The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of November 2, 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.

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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...

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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...

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...

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...

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....

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

“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, 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...

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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...

Hotel Solea Opens in Carlsbad, Bringing a Fresh Coastal Escape to North County

Hotel Solea has officially opened in Carlsbad, debuting as a reimagined 201-room lifestyle destination within Marriott Bonvoy’s Autograph Collection. Formerly the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort, the...

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San Diego’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival is Back in Balboa Park

Balboa Park

Green outfits, Irish music, and a full day in Balboa Park – San Diego’s 44th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival is ready to...

The 10 Best Irish Bars in San Diego

Hey there, San Diego! Feeling lucky? You should be because we’ve got some seriously amazing Irish pubs right in our backyard! Whether you’re craving a...

Rooftop Live Music Is Back at Andaz San Diego

Spring evenings in the Gaslamp just got an upgrade. Andaz San Diego has launched a new rooftop live music series, and it is already shaping...

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Hockey, Craft Beer, and Good Causes – Pucks & Pints Is Back at Bay City Brewing

Pechanga Arena San Diego

San Diego has a knack for combining things we love, and Pucks & Pints might be the best example of that. This annual charity event...

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L’Auberge Uncorked: Sip Your Way Through a Perfect Seaside Afternoon in Del Mar

L’Auberge Del Mar

Del Mar has always had a way of making everything feel a little more special, and the second annual L’Auberge Uncorked is no exception. This...

Bivouac Ciderworks Un/Grounded exhibition

Un/Grounded: A Photography and Painting Exhibition at Bivouac Ciderworks

North Park nights just got a little more thoughtful. This March, Bivouac Ciderworks is hosting Un/Grounded, the second duo exhibition from multidisciplinary artists JenMarie Landig...

James Beard Award-winning chefs Rancho Bernardo Inn

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54 Hours of James Beard Magic – Rancho Bernardo Inn’s Epic Culinary Weekend is Back

North County San Diego is about to have a seriously delicious few days. Rancho Bernardo Inn is bringing back its celebrated culinary festival, now reimagined...

San Diego Symphony performing Pirates of the Caribbean in Concert

Hear Zimmer’s Pirates Score Live on the Bay

August 28, 2026

7:30 pm

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

The San Diego Symphony Orchestra is bringing Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl to the big screen while performing Klaus Badelt...