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.
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...
Town & Country Resort Snow Day
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San Diego Snow Day: Town & Country Resort Brings Snow to SoCal
  • Town and Country San Diego
Town and Country Resort in Mission Valley is bringing winter wonderland vibes to San Diego’s doorstep this Christmas week! December 24 through 31, the action-packed...
MEGA Noon Year Celebration
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Splash Into 2024 at Plunge’s MEGA Noon Year Celebration!
Bring a swimsuit and dive into the excitement of New Year’s Eve at Plunge San Diego at Belmont Park during its Annual MEGA Noon Year...
Patisserie Melanie dinner
Patisserie Melanie Launches French Bistro-Style Dinner
North Park’s homegrown haven of Parisian pastries and European flair has officially expanded into bistro dinner territory! Le Cordon Bleu-trained Chef Melanie Dunn has launched...
The Godinez sisters will open CARNE Y HUESO in North Park
Carne y Hueso to Join the Ranks of North Park Dining
Mexican concept Carne y Hueso, set to showcase ancestral ingredients and lesser-known specialties, is about to spice things up in North Park’s ever-evolving food scene!...
Rosie O'Grady's Annual Holiday Party & Toy Drive
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Get Merry for Toys for Tots at Rosie O’Grady’s
‘Tis the season for giving back while giving into holiday revelry—and our friends at Rosie O’Grady’s have cooked up quite the festive bash on December...
holiday food distribution by Feeding San Diego
Feeding San Diego Distributes Food and Resources in Time for the Holidays
This Saturday, Feeding San Diego is hosting a free, holiday food distribution and community resource fair at its headquarters in Mira Mesa. The distribution will...
Holiday Treats At North City
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Pictures With Santa & Holiday Treats at North City
  • North City
Step into a winter wonderland at North City, the city within a city in San Marcos, on Saturday, December 16! Holiday Treats at North City...
Chiefy Cafe Yogas & Mimosas
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Yoga & Mimosas: Shape and Sip Into Saturday the San Diego Way
  • Chiefy Cafe
Looking to start your New Year’s resolutions early? Located in the heart of Hillcrest, Chiefy Cafe is hosting Yoga & Mimosas! This unique event is a collaboration between CorePower...
Tea Time At California English with Chef Richard Blais
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Tea Time at California English
Looking to unwind English style this Sunday? Join Fox’s “Next Level Chef” co-star and Bravo’s “Top Chef All-Stars” winner Richard Blais for an unforgettable Tea...
Social Syndicate celebrates nine year anniversary of Rabbit Hole
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The Rabbit Hole Celebrates Nine-Year Anniversary
The Rabbit Hole is hosting an anniversary and holiday celebration to recognize this incredible milestone. Join in the celebration on December 14 at 6:30 PM....
Sago Encinitas
SAGO Brings Elevated Social Dining and Late Night Entertainment to Encinitas
Starlight Hospitality Group has opened SAGO, a brand new elevated social dining concept and entertainment destination in Encinitas. Set in a lavish jungle-esque environment, SAGO’s...
Upcoming Events
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...
Cheers for Charity Pub Crawl
Raise a Glass for a Great Cause: Cheers for Charity Pub Crawl Returns to North Park
August 2, 2025
1:00 pm
Home of Guiding Hands is bringing their annual Cheers for Charity Pub Crawl back to North Park, and this year’s “Endless Summer” theme perfectly captures...
FOD Scholarship Fundraising Golf Tournament
Friends of Downtown’s Golf Tournament Champions Local Students
August 2, 2025
11:30 am
Friends of Downtown San Diego is teeing up their 5th Annual FOD Scholarship Fundraising Golf Tournament, and this year’s event promises to deliver both competitive...
Nature collective august events
Get Wild: Nature Collective’s Free Tours Unlock San Elijo Lagoon’s Hidden World
August 2, 2025
10:00 am
Nature Collective is offering something genuinely special with their August & September events featuring free Discovery and Wildlife Tours throughout both months. When a local...