The Craving

The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of October 12, 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.
New Kids on the Block Magic Summer Tour 2024
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New Kids On The Block Stops by San Diego for Their Magic Summer Tour
  • North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
Get ready for an unforgettable night as New Kids on the Block (NKOTB) bring their Magic Summer Tour to San Diego, joined by special guests...
old fashioned Fourth of July at Old Town San Diego
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Experience an Old-fashioned Fourth of July Only at Old Town San Diego
  • Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
California State Parks invites you to celebrate an old fashioned Fourth of July at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park! Join park staff and...
4th of July BBQ Dinner & Fireworks
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Enjoy BBQ and Fireworks on the Berkeley Deck This 4th of July
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego
The Maritime Museum of San Diego invites you to a yummy 4th of July BBQ Dinner and spectacular fireworks viewing from the McKinney Deck of...
Whiskies of the World
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Unleash Your Inner Connoisseur: Whiskies of the World in SD
  • Bahia Resort Hotel
America’s highly anticipated Whiskies of the World event, the nation’s largest whiskey-tasting tour, returns to San Diego this year with more than 150 expressions from...
Harry Connick Jr. at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
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Harry Connick Jr. Live at The Rady Shell
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Enjoy a spectacular evening with Harry Connick Jr. at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park! Set against the stunning backdrop of San Diego Bay, this...
San Diego Swim Week at Techo Beso
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Kick Off San Diego Swim Week in Style: Cover Release Party at Techo Beso
Kickstart San Diego Swim Week (SDSW) with the Magazine Cover Release and Welcome Party at Techo Beso, the rooftop bar and restaurant on top of the Gaslamp...
Radiant Human Brings Aura Photography at The Lafayette Hotel
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Experience Radiant Aura Photography at Lafayette Hotel & Club
  • The Lafayette Hotel
Lafayette Hotel & Club is known for being an immersive, mind-bending experience. With that in mind, they are excited to host the artist behind Radiant...
Almost Nakey Freedom Fest
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Get Your Party On at Belmont Park’s Almost Nakey Freedom Fest!
  • Belmont Park
Get ready for an epic celebration at the Almost Nakey Freedom Fest at The Plunge and Beach House in Belmont Park! This Fourth of July...
Ziggy Marley joins the San Diego Symphony Orchestra
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Ziggy Marley to Perform With The San Diego Symphony Orchestra at The Rady Shell
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Ziggy Marley joins the San Diego Symphony Orchestra for an evening of music at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. This event is one of...
Prix Pictet Human
San Diego Hosts the Only US Stop for Prix Pictet Human
The San Diego Museum of Art welcomes Prix Pictet Human, the latest exhibition from the world’s leading award for photography and sustainability, to the Museum...
The Commodores 4th of july at the rady shell at jacobs park
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The Commodores Celebrates Fourth of July at The Rady Shell
  • The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Celebrate the Fourth of July at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park with the Commodores! Then relax and stay after the concert for a front...
Here Are The San Diego Parks Where You Can Legally Have A Drink
The weather is warm, which means it’s time to start plan a lazy bbq picnic in the park with friends! While San Diego’s gorgeous weather...
San Diego Animal Sanctuary
Kids’ Camps and Parent Perks – Summer Fun at San Diego’s Animal Sanctuary
The San Diego Animal Sanctuary & Farm (formerly known as the Children’s Nature Retreat), a 20-acre animal sanctuary in Alpine, is embracing the ‘dog days of...
PRIDE 5K RUN + WALK by Front Runners & Walkers San Diego
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Pride 5K Run and Walk Kicks Off Local Pride Festivities
  • Hillcrest
The Front Runners & Walkers San Diego Pride 5K Run and Walk is back! Dress up in your wackiest rainbow outfit, lace up your shoes,...
Ambrogio by Acquerello
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One Night Only – Japanese & Italian Flavors Collide in San Diego
Two culinary forces, Ambrogio by Acquerello and Matsu, are joining together for a can’t-miss evening!  Executive Chef William Eick of Matsu and Head Chef Enea Sintoni of Ambrogio by...
New Children's Museum expansion
Help the New Children’s Museum Add More Room for Learning, Joy, and Creativity
By the end of the year, The New Children’s Museum (NCM) will offer even more opportunities for you to think, play, and create with an...
The Pearl Hotel
Get a Sneak Peak Inside Ponyboy Restaurant & Bar, Coming to the Iconic Pearl Hotel
Nearly 70 years after its arrival onto the San Diego boutique hotel landscape, Point Loma’s iconic mid-century modern The Pearl Hotel will soon unveil the...
Michelin Bib Gourmand Taqueria
New MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Tacos in San Diego!
We can’t wait for this one! LOLA 55, celebrated as San Diego’s only MICHELIN Bib Gourmand taqueria, is unveiling plans for the launch of a new...
Mezcal Fest Grand Tasting
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Baja Mezcal Fest 2024 – Two Days of Fun & Flavor!
  • Tahona Baja
Don’t miss the third edition of the Baja Mezcal Fest happening at Tahona Baja! This year, the lineup is even better, and you’re in for...
Oceanside Independence Parade
Meet Oceanside’s 2024 Hometown Heroes
As we gear up for the annual Oceanside Independence Parade on Saturday, June 29, MainStreet Oceanside is proud to announce the 2024 Hometown Heroes honorees!...
Free Outdoor Movie Night With Moana at North City
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Your Family’s Next Movie Night – Moana at North City Plaza!
  • North City
Transport your family to the fictional island of Montinui for a free outdoor movie screening of Disney’s Moana! Free Outdoor Movie Night With Moana Movie...
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...
Upcoming Events
cars and coffee
San Diego Automotive Museum’s Holiday Cars and Coffee Brings Festive Cheer to Balboa Park
December 21, 2025
7:30 am
  • San Diego Automotive Museum
The San Diego Automotive Museum is adding some holiday spirit to its monthly Cars and Coffee event, inviting car enthusiasts and spectators to gather for...
Dinner en Blanc
Diner en Blanc Returns to San Diego for a Secret White-Out Picnic
December 20, 2025
4:00 pm
  • Secret Location
The world’s most stylish pop-up picnic is coming back to San Diego, and the location remains a mystery until the very last moment. Diner en...
Burnout Paradise La Jolla Playhouse
Burnout Paradise Brings Treadmill Chaos and Audience Thrills to La Jolla Playhouse
December 20, 2025
1:30 pm
Four performers. Four treadmills. A wager that spirals into something equal parts absurd and impressive. Burnout Paradise, the international hit from Australian artists Pony Cam,...
San Diego Rescue Mission Christmas Community Outreach Meal
San Diego Rescue Mission Hosts Free Christmas Feast and Services
December 20, 2025
11:00 am
  • San Diego Rescue Mission
San Diego Rescue Mission is hosting its annual Christmas Community Outreach Meal, offering a festive seated holiday feast and essential services for nearly 1,000 San...
Polar Express Family Day at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum
December 20, 2025
11:00 am
  • San Diego Model Railroad Museum
The San Diego Model Railroad Museum is turning up the holiday cheer with Polar Express Family Day, and yes, pajamas are not only allowed but...