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.

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...

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...

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...

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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,...

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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...

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...

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 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...

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: 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,...

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...

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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 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...

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Laugh Out Loud With Mario Adrion & Clay Horwitz at Mic Drop Comedy Club

Mic Drop Comedy

Mario Adrion and Clay Horwitz are embarking on a country-wide stand-up comedy tour and will stop in San Diego to headline Mic Drop Comedy Club!...

Music En La Calle International Music Festival

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Music En La Calle Returns to City Heights

Music En La Calle, the free international music festival that brings together colorful musical performances representing a wide range of cultures and styles, returns to...

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The 2024 Conrad Prebys Summer Season Now Open

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Celebrate the opening of the Conrad Prebys 2024 Summer Season at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, conductor Gemma...

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High Dive Market: Summer Fun for Everyone

Get ready to dive into summer fun at High Dive Market! Experience an exciting evening featuring local vendors, delicious food and drink specials, great vibes,...

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Experience the Spirit of Hawaiian Culture at San Diego Hoolaulea

Preble Field, NTC Park

Aloha, San Diegans! Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Hawaiian culture at the San Diego Hoolaulea 2024. San Diego Hoolaulea is...

Noel Noel Returns to The Rady Shell for Three Nights of Holiday Magic

December 19, 2025

7:30 pm

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

San Diego Symphony’s beloved holiday tradition is back, and this year it comes with a mystery. Noel Noel returns outdoors to The Rady Shell at...

artreach holiday pet portrait fundraiser

ArtReach’s Holiday Pet Portrait Night Combines Painting, Pom-Poms, and Purpose

December 19, 2025

6:30 pm

ArtReach is hosting a Holiday Pet Portrait Fundraiser that leans into everything we love about the season – creativity, community, and a reason to celebrate...

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WILDCOAST Unveils Ocean-Inspired Mural in Pacific Beach Celebrating Coastal Conservation

December 18, 2025

10:00 am

WILDCOAST is unveiling a new ocean wildlife-inspired mural on the wall of retailer Ananas in Pacific Beach, created by renowned San Diego muralist Jon Hamrick....

San Diego Seals Home Opener: The Electric Factory Gets Loud This Sunday

December 14, 2025

2:00 pm

Pechanga Arena San Diego

The San Diego Seals just won their season opener 16-13 in Ottawa, and now they’re bringing that momentum back to Pechanga Arena – aka “The...

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Japonesia Comes to MCASD’s Winter MKT with Records, Art, and Local Vibes

December 14, 2025

11:00 am

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

MCASD’s Winter MKT is back, and this year’s lineup brings together some serious local favorites. The museum is teaming up with Part Time Lover, In...