The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of July 20, 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.
Your Guide To This Week’s San Diego Concerts
We have classic acts from the early ‘90s and ‘00s as well as some fresh faces gracing San Diego this week. Try a sampling of...
The Best Deals This Week In San Diego
Look no further! We have this week’s best deals in San Diego—all in one place, just for you. Food and Drink https://www.instagram.com/p/BR1NuvZBUdS/?taken-by=westsidetaphouse 59 Percent Off...
Vaud And The Villains Put On A Spectacle Of A Show At The Belly Up
Vaud and the Villains is an 18 piece orchestra and cabaret show (woah – impressive!). Their performance is loosely themed as a “traveling medicine show”: 50%...
Afroman Brings His Legendary Songs To San Diego!
#Throwback! If you weren’t jamming in the early 2000s to rapper Afroman’s upbeat and fun songs, then it’s not too late to redeem yourself! Wednesday, March...
A Mosh Of Music At The House Of Blues
On Thursday, March 23rd, head over to the House Of Blues for an awesome mosh of live music. There will be jam sessions from local tribute bands...
This New Non-Profit Is Making (Latte) Waves. Don’t Miss Their Launch Party!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BR3xWxXF4TF/?tagged=latteart The San Diego Coffee Training Institute (SDCTI) is a new and innovative organization making waves in the non-profit scene. The group’s mission is simple,...
Go On A Musical Journey Of Las Vegas With Singer Chadwick Johnson
On Thursday, March 23rd, singer & songwriter Chadwick Johnson will be putting on quite the show at Martinis Above Fourth Table + Stage (MA4). Beyond the intrigue of his...
Today Marks The First Day Of Spring…Which Means The Butterflies Are Back!
The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming and the butterflies are out! That’s right, Spring is here and you need to hit up the Butterfly Jungle...
Celebrate Spring San Diegan Style At The Taco And Tequila Music Festival!
In case you didn’t know, consider this a public service announcement that Spring is here and it’s time to celebrate! And we’ve got just the...
Looking For That Perfect Spring Outfit? You Can’t Go Wrong At These San Diego Boutiques!
The rain is finally slowing down, and the sun is out! That can only mean one thing: It’s time to go shopping! We asked our...
Watch Your Favorite Flicks Poolside At The Dive-In
Every Wednesday at 8pm, the Pearl Hotel’s “Dive-in Theatre” features an awesome flick under the stars. Movies are projected onto a large screen overlooking the...
Carlsbad Is About To Get A Major (And Delicious) Upgrade
The burgeoning Carlsbad Village is about to sprout one serious upgrade! Slated to open April 2017, Park 101 will reveal an expansive 8,000 sq. ft....
In Memory Of Big Josh
In July of 2016, the local bar industry was struck with some hard news. A fellow bartender, Joshua Gehlbach, known to most as “Big Josh”...
The Jamaican Prime Minister’s Brother Is A Reggae Star! Watch Mighty Mystic LIVE At Winstons!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BQN-m8zFfNW/?taken-by=mightymystic Did you know the Jamaican Prime Minister’s brother is a reggae star!? Kevin Mark Holness, better known as Mighty Mystic, is a Jamaican born, Boston-based...
Allison Crutchfield Performs Debut Album LIVE At Blonde
Alabama-born indie rock musician Allison Crutchfield is known for forming notable bands such as P.S. Eliot and Bad Banana, but now she’s going solo and this is a...
Seriously Step Up Your Social Media Game At Social Media Marketing World 2017
You have, like, thousands of followers on Twitter, right?? Get some more! Join 3,000 fellow marketers at the Social Media Marketing World mega-conference. Brought to...
The San Diego Music Awards Are Going Down At The House Of Blues
Tuesday, March 21st, the 26th annual San Diego Music Awards (SDMA) will be going down at the House Of Blues, and we’ve got all the info...
Horseback Riding Is Back At Warner Springs Ranch Resort
Cut to you, riding horseback, alone on a much needed “me day” or with your significant other on an uber romantic date, warm breeze blowing...
Wu-Tang Clan Is ‘Bringing The Ruckus’ LIVE To The Observatory North Park
Wu-Tang Clan is in the house! The legendary NYC-based rap group composed of RZA, GZA, Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta...
Six Fantastic Fine-Dining Restaurants To Try In North County
From miles of sunshine-filled, sandy beaches, to endlessly epic hiking trails and natural preserves, San Diego’s North County area abounds in both the picturesque and...
The Red Hot Chili Peppers Move Concert To March 21st
The fine rockers of Red Hot Chili Peppers are coming to Valley View Casino Center! Due to band member illness, they’ve rescheduled their show to...
SOLD OUT – 2017 Archipelago Ride
The 2017 Arch Ride is SOLD OUT at 300 riders! Thanks to everyone for their overwhelming response! If you missed out this year, we are...
Snag Amazing Boards And A Chance To Meet Old School Pros At The Skater-Trader 2017
Sk8Supply’s epic Skater-Trader event has been around since 2002, and on Saturday, March 18th, the 2017 installment is coming in hot! Come out to Sk8Supply to see...
Bad Religion Will Be Rocking Out At HOB This Weekend
Icons of West Coast punk rock are set to play at House of Blues in San Diego this weekend! Bad Religion was formed in Los...
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