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.
Cloak & Petal Unveils Edgy New Dining Room, Sushi Bar, And Happy Hour Specials
Cloak & Petal – the Japanese social dining hotspot in Little Italy – recently opened a new sushi bar and additional dining room, adding to the...
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10th Annual Taste of Little Italy: A San Diego Foodie’s Dream
Calling all San Diego foodies!! With your very own Taste Passport, you will get to experience all that Little Italy has to offer. Walk along Little Italy’s charming...
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Wild Night Out At The San Diego Zoo
Have you ever thought it would be cool to go to the zoo without a bazillion kids running around?! If you have, then Wild Night...
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Learn To Drink Sake Like A Pro At San Diego’s Own Sake Brewery
Did you know that we have our very own sake brewery? Beer isn’t the only game in town, folks! Setting Sun Sake Brewing Co. is a craft...
Game Show Addicts…Family Feud Is Holding Auditions In San Diego!
It’s a bit of a mystery why game shows are so dang successful, but they are an addictive, time-killing pleasure that have worked in America...
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Free Tony Hawk Video Game Tournament At Bay City Brewing Co. In San Diego
Get ready to show off your skills at the free Tony Hawk video game tournament, sponsored by  Luna Video Games this Saturday, June 9th. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bg6IzMWgBtM/?taken-by=tonyhawk All video...
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FREE Movie Night Under the Stars at Arts District Liberty Station
Enjoy a relaxing San Diego evening with this awesome outdoor free movie series at the Arts District Liberty Station from now through October. These events attract film lovers...
Mega-Entertainment Venue Punch Bowl Social Opens In Makers Quarter
Punch Bowl Social opens in San Diego’s Makers Quarter Saturday June 9th after much anticipation. The massive 20,000+ square foot ‘eatertainment’ venue – complete with...
Have Afternoon Tea With Rabbits!
The San Diego House Rabbit Society Adoption Center invites you to join them for a vegan potluck and afternoon tea with their furry little friends! How...
Farmer & The Seahorse Hosts A Carnival For Kids Big And Small
One of our favorite spots in North County – Farmer & The Seahorse – is hosting a carnival and brunch this weekend, with a little...
This Weekend Is The 2nd Annual KEX Fest
If you missed it last year, you gotta go to the 2nd Annual Kex Fest at Kettner Exchange this Sunday! Why so? Well, let us...
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Toast The Coast & Help Keep San Diego Beautiful
Help keep San Diego beautiful by drinking delicious beer while enjoying an amazing taco bar from Rubio’s Coastal Grill. Yes, you heard that right! Rally...
There Is Now A Party Bus To Take You To Brunch! Seriously!
Do you love brunch and a good time? Of course you do…San Diegans are obsessed with brunch! Well if you want to add a little...
Raise Your Vibration With Michael Franti & Spearhead In San Diego For the Stay Human Tour!
Catch Michael Franti & Spearhead at Humphrey’s Concerts By The Bay in San Diego on June 7th for their STAY HUMAN tour. The songs address problems that...
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Beer, Bir, Bjόr: International Beer Tasting at the Museum of Man in San Diego
Join us for Beer, Bir, Bjόr at the Museum of Man this Thursday, June 7th from 6-8 pm. Drink brews inspired by nations from all...
The Big List Of This Weekend’s Top Concerts In San Diego
There’s a lot of diverse talent playing this week. Hit the beach, then head out for a show at night! We’ll see you out there!...
Saint Archer Brewing Is Celebrating 5 Years With A Big Party…And You’re Invited
Congratulations to Saint Archer for five successful years! The brewery isn’t letting the milestone pass without a proper celebration! They will be commemorating the occasion with...
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Looking For Something To Do This Weekend? Celebrate All Things Avocado At Avolution Fest!
Looking for something amazing to do this weekend in sunny San Diego? Look no further because Avolution Fest– a food fest for avocado-eating, art and music-loving...
Experience The Holistic Chamber Of Sound At The Natural History Museum
‘The Holistic Chamber of Sound‘ is coming to San Diego’s Natural History Museum this week, and it looks cool! The concept is a beautiful concert...
Drink Wine And Learn To Make Pizza From The Pros At Buona Forchetta
Buona Forchetta has been recognized by many for making the best pizza in town. Sure, sure…you may like a different style of pizza better…we get...
Cauldron Ice Cream Grand Opening On Convoy This Week!
Cauldron Ice Cream is hot, and there have been a LOT of people eagerly awaiting the opening of a San Diego location! Well…wait no further, Cauldron...
See The Kooks At The Observatory North Park
The Kooks is a pop-rock, alternative-rock combo formed in Brighton, England. Arriving a good decade after the peak of Brit-pop, the new millennial rockers revived...
365 Day Dry Aged Beef Dinner
It is the culmination of our year-long 365 Day Dry Aged Beef Project, and to cap it off we are bringing you an intimate dinner...
Prohibition Supper Club Features Brugal 1888
Welcome to Prohibition Supper Club, an exclusive dinner + cocktails event. Enjoy four courses of Brugal 1888 cocktails and Brugal 1888 inspired dishes. Join us...
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