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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.

Rome Comes to Chula Vista as Acqua E Farina Takes Over Farmer’s Table

We’ve got some exciting news for all you foodies out there! Farmer’s Table, the brunch hotspot famous for its killer Bloody Marys, is about to...

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Piano Prodigy Yunchan Lim Set to Dazzle San Diego

San Diego’s classical music scene is about to get a serious upgrade. Yunchan Lim, the South Korean piano phenom who took the world by storm,...

Cheer On the Padres in Their Final Push for the Postseason

Hey San Diego, it’s crunch time for our Padres! With just six home games left in the regular season, Petco Park is about to become...

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San Diegans Spice Up Mexican Independence Day at Rancho La Puerta

Who says you need to jet off to Mexico City to celebrate Mexican Independence Day? Rancho La Puerta is bringing the fiesta to us with...

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Yacht Rock Floats Into Downtown for Music Box’s Anniversary Bash

Music Box

Get ready to rock the boat, San Diego! The Music Box, our beloved downtown live music hotspot, is turning nine and they’re celebrating in true...

Surf’s Up at the Fourth Annual Solento Surf Festival

San Diego’s about to catch some serious stoke with the Fourth Annual Solento Surf Festival rolling into town. This week-long celebration is all about embracing...

Stella Artois Let’s Do Dinner, Del Mar' Sky Deck

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Stella Artois Presents ‘Let’s Do Dinner, Del Mar’ With Sky Deck

We’re raising our chalices to an unforgettable night of culinary exploration and community spirit! Stella Artois is teaming up with Sky Deck to bring you...

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Support a Great Cause at the Emilio Nares Foundation’s “Harvest for Hope” Fundraiser

Coasterra Restaurant

Get ready to treat your taste buds and warm your heart at the 21st Annual Harvest for Hope fundraiser. The Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF) is...

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Autumn Magic Blooms at San Diego Botanic Garden

San Diego Botanic Garden

Who says we don’t do fall in Southern California?! San Diego Botanic Garden is about to prove the naysayers wrong with their Annual Fall Festival....

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ArtWalk Carlsbad Brings Fine Art to North County

ArtWalk Carlsbad is back for its 5th year, and it’s going to be a feast for the senses. Imagine over 150 talented artists from across...

Grand Social Concert Series at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Grand Social’s Summer Vibes Keep Rockin’ Into September

Summer might be winding down, but the party’s just heating up at Fairmont Grand Del Mar! The Summer Concert Series at Grand Social is rolling...

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Dive Into OMA’s Ocean-Inspired Block Party Finale

Oceanside Museum of Art

We’re gearing up for an epic send-off as Oceanside Museum of Art drops its final summer block party. Street Level Vol 2.5 is rolling in,...

Harvest Moon Dinner by Ilan Lael Foundation

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Moonlit Magic and Artistic Vibes at James Hubbell’s Harvest Moon Dinner

San Diego’s art scene is about to get a whole lot more magical. The Ilan-Lael Foundation’s Annual Harvest Moon Dinner is back, promising an enchanted...

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Seasonal Pop-Up Marketplace Brings Fall Favorites to Bazaar del Mundo Shops

Bazaar del Mundo

Old Town is getting a major style upgrade with a one-day-only Fall Pop-up event that’s not to be missed. Diane Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Shops...

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Sip, Stroll, and Savor Art at The Forum Carlsbad

The Forum Carlsbad

Get ready to paint the town red (and white) at The Forum Carlsbad’s Fall Art & Wine Walk! We’re talking a triple threat of local...

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Plant Power Meets Pink at San Diego’s Breast Cancer Rally

North Park Mini Park

We’re turning North Park pink this September with the Let’s Beat Breast Cancer Rally, and you’re invited to join the beat! PlantDiego is hosting this...

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CRSSD Festival Fall 2024: San Diego’s Electronic Music Paradise Returns

Waterfront Park

CRSSD Festival Fall 2024 is set to transform Waterfront Park into an electronic music utopia. This isn’t just another music festival—it’s a two-day journey through...

Old Mission Beach Athletic Club To Host OMSurf 26th Annual Classic Longboard Surfing Contest

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OMBAC to Host OMSurf Classic Longboard Surfing Contest

Surf’s up, San Diego! Get ready to step back in time and catch some gnarly waves at the 30th Annual OMBAC OMSURF Classic Longboard Surfing...

Boots in the Park Waterfront Park San Diego

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Boots In The Park is Back at Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park

It’s time to dust off those cowboy boots and prep those vocal cords because Boots In The Park is galloping back into Waterfront Park! We’re...

The Secret Society of Adultologists at The NAT

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Dive Down the Rabbit Hole at The Nat’s Whimsical Wonderland Bash

Natural History Museum

We’re all mad here in San Diego, and we’re about to get even madder! The Secret Society of Adultologists is throwing a topsy-turvy shindig at...

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Ahoy, Mateys! Set Sail for the Ocean Institute’s Epic Maritime Festival

We’re dropping anchor at Dana Point for a swashbuckling celebration of maritime history that’ll shiver yer timbers! The Ocean Institute’s 40th Annual Maritime Festival is...

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Tropical Paradise Blooms in Balboa Park

We’re about to dive into a fragrant sea of color at the annual Plumeria Festival! The Southern California Plumeria Society is transforming Casa del Prado...

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Creativity Meets Action at Balboa Park’s Public Impact Day

Museum of Photographic Arts

Public Impact Day is rolling into town, and it’s set to transform Balboa Park into a hotbed of creativity and social change. This isn’t your...

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Knockout Night in Little Italy Packs a Punch for Charity

Little Italy

Get ready to rumble, San Diego! Our beloved Little Italy is about to transform into a boxing ring for one electrifying night. The second annual...

Score Big at Home Start’s National Thrift Store Day Celebration

August 16, 2025

10:00 am

We love a good thrift find, and this weekend gives us the perfect excuse to dive into some serious secondhand shopping. Home Start’s Thrift Boutique in...

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San Diego Wave FC Fire-Rescue Foundation game

Wave FC Teams Up With Fire-Rescue Foundation for Community Night

August 9, 2025

7:00 pm

Snapdragon Stadium

San Diego Wave FC and the Fire-Rescue Foundation have joined forces for what promises to be an incredible game with serious community impact. When the...

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Local Artists Take Center Stage at The Mental Bar

August 9, 2025

12:00 pm

The Mental Bar is hosting an art show that’s got us genuinely excited about discovering new local talent. This cozy coffee and wellness spot on...

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Aloha! San Diego Mission Bay Resort Brings Island Vibes to the Court

August 8, 2025

5:00 pm

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort is celebrating National Pickleball Day with a tropical twist that’s got us ready to dust off our paddles and break...

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Raise a Glass for a Great Cause: Cheers for Charity Pub Crawl Returns to North Park

August 2, 2025

1:00 pm

Home of Guiding Hands is bringing their annual Cheers for Charity Pub Crawl back to North Park, and this year’s “Endless Summer” theme perfectly captures...

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