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.
celebration of Black culture and history
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Frontwave Arena Hosts NBA G League San Diego Clippers Black History Night
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as Frontwave Arena presents the inaugural NBA G League San Diego Clippers Black History Night! This special event blends...
Slater’s 50/50 15th Anniversary Celebration
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Slater’s 50/50 15th Anniversary Celebration Brings a Burger Showdown to Liberty Station
The Slater’s 50/50 15th Anniversary Celebration is serving up the ultimate block party, packed with epic burger battles, live entertainment, and all the indulgent flavors...
North Park Makers Market
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Shop Local With a Drink in Hand at North Park Makers Market & Bar Hop
  • Mike Hess Brewing Company North Park
The North Park Makers Market is back with a creative twist—pairing San Diego local artisans with a bar hop experience you won’t want to miss....
Run, Walk & Roll for Independence
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Run, Walk & Roll for Independence With Randy Jones at Mission Bay
  • De Anza Cove Park
Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the 15th Annual Run, Walk & Roll for Independence with former San Diego Padre and National League...
Gaslamp Quarter happenings
Pendry San Diego’s Exciting First Quarter Event Lineup
Pendry San Diego events lineup is turning up the excitement with an array of Gaslamp Quarter happenings. From whiskey tastings to romantic dinners and game...
Raul Casillas
Puesto Welcomes Raul Casillas as New Creative Chef
Big things are happening at Puesto! The beloved San Diego-born Mexican restaurant has appointed Raul Casillas as its new Creative Chef, bringing a fresh perspective,...
Tu B’Shvat Food Forest Festival
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Coastal Roots Farm Hosts Annual Tu B’Shvat Food Forest Festival
  • Coastal Roots Farm
Join the community at Coastal Roots Farm for the Tu B’Shvat Food Forest Festival, a joyful celebration of the Jewish New Year of the Trees!...
Oxford Social Club’s February Lineup
Oxford Social Club’s February Lineup Brings the Heat to the Gaslamp
Oxford Social Club’s February lineup is setting the stage for an unforgettable month of high-energy sets, exclusive events, and top-tier DJ performances. As one of...
La Jolla Symphony & Chorus 70th Anniversary Day
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The La Jolla Symphony & Chorus Marks Its 70th Anniversary
The La Jolla Symphony & Chorus is set to make history with Legacy: On the Shoulders of Giants, a powerful concert featuring UC San Diego...
Polite Provisions reopening
Polite Provisions Reopens in North Park With a New Menu and Classic Charm
North Park’s beloved Polite Provisions has made a grand return, bringing with it a refreshed menu, updated interiors, and the familiar faces that helped define...
Valentine's Day at Orfila Vineyards & Winery
Enjoy Valentine’s Day at Orfila Vineyards & Winery
Looking for the perfect setting to celebrate love this February? Valentine’s Day at Orfila Vineyards & Winery offers two unforgettable experiences designed to make your...
Lunar New Year at SeaWorld San Diego
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Celebrate Lunar New Year at SeaWorld San Diego
  • SeaWorld San Diego
Ring in the Year of the Snake with an unforgettable Lunar New Year at SeaWorld San Diego! Experience the sights, sounds, and aromas of Asia...
Marco Li Mandri
New City Public Spaces: Marco Li Mandri’s Vision for Transforming Urban Communities
New City Public Spaces is at the heart of creating dynamic public areas where people gather, businesses flourish, and communities come alive. Led by Marco...
James Beard Best Chef: California award
Chef Roberto Alcocer Nominated for James Beard Best Chef: California Award
Chef Roberto Alcocer, the visionary behind the MICHELIN-starred Valle in Oceanside, has been nominated for the prestigious James Beard Best Chef: California award. This honor...
Worlds of Wonder: Where Science Meets Fiction exhibit
Comic-Con Museum’s Doctor Who Exhibit Tickets on Sale Now
Whovians, this is for you! Doctor Who Exhibit tickets are officially on sale for the highly anticipated U.S. premiere of the Worlds of Wonder: Where...
Romance & Wine
Valentine’s Festivities in Temecula Valley
Temecula Valley Wine Country is serving up a month full of romantic and festive experiences for couples and friends alike. From intimate dinners to lively...
PARK HYATT AVIARA new chef de Cuisine
Park Hyatt Aviara Welcomes New Chef Benjamin Lara to Ponto Lago
Big news for San Diego’s food scene—Park Hyatt Aviara’s new chef, Benjamin Lara, is stepping into the role of Chef de Cuisine at Ponto Lago,...
sweetest holiday
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Ice Cream for Breakfast With Jeni’s!
Ice Cream for Breakfast Day is the sweetest holiday of the year! This is your chance to ditch the pancakes, grab a pint, and make...
san diego theatre
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Cheers to 60 Years of San Diego Opera at Opera Uncorked
Raise a glass to six decades of world-class opera at a special edition of Opera Uncorked! This cherished series offers a unique glimpse into upcoming...
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...
Upcoming Events
Easter Egg Hunt
Hop To It: Easter Egg Hunt at Belmont Park’s Fit Social
April 5, 2026
1:00 pm
  • Belmont Park
Easter Sunday just got a little more exciting for San Diego families. Fit Social at Belmont Park is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt presented by...
Artists in the House San Diego
“Artists in the House” is Back and Better Than Ever
April 4, 2026
1:00 pm
San Diego has no shortage of creative talent, and the Junior League of San Diego is giving that talent a stage. Their second annual “Artists...
San Diego FC Fan Day at San Diego SeaWorld
SeaWorld San Diego Hosts San Diego FC Fan Day
April 2, 2026
3:00 pm
  • SeaWorld San Diego
Soccer fans and SeaWorld lovers, this one’s for us. SeaWorld San Diego is hosting San Diego FC Fan Day, bringing player meet-and-greets, photo ops, and...
Lapper Sports Bar Line Dancing
Boots, Hats, and Country Hits: Lapper Sports Bar is Kicking Off Line Dancing in Style
April 1, 2026
6:00 pm
  • Town and Country San Diego
If you’ve been looking for an excuse to bust out your boots, Lapper Sports Bar + Kitchen at Town and Country Resort has you covered....
Bloom & Balance at Park Hyatt Aviara
Bloom & Balance at Park Hyatt Aviara Brings a Full-Day Spring Reset to Carlsbad
March 29, 2026
9:30 am
  • Park Hyatt Aviara Resort
Bloom & Balance at Park Hyatt Aviara offers a one-day immersive retreat designed to reset for spring. Hosted in partnership with the award-winning Miraval Life...