading Outside – and it’s Free

One of North Park’s favorite community traditions is back for its third year, and it’s exactly the kind of evening San Diego was made for....

Tracy Borkum and Tim Kolanko of Urban Kitchen Group

Urban Kitchen Group is Bringing a New Restaurant to Bankers Hill

Tracy Borkum and chef-partner Tim Kolanko of Urban Kitchen Group are bringing a new all-day restaurant concept to Bankers Hill. The approximately 5,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor space...

Crowds enjoying the Scoop San Diego Ice Cream Festival in North Park

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Discover 30+ Local Ice Cream Makers at North Park’s Scoop San Diego

The 8th Annual Scoop San Diego Ice Cream Festival returns to North Park for an afternoon of frozen treats, community, and a genuinely good cause....

See What East Village Has in Store for This Summer

East Village is Having a Moment This Summer and Here’s Where to Be

East Village has always had good energy, but this summer the neighborhood’s best venues are bringing their A-game with a lineup of recurring events, themed...

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EXPO Design Market Returns to MCASD With a Full Weekend of Art, Design, and Music

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Discover innovative ideas at the EXPO Design Market MCASD while enjoying special discounts on gallery admission all weekend.

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar is Opening in Mission Valley – and it Comes With Robots

Discover Kura Revolving Sushi Bar's second location in San Diego! Join us for the grand opening and enjoy the revolving sushi experience.

Candy Land is Becoming a Real Café – and it’s Opening in San Diego

Bucket Listers and Hasbro are turning the classic board game into a full-blown dining experience, and San Diego is where it’s making its world debut....

Rooftop Cinema Club has the Perfect Lineup to Kick Off Summer

Little Italy’s rooftop movie experience atop the Porto Vista Hotel is heading into one of its biggest stretches of the year. From Memorial Day Weekend...

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Tequila, Tacos, and Palm Trees: Agave Fest Returns to La Jolla

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

When we need a reason to celebrate the end of June, Estancia La Jolla delivers. Agave Fest’s fifth year means three hours of unlimited premium...

Paul Simon Concert: A Quiet Celebration Tour

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Paul Simon’s Quiet Celebration Tour Stops at The Rady Shell

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Paul Simon is bringing his “A Quiet Celebration Tour” to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park this summer. After a strong US run last year,...

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Meet the Founders Behind Fierce & Kind: The Human Spirit

Seven Grand San Diego

Some spirits brands are just about the drink. Fierce & Kind is trying to do something a little different. Founded by Basem Harb and Cyndi...

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Verbatim Books is Bringing a Mini Book Fair to North Park

North Park

Verbatim Books has been quietly building something great with the North Park Community Fair – a monthly gathering on the first Saturday of every month...

Festival Atmosphere at the Field of Dreamz Festival in Petco Park

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Get Ready for the Inaugural Field of Dreamz Festival at Petco Park

Petco Park – Padres Stadium

San Diego’s own Slightly Stoopid is bringing their inaugural Field of Dreamz Festival to Petco Park, and the lineup they’ve put together for their hometown...

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The Coast of PB Restaurant Walk is Back and You Should Be There

Pacific Beach

Discover Pacific Beach is bringing back one of the neighborhood’s favorite foodie events – the Coast of PB Restaurant Walk. Restaurants and shops along Garnet...

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San Diego’s Most Secretive Dinner Series is Back for Season 7

Secret Location

The Blank Table doesn’t do things the conventional way. There’s no fixed address on the invite, no menu posted in advance, and no way to...

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Free Yoga at The Rady Shell: A Stunning Bayside Way to Start Your Saturday

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

If you’re looking for a reason to get outside and move your body, this one’s hard to beat. Fit Athletic is bringing a free, all-levels...

Ponyboy is Turning This Summer Into One Long Pool Party

Ponyboy is making a serious case for being the spot of the summer. The Summer Splash series runs from May all the way through early...

Enjoy Belmont Park Events and Attractions This Month

Belmont Park has a Packed End-of-Month Lineup in Mission Beach

From a live butterfly exhibit to a kids’ entrepreneur market and a full week dedicated to honoring first responders, Belmont Park is closing out May...

Pendry San Diego’s New Floating Sound Baths

Pendry San Diego has added a new wellness experience to its spring and summer programming. The Floating Sound Bath is a 60-minute immersive experience led...

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Arts District Liberty Station’s Summer Arts Festival is Back and It’s Free

North Promenade

If you’re looking for a way to kick off summer in San Diego, this is a pretty good one. The Summer Arts Festival returns to...

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Keep Opening Day Going at Del Mar’s Official After Pony Party

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

Opening Day at Del Mar is one of San Diego’s great summer traditions – the hats, the energy, the whole scene. And if you want...

An Exciting Opening Night at the Sawdust Art Festival

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Celebrate 60 Years of Creativity at the Sawdust Art Festival This Summer

One of Southern California’s most enduring creative traditions is marking a major milestone this summer. The Sawdust Art Festival turns 60 in 2026, and if...

Memorial Day Specials Around San Diego

Memorial Day is just around the corner, and many San Diego businesses will be offering great specials! Honor the occasion with friends by taking advantage...

Ride, Run, or Walk for Cancer Research at the Curebound Cancer Challenge

August 1, 2026

5:30 am

San Diego comes together for a lot of great events, but this one carries a different kind of weight. The Curebound Cancer Challenge – formerly...

La Jolla

The Music of John Williams With The San Diego Symphony Orchestra

Hear the Music That Made Movies Legendary at the Rady Shell

July 31, 2026

7:30 pm

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Uncover the magic of The Music of John Williams as we revisit the unforgettable themes that defined classic film moments.

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Discover Original Art From 15+ Women Artists at Guest List Volume 001

July 30, 2026

7:00 pm

Guest List Volume 001 is turning Good Night John Boy into a contemporary gallery for one night only, showcasing original work from 15+ women artists...

Gaslamp Quarter

Catch the Soul of Santana at Spreckels Organ Pavilion

July 29, 2026

6:30 pm

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

Feel the groove of Carlos Santana at the Santanaways Spreckels Organ Pavilion, an outdoor venue that enhances live music experiences.

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Pull Up for Backgammon and Chess at BAC Club’s Night at Sonny’s Pizza

July 28, 2026

6:00 pm

BAC Club is back, and this is a great excuse to finally show up. The beloved board game meetup returns to Sonny’s Pizza for an...

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