Juan Jasper in San Diego's Golden Hill neighborhood

The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of June 29, 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.
Everyday California summer marine adventures
Everyday California Offers Perfect End-of-Summer Adventures
End-of-summer for the rest of the country means the start of San Diego Summer for us, and it’s the perfect time to explore our amazing...
RETNA solo exhibition
RETNA Explores Love and Healing in Intimate New Solo Exhibition
RETNA is presenting his most personal body of work to date at Madison Gallery with “LOVE LETTER | CARTA DE AMOR,” a solo exhibition that...
Sunset Cliffs Auto Show
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Experience Community-Focused Car Culture at the Sunset Cliffs Auto Show
The Sunset Cliffs Auto Show is transforming Point Loma Avenue and Sunset Cliffs Boulevard into a community celebration that combines classic cars with family-friendly activities...
The Corpse Flower at the San Diego Botanic Garden
San Diego Botanic Garden’s Corpse Flower is Blooming!
San Diego Botanic Garden’s corpse flower has started its inaugural bloom, creating excitement for plant enthusiasts and curious visitors alike. This particular Amorphophallus titanum was...
Wild Horses Festival 2025 petco park san diego
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Wild Horses Returns With Mumford & Sons Leading December Stadium Show
  • PETCO Park
Wild Horses is bringing its fifth edition to Petco Park with Mumford & Sons headlining a lineup that showcases the festival’s commitment to modern folk,...
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French Market is Back at San Diego’s Waterfront
The French-American Chamber of Commerce of SoCal is hosting the second edition of their French Market at San Diego’s waterfront location. This cultural celebration brings...
best live music venues in San Diego
The Best Live Music Venues in San Diego
San Diego’s live music scene is as diverse as the city itself—from intimate dive bars where you can practically touch the stage to massive outdoor...
celebration of island culture
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Feel the Island Vibes at the Holo Holo Music Festival
  • PETCO Park
Holo Holo Music Festival is bringing island and reggae music back to Gallagher Square at Petco Park for a two-day celebration that combines live performances...
San Diego Made Summer Market
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San Diego Made Summer Market Brings Crafty Festivities to Liberty Station
  • NTC Park
San Diego Made Summer Market is bringing over 120 curated local makers and artisans to NTC Park at Liberty Station for a two-day creative festival....
Margaritaville san diego live music program
Margaritaville Hotel Launches Multi-Venue Live Music Program
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter has expanded its entertainment offerings with a comprehensive live music program spanning both LandShark Bar & Grill and the...
Margaritaville san diego
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Throws Weekend Celebration for Music Education
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is hosting their annual Day of Service with a multi-day celebration supporting the San Diego Music Foundation through their...
Sanctuary Beach Resort National Dog Day offering
Treat Your Pup With Sanctuary Beach Resort’s Sandy Paws Package
The Sanctuary Beach Resort is celebrating our furry friends with a lineup that includes dog psychic readings, gourmet canine dining, and beachside amenities designed specifically...
Moonshine Flats Fall Concert Series
Moonshine Flats Cranks Up the Country Heat With Fall Concert Series
Moonshine Flats is bringing chart-topping country acts and rising stars to downtown San Diego with a fall concert series that promises electric energy and crowd-pleasing...
La Jolla Music Society Winter Season
La Jolla Music Society Unveils Star-Studded 2025-26 Winter Season
La Jolla Music Society has announced single ticket sales for their 2025–26 Winter Season, delivering a remarkable lineup that spans classical superstars, jazz legends, cutting-edge...
Omni La Costa dog days of summer offerings
Omni La Costa Goes Paws-itively All Out for Dog Days of Summer
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is rolling out the red carpet for four-legged guests with Dog Days of Summer, a five-day celebration that treats...
Camino Fest 2025 at Camino Riviera
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Savor the Flavor at Camino Fest 2025
  • Camino Riviera
Camino Fest 2025 is transforming Camino Riviera into an exclusive celebration that combines divine cuisine, craft cocktails, premium spirits, and live entertainment in one unforgettable...
Surf Art: Exploring California's Coastal Culture
Oceanside’s Cultural Powerhouses Unite for Groundbreaking Surf Art Exhibition
Oceanside Museum of Art and The California Surf Museum are joining forces for their first collaborative exhibition, “Surf Art: Exploring California’s Coastal Culture,” celebrating Southern...
Gelato Sweet Spot
Gelato Sweet Spot Brings Willy Wonka Vibes to Poway
Gelato Sweet Spot is opening its flagship location in Poway with an experiential approach that transforms frozen yogurt into a full-blown adventure. This 2,000-square-foot pink...
CLUE: A Walking Mystery at UC San Diego
CLUE Comes to Life in an Epic Campus Adventure
CLUE: A Walking Mystery transforms UC San Diego into a real-life board game where we become the detectives tracking down clues across iconic campus landmarks....
Where to Find the Best Korean BBQ in San Diego
Where to Find the Best Korean BBQ in San Diego
If you’ve never experienced Korean BBQ, prepare for one of the most social and satisfying dining experiences San Diego has to offer. We’re talking about...
Best Farmers Markets in San Diego County
The Best Farmers Markets in San Diego County
San Diego’s year-round growing season and abundant sunshine create the perfect recipe for some of the most incredible farmers markets in California. With nearly 5,100...
Labor Day Weekend at Campland on the Bay
Campland and Mission Bay RV Resort Celebrate Labor Day Weekend
Campland on the Bay and Mission Bay RV Resort are sending summer off in style with four days of non-stop entertainment, live music, and waterfront...
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
Del Mar Racetrack Enters the Final Stretch: Pacific Classic, Family Fun Day & More
The wait is over—San Diego’s iconic seaside racetrack is back with its signature blend of world-class racing, epic trackside events, and sun-soaked coastal vibes. The...
woman playing tennis
Sports Illustrated Brings Elite Women’s Competition to Oceanside
Sports Illustrated has announced the first wave of all-star athletes competing in the inaugural 2025 SI Women’s Games at Frontwave Arena this fall. The six-day...
Upcoming Events
The Art of Beer San Diego
The Art of Beer Is Coming to Little Italy and It Looks Like a Really Good Time
March 14, 2026
12:00 pm
  • Ballast Point: Little Italy
San Diego has always had a serious craft beer culture. The Art of Beer is celebrating exactly that. It is not just what’s in the...
Pizza Port solana beach anniversary
Pizza Port Solana Beach Celebrates 39 Years With a Parking Lot Party
March 14, 2026
12:00 pm
Pizza Port Solana Beach is turning 39 years young, and they’re celebrating the way they know best – with fresh beer, live music, BBQ, and...
Susan G. Komen San Diego’s Impact Luncheon Celebrates Survivors and Progress
March 13, 2026
11:00 am
Susan G. Komen San Diego is hosting its annual Impact Luncheon, bringing together survivors, advocates, medical leaders, and community partners for an afternoon that celebrates...
Animal Crossing with Birch Aquarium
Game Night at Birch Aquarium Brings Animal Crossing to Life After Hours
March 12, 2026
6:00 pm
  • Birch Aquarium
If you’ve ever wanted to see the worlds of gaming and ocean science collide, Game Night at Birch Aquarium is making it happen. This special...
special Mutt Menu at Madison
Wednesday Nights Just Got a Whole Lot Better at Madison on Park
March 11, 2026
5:00 pm
  • 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...