The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of June 15, 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.
Wheel of Fortune LIVE! North America Tour Stops By San Diego
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Wheel of Fortune LIVE! North America Tour Stops By San Diego
  • Harrah’s Resort SoCal
Wheel of Fortune LIVE!, an all-new theatrical experience, is going on tour across North America. The all-new live stage show is the one-and-only way fans...
Red Hot Chili Peppers 2022 World Tour Takes Over Petco Park
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Red Hot Chili Peppers 2022 World Tour Takes Over Petco Park
  • PETCO Park
The Red Hot Chili Peppers take over Petco Park on July 27th! They’ll be performing with Haim + Thundercat as part of the band’s 2022...
Dirty Birds Bar And Grill Hosts PMP Warrior Golf Tournament
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Dirty Birds Bar And Grill Hosts PMP Warrior Golf Tournament
  • Cottonwood Golf Course
This July, Dirty Birds Sauces (from the owners of Dirty Birds Bar and Grill) invites San Diegans to join their PMP Warrior Golf Tournament for...
Giardino Brings Fresh Burrata Making To Your Table
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Giardino Brings Fresh Burrata Making To Your Table
  • Giardino
The Lemon Grove restaurant was all a buzz for their Spring mozzarella experience, so they are bringing A Mano Cheese back for another evening of...
City Tacos Founder, Gerry Torres, Becomes U.S. Citizen
City Tacos Founder, Gerry Torres, Becomes U.S. Citizen
Congrats to City Tacos founder, Gerry Torres, who recently became a United States citizen in a ceremony held at the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services...
The Library Shop’s Popular ‘Where’s Waldo’ Scavenger Hunt Returns To In-Person And Gets ODIfied
The Library Shop’s Popular ‘Where’s Waldo’ Scavenger Hunt Returns To In-Person And Gets ODIfied
The Library Shop’s most popular program is back for the first time since 2019 – with a twist. This year, instead of Waldo, the San...
San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Hosts “Summer Serenade” Concerts
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San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Hosts “Summer Serenade” Concerts
  • San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum
San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum is hosting two evenings of family fun as part of the Summer Serenade concerts on Saturday, July 9 and Saturday,...
6th Annual Inclusive Leadership In Action Awards
San Diegans Invited To Nominate Local Leaders And Changemakers For 6th Annual Inclusive Leadership In Action Awards
From June 27 to July 29, RISE San Diego invites local community members to nominate leaders, changemakers and organizations for its 6th Annual Inclusive Leadership...
Enjoy Movies Under The Stars At The Annual Little Italy Summer Film Festival 
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Enjoy Movies Under The Stars At The Annual Little Italy Summer Film Festival 
  • Amici Park
Come enjoy a movie under the stars every Saturday night of the summer at the annual Little Italy Summer Film Festival!  The Little Italy Summer Film...
Seaworld San Diego
The Big List Of Things To Do In San Diego This 4th Of July Weekend | June 30 – July 3
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Common (@common) Top Concerts In San Diego This 4th Of July Weekend Lots of amazing DJs...
Top Concerts In San Diego This 4th Of July Weekend | June 30 - July 04
Top Concerts In San Diego This 4th Of July Weekend | June 30 – July 04
Lots of amazing DJs gracing our top concerts in San Diego this 4th of July weekend…plus, Jason Mraz, Common, and several others! Have a wonderful...
New Brunch Spot, Madi, Opening In Normal Heights
New Brunch Spot, Madi, Opening In Normal Heights
Meet Madi. Fresh-faced and vibrant, yet cool and sophisticated, Madi, is the little sister restaurant to Madison on Park. Located in San Diego’s Normal Heights...
Nick Canon Kicked Off Karaoke Night At Wild ‘N Out
Nick Cannon Kicked Off Karaoke Night At Wild ‘N Out Sports Bar And Arcade
San Diego native and multi-faceted entertainer, Nick Cannon, kicked off the new karaoke night at Wild ‘N Out Sports Bar and Arcade, which is happening...
Hop Aboard An All-American Wine Flight And Discover Your Favorite Bottles For July 4th
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Hop Aboard An All-American Wine Flight And Discover Your Favorite Bottles For July 4th
  • Vino Carta
On Sunday, July 3rd, stop by Vino Carta, your neighborhood wine shop and bar to sip on the All-American Wine Flight. From the iconic grounds...
Summer Cantina Debuts At Fairmont Grand Del Mar
The Grand Del Mar Debuts Summer Cantina Featuring Tacos By LOLA 55 & A Gelato Paradiso Pop-Up
This summer, Fairmont Grand Del Mar debuts the Summer Cantina, a new poolside dining experience in partnership with local eateries, LOLA 55 and Gelato Paradiso....
Artreach Mural Program Dedication and Ribbon Cutting
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ArtReach Mural Program, St. Paul’s, & The Museum School Celebrates Dedication And Ribbon Cutting
  • The Museum School
This mural project is a true neighborhood collaboration. ArtReach, The Museum School, and St. Paul’s Senior Services are all within mere blocks of each other....
The Plot Restaurant
The Plot Restaurant Unveils A New Offering: LUNCH
Oceanside staple, The Plot restaurant, which has been highly sought after for its plant-based dinner and brunch offerings, will welcome guests for counter-style lunch service starting...
Seven Grand 10-Year Anniversary Party
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Seven Grand Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary With 2012 Prices All Night
  • Seven Grand San Diego
Congrats to Seven Grand! One of San Diego’s best whiskey bars is celebrating their 10-Year Anniversary, and they want you to join the party! View...
An Unforgettable Night Out At Good Time Design’s Annual Industry Jousting Competition
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Annual Industry Jousting Competition Brings An Unforgettable Night Out At Moonshine Beach
  • Moonshine Beach
Good Time Design’s annual industry jousting competition is happening this Thursday, June 30 at Moonshine Beach! Annual Industry Jousting Competition brings one epic night! Rallying...
Spider-man Beyond Amazing The Exhibition Premieres At SD Comic-Con
San Diego Enters The Spider-Verse In The World Premiere Comic-Con Museum Exhibit
Comic-Con Museum is getting an exciting new exhibit! Marvel’s Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing – The Exhibition will be a significant new installation celebrating Marvel’s friendly neighborhood Superhero’s...
Southeast San Diego Native Win’s Gelson’s “Local Discoveries” Search For New and Promising Products
Southeast San Diego Native Wins “Gelson’s Local Discoveries” Search For New and Promising Products
Gelson’s, a pioneering California grocer, has announced a winner of its annual “Gelson’s Local Discoveries” search for new and promising products now sold in all...
Chef Claudette Zepeda x Iron Chef Dish Featured At VAGA
Chef Claudette Zepeda x Iron Chef Dish Featured At VAGA
San Diego native and VAGA Chef Consultant Claudette Zepeda makes an exciting appearance as a Challenger Chef on Netflix’s Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron...
Marvel Trivia Night
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MCU Fans Unite! It’s Marvel Trivia Night At The Duck Dive
  • Duck Dive
MCU Fans, assemble! The Duck Dive is hosting a Marvel Trivia Night to see if you’re a true Marvel fan. Whether you’ve watched every movie in order, hopped on the...
Birdseye
La Jolla’s Birdseye Now Serving Brunch With Panoramic Ocean Views From The Cormorant’s Rooftop
Looking for your next Insta-worthy brunch spot? New to the weekend brunch scene this summer is Birdseye, the restaurant and bar located at the new...
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