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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.
San Diego International Jewish Film Festival
The San Diego International Jewish Film Festival is Back
Film lovers, mark your calendars! The 35th Annual San Diego International Jewish Film Festival (SDIJFF) returns with an exciting lineup of contemporary Jewish films. Running...
AEW: Dynamite
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AEW Comes to Oceanside for the First Time Ever at Frontwave Arena
History is in the making as AEW: Dynamite, the popular professional wrestling show, makes its debut at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside. This is your chance...
The Westgate Hotel
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Step Into a Fairytale at the Winter Enchanted Tea at The Westgate Hotel
  • Westgate Hotel
Get ready for a magical afternoon at the Winter Enchanted Tea at The Westgate Hotel, where frosty fun meets elegant tradition. The hotel’s stunning Versailles...
capital of craft
San Diego Brewers Guild Announces 2025 Board and Event Lineup
Big news for beer lovers! The San Diego Brewers Guild has announced its 2025 Board of Directors, event dates, and exciting plans for the year....
Magic in the Stars
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Disney On Ice Magic in the Stars Comes to San Diego
  • Pechanga Arena San Diego
Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars, an all-new production coming to Pechanga Arena. With 56 of your favorite Disney characters, the show features...
wildfires in Los Angeles
Support L.A. Wildfire Victims With Oxford Social Club and Temaki Bar
San Diego, it’s time to come together to support L.A. wildfire victims and aid recovery efforts from the wildfires in Los Angeles. Clique Hospitality’s Oxford...
Lunar New Year Celebration
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Celebrate Lunar New Year With a Lion Dance at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library
Ring in the Year of the Snake with an exciting Lunar New Year celebration at the Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library! Gather with the community to...
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck
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The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is Rolling Back Into San Diego!
  • Fashion Valley
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is making its way to Fashion Valley, bringing Hello Kitty exclusive merchandise and sweet treats to fans of all ages....
Los Angeles Wildfire Victims
San Diego Restaurants Unite for Disaster Relief
San Diego is stepping up to help Los Angeles wildfire victims through a special campaign, Dining for Disaster Relief. Eight local bars and restaurants have...
Gaslamp Quarter
Pendry San Diego Brings the Excitement This Season
Pendry San Diego has you covered this season with a lineup of can’t-miss events and happenings, from romantic Valentine’s Day dinners to game-day celebrations and...
Feeding San Diego fundraiser at Callie
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Support a Great Cause With a Stunning Dinner at Callie
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of food, wine, and giving back as Feeding San Diego and Chef Travis Swikard team up for the...
Cellar Hand executive chef
Meet the Chef Behind Cellar Hand’s Mediterranean-Inspired Magic
Cellar Hand’s Executive Chef, Ashley McBrady, is putting her stamp on San Diego’s dining scene with a hyper-local, Mediterranean-inspired menu that celebrates the region’s farmers...
Oceanside’s newest destination
The Lobby Tiki Bar & Grill Opens at The Brick Hotel
Soak up the vibes at The Lobby Tiki Bar & Grill, Oceanside’s newest destination for rum-forward cocktails, playful island-inspired cuisine, and moody retro tiki vibes....
San Diego Midnight Lion Dance Show
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Celebrate Lunar New Year With the San Diego Midnight Lion Dance Show
San Diego, get ready to welcome the Year of the Snake with an unforgettable evening of culture, tradition, and celebration! Hosted by the San Diego...
Pop-up for LA wildfire relief
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Pop-Up for LA: A Culinary Fundraiser for Wildfire Relief
  • Herb and Wood
Pop-Up for LA is a foodie fundraiser bringing together the most beloved chefs in San Diego to support wildfire relief. This incredible event is happening...
SDFC single-match tickets
Single-Match Tickets for San Diego FC’s 2025 Season are Now Available!
Soccer fans, the wait is over! SDFC single-match tickets for the 2025 MLS Regular Season are officially available, giving you the chance to catch all...
Fox Point Farms Stories from the Soil
Experience “Stories From the Soil”: A Monthly Farm-to-Table Culinary Journey
Fox Point Farms, San Diego’s first agrihood, recently launched “Stories from the Soil”—a monthly farm-to-table dinner series that brings together celebrated chefs and the principles...
An Evening with Fran Lebowitz
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An Evening With Fran Lebowitz: A Night of Wit and Insight
  • Balboa Theatre
Prepare for an unforgettable night of wit and wisdom as one of the most insightful social commentators of our time comes to the Balboa Theatre....
The Whiskey House anniversary
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Celebrate 10 Years of Whiskey Bliss at The Whiskey House!
  • The Whiskey House
Raise a glass and toast to a decade of excellence at The Whiskey House anniversary, a celebration of top-notch whiskey, live music, and unforgettable memories....
Granger Hotel
The Granger Hotel is Now Open in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter
The Granger Hotel has opened its doors in the historic Gaslamp Quarter, redefining what it means to stay in San Diego’s downtown district. As one...
US Coffee Championships
San Diego Coffee Pro Heads to US Coffee Championship Nationals
San Diego coffee pro, Chris Dennis, General Manager at Ox Coffee, is making waves in the coffee world, securing a spot in the US Coffee...
award-winning brewer Kyle Fjalstad
Award-Winning Brewer Kyle Fjalstad Now With Original 40 Brewing
North Park’s beloved The Original 40 Brewing Company has named award-winning brewer Kyle Fjalstad as its new Head Brewer, marking an exciting new chapter for...
Mainly Mozart’s Sommelier Series
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Mainly Mozart Uncorks Sommelier Series
Prepare for an unforgettable evening as Mainly Mozart’s “Sommelier Series: The Concertmasters” returns to showcase the exquisite magic of music and wine. This one-of-a-kind event...
Comedy Magician of the Year, The Magic of Eric Eaton
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Eric Eaton Brings Comedy and Magic to San Diego
  • Mic Drop Comedy
Enjoy an evening of jaw-dropping illusions and side-splitting comedy as The Magic of Eric Eaton comes to San Diego! Known for his unforgettable performances on...
Upcoming Events
societe makers market holiday edition
Find One-of-a-Kind Gifts at Societe Makers Market
December 6, 2025
12:00 pm
  • Societe Brewing Company
If you’re tired of scrolling through generic gift options online, the Societe Makers Market at Societe Brewing offers a better alternative. More than 25 local...
Elevate Your Pickleball Game at Rancho La Puerta's Specialty Weeks
Elevate Your Pickleball Game at Rancho La Puerta’s Specialty Weeks
December 6, 2025
8:00 am
Rancho La Puerta is taking pickleball to the next level with Pickleball ProWeeks running two consecutive weeks in December, and if you’re a player rated...
Annual OB Holiday Parade Parking Lot Party
Ocean Beach Holiday Parade Gets the Perfect After-Party at Kilowatt
December 6, 2025
5:00 am
  • Kilowatt Brewing Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach’s Annual Holiday Parade is back, and Kilowatt Brewing is doing what they do best – throwing a parking lot party that captures everything...
The Jingle Bar Christmas pop-up bar
Experience Christmas Magic at the Jingle Bar San Diego
December 4, 2025
5:00 pm
The number one most talked about Christmas pop-up bar is finally opening in San Diego, and if you’ve been following Jingle Bar’s success in other...
Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll Returns for Its 9th Year
November 29, 2025
2:00 pm
The Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll is back and ready to kick off the holiday season the right way. This neighborhood tradition returns Saturday, November 29,...