The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of July 13, 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.

Michelin-Recognized Paradisaea Introduces New Menu Under New Executive Chef

Paradisaea, under the leadership of Chef Jeff Armstrong, has launched a new dinner menu, available starting January 17. In collaboration with the owners, Eric and...

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,...

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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 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...

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...

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...

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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...

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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...

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...

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...

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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,...

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 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...

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 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...

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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...

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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

La Mesa

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...

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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...

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...

Wild Encounters and Bayside Fun at Animals on the Bay Day

May 4, 2025

10:00 am

Living Coast Discovery Center

The Living Coast Discovery Center is throwing open its doors for one of the most family-friendly nature days of the year—Animals on the Bay Day—with...

Chula Vista

Golden Makers Market Debuts in San Diego With Two-Day Celebration of AANHPI Creativity

May 3, 2025

11:00 am

San Diego Made Factory

A vibrant new marketplace is popping up in San Diego—and it’s all about community, culture, and craftsmanship. Golden Guide is launching its first-ever Golden Makers...

San Diego

Step Into Spring at the 2025 Clairemont Garden Tour

May 3, 2025

10:00 am

The beloved Clairemont Garden Tour returns for its 28th year, offering a self-guided showcase of a dozen stunning home gardens across Clairemont and Bay Park....

San Diego

Pool House Sundays Return With Rooftop Vibes and a High-Energy DJ Lineup

April 27, 2025

12:00 pm

The Pool House

San Diego’s rooftop scene heats up this spring with the return of Pool House Sundays at The Pool House, Pendry San Diego’s third-floor day club...

San Diego

Celebrate the Craft at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

Celebrate the Craft Returns for a Day of Culinary Excellence

April 27, 2025

11:30 am

The Lodge at Torrey Pines

Celebrate the Craft, one of Southern California’s premier food festivals, is back at The Lodge at Torrey Pines for another unforgettable afternoon. Set against the...

La Jolla