The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of September 28, 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.
Elf On The Twelfth Made Inaugural Debut At Mister A's
Elf On The Twelfth Makes Inaugural Debut At Mister A’s
Mister A’s Elf on the Twelfth has officially made its inaugural debut. Along with the decked halls, the newly renovated Mister A’s is offering a bit...
Second Chance Beer Company Hosts Pawliday Market
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Second Chance Beer Company Hosts Pawliday Market
  • Second Chance Beer Co. Brewery
Second Chance Beer Company, the “Seize a Pint, Save a Pup” brewery in Carmel Mountain, is hosting its Pawliday Market on Sunday, December 4. The dog-friendly...
Wormwood's 1st anniversary celebrates With 8-Course Tasting Menu
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Wormwood Celebrates 1 Year With 8-Course Tasting Menu
  • Wormwood
San Diego’s award-winning absinthe bar and bistro, Wormwood, celebrates its 1st anniversary this week with an eight course, prix fixe tasting menu available for only...
Ironside Fish & Oyster Executive Chef Danielle Van Steen
Meet Ironside’s New Executive Chef, Danielle Van Steen
CH Project’s maritime-themed Little Italy restaurant, Ironside Fish & Oyster – always on our list of the best restaurants in San Diego – has welcomed...
Annual OB Holiday Parade Is Back For Its 43rd Year
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Annual OB Holiday Parade Is Back For Its 43rd Year
  • Ocean Beach
This Saturday, December 3rd, Newport Avenue will be lined with colorful OBceans and visitors all eagerly awaiting the commencement of the 43rd Annual OB Holiday...
Landon Donovan Elected To National Soccer Hall Of Fame
Landon Donovan Elected To National Soccer Hall Of Fame
Congrats to San Diego Loyal SC Manager and Executive Vice President of Soccer Operations Landon Donovan, who has been elected to the National Soccer Hall...
Carnitas Snack Shack Hosts First Holiday Market At The Shack
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Join A Free Family-Friendly Event At The First Holiday Market At The Shack
Join Carnitas Snack Shack for their FIRST Holiday Market at the Shack! Enjoy shopping around and checking out amazing local vendors and makers of San...
Talk All Things Cider At Bivouac's Cider With Friends Tap Takeover
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Talk All Things Cider At Bivouac’s Cider With Friends Tap Takeover
  • Bivouac Ciderworks
Join Bivouac Ciderworks for Cider with Friends to talk all things cider. Meet cider makers, learn about the cider-making process, and taste some of San...
Emily In Paris experience at French Bakery, Le Parfait Paris!
Live Out Your Emily In Paris Dreams At Le Parfait Paris!
Unable to book a trip to Paris before season three of Emily in Paris airs this December? Ditch the passport and head over to San...
Carlsbad Resorts’ Holiday Nights And Gingerbread Academy Winter Celebrations
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Celebrate The Magic Of The Season At Carlsbad Resorts’ Holiday Nights And Gingerbread Academy
  • Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa
  • The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa
Celebrate the jolliest time of the year at The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa and adjacent Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. The sister Carlsbad resorts...
Coco Maya Celebrates Mardi Gras With Its Very Own Carnival
Coco Maya Kicks Off 2023 With A New Moon Coco Glow Party
Since its opening, Little Italy’s Coco Maya has included live dancers, fire performances, and some out-of-this-world costumes to create so many memorable nights out on...
Inglourious Bagels Carlsbad Celebrates Grand Opening
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Inglourious Bagels, A New York style Bagel Shop, Opens In Carlsbad
  • Inglourious Bagels
Inglourious Bagels, serving up traditional New York style bagels and schmears with bravado, will celebrate grand opening this Saturday! View this post on Instagram A...
Italian Singer, Antonella Calabrese, Kicks Off Civico 1845's Music Series
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Former The Voice Of Italy Contestant Featured In Weekly Performances In Little Italy
  • Civico 1845
The authentic Calabrian offerings at Little Italy hotspot Civico 1845 now include live music and Italian singer, Antonella Calabrese, is going to perform. Starting this...
Novo Brewing Imperial Beach Location Now Open
NOVO Brazil Brewing Company Opens Fourth Location In Imperial Beach
Novo Brazil Brewing Company on Friday held the grand opening of its Imperial Beach location at 535 Florence Street. The restaurant and nano brewery sits...
Foundation For Women Warriors Seeks Community Support For Holiday Drive For Veteran Families
Foundation For Women Warriors Seeks Community Support For Holiday Drive For Veteran Families
As we near the holiday season, Foundation for Women Warriors is calling on the San Diego community to help them support local veteran families through...
Polite Provisions Welcomes Back Miracle On 30th Street
Miracle On 30th Street Christmas Pop-Up Bar Returns To Polite Provisions
It’s the best time of the year for cocktail lovers! On November 21st, Polite Provisions welcomed back the return of Miracle on 30th Street, seemingly...
The Mighty Bin Hosts Small Business Saturday
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Shop Small And Sustainable At The Mighty Bin This Small Business Saturday!
  • The Mighty Bin
‘Tis the season for Small Business Saturday, and The Mighty Bin is hosting their very own Small Business Saturday event! Join us the Saturday after...
Support Local Businesses At Green Friday Holiday Market
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Support Local And Sustainable Businesses At Green Friday Holiday Market
  • Pure Project Brewing
Instead of shopping online or the large box stores, come shop at the Green Friday Holiday Market and choose to support local businesses that put...
Ice Skating At Coronado Island Is Back For The Holidays!
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Ice Skating At Coronado Island Is Back For The Holidays!
  • Hotel Del Coronado
Ice skating on the beach seems so unnatural that it must be magical – which is exactly the point! If you haven’t experienced the magic...
The Cottage Restaurant Marks 30 Years By Giving Back To Its Community
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The Cottage Restaurant Marks 30 Years By Giving Back To Its Community
  • The Cottage Encinitas
  • The Cottage La Jolla
Serving locals and visitors alike since 1992, The Cottage restaurant has become a fixture of La Jolla Village by virtue of tradition, charm, and community. The...
Internationally Acclaimed ‘Lightscape’ Now At San Diego Botanic Garden For The Holidays
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Internationally Acclaimed ‘Lightscape’ Now At San Diego Botanic Garden For The Holidays
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
Lightscape transforms the 37-acre San Diego Botanic Garden from November 18 through January 1, and the experience is breathtaking! The enchanting, after-dark, illuminated trail spans...
San Diego Loyal Free World Cup Watch Party At The Rady Shell At Jacobs Park
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Hey, Soccer Fans! Come Join The Free World Cup Watch Party At The Rady Shell At Jacobs Park
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
San Diego Loyal SC, in partnership with the San Diego Symphony, is bringing the spirit of soccer to San Diego with a free World Cup...
Barleymash Hosts Holiday Canned Food Drive
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Barleymash Hosts Holiday Canned Food Drive
  • Barleymash
The Gaslamp’s favorite hotspot, barleymash, is hosting a holiday canned food drive, and they’re inviting anyone and everyone to participate! The restaurant and bar will...
Prep The Pups As The Animal Pad Brings Back Annual Ugly Sweater Holiday Pawty
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Prep The Pups As The Animal Pad Brings Back Annual Ugly Sweater Holiday Pawty
  • Lot 8
The Animal Pad is excited to bring back their 2nd Annual Ugly Sweater Holiday Pawty on Saturday, December 10 at Lot 8. The spectacular event,...
Upcoming Events
San Diego Thanksgiving Family Cruise
A Mission Bay Thanksgiving Adventure
November 28, 2024
3:00 pm
  • Bahia Resort Hotel
The San Diego Thanksgiving Family Cruise is shaking up holiday traditions with a splash of nautical fun! Swap the usual Thanksgiving tradition for an unforgettable...
most iconic divas jazz concert at Jacobs Music Center
A Night of Jazz Royalty Hits the Jacobs Music Center
November 23, 2024
7:30 pm
  • Jacobs Music Center
Three of the most iconic divas in jazz history—Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, and Sarah Vaughan—are getting a spectacular tribute at the first jazz concert in...
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Free On the Steps at SDMA Festival Celebrates Islamic Artistry
November 23, 2024
1:00 pm
On the Steps at SDMA is about to transform the museum into the coolest celebration of the Wonders of Creation exhibition. We’re talking mind-blowing music,...
PST ART Regional Weekend workshops
Ocean Vibes and Artistic Magic Collide at OMA
November 23, 2024
12:00 pm
  • Oceanside Museum of Art
The Oceanside Museum of Art is hosting two incredible PST ART Regional Weekend workshops! Led by the amazing Transformative Currents artists, these sessions promise to...
Pangaea Outpost 20th Anniversary
Our Favorite PB Marketplace is Having an Epic Birthday Bash!
November 23, 2024
11:00 am
Pangaea Outpost is about to celebrate its 20th anniversary, and Pacific Beach small businesses are throwing the party of the year! This treasure trove of...