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The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of June 29, 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.
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...
The Desmond on the Roof Winemaker Dinner
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Sip and Savor Under the Stars: The Desmond’s Rooftop Wine Dinner
We’ve got the inside scoop on San Diego’s most exclusive wine event! The Desmond is joining forces with the San Diego Food + Wine Festival...
James Hubbel House in Santa Ysabel
Experience the Wonder of James Hubbell at the Ilan-Lael Fall Tours
The Ilan-Lael Foundation’s 2024 Fall Tours is your chance to step into the enchanting world of the late James Hubbell, a true San Diego icon....
Upcoming Events
The Mental Bar Art Show
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...
Pickleball Mission Bay Resort
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...
Cheers for Charity Pub Crawl
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...
FOD Scholarship Fundraising Golf Tournament
Friends of Downtown’s Golf Tournament Champions Local Students
August 2, 2025
11:30 am
Friends of Downtown San Diego is teeing up their 5th Annual FOD Scholarship Fundraising Golf Tournament, and this year’s event promises to deliver both competitive...
Nature collective august events
Get Wild: Nature Collective’s Free Tours Unlock San Elijo Lagoon’s Hidden World
August 2, 2025
10:00 am
Nature Collective is offering something genuinely special with their August & September events featuring free Discovery and Wildlife Tours throughout both months. When a local...