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.

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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...

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...

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...

Clique Hospitality to Unveil The Kitchen and The Clubhouse at Torrey View

Clique Hospitality looks to corner San Diego’s cravings for cutting-edge fare with two new progressive eateries complementing Torrey View’s scenic campus. We’re talking photogenic bowls...

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WNDR After Dark: Reject Valentine’s Day Tradition at WNDR Museum

WNDR Museum

Break free from the conventional celebration of love at WNDR Museum’s WNDR After Dark: Reject Tradition. Whether you’re recharging solo, celebrating with friends, or seeking...

Kokedama Workshop at San Diego Botanic Garden

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Kokedama Workshop: Learn the Japanese Living Art Form

San Diego Botanic Garden

Learn about the traditional Japanese Living Art form where moss is used as a container for a plant at San Diego Botanic Garden. During this...

Paint the Night Away at PRK 101 Carlsbad

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Calling All Artists, Paint the Night Away at PRK 101 This Valentine’s Day

Park 101

This Valentine’s Day, Paint the Night Away and head to PRK101 Carlsbad for an evening of paint-filled fun! Whether sharing the evening with a significant...

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San Diego’s Black Arts & Culture District Brings First Ever ‘Daygo Eatz’ Event

Encanto, San Diego’s vibrant Black Arts & Culture District, is set to come alive with the inaugural Daygo Eatz! Organized by The Mental Bar, and...

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LJMS Changemaker Speaker Series Continues With Andy Mann’s “Making Waves: Summit to Sea”

Experience the wonder of our underwater world through riveting stories! Following its sold-out premiere with Peter Hillary, La Jolla Music Society’s exciting Changemaker Speaker Series continues with...

Underwater Valentine’s Dinner at SeaWorld San Diego

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SeaWorld Offers New After-Hours Underwater Valentine’s Dinner

SeaWorld San Diego

SeaWorld San Diego is inviting love birds to stay after-hours for an Underwater Valentine’s Dinner and enjoy a romantic dinner for two in Turtle Reef,...

Hold Fast Immersive Art Exhibition Opens at Birch Aquarium

Don’t miss this powerful and immersive art exhibit that invites us to explore the impact of climate change on our local kelp forest through the...

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El Chingon to Host Tequila Cocktail Dinner With Herradura

El Chingon

Get ready to dive into a world where Herradura Tequila shines as the star of the night! Nestled in the vibrant heart of the Gaslamp...

Prohibition Cocktail Class at Prohibition Lounge

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Shake Things Up at the Prohibition Cocktail Class with Divino Maguey Mezcal

Prohibition San Diego

Ever dreamt of mastering the art of cocktail crafting? Your chance is here! Dive into an evening of mixology magic at Prohibition Lounge with their...

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Treat Yourself to a Day of Wellness and Relaxation With Rancho La Puerta

Rancho La Puerta, North America’s original fitness resort and spa, brings back the beloved one-day experience of spending Saturdays at The Ranch! Experience Wellness and...

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The Legendary CRSSD Festival Returns Spinning Spring Magic

Waterfront Park

Since its inception in 2015, CRSSD Festival has created a unique enclave for the global electronic music community in San Diego. Today, CRSSD announces another...

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Dive Into the Heart of Creativity at the San Diego Writers Festival

Calling all book lovers and aspiring writers! The Coronado Public Library is the place to be for the San Diego Writers Festival. Immerse yourself in...

Cocktail and Spirit Pairing Dinner at Monello

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Savor the Spirit at Monello’s Cocktail and Spirit Pairing Dinner

Get ready for an extraordinary evening at Monello, Little Italy’s gem, marrying refined Italian fare with award-winning Mexican spirits. We’re raising glasses to a true...

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...

San Diego

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...

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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...

Pacific Beach

Taste Of South Park 2019 Welcomes You To San Diego's Most Happening Neighborhood

Taste of South Park is Back After Five Years

September 13, 2025

12:00 pm

After what feels like forever, one of our favorite neighborhood food crawls is finally returning. The Taste of South Park disappeared for five years, leaving...

San Diego

A Century-Old Tradition Returns: Grape Day Festival Is Back in Escondido

September 13, 2025

12:00 pm

Grape Day Park

Every now and then, we get the chance to step into a piece of living history, and Escondido’s Grape Day Festival is exactly that kind...