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.
Coastal Exposures Exhibition Coming to Oceanside Museum of Art
OMA Presents “Coastal Exposures: 10 Years of Photography at The Osider Magazine”
The Oceanside Museum of Art is proud to announce its upcoming exhibition showcasing a decade of extraordinary photography that captures the essence of Oceanside’s vibrant...
Architecture of Jubilation: The Art and Vision
Ilan-Lael to Showcase “Architecture of Jubilation: The Art and Vision of James Hubbell” Exhibition
The Ilan-Lael Foundation, renowned for its commitment to preserving and promoting the artistic legacy of James Hubbell, is thrilled to announce its participation in World...
Tournament of Cocktails with San Diego's Top Bartenders
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Get Shaken and Stirred at the Tournament of Cocktails With San Diego’s Top Bartenders
  • Herb and Wood
Are you ready to experience the ultimate showdown in San Diego’s cocktail scene? Mark your calendars for the Tournament of Cocktails, an evening where the...
Cucina Urbana hosts festa della donna
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San Diego’s Top Female Chefs & Winemakers Join Forces for Charitable Festa Della Donna
  • Cucina Urbana
Celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day in March with San Diego’s celebrated top female chefs as they come together to host Festa Della...
Luxurious Dinner Experience at Black Radish
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Black Radish Partners With Memento Mori & El Molino Winery for a Luxurious Dinner Experience
A trifecta of culinary wizards unite for one unforgettable San Diego dining event as award-winning Chef Itze of Black Radish fame joins forces with sought-after...
Lilian's Weekend Brunch at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
Lilian’s to Launch Weekend Brunch at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
Clear those agendas and make brunch plans for Rancho Santa Fe stat! That’s right—picturesque farm-to-table destination Lilian’s officially extends their artistry into leisurely weekend affairs!...
Cyndi Smith and Basem Harb of Fierce & Kind make award-winning spirits that combine passion and purpose with sustainable production.
Fierce & Kind: A Spirited Journey of Passion and Impact
We got to sit down for a chat with Basem Harb and Cyndi Smith, the dynamic duo behind Fierce & Kind, a San Diego-based brand...
Mila Moursi Spa at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
Mila Moursi Spa Now Open at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
Luxury lovers, prepare for ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation with the newly unveiled Mila Moursi Spa at Rancho Santa Fe’s storied retreat, The Inn! The first...
Leap Year Happy Hour at California English
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Join a Leap Year Happy Hour With Celebrity Chef Richard Blais at California English!
Celebrity Chef and Restauranteur Richard Blais is hosting an epic Leap Year Happy Hour at California English to celebrate the extra day with good vibes...
Aldea La Jolla
La Jolla’s Newest Restaurant Aldea Opens its Doors
Aldea, a contemporary California restaurant with Mexican inspiration rooted in the heart of La Jolla Village, is now open! Founder Steve Horowitz, a passionate La Jolla native,...
Taylor Swift Trivia Night at Duck Dive
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Swiftie Showdown at Duck Dive’s Trivia Night!
  • Duck Dive
Gather your squad and join PB’s Duck Dive for a fun-filled Taylor Swift trivia night, where you can put your Swiftie knowledge to the test!...
Social Syndicate celebrates nine year anniversary of Rabbit Hole
Down the Rabbit Hole: An Inside Look at Crafting Cherished San Diego Hangouts
We sat down with Brendan and Big Jon from Social Syndicate for an exclusive peek behind the scenes of their wildly popular gathering places, including...
Chef Fest San Diego
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Chef Fest: San Diego’s Hip Hop and Culinary Extravaganza at Port Pavilion
  • Port Pavilion Broadway Pier
Get ready to taste the most mouthwatering dishes from top chefs in San Diego at Chef Fest San Diego 2024, where culinary excellence meets hip...
Girl Scouts San Diego Cookie and Beverage Pairings
Girl Scouts San Diego Teams Up With Local Restaurants for Cookie and Beverage Pairings
Girl Scout season collides with brilliant bar bites as San Diego‘s buzziest restaurants dream up drinkable odes to those nostalgic cookie boxes! Iconic eateries have...
San Diego Seals Georgia Swarm Pechanga Arena
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Seals Set to Host Georgia in Pivotal NLL Matchup on Local Hero and Marvel Superhero Night
  • Pechanga Arena San Diego
The San Diego Seals, fresh off a bye, will return to Pechanga Arena this Friday night to take on the Georgia Swarm in a pivotal...
Dodo & Cars Event at Dodo Bird Donuts
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Rev Up Your Weekend: Don’t Miss the Dodo & Cars Event at Dodo Bird Donuts
Get ready for an unbeatable Saturday morning at the inaugural Dodo & Cars event by Dodo Bird Donuts, where the community vibe meets the thrill...
Alumni Chef Dinner Series at George's at the Cove
Georges at the Cove Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Alumni Chef Dinner Series
La Jolla’s Georges at the Cove is celebrating its Big 40 with an exciting alumni chef dinner series! The 2019 Michelin-recognized restaurant was founded by...
Wheels Up San Diego Skills Clinics
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Master Your Mountain Bike With Wheels Up San Diego Skills Clinics
Get ready to take your mountain biking to new heights with Wheels Up San Diego Skills Clinics! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to...
Belmont in Bloom Festival
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Blooming Beautiful: Belmont Park’s Most Colorful Festival is Back!
  • Belmont Park
Belmont will be in full bloom this spring as it’s transformed into a kaleidoscope of color with stunning floral arrangements and vibrant spring sculptures at...
Founders Live San Diego
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Founders Live San Diego: The Ultimate Entrepreneurial Experience!
Get ready to immerse yourself in the electric atmosphere of Founders Live San Diego, where creativity and competition collide in a happy hour like no...
Nobu Hotel Del Coronado
World-Renowned Restaurant Nobu Coming to Coronado
Brace your tastebuds, San Diego—the Hotel Del’s $550 million makeover takes a new turn in 2025 with iconic actor/restaurateur duo Nobu Matsuhisa and Robert De...
Forbes Travel Guide awards Rancho Valencia Resort
Rancho Valencia Named Five Star Hotel and Spa in Forbes 2024 Star Awards
Forbes Travel Guide, the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, and spas, has announced its 2024 Star Awards! The renowned Rancho Valencia Resort...
Lala Little Italy
Busalacchi Restaurants’ Lala Debuts in Little Italy
Discover the legacy of Busalacchi Restaurants, a family-driven saga that transformed San Diego’s Little Italy into a culinary haven. Led by the next generation, their...
Ving Simpson Inside Out
Step Into Ving Simpson’s World of Symbolic Forms and Universal Mysteries in ‘Inside Out’
Oceanside Museum of Art is thrilled to announce a visionary new exhibition, Ving Simpson: Inside Out, showcasing the work of acclaimed mixed media artist Ving...
Upcoming Events
Grass Skirt Annual Tiki Luau
The Grass Skirt’s Tiki Luau Returns With All-Inclusive Island Vibes
September 21, 2025
2:00 pm
  • The Grass Skirt
The Grass Skirt in Pacific Beach is bringing back their signature summer send-off with an all-inclusive tropical celebration that’s become a local tradition. This eighth...
Nerissa Sounds Jazz Brunch Cruise
Nerissa Sounds Brings Jazz Brunch to San Diego Bay
September 21, 2025
12:00 pm
There’s something about September in San Diego that makes dining outdoors feel essential, and the husband-and-wife team behind Zolna Yachts gets it. Shari and Amos...
Parfait Party at Tajima Ramen
Parfait Party’s Kawaii Maid Café Returns to Tajima Ramen for Round Two
September 20, 2025
1:00 pm
The collaboration that had people lining up around the block is back, and this time Parfait Party and Tajima Ramen are pulling out all the...
USS Midway dear doc
USS Midway Museum Honors WWII’s 80th Anniversary Through Letters
September 16, 2025
6:00 pm
  • USS Midway Museum
The USS Midway Museum is hosting an evening that brings history to life through the personal words of those who lived it. “Dear Doc” uses...
mavericks beach club pickleball tournament
Mavericks Beach Club Hosts Pickleball Tournament for Firefighter Aid
September 15, 2025
12:00 pm
  • Mavericks Beach Club
Mavericks Beach Club is hosting a pickleball tournament that combines competitive fun with supporting local firefighters. The SD Fire Department Pickleball Tournament brings together the...