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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.
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...
food at 31thirtyone restaurant
Drew Deckman to Open His First U.S. Restaurant in San Diego: Here’s a Sneak Peek!
Culinary trailblazer Drew Deckman is officially bringing his eco-friendly ethos stateside! Deckman is chef and co-owner of Deckman’s en el Mogor, a zero-kilometer, sustainable restaurant...
La Jolla Playhouse Your Local Theater Presents
La Jolla Playhouse Serves Up a Double Dose of Drama: From Tiki Bars to Tinsel Town
Who’s up for some world-class theater right in our backyard? La Jolla Playhouse is rolling out two shows that promise to be the talk of...
Howl-O-Scream to Return to SeaWorld San Diego
Howl-O-Scream Unleashes ALL-NEW Nightmares and Performances at SeaWorld San Diego
The ultimate Halloween extravaganza is back, and it’s bigger, badder, and more bone-chilling than ever. Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego is gearing up to turn...
PROPER NYE NYD 2024 lineup by FNGRS CRSSD
Dance Your Way Into 2025 at FNGRS CRSSD’s PROPER NYE/NYD at Petco Park
It’s time to start planning your New Year’s Eve because FNGRS CRSSD just dropped a bombshell. Their PROPER NYE/NYD event is back at Petco Park,...
Outdoor Adventure Bundles
Dive Into New Experiences With Birch Aquarium’s Outdoor Adventure Bundles
It’s time to break out those water shoes and binoculars because Birch Aquarium is taking us on a wild ride beyond their tanks. They’re rolling...
Wilma's Carousel Bar
Giddy Up, San Diego! Wilma’s Carousel Bar is Ready to Take You for a Spin
Hold on to your drinks, folks! There’s a new spot in town that’s sending the San Diego bar scene for a spin—literally. Wilma’s Carousel Bar...
Liberty Station and Rock Church celebrate Military Heroes Festival
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Superheroes Unite! Liberty Station’s Tribute to Our Military Heroes
  • Ingram Plaza
It’s time to dust off those capes and get ready for a super-powered celebration! Liberty Station and Rock Church are teaming up once again to...
italian dishes
A Slice of Sicily in Kensington: Trattoria da Sofia Brings Italian Magic to Adams Avenue
We’ve got a new spot in town that’s serving up some serious Italian vibes, and we’re all about it. Trattoria da Sofia has swung open...
Sorrento Valley's newest culinary hotspot
Mercato Food Hall Brings New Gathering Spot, Craft Cocktails, and Dining to Sorrento Valley
Say hello to Mercato Food Hall, the new gathering spot that’s bringing a whole new flavor to Sorrento Valley! Similar to the popular Skydeck concept...
Cherryfish Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach Gets a Taste of Luxury With Cherryfish
Sushi lovers, get ready to roll! Cherryfish, a swanky Japanese fusion spot, is about to make waves in Pacific Beach this September, and we’re already...
San Diego FC Season Tickets
San Diego FC Season Ticket Memberships on Sale Now!
San Diego FC, our very own Major League Soccer team, has just opened the floodgates for season ticket sales. This is more than just a...
Thomas Family Day at San Diego Model Railroad Museum
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All Aboard for Thomas Family Day at San Diego’s Train Paradise
  • San Diego Model Railroad Museum
We’ve got some exciting news for all the little locomotive lovers out there! Thomas Family Day is chugging back into the San Diego Model Railroad...
North Italia
Summer Sizzles at North Italia With Tropical Aperitivo Twist
We’re all about that summer feeling, and North Italia is bringing the heat with their new “Aperitiki” concept. It’s like they’ve taken our favorite Italian...
California Wine Month
Sip Into California Wine Month in Temecula Valley
Hey, wine lovers! It’s time to raise a glass (or several) to California Wine Month in Temecula Valley. While we’re still soaking up the summer...
Savages Bee-Ches
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Sweet Treats and Buzzing Bees: Old Town’s Sweetest Celebration
Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth and support local businesses, San Diego! Old Town is about to become the epicenter of all things delicious...
Food Challenge Relay Race El Chingon San Diego
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El Chingon’s Insane Food Challenge Relay Race
  • El Chingon
Who says you can’t play with your food? Not us, and definitely not El Chingon! This badass Mexican joint in the heart of the Gaslamp...
Stacked Stone Zen Garden
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Zen Out at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens’ Coolest New Garden Spot
Vista’s latest chill-out zone is about to become your new favorite escape. Alta Vista Botanical Gardens is unveiling their Stacked Stone Zen Garden, and everyone’s...
Upcoming Events
Whiskey & Fire Liberty Station San Diego
Whiskey & Fire Brings Live-Fire Cooking and Premium Spirits to Liberty Station
July 20, 2025
3:30 pm
Whiskey & Fire is coming to Liberty Station, combining Heritage Fire’s live-fire cooking with Whiskies of the World’s premium spirit tastings for a dynamic culinary...
Disney's Finding Nemo
North City Hosts Free Outdoor Movie Screening of Disney’s Finding Nemo
July 18, 2025
6:30 pm
North City is making a splash this summer with a free outdoor movie screening of Disney’s Finding Nemo, bringing families and movie lovers together for...
L'auberge Del Mar Opening Day After Party
L’Auberge Del Mar’s Legendary Opening Day After Party Returns With Italian Summer Flair
July 18, 2025
5:00 pm
  • L’Auberge Del Mar
The legendary Opening Day After Party returns to L’Auberge Del Mar with an Italian summer twist that transforms the celebration into a Mediterranean-inspired escape. You...
San Diego Wellness Week
Join San Diego’s Inaugural Wellness Week Celebration
July 14, 2025
10:00 am
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
San Diego Wellness Week is coming as the city’s inaugural wellness celebration, featuring five days of curated pop-up events before culminating with the signature Novo...
Rancho La Puerta's Culinary Week
Rancho La Puerta’s Culinary Week Celebrates Baja California’s World-Class Food Scene
July 12, 2025
2:00 pm
Rancho La Puerta’s Culinary Week brings together some of the region’s most acclaimed chefs for a weeklong celebration that showcases exactly why Baja California’s world-class...