The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of September 28, 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.

Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean sharing the stage together

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Watch Two Country Legends Share the Stage at Petco Park

PETCO Park

Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean are bringing their co-headlining Double Down Tour 2026 to Petco Park, and this is the kind of lineup that doesn’t...

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Make Your Museum Day a Brunch Day at The Nat

San Diego Natural History Museum

The Nat just leveled up your Sunday plans. Between the galleries and a rooftop brunch with sweeping Balboa Park views, this is quickly becoming the...

JEFF GOLDBLUM & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra The Night Blooms World Tour!

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Swing Into a Sunday Night With Jeff Goldblum at The Rady Shell

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Experience the charm of Jeff Goldblum The Rady Shell. Delve into his 30 years of jazz performance and diverse acting roles.

Upcoming

Mission Bayfest Returns to Mariner’s Point Park With Rebelution, Kolohe Kai & The Offspring

Mariners Point

Mission Bayfest is heading back to the waterfront this fall, bringing three days of reggae, rock, and SoCal vibes to Mariner’s Point Park along the...

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Celebrate 10 Years of Mt. Joy on the Bay at The Rady Shell

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Do not miss the Mt. Joy World Tour 2026. Celebrate a decade of music with electrifying performances and beloved hits.

Noah Kahan: The Great Divide Tour With Special Guest Gigi Perez

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Sing Your Heart Out With Noah Kahan at Petco Park

PETCO Park

Celebrate music and connection at Noah Kahan's The Great Divide Tour. His heartfelt songs will fill Petco Park with energy.

University Heights Summer Mixer at Park & Rec

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Come Hang Out at the University Heights Summer Mixer

Park & Rec

University Heights is getting together for its annual Summer Mixer, and honestly, there’s no better excuse to trade the couch for a night out with...

Corkfire restaurant at Temecula Creek Inn

Get a Taste of Wine Country’s New Live-Fire Menu at Temecula Creek Inn

Temecula Creek Inn just opened a new chapter in wine country dining, and it’s the kind of update that makes you want to clear your...

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Enjoy 100 Sakes at the 10th Annual San Diego Sake Festival

Julep Venue

Experience the San Diego Sake Festival with more than 100 top sakes, food options, and knowledgeable brewers to guide your tasting.

New Restaurants Opening in San Diego in 2026

San Diego is having a year. 2026 is tracking toward 90+ restaurant and bar openings across the county – from nationally recognized names planting flags...

Upcoming

Celebrate Día de los Muertos With Unlimited Tacos at SDMA’s Taco Party

San Diego Museum of Art

The San Diego Museum of Art is throwing a taco party in its sculpture garden, and honestly, it’s one of the most fun things on...

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Hunt for Rare Finds at the Inaugural Frontwave Arena Collectibles Expo

If you’re a collector of pretty much anything – sports cards, Pokémon, TCG, memorabilia – this is a big one. Frontwave Arena is hosting the...

Meet Wild Tide, the Hard Ginger Beer Making Waves in San Diego

If you’ve been reaching for hard seltzers out of habit but wishing they tasted like something, Wild Tide might be exactly what you’ve been looking...

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Celebrate Chula Vista’s Lemon Heritage at the 29th Annual Lemon Festival

Downtown Chula Vista
Third Avenue Village

Downtown Chula Vista has a fun one coming up. The 29th Annual Lemon Festival takes over Third Avenue for a full day of lemon-inspired food...

Spend Your Last Weeks of Summer at Andaz San Diego

From rooftop wellness to surprise comedy and a taste of the Wild West, Andaz San Diego is closing out summer with a stacked lineup, and...

Get Outside With Nature Collective’s Free August Events at San Elijo Lagoon

Nature Collective is making it really easy to spend August outdoors, and we’re here for it. They’ve lined up four free events plus a documentary...

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Taste Your Way Through Logan Heights at the Taste of Imperial Avenue

Logan Heights Community Development Corporation, alongside the Greater Logan Heights Small Business Advisory Group, is inviting the community out for the fifth annual Taste of...

Fill Your Basket at the Chula Vista Farmers’ Market

Visit the Chula Vista Farmers’ Market for a delightful Sunday filled with local food, flowers, and artisan crafts from over 100 vendors.

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Dog Days of Summer

Take Your Pup to Dinner and a Movie at Omni La Costa This August

Bring your dog to Omni La Costa Dog Days of Summer. Enjoy themed events and outdoor movie nights for a pawsitively great time.

Rooftop crowd at Margaritaville's Day of Service celebration

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Give Back and Get Tropical at Margaritaville’s Day of Service

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is turning good vibes into a great cause with its annual Day of Service, a celebration honoring the legacy...

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Grab Your Putter and Bar-Hop Through North Park at Putt-Oberfest 2026

North Park Mini Park

Mini golf and bar hopping in one event? North Park really did that. Putt-Oberfest is back, and it’s exactly as fun as it sounds –...

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Discover Original Art From 15+ Women Artists at Guest List Volume 001

Guest List Volume 001 is turning Good Night John Boy into a contemporary gallery for one night only, showcasing original work from 15+ women artists...

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Celebrate 40 Years of Little Shop of Horrors With Ellen Greene at Balboa Theatre

Balboa Theatre

Little Shop of Horrors is turning 40, and Balboa Theatre is celebrating the only way that makes sense: with a screening hosted by the woman...

Pull Up to Gillie’s Auto Lounge for Cars, Coffee, and Good Company

Join the fun at Gillie's Auto Lounge events this summer! Experience the Cars & Coffee series for car enthusiasts in San Diego.

A moment of remembrance at Wings Over Big Bear

Celebrate Jackie’s Legacy at Wings Over Big Bear

October 3, 2026

10:00 am

Following the loss of Jackie, the bald eagle whose Big Bear nest captivated millions of viewers worldwide, the Big Bear community is coming together to...

Big Bear

University Heights Community-Wide Garage Sale annual neighborhood event San Diego

Shop Local Art at the University Heights ‘Sip & Shop’

October 2, 2026

6:00 pm

Discover the charm of University Heights Sip & Shop, where local artists and delicious brews create an unforgettable evening.

San Diego

Pull on Your Boots for Billy Currington and Dylan Scott in Del Mar

October 2, 2026

5:30 pm

Del Mar Fairgrounds

Discover the magic of country music at the Billy Currington and Dylan Scott concert on a Friday night in Del Mar this October.

Del Mar

Confetti flying at the Orchids & Onions awarding ceremony

Toast to San Diego’s Design Scene at Orchids & Onions

October 2, 2026

5:30 pm

SDAF is throwing a golden anniversary celebration with the 50th edition of Orchids & Onions, honoring 50 years of celebrating the best of San Diego’s...

Liberty Station

Step Into Masquerade After Dark at Top of the Hyatt

October 2, 2026

5:00 pm

Manchester Grand Hyatt

Discover the enchanting atmosphere of Masquerade After Dark at the Top of the Hyatt, featuring cocktails and sushi with a twist.

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