The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of September 28, 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.

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

Mastro’s Ocean Club Brings High-End Luxury Dining to the Embarcadero

Mastro’s Ocean Club has officially opened its first San Diego location, marking the brand’s 10th California outpost with a stunning waterfront restaurant that accommodates up...

San Diego Gets Its First Direct-to-Consumer Local Food Marketplace

Farm-to-table food lovers, San Diego has a new marketplace bringing food from local farms directly to your table, and we love it! Navore Market has...

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Natural Products Community Adds Yoga to Their Morning Coffee Ritual

Naturally San Diego (NSD) is mixing up their popular Coffee + Convos networking event with a twist that perfectly captures San Diego’s wellness culture. The...

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Hard Rock’s Liquid Sunshine Gets a Major Fashion Upgrade

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego’s Liquid Sunshine day club is adding serious style to their Saturday lineup with a swimwear show featuring six impressive brands....

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Oceanside’s Historic Yellow House Gets a Stunning New Life

The Victorian at Hill Street has opened as part of the new Hill Street Courtyard, transforming Oceanside’s beloved historic Wetzel House into something truly special....

Ballast Point Gets a Major Upgrade With New San Diego Partnership

Ballast Point just announced a major new investment that has us genuinely excited about what’s coming next for this San Diego brewing institution. The pioneering...

Manchester Grand Hyatt Goes All Out for Labor Day Weekend

Manchester Grand Hyatt is sending summer off in style with a Labor Day Weekend celebration that perfectly captures why we love San Diego’s waterfront scene....

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Sip Italian Wine and History Among the Gardens

San Diego Botanic Garden

There’s something magical about combining great wine with beautiful surroundings, and the Wine Tasting and History evening at San Diego Botanic Garden delivers on both...

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Score Big at Home Start’s National Thrift Store Day Celebration

We love a good thrift find, and this weekend gives us the perfect excuse to dive into some serious secondhand shopping. Home Start’s Thrift Boutique in...

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Baja’s Street Food Scene Takes Over Rancho Valencia

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

Sometimes the best culinary experiences happen when worlds collide, and that’s exactly what’s going down at Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa. Baja Wine + Food...

San Diego’s Most Spine-Tingling Ghost Stories and Haunted Hotspots

Sure, we all know San Diego for its perfect beaches, craft beer scene, and year-round sunshine. But once the sun sets over the Pacific, our...

San Diego’s Rooftop Lounges With the Best Sunset Vibes

San Diego’s got that golden hour magic on lockdown, and what better way to soak it up than from a killer rooftop lounge with a...

SDMA Drops Two Must-See Photography Exhibitions This August

The San Diego Museum of Art and MOPA@SDMA are rolling out an impressive photography lineup that’s got us genuinely excited about spending more time in...

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Wave FC Teams Up With Fire-Rescue Foundation for Community Night

Snapdragon Stadium

San Diego Wave FC and the Fire-Rescue Foundation have joined forces for what promises to be an incredible game with serious community impact. When the...

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San Diego’s Best Places to Watch the Sunrise

Okay, let’s be honest—most of us are more familiar with San Diego’s sunset game than its sunrise situation. But if you’re one of those early...

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Local Artists Take Center Stage at The Mental Bar

The Mental Bar is hosting an art show that’s got us genuinely excited about discovering new local talent. This cozy coffee and wellness spot on...

Guide to Healthy Restaurants in San Diego

Your Guide to the Best Healthy Restaurants in San Diego

San Diego’s dining scene has always been about more than just great weather and ocean views—it’s about embracing a lifestyle that makes you feel as...

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The Capital of Craft Converges: San Diego Craft Beer Con Returns to Cardiff

San Diego Craft Beer Con is making its highly anticipated return, and this year’s lineup perfectly captures why our city earned the title The Capital...

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Three-Michelin-Starred Dominique Crenn Collaborates With Matsu

When Chef Dominique Crenn joins Chef William Eick for a one-night dinner at Matsu, we’re witnessing something truly unprecedented in San Diego’s dining landscape. This...