The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of October 19, 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.
Ranch 45 Teamed Up With Vega Vineyards & Farm For A One-Night Only Wine Dinner
Ranch 45 Eyes Expansion And Addition Of Outdoor Kitchen
Beginning construction in the coming months, Ranch 45 is expanding their butcher shop and dining area, as well as adding a full outdoor kitchen, which...
Best Restaurants in Old Town San Diego - Tahona
Tahona Brings Back Brunch With New Menu Inspired By Oaxaca And Baja Cuisine
Mezcal bar and kitchen, Tahona in Old Town has announced the return of its Oaxaca-inspired brunch service just in time for summer, available Saturdays and...
The Wise Ox La Costa
Brad Wise’s Butcher Shop Opens At The Beacon In La Costa
When North County residents want a premium cut of meat, they can now head to The Wise Ox at The Beacon in La Costa, a...
top concerts in San Diego this weekend june 16 to 20
Top Concerts In San Diego This Weekend | June 16 – 20
Here’s the big list of concerts in San Diego this busy Father’s Day weekend, June 16 to 20. Get out for a show or two!...
Madam Bonnie's Wine and Cheese Wednesdays
Get Your Wine And Cheese Fix Every Wednesday At Madam Bonnie’s!
Any day is a good wine day, but sometimes you just need that little pick me up on hump day to get through the rest...
Celebrate Summer Soulstice With SoulSeakers Aboard Hornblower’s Mega Yacht!
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Celebrate Summer SOULstice With SOULSEAKER Aboard A Mega Yacht!
  • Hornblower Cruises & Events San Diego
OM on the Ocean™ Productions and Soulfish Events are presenting SOULSEAKER, a kick off to the summer SOULstice gathering. This exclusive event will be taking...
Vino Carta Solana Beach
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Vino Carta Solana Beach Celebrates Spain On This Week’s Sunday Wine School
  • Vino Carta
This Sunday at Vino Carta Solana Beach: Spain remains the most widely planted wine producing nation in the world. For hundreds of years countless native...
Kick Off The Weekend With A Big Night Pizza Party At Vino Carta
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Kick Off The Weekend With A Pizza Party At Vino Carta
  • Vino Carta
Is there any better way to start off the weekend than with a Big Night Pizza party? Vino Carta, your neighborhood wine shop and bar...
Second Chance Beer Hosts Paint Your Pet Fundraiser
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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! Spend Father’s Day at this special fundraising event. View this post...
Mingle Under The Stars At BRO-AM Benefit Party 2022
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Mingle Under The Stars At BRO-AM Benefit Party 2022
  • Secret Location
The BRO-AM Benefit Party, North County’s annual celebration put on by Grammy award-winning rock band, SWITCHFOOT, is back on Friday, June 24th. An exclusive performance...
Rise San Diego To Unveil Community-Focused Projects And Programs
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Local Changemakers To Unveil Community-Focused Projects And Programs That Address San Diego Issues
  • The Salvation Army Kroc Center – Theatre
On July 7, San Diego changemakers will convene at The Salvation Army Kroc Center Theatre to propose solutions that address the region’s most pressing issues...
Beach House At Belmont Park Debuts Tulum-style Bar And Menu
Beach House At Belmont Park Debuts Tulum-Style Bar And Menu
Beach House, the toes in the sand beach bar and restaurant at the iconic Belmont Park is excited to debut a new, full-service menu. Situated...
Summer Picnics And Bonfires With Barrio Star To-Go Margaritas
Summer Picnics And Bonfires With Barrio Star To-Go Margaritas
With summer approaching, we can’t wait to spend more time outdoors in America’s finest city. San Diego is home to many beautiful picnic and bonfire...
Gin Blossoms Celebrates 30th Anniversary Of 1st Album
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Gin Blossoms Brings Back The 90s As They Celebrate 30th Anniversary Of 1st Album
  • Harrah’s Resort SoCal
Gin Blossoms are performing live poolside at Dive. From “Hey Jealousy” to “Found Out About You,” the Grammy-nominated band will be bringing back the 90s...
Matt Fraser Comes To Dazzle Crowds At Harrah's Resort SoCal
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Matt Fraser Comes To Dazzle Crowds At Harrah’s Resort SoCal
  • Harrah’s Resort SoCal
Matt Fraser is coming to Harrah’s Resort to dazzle crowds for a unique night of psychic readings that will have fans entertained and intrigued. View...
Spreckels Organ Society Announces 2022 San Diego International Summer Organ Festival Lineup
Spreckels Organ Society Announces Women in Music Festival Lineup
Spreckels Organ Society, a non-profit organization curating concerts and performances in the heart of Balboa Park, announces its 2022 San Diego International Summer Organ Festival...
Alejandra’s Cocina Opens First San Diego Location
Alejandra’s Cocina Opens First San Diego Location
North County locals and visitors will soon be able to “fiesta” at Alejandra’s Cocina! This Grand Restaurant Group concept is the same team behind Nick & G’s and Bellamy’s, and they...
Quiero's New Rooftop Deck At Seaport Village
Enjoy Stunning Views As You Dine At Quiero’s New Rooftop Deck At Seaport Village
Quiero’s new rooftop deck at its Seaport Village location, that it shares with Mike Hess Brewing, is the only rooftop deck to eat and drink on...
free speed coaching at samuel adams event
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Annual Brewing The American Dream Provides Free Speed Coaching To Support San Diego Business Owners
  • Tower Beach Club
On June 14, dozens of San Diego small business owners and experts will gather at the Tower Beach Club in Mission Beach for Samuel Adams...
La Jolla Music Society Presents Midday Classics, A Free Lunchtime Concert
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La Jolla Music Society Presents Midday Classics, A Free Lunchtime Concert
  • The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
La Jolla Music Society (LJMS) presents a free lunchtime concert, Midday Classics, on Wednesday, June 15 in the Wu Tsai QRT.yrd at The Conrad. Midday...
Big List of Things To Do In San Diego This Weekend
The Big List Of Things To Do In San Diego This Weekend | June 9 To 12
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Prince Royce (@princeroyce) Top Concerts In San Diego This Weekend From local performers to international stars,...
Ballast Point Announces New Culinary Director, Chef Tommy Dimella
Ballast Point Announces New Culinary Director, Chef Tommy Dimella
In an effort to continuously reflect its “Dedicated to the Craft” ethos, Ballast Point is pleased to announce the addition of Chef Tommy Dimella as...
San Diego Museum Of Art To Host Expressions Of Pride: On The Steps At SDMA
San Diego Museum Of Art To Host “Expressions Of Pride: On The Steps At SDMA”, June 24th
In celebration of Pride month, The San Diego Museum of Art is partnering with San Diego Pride and Art of Pride to present Expressions of Pride: On...
Communal Oceanside Extends Hours And Launches Fresh Summer Menu
Communal Extends Hours And Launches Fresh Summer Menu
With summer upon us, Communal Oceanside is happy to announce the launch of extended evening hours in tandem with its new summer menu, expanded wine...
Upcoming Events
Poe and his Progeny
Spooky Literary Soirée at Villa Montezuma
October 25, 2024
6:00 pm
It’s time to dust off your Victorian attire and prepare for a night of Gothic glamour. Write Out Loud is bringing “Poe and His Progeny”...
Jeppe Hein
Paint Your Breath at UCSD’s Latest Art Installation
October 24, 2024
10:00 am
  • Epstein Family Amphitheater
World-renowned Danish artist Jeppe Hein is bringing his incredible interactive art project “Breathe with Me” to San Diego, and we’re already feeling more zen just thinking...
Two Ducks and Le Pigeon
Two Ducks and Le Pigeon Serve Up an Eclectic Culinary Adventure
October 21, 2024
6:00 pm
Our underground dining darlings, Two Ducks, and Portland’s legendary Le Pigeon, are joining forces for an unmissable culinary mashup. A Night to Remember Chefs Danny...
Temaki Bar "Locs Only" Sushi Soirée
Temaki Bar and JuneShine Team Up for “Locs Only” Sushi Soirée
October 20, 2024
6:00 pm
North County’s about to get a whole lot cooler as two local favorites join forces for an unforgettable night. Temaki Bar and JuneShine are bringing...
Belmont Park Beerfest
Inaugural Belmont Park BeerFest Brings Sudsy Celebration to the Beach
October 20, 2024
12:00 pm
  • Belmont Park
Belmont Park is serving up a brand-new celebration with their inaugural BeerFest. Beer lovers can soak up the sun and suds at this free festival...