The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink – Week of May 18, 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.

Jeune Et Jolie + Campfire Team To Bring Two New Delicious Hospitality Projects To Carlsbad

There are two exciting new projects headed to Carlsbad! The brainchild of the team behind Michelin-recognized Jeune et Jolie and Campfire, owner John Resnick and...

Mayor Todd Gloria To Proclaim May 22 ‘Feeding San Diego Day’ At Presentation Today

Today (Friday, May 20), Mayor Todd Gloria will be at Feeding San Diego to proclaim Sunday, May 22 as ‘Feeding San Diego Day.’ This honor commemorates...

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Cara Connors Comedy Show Stops By San Diego

Gossip Grill

After a successful 15 city run of sold out and standing room only shows at some of the most highly regarded indie comedy venues in...

Top Concerts In San Diego This Weekend

Thursday, May 19 Any week that starts with Snoop is a good week to us! View this post on Instagram A post shared by snoopdogg...

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A Galactic Battle Of Trivia Knowledge At The Duck Dive

Duck Dive

Get your lightsabers ready to battle for the title of jedi trivia master at The Duck Dive’s Star Wars Trivia Night on Thursday, May 26th!...

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Second Chance Beer Gears Up For The Final Buddy Launch Party

Arrowood Golf Course

It’s Sunday Funday at Arrowood Golf Course as Second Chance Beer Company gears up for their final Buddy Launch Party! View this post on Instagram...

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Vino Carta Brings Taste Of The Riviera For Sunday Wine School

Vino Carta

Ready for a quick Sunday trip to the Riviera? Vino Carta is bringing a taste of the Riviera to you this weekend with their Sunday...

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One Paseo Hosts Berry Good Food Pop-Up

One Paseo

Come shop the best of locally grown early summer produce and locally made goodies as One Paseo hosts Berry Good Food, a local non-profit organization...

Oceanside’s Locals Only Vodka Made With A Love Of California And High-Quality Craft Spirits

Have you seen the Locals Only Vodka VW van cruising around town yet? If not, you probably will soon. The San Diego-based brand, launched right...

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San Diego Brew Fest Returns With Another Fun-Filled Day With Beer, Food, And Music!

Liberty Station NTC Park

The 11th annual San Diego Brew Fest returns to NTC Park, promising another fun filled day with beer, food trucks, and music. The event will...

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Camarada Presents The Earth Moves | Music Of Carole King

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

Camarada music takes a sonic spin into the atmosphere that songwriter Carole King created. Her hits, including I Feel the Earth Move and It’s Too...

Zack Kaplan Named Original 40 Head Brewer

Original 40 Brewing has named Zack Kaplan as its new head brewer following the departure of Cosimo Sorrentino to Lazarus Brewing in Austin. Kaplan returns...

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Calling All Craft Beer Lovers! Amps & Ales Returns To Downtown Chula Vista

Downtown Chula Vista

Brews, bites, and beats meet at this year’s Avenue Amps & Ales. Brought to us by Third Avenue Village Association in the heart of Downtown...

Gaslamp’s Side Bar Transforms Into A Provocative Oasis

Side Bar nightclub, a fixture in San Diego’s nightlife scene for nearly two decades, has transformed into a provocative oasis on the bustling streets of...

Societe Brewing Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Events And Old Town Tasting Room

Societe Brewing celebrating their 10th Anniversary this June, and they have some exciting news to go along with the milestone: They are opening their first...

ArtReach Works With 6th Graders At John J. Montgomery Elementary On Colorful Welcome Mural

The ArtReach Mural Program’s recent mural is being unveiled at John J. Montgomery Elementary. Over 50 students helped inspire the design and paint the welcome...

Top Concerts In San Diego This Weekend

Get out there and enjoy some live music this weekend, San Diego! Thursday, May 12 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Scott...

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May 14 Marks Final Concert In Local Roots Spring Concert Series

Local Roots Hard Kombucha

After a two-year delay, Local Roots Hard Kombucha opens its much-anticipated “Boochyard” tap room in North County, with a Spring Concert Series, every other Saturday...

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Come Ready To Find Your New Furry BFF As Mavericks Hosts Adoption Event

Mavericks Beach Club

Looking for a furry BFF to add to the household? On Friday, May 13th, Mavericks Beach Club will be hosting a Yappy Hour Adoption Event...

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Start Your Weekend Right At Louisiana Purchase’s Friday Night Supper Club

Louisiana Purchase

Louisiana Purchase knows how to finish the week and kick off your weekend right. Join them at their exclusive Friday Night Supper Club and dive into...

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Second Chance Beer Hosts Paint Your Pet Fundraiser

Second Chance Beer Co. Brewery

Second Chance Beer Company is hosting a Paint Your Pet Fundraiser with LoveJoy Creations this coming Sunday! View this post on Instagram A post shared...

San Diego-Based Couple Launches Melograno Cocktails, A Sophisticated Take On Ready-To-Drink Cocktails

San Diego continues to produce entrepreneurial innovators in the beverage business! The latest: San Diego-based Melograno Cocktails is bringing to the market a worldly and...

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Experience Live Music Under The Stars At Omni La Costa: Summer Concert Series

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

This summer, when the sun goes down, and the stars come up, experience quintessential California nights with music under the stars in true Omni La...

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Barleymash Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary With A Bang…And You’re Invited!

Barleymash

Gaslamp’s beloved sports bar and restaurant, barleymash, is celebrating their 10th anniversary this month with a bang…and you’re invited! Over the past decade, barleymash has...