The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of July 13, 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.

Pin-Up Art Show

La Bodega Gallery presents a “PIN-UP ART SHOW”. This show will feature artwork and photography that explore the art of Pin-Up. Sounds provided by Betty...

Enter The Land Of Tacos And Beer At The Reader Tacotopia 2019

To celebrate the pure magic that tacos offer to the world, the San Diego Reader is pleased to invite you to the Reader Tacotopia 2019!...

The Food And Wine Festival Is Back For Its 19th Year At La Jolla Cove

The Junior League of San Diego’s (JLSD) Annual Food and Wine Festival is their biggest fundraising event of the year and is a must-attend event...

Pre-Mother’s Day Garden Party At You And Yours Distilling Co.

Patisserie Melanie is partnering with You & Yours Distilling Co. and Native Poppy to bring you a one-stop-shop for all Mother’s Day essentials! Come pick...

Valle De Guadalupe Wine + Food Daycation This Labor Day Weekend

Treat Your Palate To A Valle De Guadalupe Wine And Food Daycation

Join us for a wine + food road trip to Valle de Guadalupe featuring a meal at Finca Altozano. https://www.instagram.com/p/BvLi0q-ABB3/ Daycation includes: Tijuana street food...

Champagne Brunch At San Diego Zoo

Join us for Champagne Brunch at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s scenic Watering Hole at Kijamii Overlook. Enjoy spectacular views of wildlife and a...

A Dance Party With Electric Feels: An Indie Rock Plus Indie Dance Night

Electric Feels is an experiential dance party from Los Angeles that features all your favorite Indie Rock + Indie Dance songs all night! Party with...

Jerry Seinfeld

America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will be performing his signature stand-up routine. Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little...

Waterfront Park Celebrates 5 Years Of Hosting Picnics, Festivals, Weddings, And More

Waterfront Park, the open space gem by the bay, has been hosting picnics, play-dates, weddings, festivals and more for 5 years. Please join us for...

Gator By The Bay Festival

Gator By The Bay Festival features four days of live music with over 100 musical acts and special performances on seven stages. Taste southern cuisines...

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

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

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...

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

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!),...

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 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...

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...