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The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of June 15, 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.
Two Ducks and Le Pigeon
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Two Ducks and Le Pigeon Serve Up an Eclectic Culinary Adventure
Our underground dining darlings, Two Ducks, and Portland’s legendary Le Pigeon, are joining forces for an unmissable culinary mashup. A Night to Remember Chefs Danny...
Halloween at The Hotel Del Coronado
Haunts & Happenings This Halloween at Hotel Del Coronado
Halloween at Hotel del Coronado is giving San Diego’s crown jewel a ghostly makeover this October. Spooky S’mores and Spectral Stories Ever toasted marshmallows with...
Ambrogio by Acquerello a la carte menu
Ambrogio by Acquerello Launches Midweek A La Carte Menu
Ambrogio by Acquerello in La Jolla is rolling out a new a la carte menu that’ll make Tuesdays through Thursdays your new favorite dining nights....
The NAT Big Birthday Block Party
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The Nat Celebrates 150 Years With Epic Birthday Bash
  • San Diego Natural History Museum
Our beloved San Diego Natural History Museum (The NAT) is turning 150, and they’re inviting all of us to join The Big Birthday Block Party—a...
La Valencia Hotel Flicks & Frights Series
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Pup-Friendly Flicks and Frights at La Valencia
  • La Valencia Hotel
The Pink Lady is rolling out the red carpet for pups and their humans with their Flicks & Frights series. Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice… Pet Sematary? Flicks...
Ambrogio Truffle Dinner
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Ambrogio by Acquerello’s Exclusive Truffle Tasting Dinner Returns
Ambrogio by Acquerello is bringing back its legendary six-course Signature Truffle Tasting Menu for one unforgettable evening. A Journey Through Truffle Territory Michelin-starred Chef Salmoiraghi...
Swordfish Dinner at Vistal
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Vistal Hooks Up With Chula Seafood for Swordfish Feast
  • Vistal Bar + Restaurant
Vistal, the Baja-inspired hotspot at InterContinental San Diego, is teaming up with local sustainability champions Chula Seafood for a one-night-only Swordfish Dinner. From Sea to...
Papalo La Mesa
Papalo Spices Up La Mesa With Global BBQ Fusion
Papalo, the brainchild of Executive Chef Drew Bent and the City Tacos crew, is back and better than ever, with international flair meets smoky goodness....
Peter Seidler Dia de los Muertos Altar
Honoring a San Diego Legend: Peter Seidler’s Day of the Dead Tribute
Old Town’s getting a touch of Padres magic this Día de los Muertos. Casa Guadalajara, that beloved Mexican spot we can’t get enough of, is...
Corazon De Vida Hosts Annual Noche De Gala Fundraiser
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Day of the Dead Magic at Corazon de Vida’s Noche de Gala
  • Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
Corazon de Vida Foundation is gearing up to host its most enchanting fundraiser yet—Noche de Gala 2024. We’ve got the inside scoop on this can’t-miss...
Westfield Plaza Bonita Dia de los Muertos
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Día de Los Muertos Fiesta at Plaza Bonita
Get ready for a burst of color, music, and tradition as Westfield Plaza Bonita transforms into a vibrant celebration of Dia de los Muertos! Rhythm...
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice event
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Pumpkin Spice Brings Everything Nice to Lionfish and Oxford Social Club
  • Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine
Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine and Oxford Social Club are teaming up with Yes Dating App for a “Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice” event—a night that...
Casa Guadalajara guacamole champion
It’s Official: Casa Guadalajara has the Best Guac in Old Town!
Old Town just wrapped up its annual “Guac Off” competition, and we’ve got a new king of the dips. Casa Guadalajara emerged victorious, claiming the...
Oceanside annual Haunted Market
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Oceanside’s Sunset Market Transforms Into a Halloween Haven
Oceanside Sunset Market’s Annual Haunted Market is back, creating a bewitching atmosphere that’s perfect for ghouls and goblins of all ages. A Frightfully Fun Free-for-All...
Art after Dark
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Dive Into a Sea of Creativity at OMA’s Art After Dark
  • Oceanside Museum of Art
Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) is gearing up to make waves with the return of its spectacular Art After Dark event. This year, the museum...
Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands
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Marching Bands Battle it Out at Mt. Carmel’s Epic Tournament
The Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands is set to return for its 47th year, promising a showstopping spectacle of music and pageantry. This event stands...
San Diego Zombie Crawl
Spooky Thrills and Cultural Delights in the Gaslamp Quarter
San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter is transforming into a fall wonderland, serving up a cornucopia of events that’ll have you falling head over heels for...
Architecture of Light and Space Exhibition at San Diego Museum of Arts
Architectural Brilliance Comes to SDMA This Fall
The San Diego Museum of Art (SDMA) is about to become a playground for design enthusiasts with its latest exhibition, Foster + Partners: Architecture of...
Mavericks Beach Club
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Mustache Madness is Back at Mavericks
  • Mavericks Beach Club
Mavericks Beach Club in Pacific Beach is firing up its grills and filling its kegs for the 9th Annual San Diego Fire Department Mustache Madness....
Toys for Tots at Geppetto's in The Forum Carlsbad
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Santa’s Got Some Serious Competition in Carlsbad
  • Geppetto’s Toys
There’s a secret toy-giving superhero in Carlsbad, and they’re about to make a whole lot of kids’ holidays brighter. For the sixth year running, an...
Chef Moira Hill of Ironside Fish & Oyster
San Diego’s Own Culinary Star Shines at Ironside Fish & Oyster
There’s a new chef in town, and she’s bringing a fresh wave of flavor to Little Italy‘s beloved seafood spot. Chef Moira Hill, a San...
Installations at the Station by Kaori Fukuyama
ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station Welcomes New Butterfly-Inspired Sculpture
Get ready for a fresh splash of color at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station! They’re rolling out the welcome mat for a brand-new addition to their...
San Diego Civic Theatre event
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San Diego Opera Kicks Off 60th Season With a Classic Crowd-Pleaser
Our beloved San Diego Opera is celebrating its diamond anniversary in style, bringing back the timeless masterpiece that started it all 60 years ago. That’s...
Gaslamp Quarter Transportation Guide
Gaslamp Quarter Rolls Out the Red Carpet for Travelers
San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter is upping its game with their new Gaslamp Quarter Transportation Guide, making it easier than ever for us to explore this...
Upcoming Events
USS Midway dear doc
USS Midway Museum Honors WWII’s 80th Anniversary Through Letters
September 16, 2025
6:00 pm
  • USS Midway Museum
The USS Midway Museum is hosting an evening that brings history to life through the personal words of those who lived it. “Dear Doc” uses...
mavericks beach club pickleball tournament
Mavericks Beach Club Hosts Pickleball Tournament for Firefighter Aid
September 15, 2025
12:00 pm
  • Mavericks Beach Club
Mavericks Beach Club is hosting a pickleball tournament that combines competitive fun with supporting local firefighters. The SD Fire Department Pickleball Tournament brings together the...
University Heights Movie in the Park
University Heights Serves Up Hocus Pocus with a Side of Community Baking Competition
September 13, 2025
6:00 pm
University Heights is taking their Movie in the Park series to the next level this weekend with a Hocus Pocus screening that’s got more layers...
Bed by 10pm san diego
Finally, a Club Night That Gets It: Bed By 10pm Lands in San Diego
September 13, 2025
4:00 pm
We’ve all been there—scrolling through event listings on a Friday afternoon, torn between our love for dancing and the harsh reality that we’re not 22...
Taste Of South Park 2019 Welcomes You To San Diego's Most Happening Neighborhood
Taste of South Park is Back After Five Years
September 13, 2025
12:00 pm
After what feels like forever, one of our favorite neighborhood food crawls is finally returning. The Taste of South Park disappeared for five years, leaving...