The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of October 12, 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.

San Diego Museum of Art Renovation Gains Momentum With Design Award and Local Partnership

The San Diego Museum of Art just picked up the Signature Project Design Award for Museum Renovation and announced a partnership with local firm Safdie...

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Nautical Nightmares Brings a Pirate-Themed Halloween Party to Margaritaville’s Rooftop

Halloween night usually means choosing between bar-hopping downtown or hitting up a house party, but Margaritaville Hotel San Diego is offering a third option that’s...

The Forum Carlsbad Halloween Spectacular

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The Forum Carlsbad’s Halloween Spooktacular Brings the Tricks and Treats

The Forum Carlsbad

If you’re still mapping out your Halloween weekend plans, The Forum Carlsbad just made the decision easier. Their annual Halloween Spooktacular is coming back this...

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Plaza Paseo Real’s Halloween Spooktacular Is Back for Some Family-Friendly Fun

Halloween season is officially here, and Plaza Paseo Real in Carlsbad is pulling out all the stops with their annual Halloween Spooktacular. Whether you’ve got...

San Diego Opera’s Opera Uncorked Makes Opera Actually Approachable

San Diego Opera is bringing back Opera Uncorked, their casual series that breaks down what you’re about to see without making you feel like you...

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Harvest Fest at Julian Farm and Orchard Brings Fall to the Backcountry

There’s something about driving up to Julian in the fall that immediately feels different from the rest of San Diego. The air changes, the landscape...

October Means Kids Are Free at the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park

Both the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park are making October way more affordable for families by offering free admission for kids 11 and younger...

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San Diego Zoo’s HalGLOween Returns for After-Dark Adventures

San Diego Zoo

The San Diego Zoo is transforming into a glowing wonderland every weekend in October with HalGLOween, their after-dark event that’s been a hit with families...

san diego zoo safari park autumn festival

San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s Autumn Festival Brings Fall Vibes to the Valley

The Safari Park is leaning hard into autumn every Saturday and Sunday in October with their Autumn Festival, and honestly, it’s a smart move for...

Grand Restaurant Group Partners With Chef Alex Carballo to Revitalize Alejandra’s Cantina

Grand Restaurant Group just made a move that could reshape their entire portfolio by bringing Chef Alex Carballo on as Chef Partner. This isn’t just...

Ilan-Lael Foundation’s Expanded Tours Open James Hubbell’s World to Us

The Ilan-Lael Foundation just made it way easier to experience James Hubbell’s incredible compound near Julian. They’ve expanded their docent-led tours through the end of...

La Jolla Music Society Locks in Inon Barnatan Through 2030

La Jolla Music Society just announced they’re keeping Inon Barnatan as SummerFest Music Director for another five years, and honestly? Best news we’ve heard all...

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Father Joe’s Villages Golf Classic: Swinging for San Diego’s Veterans

Father Joe’s Villages’ 5th Annual Golf Classic is happening at Grand Golf Club in Del Mar, and this tournament goes way beyond just a good...

La Jolla Music Society’s October Lineup Brings Jazz Legends to The Conrad

La Jolla Music Society’s October lineup is looking absolutely incredible this year. We’ve been keeping an eye on what’s happening at The Conrad, and honestly?...

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Breathe, Move, and Be Inspired at the Wellness Experience at MCASD

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

The Wellness Experience at MCASD is happening, and honestly, this is the perfect way to ease into your weekend. Picture doing yoga with the Pacific...

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: 3 SD Chefs Leading the Way

Hispanic Heritage Month gives us the perfect excuse to spotlight the culinary leaders who are bringing authentic regional Mexican flavors to San Diego, and the...

Scripps Pier Opens Its Gates for Science and Sunsets

Birch Aquarium’s Sunset Scripps Pier Walks are back, and honestly, this new guest experience might be one of the coolest ways to see La Jolla’s...

Best Restaurants in Old Town San Diego - Tahona

Guide to the Best Restaurants in Old Town San Diego

In this guide, we share the best restaurants in Old Town San Diego for every occasion—whether you want giant margaritas and mariachi bands, more sophisticated...

The dance floor at Bloom - one of the best nightclubs in San Diego Gaslamp.

The Best Nightclubs in San Diego: Gaslamp and Downtown

In the bustling streets of Gaslamp and Downtown San Diego, your nights are limited only by your energy and curiosity. From sports bars to speakeasies...

10 of the Best Coffee Shops in San Diego Where You Can Actually Get Work Done

Hey there, San Diego! It’s time to celebrate our favorite legal stimulant because National Coffee Day is just around the corner on September 29. So...

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Wine Girl Brings Its Instagram-Ready Wine Bar Concept to the Gaslamp

Wine Girl is finally making its way to San Diego after building a solid following in Scottsdale and Napa Valley, opening in the Gaslamp in...

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Nerissa Sounds Brings Jazz Brunch to San Diego Bay

There’s something about September in San Diego that makes dining outdoors feel essential, and the husband-and-wife team behind Zolna Yachts gets it. Shari and Amos...

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The Grass Skirt’s Tiki Luau Returns With All-Inclusive Island Vibes

The Grass Skirt

The Grass Skirt in Pacific Beach is bringing back their signature summer send-off with an all-inclusive tropical celebration that’s become a local tradition. This eighth...

Guide to the Best Restaurants in San Diego’s Little Italy Neighborhood

In this guide, we share the best restaurants in San Diego’s Little Italy neighborhood for every occasion—whether you want to grab a quick coffee and...

See a Living Legend Perform at the Rady Shell – Bob Dylan Comes to San Diego

June 21, 2026

6:30 pm

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Bob Dylan is coming to San Diego – and with nearly six decades of music behind him, a Dylan concert is never just a concert....

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Family enjoying Father's Day gondola cruise through the Coronado Cays

Take Dad on a Gondola Cruise Through the Coronado Cays This Father’s Day

June 21, 2026

10:00 am

The Gondola Company has a better Father’s Day plan than anything you’ll find at the mall. A Venetian-style cruise through the scenic Coronado Cays, cold...

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Ritual: Solstice - Immersive Music and Art Experience

Mark the Summer Solstice With a Night of Art and Jazz at Liberty Station

June 20, 2026

8:30 pm

Immerse yourself in the magic of RITUAL SOLSTICE at Liberty Station – a captivating fusion of art, sound, and atmosphere awaits you.

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Ziggy Marley performing live on the Brightside Tour 2026 in San Diego

Catch Ziggy Marley Live at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre

June 20, 2026

8:00 pm

Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre

Ziggy Marley is bringing his Brightside Tour to San Diego for a night of live reggae at one of the city’s best outdoor venues. Supporting...

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Reset and Reconnect at the Ikigai Wellness Retreat at the Japanese Friendship Garden

June 20, 2026

4:00 pm

Japanese Friendship Garden

If you’ve been craving a full reset that feels intentional, this one’s worth clearing your calendar for. The Ikigai Wellness Retreat is coming to the...

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