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The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of June 29, 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.
Lions Tigers and Bears School Field Trip Program
Lions Tigers and Bears Launches New School Field Trip Program
Lions Tigers and Bears is rolling out a new education curriculum designed specifically for elementary school students, and it’s one of those field trip experiences...
OCEANS AT NIGHT: OCEANS OF LOVE
Birch Aquarium Launches Two New After-Dark Experiences This Year
Birch Aquarium is shaking things up in 2026 with nighttime programming that’s worth staying up for. They’re bringing back Oceans at Night for the 21+...
San Diego Rodeo
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San Diego Rodeo Returns to Petco Park for Year Three
  • PETCO Park
The San Diego Rodeo is back at Petco Park for its third year, and if you’ve been before, you know this is way more than...
Jurassic Quest del mar
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Jurassic Quest Stomps Into Del Mar With Life-Size Dinosaurs
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds
If you’ve got kids (or you’re just really into dinosaurs), Jurassic Quest is rolling into the Del Mar Fairgrounds this weekend for four days of...
major restaurant openings in San Diego
Three Major Restaurant Openings to Watch This Year
San Diego’s restaurant scene is about to get even better. Three highly anticipated spots are opening across the county over the next few months, each...
Setsubun celebration at the japanese friendship garden and museum
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Celebrate Setsubun at the JFGM With Food, Music, and Good Vibes
  • Japanese Friendship Garden
The Japanese Friendship Garden is hosting its Setsubun Festival, and it’s one of those events that feels both celebratory and peaceful at the same time....
Romantic Luxury Hotels in San Diego
The Best Luxury Hotels in San Diego for a Romantic Getaway
Ready to turn up the romance in America’s Finest City? We’ve curated our favorite luxury stays that are worth the splurge – whether you’re celebrating...
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...
Navore Market la jolla
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...
north park festival of beer
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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,...
Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship
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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...
the lodge at torrey pines hotel room package
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...
valley farm market del mar opening
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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....
monster jam san diego
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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...
seaworld san diego
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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...
addities and curiosities expo san diego
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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...
nomada carlsbad
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...
Kingfisher nye menu
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...
Upcoming Events
Guests Exploring Orchids in the Wild at San Diego Botanic Garden
Orchids in the Wild Blooms at San Diego Botanic Garden This Spring
May 2, 2026
9:00 am
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
Spring in Encinitas is about to get even more colorful. The San Diego Botanic Garden is welcoming back its beloved annual orchid showcase with the...
Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert
Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert Lands at The Rady Shell
May 1, 2026
6:30 pm
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
There’s something about hearing that opening fanfare live that instantly gives you chills. Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert is bringing the galaxy far,...
Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!
NPR’s “Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!” Heads to the San Diego Civic Theatre
April 30, 2026
7:30 pm
  • San Diego Civic Theatre
NPR’s beloved comedy news quiz show, “Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!,” is heading to the San Diego Civic Theatre, and this one’s worth putting on...
Trinity Theatre Company
Trinity Theatre Company’s New Works Festival – 9 Original Plays, 4 Nights Only
April 30, 2026
7:00 pm
  • Mission Valley Mall
San Diego’s own Trinity Theatre Company is back with its fourth annual New Works Festival – nine original plays by emerging playwrights from across the...
Lisa Amador of Amador matchmaking With Clients
The Art of Attraction: An Evening With Matchmaker Lisa Amador Comes to La Jolla
April 30, 2026
6:30 pm
If modern dating has left you feeling frustrated, burned out, or just plain confused, this one’s worth showing up for. Amador Matchmaking is partnering with...