The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink – Week of May 18, 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.
Little Italy Food Hall Presents Mother's Day Flower Workshop
Mother’s Day Flower Workshop
Join us for a DIY floral arrangement at the Food Hall. In collaboration with St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Little Italy Food Hall will be hosting a...
Dim Sum Night
Dim Sum Night
Don’t miss Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski’s multiple Dim Sum Carts and festive cocktail pairings. Reservations are highly encouraged as this event does book up very...
Sushi And Sake Night
Sushi And Sake Night
Join us for a very special night at Cloak & Petal as they introduce their first-ever Sushi & Sake Night! This is a special Five...
The Big List Of Mother’s Day Specials In San Diego
We lovvvvvvve our mamas! Show her the love this Mother’s Day by treating her to one of these amazing Mother’s Day specials! And don’t forget...
cinco by the bay
The Big List Of Things To Do In San Diego This Weekend
Happy Cinco de Mayo weekend, San Diego! The margaritas and tequila will be flowing, but there is plenty to do if that’s not your thing (why?!?)!...
Tacos, Tequila And Beer Music Festival
Tacos, Tequila And Beer Music Festival
The 5th Annual Tacos, Tequila, and Beer Festival in a fun interactive event celebrating the best tacos, tequila and craft beer in San Diego. BEER...
beer and music festival
The Rhythm & Brews Craft Beer And Music Festival Returns For Its 8th Year
Celebrate great craft beer and live music with your fellow craft beer aficionados in the heart of Downtown Vista Village. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv2Eu72hpRM/ Enjoy sampling 100+ beers...
cultural performers on stage at the Asian Cultural Festival
Celebrate The Year Of The Pig At The 10th Annual Asian Cultural Festival Of San Diego
The 10th Annual Asian Cultural Festival of San Diego celebrates the diversity of cultures, ethnicity of all people from Asia and the Pacific Islands in San...
Dragon Boat Festival
Race With The Dragons At The 15th Annual San Diego Dragon Boat Festival
Come out to this family-friendly event and enjoy watching local community teams compete in dragon boat racing! There are food vendors and cultural performances throughout...
San Diego Zoo
Breakfast With Elephants, Anyone?
This weekend, have breakfast at San Diego Zoo‘s Elephant Valley for a change. Guests will enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast at the Elephant Viewing Patio...
Secret Society Of Adultologists
The Secret Society Of Adultologists Throws A Garden Party To Celebrate Spring
The Secret Society of Adultologists takes on a garden party theme to celebrate spring in San Diego. Enjoy cocktails, croquet lessons, crowns (floral, that is!),...
Roaring Twenties Party
The Roaring Twenties Party
The Roaring Twenties Party presents the “Spectacle Extraordinaire”. Dress in your finest attire and feel the vibrant pulse of the Golden Twenties. A world aimed...
L’Auberge Del Mar
L’Auberge Del Mar Celebrates 30 Years Of Oceanfront Hospitality
Poised to celebrate its 30th anniversary, L’Auberge Del Mar, the Village of Del Mar’s chic centerpiece hotel, opened its doors on July 28, 1989, to...
Hornblower cruises
Rock the Yacht Cocktail Cruises Is A Great Kick Off To Your Weekend
Celebrate any occasion with San Diego’s Rock the Yacht Cruise — a two hour yacht party on the San Diego Bay. Dance the night away...
Gap Intelligence
gap intelligence Hosts 7th Annual Drives For Rides Benefiting The Emilio Nares Foundation
gap intelligence, a values-led market research firm focused on the information technology, consumer electronics, and home appliance industries, will host the 7th annual Drives for...
Promises2Kids
Local Restaurants Partner With Promises2Kids To Support Local Foster Kids
Show you care by dining where it matters throughout the month of May to benefit 3,000 children in foster care. Promise2Kids providing hope, support, opportunities…...
Boardroom Show Surf Party
A Preview Of A Life Of Endless Summers, The Bruce Brown Project At The Boardroom Show Surf Party
The Boardroom Show Surf Party will feature a preview of A Life of Endless Summers, The Bruce Brown Project, which is the exclusive retrospective on...
Nolita Hall
Nolita Hall Turns One And You’re Invited To Help Celebrate!
Nolita Hall is celebrating their one-year anniversary, and we’re all invited to help them mark the occasion! https://www.instagram.com/p/BlQNSPQBb20/ Festivities Include: Live music “Do You Boo”...
The Deck At Moonshine Flats Introduces “Mic’d Up At The Deck” Music Competition
The Deck at Moonshine Flats is mimicking all your favorite singing competitions live and in person with their Mic’d Up at The Deck music contests....
San Diego Council On Literacy
San Diego Council On Literacy Celebrates Tenth Annual “Eat. Drink. Read. A Culinary Event For Literacy”
The 10th Annual “Eat. Drink. Read. A Culinary Event for Literacy.” is challenging San Diego’s finest chefs to prepare gourmet dishes inspired by their favorite book...
Poolside Movies at The Pearl
Poolside Movies At The Dive-In
Join us every Wednesday  Eats + Sips + Flicks poolside at the Dive-In Movies! Whether you are looking for an excuse to get together with...
crawfish cookout
Get Ready For The Crawfish Cookout Of The Year
It’s finally crawfish season at The Fish Shop!  They will be serving up a traditional spicy cajun boil with live Louisana Crawfish, served by the pound with...
Game Of Thrones Watch Party
Game Of Thrones Watch Party
Mavericks Beach Club will be your place to watch every episode of the final season of Game Of Thrones! https://www.instagram.com/p/BwLNGppHJw3/ Every Sunday Night come join...
Food Truck Fridays At Green Flash Brewing Co
Food Truck Fridays By Green Flash Brewery
Join us for Food Truck Fridays every last Friday of the month at Green Flash Brewery and Tasting Room. There will be three rotating food...
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