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.

World-Renowned Restaurant Nobu Coming to Coronado

Brace your tastebuds, San Diego—the Hotel Del’s $550 million makeover takes a new turn in 2025 with iconic actor/restaurateur duo Nobu Matsuhisa and Robert De...

Forbes Travel Guide awards Rancho Valencia Resort

Rancho Valencia Named Five Star Hotel and Spa in Forbes 2024 Star Awards

Forbes Travel Guide, the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, and spas, has announced its 2024 Star Awards! The renowned Rancho Valencia Resort...

Little Italy

Busalacchi Restaurants’ Lala Debuts in Little Italy

Discover the legacy of Busalacchi Restaurants, a family-driven saga that transformed San Diego’s Little Italy into a culinary haven. Led by the next generation, their...

Step Into Ving Simpson’s World of Symbolic Forms and Universal Mysteries in ‘Inside Out’

Oceanside Museum of Art is thrilled to announce a visionary new exhibition, Ving Simpson: Inside Out, showcasing the work of acclaimed mixed media artist Ving...

Clique Hospitality to Unveil The Kitchen and The Clubhouse at Torrey View

Clique Hospitality looks to corner San Diego’s cravings for cutting-edge fare with two new progressive eateries complementing Torrey View’s scenic campus. We’re talking photogenic bowls...

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WNDR After Dark: Reject Valentine’s Day Tradition at WNDR Museum

WNDR Museum

Break free from the conventional celebration of love at WNDR Museum’s WNDR After Dark: Reject Tradition. Whether you’re recharging solo, celebrating with friends, or seeking...

Kokedama Workshop at San Diego Botanic Garden

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Kokedama Workshop: Learn the Japanese Living Art Form

San Diego Botanic Garden

Learn about the traditional Japanese Living Art form where moss is used as a container for a plant at San Diego Botanic Garden. During this...

Paint the Night Away at PRK 101 Carlsbad

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Calling All Artists, Paint the Night Away at PRK 101 This Valentine’s Day

Park 101

This Valentine’s Day, Paint the Night Away and head to PRK101 Carlsbad for an evening of paint-filled fun! Whether sharing the evening with a significant...

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San Diego’s Black Arts & Culture District Brings First Ever ‘Daygo Eatz’ Event

Encanto, San Diego’s vibrant Black Arts & Culture District, is set to come alive with the inaugural Daygo Eatz! Organized by The Mental Bar, and...

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LJMS Changemaker Speaker Series Continues With Andy Mann’s “Making Waves: Summit to Sea”

Experience the wonder of our underwater world through riveting stories! Following its sold-out premiere with Peter Hillary, La Jolla Music Society’s exciting Changemaker Speaker Series continues with...

Underwater Valentine’s Dinner at SeaWorld San Diego

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SeaWorld Offers New After-Hours Underwater Valentine’s Dinner

SeaWorld San Diego

SeaWorld San Diego is inviting love birds to stay after-hours for an Underwater Valentine’s Dinner and enjoy a romantic dinner for two in Turtle Reef,...

Hold Fast Immersive Art Exhibition Opens at Birch Aquarium

Don’t miss this powerful and immersive art exhibit that invites us to explore the impact of climate change on our local kelp forest through the...

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El Chingon to Host Tequila Cocktail Dinner With Herradura

El Chingon

Get ready to dive into a world where Herradura Tequila shines as the star of the night! Nestled in the vibrant heart of the Gaslamp...

Prohibition Cocktail Class at Prohibition Lounge

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Shake Things Up at the Prohibition Cocktail Class with Divino Maguey Mezcal

Prohibition San Diego

Ever dreamt of mastering the art of cocktail crafting? Your chance is here! Dive into an evening of mixology magic at Prohibition Lounge with their...

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Treat Yourself to a Day of Wellness and Relaxation With Rancho La Puerta

Rancho La Puerta, North America’s original fitness resort and spa, brings back the beloved one-day experience of spending Saturdays at The Ranch! Experience Wellness and...

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The Legendary CRSSD Festival Returns Spinning Spring Magic

Waterfront Park

Since its inception in 2015, CRSSD Festival has created a unique enclave for the global electronic music community in San Diego. Today, CRSSD announces another...

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Dive Into the Heart of Creativity at the San Diego Writers Festival

Calling all book lovers and aspiring writers! The Coronado Public Library is the place to be for the San Diego Writers Festival. Immerse yourself in...

Cocktail and Spirit Pairing Dinner at Monello

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Savor the Spirit at Monello’s Cocktail and Spirit Pairing Dinner

Get ready for an extraordinary evening at Monello, Little Italy’s gem, marrying refined Italian fare with award-winning Mexican spirits. We’re raising glasses to a true...

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Picnics + Flowers Brings Picturesque Picnics to The Carlsbad Flower Fields

The Flower Fields

Pop Up Picnic Co. is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of PICNICS + FLOWERS, a unique and semi-private picnic experience set against the breathtaking...

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BeachLife Festival Announces Lineup With Sting, Incubus, and More

BeachLife, Southern California’s premier live music, art, and culinary festival, is back again for its 5th year, taking over Redondo Beach’s picturesque waterfront this 2024....

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Celebrate Friendship With an Afternoon of Galentine’s Tea at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Fairmont Grand Del Mar

In the spirit of Galentine’s Day, the Fairmont Grand Del Mar is hosting an exquisite afternoon tea that’s all about celebrating the wonderful women in...

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Gather the Gals for Tea at the Westgate Hotel!

Westgate Hotel

The Westgate Hotel is back with its annual Galentine’s Tea experience, transforming the usual tea time into an ode to friendship and fun in the...

Did You Know That Temecula Has a European Village for Wine Lovers?!

Looking for a romantic European-style getaway, without the cost and time of the travel? Lucky for us, we have a European Village that caters to...

Where to Watch the Super Bowl in San Diego

Where to watch the Super Bowl in San Diego? That’s a big question for football fans every year! You need that perfect combination of tv...

Strauss’s Salome Brings Scandal and Seduction to San Diego

March 21, 2025

7:30 pm

San Diego Civic Theatre

Prepare for an evening of passion, power, and provocation as Strauss’s Salome takes center stage. Inspired by Oscar Wilde’s scandalous play, this gripping opera tells...

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Blue Water Film Festival Hosts Screening of San Diego: America’s Wildest City

March 21, 2025

5:00 pm

San Diego’s diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes take center stage at this year’s Blue Water Film Festival, where local filmmakers Nathan Dappen and David Hutchinson...

La Jolla

Valle’s Ring-In-Spring: A Celebration of Baja Wines and Seasonal Cuisine

March 20, 2025

6:00 pm

Celebrate the arrival of spring at Valle’s Ring-In-Spring, an exclusive one-night-only dining event showcasing Baja’s Spring Wine Releases alongside a seasonal four-course tasting menu by...

Oceanside

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With Goitse at The Conrad

March 16, 2025

5:00 pm

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

We’re in for an unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day celebration as Goitse, one of today’s most exciting Irish traditional bands, takes the stage at The Conrad...

La Jolla

Celebrate Irish Culture at the House of Ireland Lawn Program

March 16, 2025

11:00 am

Get ready for a lively day of Irish culture, music, and delicious bites at the House of Ireland Lawn Program in Balboa Park! This annual...

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