The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of October 5, 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.
The NAT's 150th Anniversary
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...
Basta 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...
Trifecta by Golden State Ballet
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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 Restaurant
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...
Hotel del Coronado summer events
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...
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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...
Parks and Rec trivia at Duck Dive
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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 Memorial Day Legacy Week
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...
Cabana Blanco Anniversary Bash at barleymash
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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...
San Diego Mountain Biking Trails
6 of the Best Mountain Biking Trails in San Diego
The San Diego hills are packed with sweet single-track mountain bike trails slicing through our county. See you there!
Pro Motocross Championship
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53rd Season of Pro Motocross Championship Kicks Off in San Diego County
  • Fox Raceway
The world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle racing series is set to continue its second half-century of thrilling competition with the 53rd season of the Pro...
Memorial Day Weekend
Slide Into Summer With the Family this Memorial Day Weekend
Campland on the Bay, the iconic resort campgrounds nestled in San Diego’s Mission Bay, are thrilled to announce the summer return of family-friendly activities and...
Marugame Udon at Westfield UTC Mall Food
Westfield UTC Mall is San Diego’s Fast-Growing Foodie Hotspot
In addition to its ever-expanding shopping options, San Diego’s Westfield UTC Mall food scene has become quite the hotspot over the last few years, and...
Simon® real estate investment trust
Simon® Announces New Luxury Lifestyle Mixed-Use Development at Fashion Valley
Simon®, a real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership of premier shopping, dining, entertainment, and mixed-use destinations, today announced significant reinvestment to integrate luxury...
Barbie Summer at the Pier
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Barbie Summer Gets Going at the Pier in Oceanside
  • Junior Seau Pier Amphitheatre
Get ready to kick off Barbie Summer at the Pier at the Junior Seau Pier Amphitheater for a fabulous screening of “Barbie.” Strike a pose...
Summer Kickoff Street Fair, Summer at Del Mar Beach
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Summer Vibes at Del Mar Beach’s Summer Kickoff Street Fair
Get ready for the ultimate Summer Kickoff Street Fair at Del Mar Beach, a festive celebration featuring vendors offering everything from delicious food to exciting...
Craft Beer Festival
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Ultimate Memorial Day Block Party at the Santee Street Fair
The 14th annual Santee Street Fair and Craft Beer Festival is back, and it’s the ultimate one-day block party over Memorial Day weekend! Hosted by...
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial 
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Memorial Day Event Honors Marines Lost in Afghanistan
The Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial will honor U.S. Marines who were killed in combat while serving in Sangin, Afghanistan, from 2010 to 2011. The Marines...
Undocumented Times/ Queer Yearnings: A Poignant Exhibition at OMA
Ready for a transformative experience? Head to the Oceanside Museum of Art for “Undocumented Times/ Queer Yearnings,” an evocative exhibition curated by M. Liliana Ramirez....
SeaWorld San Diego Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
Memorial Day Weekend Celebration at SeaWorld San Diego
SeaWorld San Diego is planning a big Memorial Day weekend celebration! Special Offers and Honors for Military Personnel From Saturday, May 25 to Monday, May...
Upcoming Events
Elevate Your Pickleball Game at Rancho La Puerta's Specialty Weeks
Elevate Your Pickleball Game at Rancho La Puerta’s Specialty Weeks
December 6, 2025
8:00 am
Rancho La Puerta is taking pickleball to the next level with Pickleball ProWeeks running two consecutive weeks in December, and if you’re a player rated...
Annual OB Holiday Parade Parking Lot Party
Ocean Beach Holiday Parade Gets the Perfect After-Party at Kilowatt
December 6, 2025
5:00 am
  • Kilowatt Brewing Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach’s Annual Holiday Parade is back, and Kilowatt Brewing is doing what they do best – throwing a parking lot party that captures everything...
The Jingle Bar Christmas pop-up bar
Experience Christmas Magic at the Jingle Bar San Diego
December 4, 2025
5:00 pm
The number one most talked about Christmas pop-up bar is finally opening in San Diego, and if you’ve been following Jingle Bar’s success in other...
Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll Returns for Its 9th Year
November 29, 2025
2:00 pm
The Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll is back and ready to kick off the holiday season the right way. This neighborhood tradition returns Saturday, November 29,...
Surfin’ Santa Swaps His Sleigh for a Surfboard at Seaport Village
November 29, 2025
1:00 pm
Santa’s trading his sleigh for a surfboard again, and honestly, it makes way more sense for San Diego. Surfin’ Santa returns to Seaport Village, delivering...