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.
blanco cocina coronado
Taste the Island Life: Blanco Cocina + Cantina Now Open!
Island life is now a lot tastier now that Blanco Cocina + Cantina has opened its second San Diego location on Coronado Island this July...
El Chingon
Check Out These Comic-Con Food, Drink, and Party Specials!
What would Comic-Con be without amazing food, drinks, and parties?! Here’s a run-down of some of the most interesting specials we’ve seen around town! Lionfish...
Novo Brazil Brewing Anniversary
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Cheers to 10 Years: NOVO Brazil Brewing Company’s Epic Anniversary Bash!
Get ready to celebrate in style as NOVO Brazil Brewing Company marks its 10th anniversary with a sports-packed bash at its Otay Ranch brewpub! Join...
Haute with Heart Fashion Show
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Haute With Heart Goes Français!
  • Hilton San Diego Bayfront
St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), a nonprofit organization that serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is all set to host its 46th Annual Haute with Heart...
Living Coast Discovery Center
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Hawks, Hops, and Zero Waste: Living Coast’s Farm to Bay Fundraiser
The Living Coast Discovery Center will host its 15th annual Farm to Bay Fundraiser with a tasting event has become a favorite South Bay summer...
Encinitas Fish Shop anniversary
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Celebrate 10 Years of Fresh Seafood at Encinitas Fish Shop!
Attention all seafood lovers! Fish Shop, one of the best seafood restaurants in San Diego, is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of its Encinitas location in...
Plantscape Dinner Series
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From Backyard to Plate: The Plot’s Plantscape Showcases Local Bounty
  • The Plot
Proudly plant-based and zero-waste, The Plot is excited to welcome back its tasting menu dinner series, Plantscape. From The Plot’s culinary leaders Executive Chef David...
Harrah’s Resort Southern California
$24 Million Splash: Harrah’s Dive Inn Gets a Funner Facelift
Harrah’s Resort Southern California, is proud to announce the completion of the highly anticipated $24 million renovation of its Dive Inn accommodations. Dive Inn: Transforming...
Transformative Currents
OMA to Present ‘Transformative Currents: Art and Action in the Pacific Ocean’
Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) is thrilled to announce the upcoming exhibition ‘Transformative Currents: Art and Action in the Pacific Ocean,’ part of Getty’s initiative...
southern california fried chicken
Wing It to PB: Crack Shack’s Coastal Coop Opens in August
Brought to life by the original dream team behind nationally-acclaimed Juniper & Ivy, the Crack Shack was hatched in November 2015 with the goal of...
Farm Film & Music Series Line-up at Coastal Roots Farm
Coastal Roots Farm Film & Music Series Presents “Women’s Work”
Coastal Roots Farm—a nonprofit, organic community farm and education center inspired by Jewish values in Encinitas—continues their 2024 Farm Film & Music Series, designed to...
Free Pride Yoga at The Rady Shell
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Fit Athletic Hosts Free PRIDE Yoga at The Rady Shell
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Fit Athletic, San Diego’s top luxury fitness club, is hosting a free Pride yoga class with cocktails, food, and music at The Rady Shell! Happening...
Del Mar Racing Opening Day
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Get Your Bets and Best Threads Ready…It’s Racing Season at Del Mar!
  • Del Mar Racing
The nation’s only seaside track is thrilled to welcome racegoers back to the Del Mar racetrack for an exciting summer season. Beginning on Saturday, July...
WEST tower in San Diego
Live, Work, Play: West Tower’s 37 Stories of San Diego Swagger
Holland Partner Group is thrilled to unveil West, the first-of-its-kind multi-mixed-use tower in San Diego. Located at 1011 Union Street, this 37-story landmark is set...
Victorian rooms at Hotel Del
The Del’s $550 Million Glow-Up – Book Your Stay Now!
The legendary Hotel del Coronado, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, is now accepting room reservations for stays in the newly restored Victorian building guest...
Coco Maya 2nd Anniversary
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Little Italy’s Coco Maya Turns Two
  • Coco Maya
And just like that, Coco Maya has been bringing Little Italy their unique style of coastal cuisine, Josper-oven cooked meats, and lively libations for nearly two years...
Pendry San Diego
Pendry San Diego Voted #1 Favorite Hotel in SD
Pendry San Diego has been recognized as the No. 1 Favorite Hotel in San Diego in Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards! Each year,...
Mission Pacific Beach Resort
Oceanside’s Crown Jewel: Mission Pacific Tops T+L’s Best
Mission Pacific Beach Resort has been named the No. 1 Resort Hotel in the Continental U.S. and the No. 1 California Resort Hotel in the...
Greystone Steakhouse 25th Anniversary
25 Years of Sizzle: Greystone Steakhouse’s Epic Anniversary
The iconic Greystone Steakhouse, located in the heart of Gaslamp, is celebrating its 25th anniversary all month long! And to do so, they have fantastic...
Mata Ortiz Pottery Market
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Discover Latin American Artistry at Old Town’s Annual Festival
  • Bazaar del Mundo
For many Latin American cultures, art serves as a medium to recount the history of its peoples and preserve their rich traditions. To honor and...
Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation
Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation Donates 55 Acres to the City of San Diego
The San Diego City Council has unanimously voted to accept a donation of land from the nonprofit Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation to add to...
Outdoors at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station
Summer Means Art, Music, & More at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station
Find a new favorite pastime outdoors and bask in the sun at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station this July! As summer sets in, this vibrant arts...
Bay to Park Paseo Celebration Walk
Bay to Park Paseo Walk Experience Links San Diego Bay to Balboa Park
A celebration walk last April 13 marked the realization of a dream born in 1908. Bay to Park Paseo, first envisioned by urban planner John...
Waterfront Park
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Vibes by the Bay: San Diego Bayfest 2024 With Sublime and More!
  • Waterfront Park
You’re in for an unforgettable experience at this year’s San Diego Bayfest with its impressive lineup of artists! San Diego Bayfest 2024 Lineup This year’s...
Upcoming Events
Borrego Rooftop Catchin Sunsets
Get Ready for “Catchin Sunsets: San Diego” at Borrego Rooftop
June 8, 2025
3:00 pm
Catchin Sunsets is coming to Borrego Rooftop for an incredible celebration. This collaboration between Afropanda Entertainment and Catchin Sunsets is bringing together great music, culture,...
Tom Schwartz at The Pool House
Reality TV Stars Are Mixing Drinks at The Pool House This Weekend
June 8, 2025
12:00 pm
  • The Pool House
Tom Schwartz and Zack Wickham are taking over the bar at The Pool House, and we’re getting ready for some serious Bravo energy at one...
kids in a choir
Young Voices, Big Dreams: San Diego Children’s Choir Celebrates 35 Years of Musical Magic
June 1, 2025
4:00 pm
  • Jacobs Music Center
We love when San Diego comes together to celebrate something truly special, and the San Diego Children’s Choir’s 35th Anniversary Spring Concert is exactly that...
Omni La Costa Women's Golf Day clinic
Omni La Costa’s Women’s Golf Day Clinic Makes the Game More Welcoming
June 1, 2025
3:00 pm
  • Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
We’re always here for events that break down barriers and create inclusive spaces, which is exactly what’s happening at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa...
The Pool House DJ sets
Pool House Pendry Turns Up the Heat With Epic June DJ Lineup
June 1, 2025
12:00 pm
  • The Pool House
Summer in San Diego just got a whole lot better, and The Pool House at Pendry San Diego is the reason why—they’re bringing serious energy...