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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.
15 San Diego Restaurants Perfect for a Hot Date
The struggle to find a date night spot that strikes the perfect balance between ambiance and appetite is real. Never fear! We’ve rounded up 15...
16 Romantic Date Ideas in San Diego That Aren’t Going to a Restaurant
If you’re looking for the perfect romantic date ideas in San Diego that aren’t the typical routine, we’ve got you covered! Step up your game by...
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Navore Market’s New La Jolla Hub Makes Buying Local Way Easier
Getting fresh, locally grown food from San Diego farmers just got a lot more convenient. Navore Market is launching its first aggregation hub in La...
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North Park Festival of Beers Is Back for Year 16 – Tickets On Sale Now
  • Lafayette Hotel
One of San Diego’s original craft beer festivals is making its return to El Cajon Boulevard this spring, and if you’ve been before, you already...
San Diego's Most Romantic Walks
9 of San Diego’s Most Romantic Walks
Romantic walks are an incredibly underrated date idea, and San Diego has a lot of options to get out and explore. Whether it’s a first,...
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Monster Energy Supercross Returns to Snapdragon Stadium
  • Snapdragon Stadium
If you’ve never experienced Supercross in person, it’s honestly hard to describe. The roar of the engines, the smell of the dirt, watching riders launch...
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Treat Yourself During the Farmers Insurance Open With A Luxe Stay at The Lodge
If you’re heading to the Farmers Insurance Open this year, there’s no better way to experience it than by staying just steps from the action....
The Art of Banksy
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The Art of Banksy: “Without Limits” Exhibition Arrives in San Diego
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds
The world’s most famous and mysterious graffiti artist is coming to San Diego. The Art of Banksy Without Limits makes its San Diego debut at...
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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,...
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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...
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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...
Dinner en Blanc
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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...
Upcoming Events
San Diego Magazine's Brunch Bash
San Diego Magazine’s Brunch Bash Returns to Omni La Costa for the Ultimate Sunday Funday
April 12, 2026
11:00 am
  • Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
If brunch is your love language, clear your Sunday plans. San Diego Magazine’s Brunch Bash is back, and it’s taking over the gorgeous grounds of...
Miranda Lambert Boots in the Park
Miranda Lambert Is Bringing Boots in the Park Back to San Diego’s Waterfront
April 11, 2026
1:00 pm
  • Waterfront Park
San Diego’s country music scene has a big day coming, and it’s one worth planning around. Boots in the Park returns to Waterfront Park, with...
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...