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.
Jewels of the Sea: A Jellyfish Experience
SeaWorld San Diego Debuts Jewels of the Sea: A Jellyfish Experience
Dive into the mysterious world of jellyfish as SeaWorld San Diego introduces Jewels of the Sea: A Jellyfish Experience! This one-of-a-kind exhibit offers an immersive...
In Losing Sleep, I Painted exhibition
Oceanside Museum of Art Presents “In Losing Sleep, I Painted” by Mary Jhun
Step into the surreal world of artist Mary Jhun as the Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) debuts the “In Losing Sleep, I Painted” exhibition. Through...
Father Joe's Villages
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Father Joe’s Villages Hosts Blanket Drive to Support San Diego’s Unhoused Community
Thousands of people experiencing homelessness will receive the gift of warmth this season as Father Joe’s Villages and Team Mulvaney host the eighth annual “Warm...
New on View at MCASD
New on View at MCASD: “Celestial and Terrestrial Worlds” and “Land and Sea”
New on View at MCASD brings fresh perspectives to the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego’s renowned collection with two thematic exhibitions—”Celestial and Terrestrial Worlds”...
San Diego's diverse wildlife
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Blue Water Film Festival Hosts Screening of San Diego: America’s Wildest City
San Diego’s diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes take center stage at this year’s Blue Water Film Festival, where local filmmakers Nathan Dappen and David Hutchinson...
Head Brewer Kyle Fjalstad first beer
Original 40 Brewing Unveils a Fresh West Coast IPA by New Head Brewer Kyle Fjalstad
Original 40 Brewing Company kicked off a bold new chapter with Wired Fences West Coast IPA, the first release from Head Brewer Kyle Fjalstad since...
Baja’s Spring Wine Releases
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Valle’s Ring-In-Spring: A Celebration of Baja Wines and Seasonal Cuisine
Celebrate the arrival of spring at Valle’s Ring-In-Spring, an exclusive one-night-only dining event showcasing Baja’s Spring Wine Releases alongside a seasonal four-course tasting menu by...
2025 Top Italian Restaurants Guide
Cori Pastificio Trattoria Earns Prestigious Three Forks Distinction!
San Diego’s culinary scene just earned a major win—Cori Pastificio Trattoria has been awarded the prestigious Three Forks distinction in the 2025 Top Italian Restaurants...
2 guys and boxes of shoes
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Kobey’s Sneaker & Vintage Clothing Swap Meet Returns!
Sneakerheads, vintage lovers, and treasure hunters—get ready! Kobey’s Sneaker & Vintage Clothing Swap Meet is back, bringing together America’s largest sneaker and vintage clothing swap...
Spring in Temecula Wine Valley
Spring in Temecula Wine Valley: New Wineries, Seasonal Sips, and More
Spring in Temecula Wine Valley is in full bloom, making it the perfect time to explore this vibrant wine region. With a highly anticipated new...
local vintage and maker vendors
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Vintage Social Club SD Brings a Must-Shop Market to Normal Heights
  • Normal Heights Masonic Center
Get ready to shop ‘til you drop at the Vintage Social Club SD market, where some of the best local vintage and maker vendors will...
Copa Airlines
Copa Airlines Launches New Nonstop Flights From Panama City to San Diego
Copa Airlines is bringing new nonstop flights from Panama City to San Diego, making it easier than ever to connect Southern California with Central and...
Communion Sunday Brunch menu
Sunday Brunch Arrives at Communion
Communion Sunday Brunch is making its debut at the top of Mission Hills, offering a whimsical Sunday brunch menu with epic city views. Chefs Mike...
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Oddities Flea Market Brings Spine-Chilling Treasures to San Diego for the First Time
  • Julep Venue
The Oddities Flea Market is making its highly anticipated San Diego debut, bringing together the most sought-after vendors in the world of the weird, wonderful,...
Oxford Social Club March lineup
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Oxford Social Club’s March Lineup Brings Unmissable Nights to the Gaslamp
  • Oxford Social Club
The Oxford Social Club March lineup is stacked with top DJs, high-energy afterparties, and exclusive events, making San Diego’s go-to nightlife destination the place to...
Annual Wine Festival & Chocolate Decadence
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Sip & Savor at Pechanga’s Annual Wine Festival & Chocolate Decadence
  • Pechanga Resort & Casino
Wine lovers and chocolate enthusiasts, get ready for an indulgent afternoon at Pechanga Resort Casino’s 15th Annual Wine Festival & Chocolate Decadence! This beloved event...
Karl Strauss Brewing Company Downtown San Diego location
Karl Strauss Brewing Co. Reopens its Original Downtown San Diego Location
After a major remodel, Karl Strauss Brewing Company reopens its Downtown San Diego location, bringing a fresh new look to the space that started it...
The 8 Top Chinese Takeout Restaurants in San Diego
Sometimes, nothing hits the spot like some solid Chinese takeout – whether you’re craving crispy orange chicken, slurp-worthy noodles, or dumplings that disappear way too...
Union Hall Gallery’s Fine Art and Craft Sale
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Union Hall Gallery Hosts Fine Art & Craft Sale to Support LA Artists Affected by Wildfires
The San Diego Arts Community is coming together for a meaningful cause at Union Hall Gallery’s Fine Art and Craft Sale. This special fundraiser will...
three of today’s most exciting chefs
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Marisi x KOLI x Ixi’im: A One-Night-Only Culinary Collaboration
Marisi in La Jolla will host an unforgettable world-class culinary tasting, bringing together three of today’s most exciting chefs for a rare collaboration that blends...
Cardiff Farmer's Market anniversary
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Cardiff Farmer’s Market Turns Two!
Cardiff Farmer’s Market’s 2nd anniversary is here, and we’re all invited to celebrate! This weekly Certified Farmer’s Market will mark two years of supporting San...
Hawthorne Country Store Celebrates Chicktopia
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Chicktopia Returns: Hawthorne Country Store’s Annual Chick Day
  • Hawthorne Country Store
Spring is here, and that means it’s time for Chicktopia at Hawthorne Country Store! All three locations in Escondido, Fallbrook, and Santee will host a...
America’s Sweetest Run
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America’s Sweetest Run Returns
  • PETCO Park
Hot Chocolate Run San Diego, America’s Sweetest Run, is back, bringing an unforgettable mix of fitness and chocolate to Petco Park. Whether you’re up for...
state-of-the-art performance space
Cygnet Theatre Unveils its 21st Season at The Joan, a Stunning New Home in Liberty Station
A bold new chapter begins as Cygnet Theatre’s 21st Season launches in a state-of-the-art performance space at The Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center...
Upcoming Events
Pickleball and Cornhole Tournament
OMBAC Brings Pickleball and Cornhole Tournament to Downtown Chula Vista
November 15, 2025
10:00 am
  • Third Avenue Village
Old Mission Beach Athletic Club is taking over Third Avenue in downtown Chula Vista for a full day of pickleball and cornhole, and this isn’t...
Mission Trails Holiday Marketplace
Mission Trails Holiday Marketplace Goes Two Days This Year
November 15, 2025
9:00 am
  • Mission Trails Regional Park
Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation is expanding its Holiday Marketplace to a full weekend, and if you’ve been looking for a way to shop local...
San Diego Civic Theatre event
World Ballet Company Brings Cinderella to Civic Theatre
November 14, 2025
7:00 pm
  • Civic Theater
World Ballet Company is staging Cinderella at the Civic Theatre, and if you’re thinking this is going to be a small-scale production, think again. We’re...
The Waverly five-year anniversary
The Waverly Celebrates Five Years in Cardiff
November 13, 2025
6:00 pm
The Waverly is hitting its five-year mark, and instead of just posting something on Instagram and calling it a day, they’re throwing a proper anniversary...
san diego veteran's day parade
San Diego Veterans Day Parade Honors WWII’s 80th Anniversary
November 11, 2025
10:00 am
The San Diego Veterans Day Parade, sponsored by Verizon, is centering its 2025 event around a significant milestone—the 80th anniversary of the end of World...