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.

Part Time Lover Named One of the Best Bars in America by Esquire

CH Projects’ Part Time Lover has been recognized as one of Esquire’s Best Bars in America 2024! Out of the 42 drinking destinations on the...

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Grand Cinema Under the Stars at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Fairmont Grand Del Mar, an award-winning luxury resort in the coastal canyons of San Diego, is thrilled to bring Grand Cinema Under the Stars, presented...

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The Old Globe Debuts Solstice Soirée

Julep Venue

The Old Globe, San Diego’s Tony Award-winning theater, is kicking off the summer season with the debut of their Solstice Soirée event at JULEP. The...

Betty Boop Museum Exhibit to Premiere at Comic-Con Museum

New Betty Boop Exhibit to Premiere at Comic-Con Museum

For nearly 100 years, she’s remained a cultural icon. Now, you can immerse yourself in the worldwide debut of “Becoming Betty Boop,” a Comic-Con Museum...

Navy SEAL Museum Unveils D-Day Monument in Normandy

The Navy SEAL Museum unveiled a monument park honoring the Naval Combat Demolition Units (NCDU) and Scouts and Raiders (S&R)—predecessors of today’s Navy SEALs and...

Rare Society Solana Beach Launches Happy Hour

There are some happy hours that we’d rather not tell you about so we can have them all to ourselves — this is one of...

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Hideaway Pacific Beach Announces Grand Opening

Hideaway Pacific Beach, a vibrant, new SoCal lifestyle-inspired restaurant and bar lounge, is thrilled to announce its grand opening! Inspired by the laid-back surf and...

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Annual Taste of Julian: A Rural Dining Adventure

While apples will always be revered by the hamlet of Julian, they have more than apples to celebrate and Taste of Julian is designed to...

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Indulge in All Things Strawberry at Mellano Farm Stand Fest

It is going to be a berry exciting weekend at the Strawberry Festival at Mellano Farm Stand! This event has become so popular that the...

Suntory Spirits and Glass Box Del Mar Dinner

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Glass Box Suntory Dinner: A 5-Course Chef’s Table Experience

Glass Box

Oysters, Wagyu, and cocktails? We can’t think of a more perfect combination than that! Glass Box in Del Mar is partnering up with Suntory Spirits to host a five-course...

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Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Comes to San Diego

Balboa Park

Bringing the fun to the run since 1998, Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series San Diego is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Rock ‘n’...

Celebrate The NAT’s 150th Anniversary: A Summer of Wonder and Fun!

Hey San Diego! The NAT (San Diego Natural History Museum) is turning 150, and they’ve planned an epic celebration you won’t want to miss! All...

Little Italy

‘BASTA!’ by Sam the Cooking Guy to Open in Little Italy

Get ready to say “Basta!” to ordinary dining experiences and welcome in a new era of Italian-inspired cuisine as celebrated chef and television personality Sam...

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Golden State Ballet Presents TRIFECTA

San Diego Civic Theatre

In celebration of its third anniversary, the Golden State Ballet presents TRIFECTA, an incredible program of winning contemporary masterworks from the past, present, and future....

Cellar Hand Farm-to-Table Restaurant Opening in Hillcrest

Cellar Hand, the first full-service restaurant venture by the legendary Perrs, the family behind Pali Wine Co., is opening in the vibrant heart of San Diego’s Hillcrest...

San Diego Artist, Scarlett Baily, Launches New Mural Projects

Celebrated San Diego Artist Launches School Mural Projects

San Diego-based Chicana artist Scarlett Baily, renowned for her vibrant and thought-provoking murals, has just embarked on two exciting new projects. After completing a 2,535...

San Diego Museum of Art presents Jasper Johns exhibition

Jasper Johns Exhibition: A Legend’s Life in Art

This season, The San Diego Museum of Art opens “Jasper Johns: Drawings and Prints,” a new exhibition that invites you to explore works on paper by...

More Disruption exhibition in Oceanside Museum of Art

ExploreDisrupted Realism in OMA’s Upcoming Exhibition

Exciting news for art lovers! Oceanside Museum of Art will present a new juried exhibition, “More Disruption: Representational Art in Flux,” which promises to be...

Summer at Hotel del Coronado: Pool Party, Beach Nights, & More!

This summer, Hotel del Coronado invites you to create unforgettable memories with a lineup of sun-soaked activities. From a family-friendly pool party and vibrant Baja...

Summer Music Series in Arts District Liberty Station

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Celebrate Music Sin Fronteras at the ARTS DISTRICT Summer Music Series

North Promenade

Summer is almost here, and ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station is gearing up for a season full of live music with the return of the ARTS...

Note : We have turn off visibility of type in the backend due to performance improvements. This will be v Vin de Syrah's 15th Anniversary: A Circus Extravaganza

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Vin de Syrah’s 15th Anniversary: A Circus Extravaganza You Can’t Miss

Vin De Syrah

Save the date and step right up to Vin de Syrah’s greatest show yet! Their 15th Anniversary Party is a one-night spectacle that promises to...

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Duck Dive Hosts Parks and Rec Trivia

Duck Dive

Join Duck Dive for an evening of Parks and Recreation-themed trivia. Showcase your knowledge of Leslie Knope’s passion for waffles, Ron Swanson’s love for breakfast...

USS Midway Museum’s ‘Legacy Week’ Is The Heart And Soul Of Memorial Day In San Diego

The USS Midway Museum’s ‘Legacy Week’ is the heart and soul of the Memorial Day commemoration in San Diego. This year the USS Midway is...

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Cabana Blanco Anniversary Bash at Barleymash

Barleymash

Barleymash and Ginger’s, two iconic venues in the Gaslamp Quarter, are celebrating 12 years on Fifth Avenue! You’re invited to wear something white and join...

It’s About to Snow in City Heights!

December 13, 2025

12:00 pm

City Heights CDC is hosting its Winter Extravaganza at Teralta Park with 40 tons of real snow where children and families can play, build snowmen,...

San Diego

Winter Wonderland Returns to Market Creek Plaza With Holiday Magic for All

December 13, 2025

12:00 pm

Winter Wonderland 2025 is back at Market Creek Plaza, and if you’ve been looking for a free community celebration that’s created by the community, this...

San Diego

Christophe Rull Patisserie holiday pop-up

World-Class Chocolatiers Team Up for Holiday Pop-Up in San Marcos

December 13, 2025

9:00 am

U.S. World Chocolate Master and Netflix star Christophe Rull is teaming up again with Michelin-trained chocolatier Annaluna Karkar for a two-day holiday pop-up at Christophe...

San Marcos

Activate House Takes Over MCASD for the Last Mornings at the Museum of 2025

December 13, 2025

9:00 am

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Mornings at the Museum is closing out 2025 with a full-blown, energy-packed takeover of the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla, and...

La Jolla

San Diego Santa Run Brings 5K Fun to Pacific Beach

December 13, 2025

8:00 am

The 13th Annual San Diego Santa Run is happening in Pacific Beach, and if you’ve been looking for a 5K that’s less about PRs and...

Pacific Beach