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.
Del Mar Is About To Throw A Pizza & Beer Extravaganza!
We’ve never been happier to be San Diegans… The next three weeks are filled with one of the most amazing parts of life: PIZZA! If you...
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Are Back In San Diego
https://www.instagram.com/p/BPkyyQ2jzAJ/?taken-by=bonethugsnharmony_ No crossroads about it; Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and Dogg Pound are coming to the Observatory North Park on Friday, August 25th and there’s nowhere else...
Estancia La Jolla Brought Us All Goodies From Herradura Tequila!
Image source: MexConnect In the beautiful scenery of Amatitán, Jalisco, Mexico lies one of the world’s largest tequila distilleries, makers of Tequila Herradura. Every year, San Diego’s...
Why We’re Freaking Out About Marvel Universe LIVE…
I would say I am a totally normal female. I watch my fair share of rom-coms, I love my daily dose of chocolate, I appreciate...
Ladies And Gents, The Apple Gates Are About To Open!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BJi9zc2D2Ww/?taken-by=volcanvalleyapplefarm Your doctor is about to really miss you! But you won’t be missing him! Instead, you’ll be buried in delicious apples courtesy of Volcan...
You Still Have A Chance To Kick It With Dropkick Murphys At Petco Park
In case you are experiencing a withdrawal of Celtic punk, we have happy news to announce: https://www.instagram.com/p/BX4AjbDBp0L/?taken-by=dropkickmurphys Tickets are still available to kick it with...
Founder Of World’s First Whiskey Sommelier School Hosts Delicious Tasting At Dobson’s
https://www.instagram.com/p/BXRcGVLh88u/?taken-by=bourbonblog   Whiskey lovers rejoice! Dobson’s and Why Whiskey are teaming up this Wednesday, August 23rd, to offer you the tastiest of treats. At this midweek...
The Great American Eclipse – The Best Viewing Party In San Diego
August 21st certainly won’t be full of the regular Monday blues. That’s right. You’re gonna need to head to the office late so you can...
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Time To Hop On The Coaster To Carlsbad Music Festival!
Ladies and gents, it’s time to take the Coaster to the 14th Carlsbad Music Festival! I mean, you don’t have to… if you hate craft beer,...
The San Diego Spot For The Mad Men That Live Inside Us 
Deep in the streets of downtown San Diego, you’ll find a 130 year-old blend of class and style — a soul-filled slice of urban charm...
Voted Best Pool Party Of 2016 – The ‘Suds Social’ Returns!
You guys. In San Diego, we have the best beer and the best weather. Do we not!? So why not celebrate them together by the...
Your Next Meal Should Be In A Trailer Park
The thing about inspiration is that it can come from anywhere — even from a trailer park. https://www.instagram.com/p/BWV_FjSgp3H/?taken-by=trailerparkafterdark Trailer Park After Dark is the newest...
A Filipino Heritage Pre-Game Party With The San Diego Padres
https://www.instagram.com/p/BXzTT7vnCC3/?taken-by=padres As you may know, on Saturday, August 19th, The San Diego Padres are taking on the Washington Nationals at Petco Park! And to add extra...
Snap Back To The ’80s At This Gorgeous Bay Concert Series
The longest running ’80s retro tour of its kind, The Lost ’80s hits the stage at Humphrey’s Concerts By The Bay. And boy do we...
Is Your Ride Sexy Enough For This Pin-Up Show?!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BSjzN1SjPzb/?taken-by=pinupculture On Saturday, August 19th, fire up those pistons, get the pin-ups in the seat and cruise on down to the biggest car and motorcycle...
Yoga, Live Music, Beer Gardens And Charity At Waterfront Park
https://www.instagram.com/p/BXRpnmJjsVo/?taken-by=theonelovemovement Let’s take you down a little list of words. As you read each word, say out loud to yourself “I like this” or “I...
The Deals You Need This Week In San Diego
We love you, San Diego. And we want to make your life better. That’s why we scour through endless deals each week to find you the...
Your Mid-Week Happy Hour Has Arrived: Backyard Kitchen & Tap
It’s that time of the week again! Resident cocktail connoisseurs, @CocktailNomad here to bring you the happy hour spot of the week! Whether you’re looking for a mid-week...
Oceanside Day At Petco Park With Padres V Nationals
https://www.instagram.com/p/BXwji84hNOh/?tagged=sandiegopadres The Padres will take on the Washington Nationals on Friday, August 18th at 7:10 p.m. and the City of Oceanside Parks & Recreation is...
theNAT Brings A Spooky Twist To #BalboaParkAfterDark This Week!
Like you some spooky kind of fun? Then this week’s installment of #BalboaParkAfterDark is just for you! https://www.instagram.com/p/BXw6A92AV6U/?tagged=balboaparkafterdark The San Diego Natural History Museum (a.k.a....
Do You Know How To Steal A Million? Learn How Under The Stars Of Balboa Park.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BXpO0CYhJ-N/?tagged=howtostealamillion On Thursday, August 17th, head to the Botanical Lawn (east of the San Diego Museum of Art) to enjoy a lighthearted crime-caper comedy with Audrey...
Did You Know About The FRED Free Ride Service!?
When making a purchasing decision, why is that some of us see a more expensive option and assume that is the one we need!? Like, what...
A Food Lover’s Perfect Day In Kearny Mesa
Kearny Mesa is often overlooked by tourists, but any local will tell you this is the neighborhood to head to for any and every Asian...
A Night Of Fashion, Cocktails And Beautiful People At Float SD
https://www.instagram.com/p/BTIYNH-jZNk/?taken-by=hardrocksd Sometimes, you just need to pamper yourself with swanky lavishness. A nice break from the standard routine of our lives, such experiences refresh and energize...
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