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.
Puppies and Golf at Mavericks Beach Club
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Mavericks Beach Club to Host Annual Puppies and Golf Event
  • Mavericks Beach Club
Grab your crew —and your pup, of course—and get ready to play games, win prizes, and kick back with a drink or two! On Monday,...
RustiCucina Celebrates Four Years
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RustiCucina Celebrates Four Years of Sicilian Culinary Excellence in Hillcrest
Hillcrest’s beloved farm-to-table gem, RustiCucina, is gearing up to mark a delightful milestone—four years of culinary brilliance on Park Avenue—this Sunday, February 4. The community...
SDMA Free Admission
SDMA Announces Free Admission Second Thursday of Each Month
New in 2024, The San Diego Museum of Art (SDMA) is offering free general admission to all on the second Thursday of each month and...
Novo Brazil Mission Valley
NOVO Brazil Brewing Opens Restaurant and Sports Bar in Mission Valley Mall
NOVO Brazil Brewing Company opened an 11,500-square-foot restaurant and sports bar in the Mission Valley Mall, which was previously named Westfield Mission Valley. The location...
Wellness Events at San Diego
Embrace Nature at San Diego Botanic Garden’s January Wellness Events
It’s officially 2024, and San Diego Botanic Garden is the perfect spot to set intentions for the new year with its line-up of wellness events...
Pali Wine Co. Vintner's Showcase
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Pali Wine Co. to Host Vintner’s Showcase with Talented Winemaker, Aaron Walker
Get a taste of the Central Coast right in the heart of San Diego! Pali Wine Co.’s talented winemaker, Aaron Walker, is coming to San...
Galentine's Day Artisan Market at Del Mar Plaza
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Sip & Shop With the Girls: Galentine’s Day Artisan Market at Del Mar Plaza
  • Del Mar Plaza
Love and friendship are in the air, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with your favorite gal pals! In honor of Galentine’s Day,...
Firehouse Pacific Beach Annual Super Bowl Block Party
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Get Rowdy & Raise ‘Em For PB Firehouse Super Bowl Block Party!
  • Firehouse Parking Lot
With the Super Bowl fast approaching and the event considered to be something of a national holiday, you have a great excuse to eat, drink,...
Cast and Crew of Stephen King’s Thinner for a Reunion Screening
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Cast and Crew of Stephen King’s “Thinner” to Hold a Reunion Screening in Oceanside
  • Star Theatre
Oceanside International Film Festival is kicking off its exciting season with an exclusive reunion screening of Stephen King’s Thinner, featuring a live discussion panel with...
The Brick Hotel limited time offer
Exclusive ‘Locals’ Offer at The Brick Hotel in Oceanside
The Brick Hotel, nestled in the heart of downtown Oceanside, is extending a limited-time opportunity for locals to experience a memorable weekend getaway during the...
Installation at the Station
Kline Swonger Featured in New Installation at the Station at ARTS DISTRICT
NTC Foundation is excited to unveil the latest Installation at the Station sculpture by interdisciplinary artist, Kline Swonger, in the vibrant ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. Kline Swonger...
Don Giovanni at the San Diego Opera
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San Diego Opera Presents Sultry, Seductive, Can’t-Miss Performance of Don Giovanni
  • San Diego Civic Theatre
San Diego Opera presents Don Giovanni, a tale of seduction and revenge, featuring a blend of stunning visuals and Mozart’s masterful music. The opera, performed...
Spurlock Landscape Architects designs Balboa Park garden
Designer for Phase 2 of Botanical Building and Gardens Restoration Announced
Balboa Park’s Botanical Building and Gardens is entering the second phase of its historic restoration project. Phase 2, managed by the nonprofit Forever Balboa Park,...
February at The Conrad
Classical Ballet With a Twist, Renée Fleming, and More at The Conrad
La Jolla Music Society (LJMS) is pulling out all the stops in February at The Conrad, showcasing the wide variety and depth of artistic offerings...
New Businesses in Downtown Chula Vista
New Year, New Businesses in Downtown Chula Vista
Embracing the new year means embracing new beginnings, including the arrival of new businesses. Downtown Chula Vista has several fresh faces joining the South Bay...
Sessions Retreat in Big Bear
Adventure Awaits at Sessions Retreat in Big Bear
Hey there, adventure seekers! If you’re tired of the same old city chaos and need a break, Sessions Retreat in Big Bear is THE spot....
Beyond Monet San Diego Tickets
Beyond Monet San Diego Tickets on Sale Now!
Beyond Monet San Diego will have you walk through Monet’s iconic paintings as they come to life, creating an unforgettable and visually stunning experience. Don’t...
Yoga & Brunch at Hudson & Nash
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Find Your Zen With Bayside Yoga & Brunch at Hudson & Nash
At the start of a new year, wellness is always top-of-mind, and if you’re seeking a new way to find your zen, look no further...
Reset, Reflect, Refresh
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Rooftop Reset, Reflect, Refresh at Fit Athletic Mission Beach
Fit Athletic is hosting Reset, Reflect, Refresh—a full body, mind, and spirit reset in partnership with Soul Plunge on Fit Athletic’s Mission Beach waterfront rooftop...
Toasted Breakfast, Gastrobrunch and Dinner
Toasted Brings Breakfast + Gastrobrunch + Dinner to La Mesa
Who needs lunch when you can enjoy a lasting brunch and then transition straight to dinner?! A lot of people seem to agree it’s a...
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
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San Diego’s Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade Returns for its 42nd Year
  • Harbor Drive
Join us on Harbor Drive for the 42nd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade! This is one of the largest celebrations of its kind in...
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Pure Project Miramar to Celebrate 8th Anniversary Party
  • Pure Project Brewing
Pure Project in Miramar is set to celebrate its 8th year with a grand anniversary party on January 27th! In true Pure Project fashion, they’re...
Azteks Raspberry Kombucha
NOVA Releases Azteks Raspberry Kombucha in Support of San Diego State Student Athletes
NOVA Easy Kombucha released Azteks Raspberry Kombucha, a drink created in collaboration with San Diego State University men’s basketball players via MESA Foundation, an official...
WSL World Junior Championships
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World’s Best Junior Surfers Compete at WSL World Junior Championships in Oceanside
  • Oceanside Pier
From Tuesday, January 9 to Sunday, January 14, 2024, Oceanside will host the WSL World Junior Championships for the first time, adding to the already...
Upcoming Events
Annual Wine Festival & Chocolate Decadence
Sip & Savor at Pechanga’s Annual Wine Festival & Chocolate Decadence
March 8, 2025
1:00 pm
  • Pechanga Resort & Casino
Wine lovers and chocolate enthusiasts, get ready for an indulgent afternoon at Pechanga Resort Casino’s 15th Annual Wine Festival & Chocolate Decadence! This beloved event...
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Kobey’s Sneaker & Vintage Clothing Swap Meet Returns!
March 8, 2025
7:00 am
Sneakerheads, vintage lovers, and treasure hunters—get ready! Kobey’s Sneaker & Vintage Clothing Swap Meet is back, bringing together America’s largest sneaker and vintage clothing swap...
Oxford Social Club March lineup
Oxford Social Club’s March Lineup Brings Unmissable Nights to the Gaslamp
March 1, 2025
9:00 pm
  • Oxford Social Club
The Oxford Social Club March lineup is stacked with top DJs, high-energy afterparties, and exclusive events, making San Diego’s go-to nightlife destination the place to...
OCEANS AT NIGHT: OCEANS OF LOVE
Oceans of Love at Birch Aquarium
February 27, 2025
6:30 pm
  • Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is adding a splash of romance to its popular after-dark series with Oceans at...
AEW: Dynamite
AEW Comes to Oceanside for the First Time Ever at Frontwave Arena
February 26, 2025
4:30 pm
History is in the making as AEW: Dynamite, the popular professional wrestling show, makes its debut at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside. This is your chance...