The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink – Week of May 25, 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.

Del Mar Highlands Town Center Cinepolis To Reopen Friday, March 19th

Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas Del Mar is set to open this Friday, March 19th at 25% capacity. Located in Del Mar Highlands Town Center, Cinepolis Del Mar...

Baba’s Hot Chicken Expands To New Location On University Avenue In Hillcrest

New restaurant Baba’s Hot Chicken has opened at 406 University Avenue in Hillcrest, adding an already-popular fast casual concept to San Diego’s growing hot chicken...

Enjoy A Boozy Afternoon Tea Time At Estancia La Jolla

Restaurants and hotels are starting to see COVID’s ‘light at the end of the tunnel,’ and with that, events and gatherings will be kicking off...

Salt & Straw’s Cereal-Sly Menu Returns March 19

Salt & Straw’s Cereal-Sly Menu Is Back!

Cult-favorite ice cream company, Salt & Straw. brought back its popular “Cereal-sly” menu last Friday, March 19th (through April 22nd). Cereal-sly features five ice cream...

HottMess Woodfired Pizza Opens April 1st, Jeune Et Jolie Resumes "Starry Night" + More Restaurants Open For Indoor Dining

Indoor Dining Returns to San Diego!

San Diego is lucky to have amazing patios to eat and drink outside just about every day of the year, but we’re still thrilled to...

NOW OPEN: Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas

Now Open: Alila Marea Beach Resort In Encinitas

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas officially welcomes guests today, opening as the brand’s first new-build in the Americas, located world-class beachfront setting and delivering a...

Zizikis Street Food Opens In Del Mar Highlands

Zizikis Opens In Del Mar Highlands

Zizikis Street Food is now open! Located right above Jimbo’s, Zizikis is bringing the new fast casual standard directly to Del Mar and is now...

Quiero Tacos Joins Mike Hess Brewing In Seaport Village

Quiero Tacos made its debut, in partnership with Mike Hess Brewing, on Wednesday, March 17 in the heart of Seaport Village. The full-service eatery will...

Castelli Family Vineyards Wine Tasting At Cork & Knife In Escondido

On Wednesday, March 24th, join Cork & Knife for an evening of wine tasting with Castelli Family Vineyards! From 5:30PM – 7:30PM, stop by Cork...

This Mother's Day, Take Mom From Aboard X Wine Railroad

This Mother’s Day, Take Mom From Los Angeles Rails To Santa Barbara’s Trails Aboard X Wine Railroad

Celebrate this Mother’s Day aboard X Wine Railroad on a curated wine tasting excursion from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara Wine Country. Tickets for the...

Easter At Herb & Wood And Herb & Sea

You’re invited to kick off your Easter Sunday (and your pre-Easter egg hunt) with brunch service by Herb & Wood and Herb & Sea, available...

Friendly Feast Announces Date For Annual Chef-Driven Charity Bake Sale

Get a sweet start to spring with Friendly Feast‘s Annual Bake Sale, which will be held on Sunday, March 28th from 10:30AM to 12PM at...

Chef Bear Of Cow By Bear Dinner Series Releases Seasonal Cocktail Book “Booze By Bear”

Chef Bear, most notably recognized from his Cow by Bear pop-up dinner series, has released a premium cocktail book titled Booze by Bear: 25 Cocktails...

Unsung Heroes: The Story of America’s Female Patriots

On March 19 at 5:30PM, San Diego nonprofit, Foundation for Women Warriors (FFWW), is hosting a free screening of the documentary ‘Unsung Heroes: The Story...

Celebrating The Female-Owned Businesses In Little Italy During Women’s History Month

As we celebrate Women’s History Month this March, the Little Italy Association is highlighting some of the incredible female-owned businesses in Little Italy. These businesses...

Paradise Point Resort & Spa Giving Away FREE Nights For Essentials Workers

Paradise Point Resort & Spa is pleased to announce their “This One’s On Us” campaign which recognizes essential workers’ contribution to the community during the...

St. Patrick’s Day 2021 Celebrations And Specials Around San Diego

We could all use a little luck of the Irish right now! While the parties won’t be the same as years past, and the annual...

Easter & Springtime Tea At La Valencia

View this post on Instagram A post shared by La Valencia Hotel (@lavalenciahotel) EASTER AT LA VALENCIA Sunday, April 4th From 10AM-8PM Celebrate...

Diega By Bosa Now Pre-Leasing For Its First Multi-Family Community

Bosa Announces Pre-Leasing For Its First Multi-Family Community In Downtown Core Neighborhood Of San Diego

Diega, Downtown San Diego’s newest luxury high-rise apartment community, announces 617 new residences are now available for pre-leasing, giving new residents the opportunity to be...

NTC Foundation Announces ARTS DISTRICT Collaborative Program Recipients

Celebrate Women’s History Month With Creative & Inspirational Women At ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station

Did you know that women account for more than half of the artists and creatives showcasing their talents at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station? Join us...

Third Avenue’s Taste Of Third Returns!

Chula Vista’s Third Avenue Village Association will host its 25th annual Taste of Third beginning Thursday, March 18 through Saturday, March 20. Join favorite local...

AleSmith Honors Women In Brewing With Pink Boots Society Collaboration Blend

AleSmith Brewing Company is celebrating and spreading awareness for women in the industry with a new Rye IPA, brewed by the women of AleSmith and...

A Slice Of The Pi: North Italia Welcomes Regional Pizzas To Its Menus In Honor Of Pi Day

Handcrafted, modern Italian concept, North Italia, will celebrate Pi Day this year with a series of regionally-inspired pizzas that represent the freshest ingredients and diverse...

Reinvent Your Thursday Evening At Lionfish

For those looking for a little more excitement, an excuse to get out of the house, a chance to eat fresh, sustainable seafood and drink...