The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink – Week of May 18, 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.
KICKcancER Cocktails for a Cause
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KICKcancER’s Cocktails for a Cause Hits Oceanside
KICKcancER is bringing their “Cocktails for a Cause” event to Oceanside, and it’s shaping up to be the feel-good party of the season. Shake It...
Christopher Osborne joins Moe's Mission Beach
Moe’s Welcomes Renowned Chef Christopher Osborne to Lead its Culinary Revival
The beloved Mission Beach steakhouse, Moe’s, is leveling up its culinary game with the arrival of Christopher Osborne as the new Executive Chef. It’s a...
Living Seas exhibition
Birch Aquarium Announces Living Seas Transformation
The beloved Hall of Fishes is getting a major makeover, and we’re all invited to the grand reveal. Living Seas, the aquarium’s most ambitious exhibition...
Spreckels Organ Society
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Rock On, Balboa Park: Spreckels Organ Goes Psychedelic
  • Spreckels Organ Pavilion
Hold onto your tie-dye shirts, San Diego! The Spreckels Organ Society is about to blow our minds with their Annual Labor Day Classic Rock Concert....
Books & Records anniversary
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Books & Records’ Epic Birthday Bash
Our favorite vinyl-and-literature haven, Books & Records, is celebrating its one-year anniversary, and we’re all invited to the shindig. Tunes, Treats, and Tempting Tipples Get...
Summer San Elijo Lagoon Cleanup
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Cardiff Farmer’s Market Partners With We Clean Trails for a San Elijo Lagoon Cleanup
Cardiff Farmer’s Market is teaming up with the eco-heroes at We Clean Trails for the Summer San Elijo Lagoon Cleanup event. We’re swapping our shopping...
Female Maker Market at Liberty Public Market
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Shop and Support Local at The Female Maker Market in Coronado
  • Coronado Ferry Landing
If you’re looking for a feel-good way to spend a sunny San Diego day, The Female Maker Market is popping up at the Coronado Ferry...
Labor Day Specials in San Diego
The Big List of Labor Day Specials in San Diego
Labor Day is just around the corner, and boy, do we have plans for you. From poolside parties to mouthwatering meals, San Diego is pulling...
EMILIA PÉREZ
Lights, Camera, San Diego! Our Film Fest is Back and Better Than Ever
Get ready to strut your stuff, San Diego! Our very own International Film Festival is gearing up for its 23rd year, and we’re already popping...
shabu-shabu
Shabu-Works Brings the Sizzle to San Marcos
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a sea of flavor, San Diego! Our favorite hot pot haven, Shabu-Works, is bringing its...
woman riding a swing on the beach
Terns Launches After-Sun Products for San Diego’s Outdoor Lifestyle
We’ve all been there—that post-beach burn that has us reaching for the aloe. But what if we told you the ocean itself holds the key...
Wonders of Creation Exhibition
SDMA Debuts Groundbreaking Exhibition on the Intersections of Islamic Art & Science
The latest exhibition at The San Diego Museum of Art is a super interesting one: “Wonders of Creation: Art, Science, and Innovation in the Islamic...
Tropical Punch Boutique
Tropical Punch Spices Up La Jolla’s Shopping Scene
We’ve got a new hotspot in town, and it’s bursting with color! Tropical Punch Boutique, the latest addition to La Jolla’s Bird Rock neighborhood, has...
The Day of the Dog
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Paws Up, San Diego! The Ultimate Doggie Bash is Coming to Town
Get ready to bark with joy! The Day of the Dog, North America’s largest pooch party, is finally making its debut in our sun-soaked city,...
Rosin Box Project
Art of Elan’s 18th Season Shakes Up the Symphony Scene
Art of Elan’s upcoming 18th season, aptly named “Mosaic,” isn’t your grandma’s classical music—it’s a fresh, boundary-pushing take that’s redefining what classical can be in...
Bike the Bay
Annual Bike the Bay is Back for its 16th Year
Get ready to clip in for San Diego’s most anticipated cycling event of the year! The 16th annual Bike the Bay is wheeling into town,...
Fox Point Farms
Experience San Diego’s First ‘Agrihood’ at Fox Point Farms
We’ve got some exciting news that’s about to shake up our local food scene and community living in the best way possible. Fox Point Farms,...
Time Sensitive by David Mont Virgen
Art, Power, Equity and J. Walcher Communications Announce Final “Curator-in-Residence” Show
Get ready for a must-see art event! Art Power Equity (APE) and J. Walcher Communications (JWC) are closing their “Curator-in-Residence” series with the incredible David...
Mat Pilates & Mimosas at Mavericks Beach Club
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Beach Vibes Meet Fitness Goals at Mavericks!
  • Mavericks Beach Club
We’ve stumbled upon the ultimate weekend kickoff, and you’re going to want in on this action. Mavericks Beach Club is hosting Mat Pilates & Mimosas,...
Frontwave Arena Grand Opening features Cake
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CAKE Brings the Icing to Frontwave Arena’s Grand Opening Bash
Our music scene is about to level up big time with the grand opening of Frontwave Arena in Oceanside. This isn’t just another venue—it’s a...
Reality Changers Over the Edge event
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Sky-High Thrills for a Noble Cause: San Diego Entrepreneurs Take the Plunge
  • Manchester Grand Hyatt
Hold onto your hats, San Diegans! We’ve got an event coming up that’s going to have us all looking up in awe. Imagine some of...
Slowly Restaurant & Lounge
Slowly Restaurant & Lounge Now Open in Pacific Beach
San Diego’s food scene just got even more enticing, thanks to the arrival of Slowly—a captivating new restaurant and lounge from the masterminds behind beloved...
Seaword Halloween
SeaWorld San Diego Unveils Enchanting Pirate Halloween Adventure for All-New Spooktacular
Get ready to dive into a sea of Halloween fun, San Diego! SeaWorld Spooktacular is back, and it’s bringing a boatload of family-friendly frights and...
Tipsy Tea Time at California English
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Tea-Wisted Delight: California English’s Boozy Afternoon Brew
We’re buzzing about the latest addition to San Diego’s food scene, and it’s not your grandma’s tea party! California English is shaking things up with...
Upcoming Events
Daybreaker SD
Coffee Club Returns to Quartyard With Beats, Breathwork & Pure Joy
June 22, 2025
10:00 am
  • Quartyard
Something magical happened last time Daybreaker Coffee Club took over Quartyard, and now it’s happening again. This isn’t your typical morning gathering—it’s a full-throttle celebration...
SeaWorld San Diego’s Summer Spectacular Concert Series
An Ultimate Throwback Party at SeaWorld San Diego’s Summer Spectacular Concert Series
June 21, 2025
6:00 pm
  • SeaWorld San Diego
Get ready for the ultimate summer soundtrack—SeaWorld San Diego’s Summer Spectacular Concert Series is back, delivering an epic lineup of iconic artists from the ‘90s...
Shop The B.L.A.C SD
Shop The B.L.A.C SD Returns for a Day of Culture, Community, and Local Love
June 21, 2025
11:00 am
Shop The B.L.A.C SD is back, bringing together makers, artists, and community for a day of connection in San Diego’s vibrant Black Arts & Culture...
molly's Pride drag Brunch
Beach, Please! Brings Drag, Drinks & Pride Celebration to Mission Beach
June 21, 2025
11:00 am
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...
National Go Skate Day
North City Celebrates National Go Skate Day With Ramp It Up Community Event
June 21, 2025
11:00 am
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...