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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.
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Valley Farm Market and High Marea Bring Specialty Groceries and Baja Flavors to Del Mar
Valley Farm Market is opening its third location in Del Mar, bringing nearly seven decades of family-owned specialty grocery expertise to the North County coast....
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Monster Jam Roars Into Snapdragon Stadium for Two Epic Weekends
  • Snapdragon Stadium
Twelve-thousand-pound trucks flying through the air, gravity-defying stunts, and world-champion drivers competing for the Stadium Championship Series West title – Monster Jam is coming back...
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Go Behind the Scenes at SeaWorld’s Inside Look Event
  • SeaWorld San Diego
SeaWorld San Diego is pulling back the curtain on what happens when the cameras aren’t rolling. Inside Look 2026 returns for two weekends this month,...
january at the conrad
January at The Conrad: Piano Duos, Dance, and Wolves Return to La Jolla
La Jolla Music Society is kicking off 2026 with a lineup that spans everything from classical piano performances to contemporary dance, cultural crossover music, and...
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Step Into the Strange: The Oddities and Curiosities Expo Takes Over San Diego
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds
If your idea of weekend fun leans more toward taxidermy than typical San Diego beach vibes, we’ve got something special headed our way. The Oddities...
san diego restaurant week
San Diego Restaurant Week Returns With 100+ Restaurants and New Non-Profit Partnership
San Diego Restaurant Week is back, and if you’ve been waiting for an excuse to try that restaurant you’ve been eyeing or revisit an old...
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Grand Restaurant Group Opens NÓMADA in Carlsbad With Regional Mexican Cuisine
Grand Restaurant Group (Bellamy’s, Nick & G’s, Cork & Knife, DiCicco’s) just opened NOMADA in Carlsbad, and if you’ve been following Chef Alex Carballo’s work...
San Diego's NYE Parties
Countdown to 2026: San Diego’s Must-Hit NYE Parties
Ready to ring in 2026? San Diego’s hottest venues are pulling out all the stops for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve. From rooftop celebrations with...
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The Best New Year’s Eve Dinners and ‘Recovery Brunches’ to Ring In 2026 in San Diego!
Bid farewell to 2025 with exquisite dining experiences across San Diego. Whether you’re craving a lavish New Year’s Eve dinner or planning to kickstart 2026...
Lilo Carlsbad: A Michelin-Level Adventure With San Diego Soul
If you’ve ever wondered what a Michelin experience would feel like if it ditched the tuxedo, threw on a perfectly worn vintage tee, and queued...
Kona Kai seasonal cocktails
Seasonal Cocktails From San Diego Bars That Will Have You Feeling Festive!
Cocktails in San Diego are getting festive makeovers all over the city as local bars and restaurants unveil their holiday creations. From tiki twists on...
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City Heights Gets San Diego’s First Street Soccer Park
City Heights is getting a new community resource designed to do more than just host pickup games. Street Soccer USA, the national nonprofit using sport...
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Diner en Blanc Returns to San Diego for a Secret White-Out Picnic
  • Secret Location
The world’s most stylish pop-up picnic is coming back to San Diego, and the location remains a mystery until the very last moment. Diner en...
Burnout Paradise La Jolla Playhouse
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Burnout Paradise Brings Treadmill Chaos and Audience Thrills to La Jolla Playhouse
Four performers. Four treadmills. A wager that spirals into something equal parts absurd and impressive. Burnout Paradise, the international hit from Australian artists Pony Cam,...
La Jolla Playhouse The Recipe
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La Jolla Playhouse Serves Up Julia Child’s Origin Story in The Recipe
Before Julia Child became the culinary icon we all recognize, she was bouncing between cities, careers, and continents – from Pasadena to New York, Washington...
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Oceanside’s Swell Plates Series Returns With Creative Dishes and Harbor-Fresh Ingredients
Oceanside’s culinary scene is having a moment, and the second annual Swell Plates Series gives us a solid reason to explore it. This month-long celebration...
Library Shop Mission Hills
Library Shop Mission Hills Brings Independent Bookstore Vibes to the Neighborhood
Mission Hills just got a new spot for book lovers. Library Shop Mission Hills opened its doors at the corner of West Washington and Hawk...
Christmas offerings around San Diego
Don’t Feel Like Cooking for Christmas? These San Diego Restaurants Have You Covered!
From cozy Italian feasts to luxe hotel brunches, San Diego’s restaurants are pulling out all the stops this holiday season. Among the incredible Christmas offerings...
San Diego Museum of Art membership prices
San Diego Museum of Art Membership Prices Changing Soon
San Diego Museum of Art is adjusting membership prices starting January 1, 2026, but if you renew before December 31, you can lock in your...
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An Irish Christmas Brings High-Energy Holiday Tradition to Balboa Theatre
  • Balboa Theatre
If you’re looking for something different from the usual holiday concert lineup, An Irish Christmas at Balboa Theatre delivers exactly that. This isn’t just another...
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Noel Noel Returns to The Rady Shell for Three Nights of Holiday Magic
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
San Diego Symphony’s beloved holiday tradition is back, and this year it comes with a mystery. Noel Noel returns outdoors to The Rady Shell at...
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Polar Express Family Day at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum
  • San Diego Model Railroad Museum
The San Diego Model Railroad Museum is turning up the holiday cheer with Polar Express Family Day, and yes, pajamas are not only allowed but...
Colosseo Cucina Italiana opening
Colosseo Cucina Italiana Opens in Solana Beach With Authentic Roman-Italian Cuisine
Colosseo Cucina Italiana is opening in Solana Beach, and if you’ve been following Chef Roberto Ciacciofera’s work at R&G Salumeria Wine Bar, you already know...
San Diego Rescue Mission Christmas Community Outreach Meal
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San Diego Rescue Mission Hosts Free Christmas Feast and Services
  • San Diego Rescue Mission
San Diego Rescue Mission is hosting its annual Christmas Community Outreach Meal, offering a festive seated holiday feast and essential services for nearly 1,000 San...
Upcoming Events
Garibaldi Sunset Yoga Golden Hour Flow
Sunset Yoga on the Waterfront – Garibaldi and Elevate Fitness Team Up for Golden Hour Flow
April 8, 2026
6:00 pm
  • Garibaldi
San Diego has no shortage of gorgeous views, but finding a setting that pairs them with something restorative is a different story. Garibaldi and Elevate...
Kurinuki Cup at Art After Hours Ceramic Workshop
Get Your Hands in Clay at Art After Hours at Granger Hotel
April 8, 2026
6:00 pm
If your ideal night out includes something creative, a little meditative, and maybe a matcha in hand, this one’s for you. A new series called...
Easter Egg Hunt
Hop To It: Easter Egg Hunt at Belmont Park’s Fit Social
April 5, 2026
1:00 pm
  • Belmont Park
Easter Sunday just got a little more exciting for San Diego families. Fit Social at Belmont Park is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt presented by...
Artists in the House San Diego
“Artists in the House” is Back and Better Than Ever
April 4, 2026
1:00 pm
San Diego has no shortage of creative talent, and the Junior League of San Diego is giving that talent a stage. Their second annual “Artists...
San Diego FC Fan Day at San Diego SeaWorld
SeaWorld San Diego Hosts San Diego FC Fan Day
April 2, 2026
3:00 pm
  • SeaWorld San Diego
Soccer fans and SeaWorld lovers, this one’s for us. SeaWorld San Diego is hosting San Diego FC Fan Day, bringing player meet-and-greets, photo ops, and...