The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of September 28, 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.
Vanguard Culture Art Garden
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ART GARDEN Brings Art, Storytelling, and Community Care to UCSD Park & Market
Vanguard Culture and the UC San Diego Craft Center are coming together for ART GARDEN: A Communal Offering of Art, Storytelling, Dance & Community Care...
Ballislife Basketball Game
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Ballislife Meets SeaWorld: Elite High School Hoops is Coming to San Diego This April
  • SeaWorld San Diego
San Diego is about to become the backdrop for one of high school basketball’s most exciting showcases. It’s happening somewhere you might not expect. SeaWorld...
Pizza Port solana beach anniversary
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Pizza Port Solana Beach Celebrates 39 Years With a Parking Lot Party
Pizza Port Solana Beach is turning 39 years young, and they’re celebrating the way they know best – with fresh beer, live music, BBQ, and...
Golden Hour Made in SD
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ArtReach’s Golden Hour: Made in SD Celebrates Youth Creativity
ArtReach is bringing the community together for Golden Hour: Made in SD, a joyful fundraiser spotlighting youth creativity across San Diego County. This evening event...
Animal Crossing with Birch Aquarium
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Game Night at Birch Aquarium Brings Animal Crossing to Life After Hours
  • Birch Aquarium
If you’ve ever wanted to see the worlds of gaming and ocean science collide, Game Night at Birch Aquarium is making it happen. This special...
san diego fc home opener
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Wave FC Turns 5 – Let’s Pack Snapdragon for the Home Opener
  • Snapdragon Stadium
Five seasons already. San Diego Wave FC is celebrating its 5 year anniversary, and there’s no better way to mark it than showing up strong...
SONO Modern Italian Restaurant
North Park’s Favorite Brunch Duo Opens a Modern Italian Restaurant – SONO is Here
North Park has a new dinner destination, and it comes from a pair of familiar faces. Ocean Mohamadi and Nino Cusimano – the husband-and-wife team...
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Yasmina El-Abd Headlines Soirée en Égypte at the 5th Annual Soirée Francophone
  • Tower Beach Club
San Diego has a way of hosting events that feel like they belong somewhere much grander – and the 5th Annual Soirée Francophone from the...
espresso martini San Diego
The Best Espresso Martinis in San Diego Right Now (2026 Guide)
The espresso martini had a moment – and then it kept having one. What started as a 1980s London creation and briefly became the butt...
point loma new gateway sign
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Point Loma Lights Up Its New Gateway Sign With Community Celebration
If you’ve driven into Point Loma recently, you’ve probably noticed something new welcoming you in. The Point Loma Association is officially celebrating the completion of...
The Deck Baseball Opening Day
Padres Opening Day Food and Drink Specials
Let’s gooooooo Padres fans – Opening Day is Thursday, March 26! Whether you’re looking for a spot to pregame, a place with plenty of TVs, or the...
Viewpoint Brewing Co one of the best San Diego breweries.
The Best San Diego Breweries to Enjoy a Cold One With Friends
With over 150 breweries scattered throughout San Diego County, deciding where to pop in for a fresh beer on tap can be overwhelming, especially if...
San Diego Shamrock
Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in San Diego
Guinness, corned beef, and Irish whiskey – you know what time it is! St. Patrick’s Day is almost here, and with the holiday comes Irish...
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WOW Festival Returns to UC San Diego With Four Days of Immersive Art
La Jolla Playhouse’s WOW Festival is back this spring, bringing four days of bold, interactive, and all-ages performances to UC San Diego’s campus. Known for...
menu at playa kitchen
Playa Kitchen is La Jolla’s New Go-To Spot for Coastal Café Vibes and Craft Coffee
La Jolla has a fresh daytime destination worth knowing about. Playa Kitchen, the newest concept from Clique Hospitality, has opened at Torrey Pines Science Park....
Estancia La Jolla Annual Garden Party
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Estancia La Jolla’s Annual Garden Party Returns This April
  • Estancia La Jolla
Spring in La Jolla feels a little more magical when Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa opens its gardens for its Annual Garden Party. Set...
Annual Live Fire Food & Wine Festival
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Live Fire Food & Wine Festival Returns to Temecula Creek Inn
If you’re looking for a culinary day trip that delivers serious talent and open-flame cooking, the Third Annual Live Fire Food & Wine Festival at...
Bloom & Balance at Park Hyatt Aviara
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Bloom & Balance at Park Hyatt Aviara Brings a Full-Day Spring Reset to Carlsbad
  • Park Hyatt Aviara Resort
Bloom & Balance at Park Hyatt Aviara offers a one-day immersive retreat designed to reset for spring. Hosted in partnership with the award-winning Miraval Life...
special Mutt Menu at Madison
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Wednesday Nights Just Got a Whole Lot Better at Madison on Park
  • Madison on Park
No more guilty goodbyes when heading out for dinner. Dinner with Dogs at Madison on Park is making Wednesday nights the ultimate outing for anyone...
San Diego, Let’s Show Up for Veteran Moms – The Bright Beginnings Baby Shower Needs Us
There’s something special about a community that takes care of its own – and right now, the Foundation for Women Warriors is calling on San...
Arts District Liberty Station
“Fragmented Stories”: A New Exhibition at Arts District Liberty Station
Arts District Liberty Station – one of California’s state-designated cultural districts – is opening a new exhibition at Gallery 201 this spring. It’s one to...
fresh pasta
Fresh Pasta, an Italian Market, and Housemade Gelato – Pastaria Vivi Comes to Encinitas
North County, meet your new pasta problem. Pastaria Vivi just opened in Encinitas Village… and self-control is officially off the table. The concept brings together...
San Diego’s Biggest St. Patrick’s Day Irish 4 A Day
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Irish 4 A Day is Back: San Diego’s Biggest St. Patrick’s Day Party Returns to the Gaslamp
  • Gaslamp Quarter
The Gaslamp Quarter is turning green again, and if you were there last year, you already know what’s coming. Irish 4 A Day – San...
The Rosin Box Project Empower
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The Rosin Box Project Presents Empower: A Prism of New Work at Liberty Station
  • Liberty Station
March is bringing fresh momentum to San Diego’s dance scene, and The Rosin Box Project is leading the way with Empower: A Prism of New...
Upcoming Events
Stone Garden Market escondido
Spend a Summer Evening at the Stone Garden Market in Escondido
August 6, 2026
6:00 pm
  • Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Escondido
Stone Brewing’s gardens are one of those spots that already feel like an event on their own, and this summer, they’re turning the space into...
University Heights Summer Mixer at Park & Rec
Come Hang Out at the University Heights Summer Mixer
August 6, 2026
5:00 pm
  • Park & Rec
University Heights is getting together for its annual Summer Mixer, and honestly, there’s no better excuse to trade the couch for a night out with...
RESET Beach Wellness Event
RESET: A Full Day of Wellness and Big Gigantic at the Beach
August 2, 2026
8:00 am
  • Mission Beach Park
SSBD and Almost Nakey are joining forces for RESET, a brand-new beachside event happening at Fit Social Club. It’s a full day of movement, recovery,...
Sarah McLachlan Better Broken Tour
Spend a Summer Night With Sarah McLachlan at The Rady Shell
August 2, 2026
7:00 pm
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Experience the magic of Sarah McLachlan's Better Broken Tour and enjoy her beautiful voice in picturesque venues across the country.
LITVAKdance Dancing Outdoors Take 4
Dance Through 7 Styles in One Stunning Garden Setting
August 1, 2026
5:45 pm
Experience the magic of LITVAKdance Dancing Outdoors with a stunning variety of dance performances and live music in Encinitas.