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.

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Medieval Festival at Serpentine Cider Brings Knights and Cider to San Diego

Huzzah! Time travel becomes reality this weekend at Serpentine Cider’s Medieval Festival. Step back to the Middle Ages for an afternoon of knights, maidens, craft...

Annual Art In The Village In Carlsbad Returns For Its 24th Year

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Art in the Village Celebrates 27 Years of Coastal Creativity in Carlsbad

Carlsbad Village

Two and a half decades of artistic excellence return to Carlsbad Village. Art in the Village celebrates its 27th year bringing together more than 150...

MOPA@SDMA Opens Powerful Exhibition Exploring Korean Adoptee Experience

Art meets personal narrative in one of this year’s most compelling exhibitions. “Mirae kh RHEE: Constellations” opens at MOPA@SDMA, presenting a deeply moving exploration of...

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Bro-Am Beach Fest 2025 Brings Grammy Winners and Good Vibes to Encinitas

Moonlight Beach

Summer kicks off with purpose and serious fun at Moonlight Beach. Bro-Am Beach Fest 2025 returns as a free, all-ages celebration that combines Grammy Award-winning...

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North City Celebrates National Go Skate Day With Ramp It Up Community Event

Wheels up, San Diego. North City is hosting Ramp It Up in honor of National Go Skate Day, bringing together skate culture, community spirit, and...

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Carruth Cellars’ Summer Solstice Barrel Tasting Returns to Liberty Station

Carruth Cellars

Wine lovers, the longest day of the year just got even better. Carruth Cellars brings back their Annual Summer Solstice Barrel Tasting Party at their...

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Beach, Please! Brings Drag, Drinks & Pride Celebration to Mission Beach

Get ready to slay your Saturday with glitter, sunshine, and fierce performances. Molly’s is hosting Beach, Please!, a spectacular Pride Brunch celebration that combines drag...

800 Broadway Brings Luxury Living to New Heights

800 Broadway, a brand-new mixed-use residential tower, has officially opened in Downtown San Diego, introducing 389 modern residences, three commercial spaces, and the city’s tallest...

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Coastal Elegance in Carlsbad at the California Wine Festival

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort

Wine lovers, your perfect weekend just arrived. The California Wine Festival returns to Carlsbad’s stunning Park Hyatt Aviara Resort for two days of exceptional wines,...

Authentic Hawaiian Magic at Catamaran Resort This Summer

The islands are calling, and you don’t need a plane ticket to answer. Catamaran Resort’s legendary Sunset Luaus on the Bay return, bringing authentic Hawaiian...

Little Italy

Barra Oliba Brings Bold Basque Flavors to Little Italy’s Dining Scene

San Diego got a serious culinary upgrade with Little Italy’s Barra Oliba, the Spanish-inspired bistro that opened late in 2024. The restaurant has already established...

The Mental Bar is hosting the Cars Coffee & Unity Cruise

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Cars Coffee & Unity Cruise Revs Up Community at The Mental Bar

Car enthusiasts and coffee lovers, your perfect Saturday morning awaits. The Mental Bar is hosting the Cars Coffee & Unity Cruise, combining automotive passion with...

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Grand Social’s Surf & Tiki Night Brings Island Vibes to Your Friday

Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Escape to the tropics without leaving San Diego. Grand Social’s Surf & Tiki Night transforms Friday evenings into an island getaway where surf rock energy...

Summer Solstice Sound Healing experience at San Diego Botanic Garden

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Summer Solstice Sound Healing at San Diego Botanic Garden Creates Magic in Encinitas

San Diego Botanic Garden

Something truly extraordinary is happening at the San Diego Botanic Garden this Friday evening. The longest day of the year calls for a celebration that...

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North Park’s First Juneteenth Block Party Celebrates Freedom Together

Louisiana Purchase

Louisiana Purchase is stepping up to co-host something truly special this year. The beloved neighborhood spot is partnering with High Definition Entertainment, Black San Diego,...

San Diego

Mission Bay Just Got a Taste of Italy With Bianchi Pizza & Pasta

The bayfront dining scene at Mission Bay has a new star, and we couldn’t be more excited about it. Bianchi Pizza & Pasta has opened...

Seabreeze Craft Chocolates is About to Make Your Sweet Tooth Very Happy

Seabreeze Craft Chocolates has been quietly perfecting the art of small-batch chocolate making, and now they’re launching their Summer Pastry Pop-Up that has us genuinely...

Mavericks Beach Club Just Leveled Up Pacific Beach With Brand New Sports Courts

Mavericks Beach Club on Garnet Avenue has been busy transforming their space, and the result is something we’ve been waiting for in Pacific Beach. They’ve...

Two New Dolphin Babies Just Made SeaWorld San Diego Even More Magical

SeaWorld San Diego just welcomed two adorable bottlenose dolphin calves! Jupiter and Phin are the newest stars of the park’s dolphin program, and watching these...

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Grand Ole BBQ Hosts Father’s Day Weekend Makers Market

The Grand Ole BBQ Makers Market is exactly what we need for last-minute Father’s Day gift hunting. I Heart Indie Markets is bringing together 20+...

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City Heights Street Food Festival Goes Free

The City Heights Street Food Festival is back for year five, and they’re making their biggest change yet—free admission for everyone. University Avenue between 37th...

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Movies in Memorial Brings Free Outdoor Cinema to Chula Vista

Downtown Chula Vista just launched something we’ve been hoping would happen—a proper outdoor movie series that doesn’t cost anything and actually shows films people want...

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Drag Me to the Beach: Duck Dive’s Friday Brunch Show

Duck Dive

Duck Dive is hosting a drag brunch show that’s bringing serious energy to our Friday morning, and we’re already planning our outfit. “Drag Me to...

The Malibu Barbie Cafe Rolls Into San Diego For The Summer

San Diego got a serious dose of pink when the Malibu Barbie Cafe opened at Bayside Kitchen and Bar. This isn’t just another themed restaurant—we’re...