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.
Yoga & Brunch at Hudson & Nash
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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...
Reset, Reflect, Refresh
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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
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...
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
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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...
Azteks Raspberry Kombucha
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...
WSL World Junior Championships
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World’s Best Junior Surfers Compete at WSL World Junior Championships in Oceanside
  • Oceanside Pier
From Tuesday, January 9 to Sunday, January 14, 2024, Oceanside will host the WSL World Junior Championships for the first time, adding to the already...
Architectural Salvage
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Architectural Salvage Announces Closing After 28 Years of Reclaiming History in San Diego
Architectural Salvage, a pioneer in San Diego‘s vintage and reclaimed interior scene, announces its planned closure after 28 years with a Celebration Sale on January...
new flavors at Communal South Park
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Communal Celebrates New Year with New Flavors and You’re Invited
  • Communal
Celebrate the new year with new flavors at Communal South Park! Enjoy a live DJ from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM, mimosas and white wine...
Point Loma Association New Mural by Sarah Stieber
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New Mural Joins Point Loma Skyline
  • The Monsaraz San Diego, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great news, neighbors—the Point Loma Association just gifted the community a sky-high new symbol of uplift and possibility courtesy of renowned San Diego muralist Sarah...
Golden Globes Luxury Gift Bag Features Seabird Ocean Resort
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Seabird Ocean Resort Celebrates its Feature in Golden Globes Luxury Gift Bag
  • The Seabird Resort
The Golden Globes has announced the contents of its super exclusive, luxury gift bag for the winners and presenters at the show, unveiling a luxury...
Arely’s French Bakery
Arely’s French Bakery Celebrates 20 Years with Giveaways, Croissants, and Champagne
Arely’s French Bakery will be celebrating two decades of sweet confections, artisan loaves, and French classics this January. Since 2004, Arely’s French Bakery has been...
Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience at The Magnolia
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Relive 80s Pop With the Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience at The Magnolia
  • The Magnolia
Who’s Bad – The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience is coming to El Cajon’s The Magnolia for one night only on Saturday, January 6! From moonwalking...
Where to Get the Best Mocktails for Dry January
Where to Get the Best Mocktails for Dry January
Even if New Year’s resolutions aren’t your thing, the start of the calendar year always offers an opportunity for reset, reflection, and healthy habits. Now...
Wine-Pairing Night Awaits at Beeside Balcony Del Mar
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Wine Pairing at Beeside Balcony in Del Mar
  • Beeside Balcony
Experience a night filled with culinary delights and exquisite wines! Join Beeside Balcony in Del Mar as they team up with Quintessa Wines for an incredible wine-pairing night...
Word Design Capital San Diego Tijuana 2024
World Design Capital San Diego Tijuana 2024 and City of San Diego Launch Community-Driven Design Grants
Funded by the City of San Diego, the WDC 2024 Community-Driven Design Grants Program—which includes $550,000 in funds—enables nonprofit organizations and other designated businesses to...
Spill the Beans Mission Valley
Coffee Just Got a Whole Latte Better With Spill the Beans Mission Valley
Calling all early risers—Spill The Beans is bringing their acclaimed scratch-baked bagels, loaded breakfast plates, and extensive coffee menu to Mission Valley! As of December...
Speaker Series The Conrad
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Speaker Series Returns to The Conrad Along With Jazz & Piano Performances
  • The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
The new year brings the return of La Jolla Music Society’s popular Speaker Series at The Conrad, as well as performances by some of the...
ArtPower at UC San Diego presents Jake Blount
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Award-Winning Banjoist, Fiddler, and Singer Jake Blount Makes San Diego Debut
  • The Loft @ UCSD
Marking the beginning of the New Year for ArtPower at UC San Diego is Jake Blount (pronounced blunt), an acclaimed interpreter of Black folk music...
JFGM Master Series Program
Discover Japan’s Storied Traditions from Master Artisans
Embrace the rich cultural heritage of Japan as the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum (JFGM) kicks off an illuminating Master Series unpacking treasured practices that...
Chic N Freak New Year's Eve
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Ring in 2024 With Disco Magic at the Chic N Freak NYE Ball
  • Coasterra Restaurant
Calling all glamorous night owls craving an elegantly freaky NYE! The iconic Chic N Freak Ball returns on December 31 with a thrilling nocturnal fête...
New Year's Eve Bond Gala at Kona Kai
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Shaken, Not Stirred! Kona Kai’s 007 NYE
  • Kona Kai Resort and Spa
Step into a world of sophistication and intrigue as Kona Kai hosts a New Year’s Eve Bond Gala, inspired by the iconic James Bond. The...
Birch Aquarium Colony presents Little Blue Penguins
Home for the Holidays: Five Penguins Join Birch Aquarium Colony
Just in time for the holidays, five new penguins made their little blue debut at Birch Aquarium this month! Two of the penguins, Nugget and...
Paula Poundstone at The Magnolia
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The Magnolia Showcases Comedy Royalty With Paula Poundstone
  • The Magnolia
On December 22, The Magnolia is set to welcome Paula Poundstone! The Magnolia, formerly known as the East County Performing Arts Center, stands as a...
Upcoming Events
Sip Italian Wine and History Among the Gardens
August 21, 2025
6:00 pm
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
There’s something magical about combining great wine with beautiful surroundings, and the Wine Tasting and History evening at San Diego Botanic Garden delivers on both...
Score Big at Home Start’s National Thrift Store Day Celebration
August 16, 2025
10:00 am
We love a good thrift find, and this weekend gives us the perfect excuse to dive into some serious secondhand shopping. Home Start’s Thrift Boutique in...
San Diego Wave FC Fire-Rescue Foundation game
Wave FC Teams Up With Fire-Rescue Foundation for Community Night
August 9, 2025
7:00 pm
  • Snapdragon Stadium
San Diego Wave FC and the Fire-Rescue Foundation have joined forces for what promises to be an incredible game with serious community impact. When the...
The Mental Bar Art Show
Local Artists Take Center Stage at The Mental Bar
August 9, 2025
12:00 pm
The Mental Bar is hosting an art show that’s got us genuinely excited about discovering new local talent. This cozy coffee and wellness spot on...
Pickleball Mission Bay Resort
Aloha! San Diego Mission Bay Resort Brings Island Vibes to the Court
August 8, 2025
5:00 pm
  • San Diego Mission Bay Resort
San Diego Mission Bay Resort is celebrating National Pickleball Day with a tropical twist that’s got us ready to dust off our paddles and break...