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.

Join Us For The 3rd Annual Ballast Point Chili Cook-Off

Vote Fro The Best Chili At The 3rd Annual Ballast Point Chili Cook-Off

Which Ballast Point location brews the best chili? You get to be the judge as Ballast Point – Little Italy hosts the showdown of the...

Hard Rock Wonderfront Official After Party

Wonderfront Festival is taking over Hard Rock Hotel for the Official Wonderfront After-Party! This show will feature Big Gigantic on the rooftop, Jhay Cortez in...

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck West - San Diego Appearance

The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Will Be Making A Stop At UTC Mall

San Diego Hello Kitty fans, The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is coming to Westfield UTC! There will be Hello Kitty treats & merch galore while...

The 11th Annual Doggie Street Festival

Join us at the 11th Annual Doggie Street Festival in San Diego. Thousands of people attend these not-to-be missed dog, cat, parrot and rabbit adopt-a-thons...

Baja Thanksgiving Tour

During the Baja thanksgiving tour, we’ll visit Rancho de los Ninos orphanage, one of the Corazon de Vida supported orphanages, located in the center of...

Sippin’ Santa Decoration Donation Party

Help us deck the halls for Sippin’ Santa at The Grass Skirt by bringing in any extra decorations you have! Free drink & cookie with...

Moniker Cocktail Co. General Holiday Market

Taste The Holiday Spirit As Moniker Cocktail Co. Launches Seasonal Libations

Moniker Cocktail Co. is excited to be launching their holiday menu at the very first Holiday Kick Off party! With a mini-market featuring a host...

Small Business Saturday In Little Italy

Shop local this Small Business Saturday in San Diego’s Little Italy. Various local businesses in the Little Italy neighborhood will be offering special discounts and...

Where To Watch March Madness In San Diego

Navy SEALs Brew Warhorse IPA at 10 Barrel Brewing Co.

10 Barrel Brewing Co. is continuing to honor the spirit of Veterans’ Day the rest of this month with their exclusive, specialty beer, Warhorse IPA....

Del Mar Highlands Town Center Celebrates The Holidays With ’Tis The Sea Sun Events

With over 70 existing retailers spanning over 400,000 square feet of best-in-class offerings tailored to Carmel Valley’s residents and community, Del Mar Highlands Town Center...

Yule Have A Blast This Season At Pacific Highlands Ranch!

Start the season off bright at The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch! November 30 First off is their Annual Tree Lighting ceremony on Saturday, November...

One Paseo Encourages San Diego To Shop Small This Holiday Season

One Paseo, San Diego’s newest shopping mecca, has shaped up to be a must-hit destination for Small Business Saturday shopping. The Urban Village features highly...

The Coastal Communities Concert Band 25th Annual Holiday Concert

Ring in the holiday season with the glorious sounds of brass, wind and percussion instruments at a special concert benefiting San Diego seniors. The award-winning...

2019 National Care Letter Campaign To Honor Deployed Service Members And Veterans

2019 marks the ninth year that America’s Adopt A Soldier® will reach out to America to ask for cards of thanks to share with our...

Winter Wonderland At The Grand Returns To Fairmont Grand Del Mar

‘Tis the season for celebrations at Fairmont Grand Del Mar with the announcement of the second annual Winter Wonderland at The Grand. Local families and...

It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year At The Westgate Hotel

The Westgate Hotel is decking the halls for the holidays with festive events planned for the entire family to celebrate the season. Guests are invited...

Trust Restaurant Group’s Rare Society Steakhouse Now Open

Trust Restaurant Group (TRG), the team behind acclaimed Fort Oak in Mission Hills and Trust Restaurant in Hillcrest, has unveiled Rare Society, a swank steakhouse...

Irish Tenor, Emmet Cahill, Brings “Christmas In Ireland” Concert Tour To The San Diego Area

Emmet Cahill, Sony recording artist and principal singer with the acclaimed Irish music show Celtic Thunder, will perform “Christmas in Ireland” – a concert featuring...

A Silent Disco At barleymash

barleymash in the Gaslamp District is hosting their barley-stache Silent Disco to benefit the Movember Charity. What? You’ve never heard of a silent disco? Or...

Breakfast Republic Expanding To Los Angeles

Breakfast Republic, a part of the San Diego-based Rise & Shine Restaurant Group, is expanding its empire in mid-2020, bringing the same beloved morning dishes...

Springboard West Music Festival Returns To San Diego For Its Fourth Year

Springboard Music Festivals announces its fourth return to San Diego on Jan. 9 – 11. For three days, emerging artists from all over the world,...

Liberty Public Market’s Mess Hall Teams Up With Wreaths Across America To Honor Veterans

Mess Hall, the cocktail bar located in Liberty Public Market, is offering a special cocktail for a special cause this holiday season that began last...

Get Ready For An Intimate Evening With Oscar-Winning Actress Sophia Loren

An Evening With Sophia Loren

Synonymous with grace, beauty and artistry, Oscar-winning actress Sophia Loren will captivate audiences with an intimate onstage conversation and Q&A at the California Center for...

The New Simsim Carmel Mountain Open November 16th

The New Simsim Carmel Mountain Opens November 16th

San Diego born, fast-casual, Middle Eastern restaurant, Simsim Outstanding Shawarma, opens its second location in Camel Mountain Plaza. Grand opening festivities will include music, gift...