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.
Carruth Cellars Christmas Market
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Carruth Cellars To Host Christmas Market Celebration At HANGAR76 In Oceanside
  • Carruth Cellars
  • Liberty Station
On Sunday, December 3rd, the city’s own Carruth Cellars is set to kick off the holiday cheer with a delightful Christmas Market right at its...
Holiday Tea Party Pop-Up at You & Yours Distilling Co.
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Warm Your Spirts At You & Yours Holiday Tea Pop-Up
  • You & Yours Distilling Co.
This holiday season, You & Yours Distilling Co. is making spirits bright with a Holiday Tea Party Pop-Up! On Saturday December 2nd, guests will be treated to...
Ray Charles Stage at Dea Hurston New Village Arts
New Village Arts Center Stage To Be Named In Honor Of Music Legend Ray Charles
New Village Arts (NVA), North County’s cultural hub, is proud to announce that with the support of Dr. Valerie Ervin and The Ray Charles Foundation,...
SoNo Fest and Chili Cook-Off
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Experience San Diego’s Best Chili & Craft Beer At SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-Off
Mark your calendars for one of our favorite events of the year – the annual SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-Off, happening on Sunday, December 3rd!...
Great Dicken's Holiday Pop-Up Duck Dive
Great Dicken’s Holiday Pop-Up At Duck Dive Brings Festive Vibe In Pacific Beach
Duck Dive has very festive plans for the month of December with their Great Dicken’s Holiday Pop-Up. Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol is a story...
Enchanting Cocktail Trees By Grind & Prosper Hospitality
Unveiling San Diego’s Enchanting Cocktail Trees By Grind & Prosper Hospitality
San Diego’s dynamic culinary landscape continues to surprise with innovations that spark excitement. Amidst the array of culinary experiences, Grind & Prosper Hospitality takes center...
Rigs & Brews Toy Drive with Duck Foot Brewing
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Rigs & Brews Toy Drive: Join For A Festive Day Of Food, Beer, & Giving
  • Duck Foot Brewing Company
Rigs & Brews Toy Drive is coming up at Duck Foot Brewing! For every new unwrapped toy you donate, you receive 1 raffle ticket (must...
Piazza Costanza at Little Italy Association
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The Little Italy Association Holds Dedication Ceremony To Introduce The New Piazza Costanza
  • Little Italy
The Little Italy Association of San Diego (LIA) will be officially unveiling a brand new 2,000 square foot public piazza, Piazza Costanza on Tuesday, November 28th at...
Oceanside Museum of Art
Oceanside Museum of Art Announced 2023/24 Artist Alliance Biennial Exhibition Winners
Following an incredible opening celebration on Saturday, we are thrilled to announce the winners of the Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) 2023/24 Artist Alliance Biennial...
Champagne at The Guild Hotel in San Diego
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The Guild Hotel to Host Extravagant Centennial Celebration for NYE 2024
  • The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Guild Hotel is one of the most elegant, gorgeous hotels in Downtown San Diego – making it the perfect place for an extravagant New...
Holiday Bazaar and Fundraiser at Laughing Pony Rescue
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Laughing Pony Rescue Hosts Heartwarming Holiday Bazaar And Fundraiser
Laughing Pony Rescue (LPR), a horse rescue organization based in Rancho Santa Fe, in partnership with Ramona-based Tails and Legends Equestrian Society (T.A.L.E.S.) presents their...
Cocktails For A Cause
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Positive Movement Foundation To Host 3rd Annual Cocktails For A Cause
  • La Jolla Estate
The Positive Movement Foundation, a local non-profit committed to supporting and empowering underserved and at-risk children and youth, is thrilled to host their 3rd Annual...
The Barcelona
The Barcelona Announces 100 Years In San Diego With Grand Renovation
Bankers Hill’s iconic apartment community, The Barcelona, proudly celebrates its centennial milestone this year with a grand renovation, commemorating 100 years of excellence, resilience, and...
Chef Drew Deckman works the fire
Michelin Starred & World’s 50 Best Chef Drew Deckman To Open His First U.S. Restaurant in San Diego
More than a decade since opening his eponymous al fresco restaurant on a ranch in Mexico’s wine region, Chef Drew Deckman is preparing to introduce his...
San Marcos Holiday Market
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North City Set To Host The 4th Annual San Marcos Holiday Market
  • North City
Holiday activities are in full swing! North City is set to host the 4th annual San Marcos Holiday Market on Sunday, December 3. The community...
Queen Bee's 15 Year Anniversary, Queen Bee’s Art and Culture Center
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Celebrate The Rich History Of SD’s Arts & Culture Scene At Queen Bee’s 15 Year Anniversary
  • Queen Bee’s Art & Cultural Center
Queen Bee’s Art and Culture Center, a community space and beacon for artists in North Park, is thrilled to celebrate its 15th anniversary at the...
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Old Town San Diego
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An Evening Of Sparkling Lights At The 2023 Old Town San Diego Tree Lighting Ceremony
Join us for an evening of sparkling lights and melodious harmony at the 2023 Old Town San Diego Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, December...
Carols by Candlelight
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Carols By Candlelight Returns With Beloved 34th Annual Holiday Country Concerts
  • California Center for the Arts
A spectacular family holiday concert, Carolsby Candlelight will take place on Friday and Saturday, December 8 & 9 at the California Center for the Arts...
Black Friday offer at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Grab An Exclusive Black Friday Offer At Fairmont Grand Del Mar
For a limited time, save 40% on your next stay at Fairmont Grand Del Mar – San Diego‘s highest awarded luxury resort – as part...
Miss B's Coconut Club
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Booty Awaits At Miss B’s Coconut Club Pirates’ Week
  • Miss B’s Coconut Club
Ahoy maties! Arrrrrgh you ready for a swashbuckling adventure with Miss B’s Coconut Club? The Mission Beach Caribbean staple is celebrating booty and rum November 20th through...
Afternoon Tea Service At California English
California English Launches New Afternoon Tea Service
Pinkies up! Richard Blais’ California English is bringing the archetypal English institution of afternoon tea service to San Diego with their new Tea Time offered daily from 3PM to...
Glass Box Tequila Dinner
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Glass Box Hosts Tequila Dinner To Benefit San Diego Hunger Coalition
  • Glass Box
Join us at Glass Box, San Diego’s premier dining destination, for an exquisite Tequila Dinner on November 29th at 6PM. Tickets can be purchased for $85....
December Nights
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One Paseo Spreads Holiday Cheer With A Lineup Of Festive Events
  • One Paseo
Spend this holiday season at Del Mar’s favorite urban village, One Paseo, where every corner is adorned with twinkling lights and joy. This urban village...
Shop Local Saturday North Park Main Street
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North Park Main Street Presents Shop Local Saturday
  • North Park Main Street
North Park Main Street presents Shop Local Saturday in the North Park community on November 25, honoring the annual Small Business Saturday with a 5k...
Upcoming Events
celebration of Black culture and history
Frontwave Arena Hosts NBA G League San Diego Clippers Black History Night
February 8, 2025
7:00 pm
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as Frontwave Arena presents the inaugural NBA G League San Diego Clippers Black History Night! This special event blends...
Slater’s 50/50 15th Anniversary Celebration
Slater’s 50/50 15th Anniversary Celebration Brings a Burger Showdown to Liberty Station
February 8, 2025
2:00 pm
The Slater’s 50/50 15th Anniversary Celebration is serving up the ultimate block party, packed with epic burger battles, live entertainment, and all the indulgent flavors...
The Menta Bar's February events
Sip, Paint, Shop & Vibe: The Mental Bar’s Must-Attend Events This February
February 8, 2025
11:00 am
The Mental Bar in Encanto, the cherished destination in the heart of the Black Arts & Culture District of San Diego, has announced a packed event calendar...
Run, Walk & Roll for Independence
Run, Walk & Roll for Independence With Randy Jones at Mission Bay
February 8, 2025
8:00 am
  • De Anza Cove Park
Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the 15th Annual Run, Walk & Roll for Independence with former San Diego Padre and National League...
Broadway San Diego WICKED
Wicked Casts its Spell on San Diego
February 5, 2025
7:00 pm
  • Civic Theater
Broadway San Diego presents Wicked, the spellbinding musical that reimagines the story of Oz from a whole new perspective. Before Dorothy ever arrived, there was...