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.
Champagne Brunch At The 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...
Memorial Day Weekend Pig Roast Fiesta
Curadero Executive Chef, Brad Kraten, is hosting a Mexican-style pig roast on Level Four, the Rooftop Pool Deck + Lounge on Hotel Palomar‘s 4th floor....
2nd Annual Plethora Of Pinatas Festival
A one of a kind Pinata Festival – Celebrating the pinata as an art form. Artists will use pinata materials to create art pieces that...
Vino Carta Two-Year Anniversary Party!
And in a blink of an eye Vino Carta turns 2! They’re throwing a bash to celebrate and say THANK YOU for a fun ride these...
George Clinton And Parliament Funkadelic At Music Box San Diego
George Clinton started his music carer with his collectives Parliament/Funkadelic who ruled music in the ‘70s with over 40 R&B hit singles. They revolutionized R&B...
Reel Science Film Series: The Matrix
As part of a celebration of the first Balboa Park After Dark event of the summer, we present classic science fiction film, The Matrix, with...
Armin Van Buuren At OMNIA San Diego Memorial Day Weekend
Armin Van Buuren headlines an exciting Memorial Day Weekend lineup at Omnia Nightclub! The global powerhouse DJ enjoys worldwide recognition and a frantic schedule that takes...
Sample Baja’s Best Chefs, Wineries And Breweries At By The Barrel: Taste Of Baja
We’d all love to do a culinary tour of Baja California’s best food and drink, but finding time for the trip is tough! Now you...
Star Wars Nuts…There Is A Pre-Party & Private Screening Of Solo Tonight!
He’s a smuggler. A scoundrel. A hero. And you can be among the first to see him! Join the Fleet Science Center and their event...
Visiting Balboa Park is always one of the best things to do in San Diego.
Balboa Park Celebrates Its 150th Anniversary!
We are in LOVE with Balboa Park and couldn’t be happier to help it celebrate 150 years as San Diego’s most beautiful park, this Saturday May 26th! Festivities...
Nat At Night Starts This Friday And Adds A Rooftop Bar With Epic Park Views
Kick off your weekends at The Nat this summer. The Museum will be open until 8 PM on Fridays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor...
Rooftop Cinema Club Taking The Outdoor Movie Experience Up A Notch
We love that we can watch movies outside in San Diego, and we are thrilled to see that Rooftop Cinema Club is taking the experience up a...
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Barleymash Is Turning Six…And They Want You To Help Them Celebrate!
Barleymash has been indulging the Gaslamp Quarter with bourbon, beer and one of San Diego’s best burgers for 6 years already! Time flies when you’re having...
San Diego Native To Run More Than 1,700 Miles To Support Children Fighting Cancer. What A Stud!
San Diego native, Richard Nares, will run more than 1,700 miles from Seattle, Washington to San Diego, Calif. to raise money for the Emilio Nares...
Celebrate Italian Culture And Support The Home Team At The Padres Italian Heritage Night
Joe DiMaggio, Roy Campanella, Yogi Berra…the list of Italian-Americans that have left their mark on the game of baseball is long and impressive! The Little Italy Association (LIA), Convivio,...
One Paseo Adds Three More Restaurants To Culinary Lineup
The construction at One Paseo is coming along quickly, but for many residents in Del Mar and Carmel Valley, not quickly enough! Everyone is looking...
North County Rejoice! Del Mar’s Viewpoint Brewing Co. Launches Brunch!
Viewpoint Brewing Company, Del Mar’s only craft brewery and full-service restaurant, has been a great addition to the community! And they seem to only be...
“Eat. Drink. Read.” Returns To The Air & Space Museum
Foodies rejoice – and read! This year’s “Eat. Drink. Read. A Culinary Event for Literacy” will make taste buds soar at the San Diego Air...
Meet The Makers Dinner With Liberty Call Distilling At Restaurant Two Seven Eight
Ever wonder what it’s like to operate a craft distillery? Learn first hand as Liberty Call Distilling Kitchen’s Chef Miguel Valdez and Two Seven Eight’s Chef...
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The Big List Of Things To Do This Weekend In San Diego
Have a royal weekend, everyone. 🤣 Thursday, May 17 Shakespeare’s Corner Shoppe Hosts Royal Wedding Celebration This wedding has already turned into crazy town! But...
Love Donuts? Love Running? Come Join The First Ever San Diego Donut Run!
Ok, donuts and running aren’t two things we normally put together…but maybe we should. More running = more donuts…and we love donuts! If you do...
It’s Almost Summer! Celebrate With A Backyard BBQ At Quartyard’s New Digs!
Quartyard is back open, and they’re hosting a backyard bbq to kick off the summer! This special backyard-themed party features special deals on the best...
South Park Celebrates Its Historic Homes In The 20th Annual Old House Fair
The 20th annual Old House Fair is South Park’s historic home tour bringing together vintage home specialists, historic preservation enthusiasts, home owners and history lovers...
OMBAC To Host Second Annual Beerfest & Over-the-Line Tournament
The Old Mission Beach Athletic Club (OMBAC) is hosting the second annual two-day Over-The-Line/Beer festival tournament at Mariners Point. Tournament is in double elimination format,...
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