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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.
Artreach Free Community Workshops
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ArtReach Hosts Free Community Workshops With Professional Artists
ArtReach is hosting free community workshops to create greater access to arts education for youth and adults in San Diego County through their Community. Access....
Johnston's Restaurant & Bar In University Heights
Johnston’s Neighborhood Restaurant And Bar In The Heart Of University Heights
San Diego based ELE Collective (Park & Rec, former Waypoint Public) has opened doors today to Johnston’s restaurant and bar in University Heights.  Located in one of...
Know Your Sake With KANPAI Cherry Blossom Edition At JFG
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Know Your Sake With KANPAI Cherry Blossom Edition At JFG
  • Japanese Friendship Garden
Learn about the history of sake with KANPAI Cherry Blossom Edition and sample 3 exclusive brands from Sake Master, Ayaka Ito, at the 2023 Cherry...
Japanese Friendship Garden & SD Sake Club Launch The New KANPAI Sake Program
The Japanese Friendship Garden & San Diego Sake Club Launch New Sake Program
The Japanese Friendship Garden and San Diego Saké Club have collaborated to create the KANPAI Sake Program at the Japanese Friendship Garden! Members will learn...
Martell Cognac Pairing Dinner La Valencia
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Join Martell Cognac Pairing Dinner With A Panoramic View At La Valencia
  • La Valencia Hotel
Join fellow cognac enthusiasts for an extra-special Martell Cognac pairing dinner set to panoramic Pacific ocean views at La Valencia Hotel’s Mediterranean Room, on Tuesday,...
St. Paddy’s O’Beach Party Returns In Ocean Beach
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St. Paddy’s O’Beach Party Returns In Ocean Beach
  • OB Pier Parking Lot
Today, the organizers behind the legendary OB Oktoberfest, announced their beachside event, “St. Paddy’s O’Beach Party ”, is returning for its second year. To celebrate...
San Diego Shakespeare Society Performs At The San Diego Museum Of Art
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San Diego Shakespeare Society Performs At The San Diego Museum Of Art
  • San Diego Museum of Art
Join us to see San Diego Shakespeare Society actors perform romantic pieces from Shakespeare’s works such as Romeo and Juliet and Antony and Cleopatra paired...
Alternative Symphony Presents Daft Punk: Greatest Hits
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Alternative Symphony Presents An Orchestral Rendition Of Daft Punk: Greatest Hits
For one night only, Alternative Symphony is going to bring those classic Daft Punk songs to life with the use of an orchestra in San...
Bivouac Black History Month cider pairing
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Bivouac Ciderworks Celebrates Black History Month With Live Music & Food For The Soul
  • Bivouac Ciderworks
Bivouac Ciderworks is partnering with the NAACP North San Diego County branch to celebrate Black History Month through live music and soul food + cider...
Stefanie Bales Fine Art Celebrates 5 Years
Meet San Diego Artist, Entrepreneur, and Mom Stefanie Bales
We were recently fortunate to get a few minutes with one of our favorite San Diegans, artist Stefanie Bales, who is seemingly constantly on the...
Barks & Brews 2023 Waterfront Park
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Relax And Have Fun With Your Pup At Barks & Brews 2023!
  • Waterfront Park
Calling all dog & beer lovers! Join us on Saturday, March 18th, for Barks & Brews Fest and help us raise money for The Barking...
The Luck O' Loma St. Patrick's Block Party Returns To Point Loma
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The Luck O’ Loma St. Patrick’s Block Party Returns To Point Loma!
  • Goodbar
Luck O’ Loma returns for the 3rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Point Loma Block Party! Get ready for green beer, cocktails & festive foods +...
AFRODISIACA, A Pop-up Culinary Experience by Cucina Migrante
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Indulge All Your Senses In An Italian Pop-Up Dinner Experience With AFRODISIACA
Cucina Migrante brings you AFRODISIACA, a sensual, Italian, pop-up culinary experience to indulge all your senses! A fun collaboration of charming chefs inspires a perfect...
BARRE + Bay Wreath Leads A Full Body Workout At Guild Hotel
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Join BARRE + Bay Wreath For A Full Body Workout At The Guild Hotel
  • The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Join San Diego-born barre studio and lifestyle brand, BARRE + Bay Wreath, at The Guild Hotel on Sunday, February 12, for a 60-minute restorative full...
Led Anniversary Gallagher Square DeadMau5
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LED Anniversary Is Coming Back For A 2-Night Party
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
LED Anniversary is now making a triumphant return for the TENTH installment at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park! You’ll hear 12 acts over two...
San Diego Padres FanFest at Petco Park
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San Diego Padres FanFest Bigger And Better For 2023
  • PETCO Park
The 2023 San Diego Padres FanFest, presented by Motorola, takes place Saturday, February 4th. Padres Members receive early entry at 8AM. This year’s event will...
Ring In The Mardi Gras Fun At Fifth & Rose
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Ring In The Mardi Gras Fun At Fifth & Rose
  • Fifth & Rose
Let the good times roll and celebrate Mardi Gras on February 21, San Diego style at Fifth & Rose with a special menu of New...
Emo Night Is Stopping By San Diego At The Casbah
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Emo Nite Is Coming To The Casbah
  • The Casbah – San Diego
Emo Nite is coming back to San Diego at The Casbah! Cap off your Friday nite with this fun, iconic party as you sing and...
Cali Breakfast Cali by Night
Cali Breakfast Launches Cali By Night Speakeasy-Style Experience
Downtown San Diego’s newly opened Cali Breakfast, which is quickly becoming a favorite spot to start the day, has just launched Cali By Night, inviting...
Bivouac Ciderworks & REVOLT WINE Co. Women’s History Month
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Women-Powered Bivouac Ciderworks And REVOLT WINE Co. Honor Women’s History Month With Hard Cider Collaboration
Ahead of Women’s History Month (in March) Bivouac Ciderworks is joining forces with a fellow locally-based, women-owned beverage brand, REVOLT WINE Co., on a special...
Bloom From Within with Maya Moon Collective
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Honor Self-Love This Valentine’s Day Weekend With “Bloom From Within”
  • Maya Moon Collective
Three local Latina-owned brands are joining forces to embrace self-love in honor of Valentine’s Day weekend by hosting a wellness event, Bloom From Within, on...
George's At The Cove La Jolla Introduced New Winter Menu
George’s At The Cove La Jolla Introduce New Winter Menu
George’s at the Cove, the La Jolla landmark restaurant with unbeatable views of The Cove, which will celebrate its 40th anniversary next year, has introduced...
NOVA Named Official Hard Kombucha Of San Diego Wave FC
NOVA Named Official Hard Kombucha Of San Diego Wave Futbol Club
NOVA has been named the Official Hard Kombucha of the San Diego Wave Fútbol Club. The multi-year partnership includes a limited-edition “Wave FC Kombucha” that...
Crawfish Boil Ranch 45
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Enjoy A Taste Of Mardi Gras At Ranch 45’s Fat Tuesday Crawfish Boil
  • Ranch 45
Enjoy the festivity and comradery of a traditional southern Crawfish Boil, minus the plane ticket and humidity, at local butchery and eatery, Ranch 45. In...
Upcoming Events
Celebrate Love in Style, San Diego
February 14, 2025
7:30 pm
  • Jacobs Music Center
Let romance take center stage this Valentine’s Day at Jacobs Music Center, where renowned music director and pianist Rob Fisher will lead a special evening...
Robert Xavier Burden
Robert Xavier Burden Unveils The Alien Painting at Oceanside Museum of Art
February 14, 2025
5:00 pm
  • Oceanside Museum of Art
After two years in the making, The Alien Painting at Oceanside Museum of Art is finally complete! Renowned artist Robert Xavier Burden returns to OMA...
ski culture
Après Ski by the Sea: Junior League of San Diego’s Winter Fundraiser Hits the Beach
February 8, 2025
7:30 pm
The Après Ski by the Sea Auction & Paddle Raise is bringing ski culture to the coast for a one-night-only winter-inspired celebration at Belmont Park’s...
celebration of Black culture and history
Frontwave Arena Hosts NBA G League San Diego Clippers Black History Night
February 8, 2025
7:00 pm
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as Frontwave Arena presents the inaugural NBA G League San Diego Clippers Black History Night! This special event blends...
Slater’s 50/50 15th Anniversary Celebration
Slater’s 50/50 15th Anniversary Celebration Brings a Burger Showdown to Liberty Station
February 8, 2025
2:00 pm
The Slater’s 50/50 15th Anniversary Celebration is serving up the ultimate block party, packed with epic burger battles, live entertainment, and all the indulgent flavors...