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.
San Diego Botanic Garden Summer Nights
Summer Nights Magic at San Diego Botanic Garden
San Diego Botanic Garden invites you to enjoy a vibrant summer schedule packed with exciting events as part of its highly anticipated Summer Nights. Every...
Ember & Rye steakhouse
The Legendary Ember & Rye Set to Re-Open!
Renowned steakhouse Ember & Rye is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated re-opening, with reservations available from June 22. In continued collaboration with acclaimed chef, restaurateur, author, and television personality Chef...
San Diego's An's Dry Cleaning Voted Best Ice Cream in America
An’s Dry Cleaning Named the Best Ice Cream in America!
An’s Dry Cleaning, the renowned gelato shop headquartered in San Diego, has won first place in USA Today’s prestigious Best Ice Cream Shop in America...
Battle of the Bruschetta at Postino WineCafe
Postino WineCafé Kicks Off Second Annual Battle of the Bruschetta
Postino WineCafe’s iconic bruschetta is throwing down this summer with the second annual Battle of the Bruschetta, a summer-long, bracket-style competition between four limited-time bruschetta...
CIFF presents the real gidget
Gidget Comes to Coronado – A Weekend of Surf, Sun, and Film
The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) is thrilled to present “Gidget Comes to Coronado,” a special weekend featuring two events with Kathy Kohner-Zuckerman, the iconic...
La Jolla's Dr. David Sabourin and his team
La Jolla Smiles Bright With Dr. Sabourin’s 30 Years of Dental Excellence
Finding a dentist you can feel comfortable and confident with is one of life’s great wins. That’s why, in this post, we celebrate the remarkable...
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Unmissable Summerfest Events at Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Loews Coronado Bay Resort announces the highly anticipated third iteration of its Summerfest programming, just ahead of the official start of the summer season. The...
operation snowfall lou lou's
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Laugh Out Loud at Lou Lou’s Standup Comedy Series
Lou Lou’s Jungle Room, the hot new club located within the renowned Lafayette Hotel, is rolling out not-to-be-missed summer happenings with good laughs and additional...
Elements of Nature Dinner Series at Vaga Restaurant
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Elements of Nature Dinner Series at VAGA Continues
VAGA Restaurant & Bar at Alila Marea Beach Resort has announced the next three dates of their Elements of Nature Dinner Series: Nature of Earth,...
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Get Your Creativity On With the New Children’s Museum
  • The New Children’s Museum
The New Children’s Museum invites you and your family to celebrate art, creativity, and community through live performances, family-friendly art-making activities, great food, and free,...
Libation Lounge at Cardiff Dog Days of Summer
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Unleash the Fun at the Annual Cardiff Dog Days of Summer
  • Encinitas​ ​Community​ ​Park
Cardiff 101 Main Street and the City of Encinitas proudly present the 19th Annual Cardiff Dog Days of Summer, sponsored by Kahoots. This fur-tastic, FREE...
WNDR Museum After Hours
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Experience WNDR Museum After Hours During 21+ Night
  • WNDR Museum
WNDR Museum will host a monthly 21+ Night starting this June, allowing you to step into a realm of magic and curiosity as the Museum...
The Lao Tizer Band at Lou Lou's Jungle Room
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A Night of Jazz With the Lao Tizer Band
DownBeat “Jazz Group of the Year ” nominee, The Lao Tizer Band, will make their debut appearance at Lou Lou’s Jungle Room in support of...
G League San Diego Clippers
Frontwave Arena Announces Game Dates for Clippers’ First Season
Frontwave Arena, the new multi-purpose sports and entertainment venue in North County San Diego, is excited to announce dates for six G League San Diego...
Irv’s Burgers and Prince St. Pizza Land in Pacific Beach
Double the Deliciousness: Irv’s Burgers and Prince St. Pizza Land in Pacific Beach
Iconic California-born burger spot Irv’s Burgers and famed New York City pizza shop Prince St. Pizza are opening the doors of their newest adjacent locations...
Lakehouse Resort Sail Club
Lakehouse Resort Rolls Out Sail Club Membership
Amid the 80-acre Lake San Marcos, Lakehouse Resort is excited to unveil the launch of its newest offering, Sail Club. Designed to provide an exclusive...
The Nash in San Diego
Prolific Chicago Developer Expands Into San Diego With the Debut of “The Nash”
CEDARst Companies has officially opened doors to The Nash, a luxury residential community comprised of 190 units across seven stories, making it a smart and...
Travis Hook of CalTier Fund with his horse.
Surfing Cowboy to PhD and Founder: Travis Hook’s Innovative Path in Real Estate Investment
Meet Travis Hook, a quintessential example of how diverse experiences can lead to groundbreaking entrepreneurial success. From Texas to the shores of San Diego, Travis’s...
Summer Nights at Comic-Con Museum
Summer Nights at Comic-Con Museum: Cosplay, Dungeons & Dragons, Zombies, and More
Get ready for fun and games at the Comic-Con Museum in a series of Friday night events that includes cosplay, Dungeons & Dragons, puzzle building,...
Roller Rink at The Del
Dust Off Your Skates at The Del’s Retro Roller Rink!
Pull on your striped socks and dolphin shorts, and let the good times roll! The Del has the ultimate summer vibe in store for you...
Volo Sports Pickleball event at Cardiff Farmer's Market
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Cardiff Farmer’s Market to Host Free Pickleball Pop-Up With Volo Sports
Cardiff Farmer’s Market and Volo Sports are excited to host the first pickleball pop-up event in North County! Get ready for an exciting day of...
La Valencia Hotel Yoga Class
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La Valencia Hotel Yoga: Your Weekly Flow of Energy This Summer
  • La Valencia Hotel
Yoga with a view? Yes, please! La Valencia invites you for a weekly 60-minute Vinyasa yoga class every Friday morning all summer long. Align body,...
San diego smooth jazz festival
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Enjoy Good Vibes at the San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Uniting music lovers from around the world, the 6th Annual San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival, presented by Rainbow Promotions, combines the soothing sounds of smooth...
san diego pride festival lineup
San Diego Pride Announces Full Lineup for 2024 Festival
San Diego Pride has announced the full lineup of entertainment for the 2024 Pride Festival! The festival hosts over 120 entertainers across four stages: The...
Upcoming Events
DJ Snoopadelic at Oxford Social Club on Memorial Day
DJ Snoopadelic Set to Headline Oxford Social Club’s Memorial Day Blowout
May 25, 2025
11:30 pm
  • Oxford Social Club
Memorial Day weekend is about to get iconic. Hip-hop legend and global superstar Snoop Dogg—a.k.a. DJ Snoopadelic—will take over the decks at Oxford Social Club,...
Cruising for Drivers Golf Tournament
Tee Off for a Great Cause at the Cruising for Drivers Golf Tournament
May 19, 2025
10:30 am
If you’re ready to swap your commute for the fairway, the San Diego Automotive Museum has the perfect excuse. The second annual Cruising for Drivers...
Art of Elan Sounds & Swells
Surf Meets Symphony at Art of Elan’s Sounds & Swells
May 18, 2025
7:00 pm
  • Fleet Science Center
Art of Elan is bringing back its beloved Sounds & Swells series for a two-night run—and it’s set to be one of the most visually...
Coastal Roots Farm taste of the farm fundraiser
Coastal Roots Farm Celebrates 10 Years of Community and Sustainability
May 18, 2025
5:00 pm
  • Coastal Roots Farm
Coastal Roots Farm is turning 10—and they’re celebrating the milestone in true farm-to-fork style. Join the nonprofit community farm for Taste of the Farm, a...
Estancia La Jolla tea in the garden series
Estancia La Jolla Launches Whimsical New Tea in the Garden Series
May 18, 2025
12:00 pm
  • Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is debuting its enchanting new Tea in the Garden series—a seasonal high-tea experience held one Sunday a month in...