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.
Shop Local, Shop Small At The Mom Made Market San Diego!
These moms know what’s up! Mom Made Market is back for its 3rd summer market in San Diego and they have a new location! https://www.instagram.com/p/BSzsRAMhMLA/?taken-by=themommademarketsd...
Yes… It’s Already Time For The Kentucky Derby! Good Thing Barleymash Is Throwing A Viewing Party, San Diego-Style
Holy first week of May! We have #MayThe4th, then Cinco de Drinko, followed immediately by the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 6th! If you’re as...
Time For Some Bikes, Boards And Brews (And Food)!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BEZLLpux3rO/?tagged=bikesboardsandbrews It’s time for some Bikes, Boards and Brews! This year, Discover Pacific Beach will be hosting the epic food and drink event overlooking the beautiful...
Food, Friends & Cocktails At Concept Two Seven Eight
Step inside Concept Two Seven Eight in Hillcrest, where each plate is locally sourced and imbedded with care, passion and a story. “I want it...
The Flaming Lips Are Going To Set SD On Fire!
The Flaming Lips are coming to the Observatory North Park on Sunday, May 7th, and we’re freaking out!! This American rock band, formed in Norman, Oklahoma...
Rhythm And Brews 2017 Is Right Around The Corner!
That’s right folks. The wait is over! The 6th Annual Rhythm & Brews Music and Craft Beer Festival is coming right up this Saturday, May 6th...
The First-Ever #BloomBash At The San Diego Museum Of Art
https://www.instagram.com/p/BSy4Xw7hcx5/?taken-by=sandiegomuseumofart Kick off your #ArtAlive weekend in style at #BloomBash, the official opening celebration for Art Alive 2017. On Friday, April 28th, see the museum...
Step Aboard The Sweetest And Gooeyist Chocolate Festival At The Maritime Museum!
It’s a festival of chocolate for Pete’s sake! Coming back for its 6th year of sweetness, the Chocolate Festival at the Maritime Museum of San...
The Big List Of Things To Do This Weekend In San Diego
April may be coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean the fun is over. Welcome summer with one of these events! Friday, April 28...
Kings Of Leon Has ‘California Waiting’ No More!
One of their first songs to ever be recorded, “California Waiting” doesn’t ring true to our sweet state this month! That’s right, folks. Kings of Leon...
5 Surprising Things You Can Get Quickly Delivered To Your Door In San Diego
Most people have had pizza or Chinese food delivered to their doorstep at some point during their lives. But did you know there’s a whole...
The Salumi Journey Of Chef Pete Balistreri 
On a foggy Tuesday morning at Liberty Station in Point Loma, we sit across the table from Pete Balistreri, the award-winning salumi maestro and Executive...
Going To Stagecoach This Weekend? You Need These…
Stagecoach, one of the biggest country music festivals, is THIS weekend, with headliners Dierks Bentley, Shania Twain, and Kenny Chesney! So grab your boots, and...
Meet San Diego Originals, The Dahl Family: Environmentalists, Community Activists And Global Surf Industry Leaders
Photo credit: Chad Thomas Surf-Industry Leaders The Dahl family is recognized world-wide for being at the forefront of wax research and application. From their “Sticky...
Here’s What You Can Rent For $2,500 In 8 San Diego Neighborhoods
There’s definitely a price to pay for living in America’s Finest City, but what that price will get you in different San Diego neighborhoods varies...
Your Guide To This Week’s San Diego Concerts
This is the weekend to find your musical soulmates. Between a metal swap meet, a guitar festival and indie rockers tuned-in to a different frequency—which...
Your Guide To This Week’s North County Concerts
Feeling dinner and a show? North County has eats and performances all in one place this weekend. Between the Street Fair in Encinitas and Irish...
The Best Deals This Week In San Diego
Spend the last week of April doing something special—at a great cost! Just for you, we’ve assembled this week’s best deals. Food and Drink https://www.instagram.com/p/BSfYSlPhw-m/?taken-by=kegnbottleusa...
#TacoTuesdayTakeover! The Infamous SP Divas Are Coming To Galaxy Taco
https://www.instagram.com/p/BTMlcnzhq4E/?taken-by=galaxytacosd Thats right folks! The dynamic duo from Specialty Produce will be in the house (the Galaxy Taco house) for a night of wild taco...
The San Diego Museum Of Art Is Coming Alive!!
The San Diego Museum of Art is coming alive!! https://www.instagram.com/p/BTRiXkGg3jl/?tagged=artalive2017 A loved and eagerly anticipated tradition, #ArtAlive 2017 celebrates its 36th year and the stunning...
Eclipse Chocolate Throws An Epic Game Night, Featuring The Hop-Cade!
Tuesday night is Hop-Cade night! Hop what, you ask? Hop-Cade! That means beer inspired, large-scale arcade games, all night! Not to mention, this is all going...
One Of The Most Unique Surf Festivals In The World, Right Here In San Diego. Don’t Miss It!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BTRcRWfDEz9/?taken-by=shaperstudios Shaper Studios and Vissla are once again making history with the 4th Annual Self Shape Surf Festival. And here’s the crazy unique thing about this...
City Heights Welcomes New Urban Hiking Trail System
When you think about hiking in San Diego, you likely plan to head away from the city, right? You may drive northeast to conquer the...
Your Kids Are Going To Love You For This One! The San Diego Kids Expo & Fair
Your kids are going to love you for this one! The San Diego Kids Expo and Fair is a two day event for kids and...
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