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.
St. James Music Series presents The Phantom Of The Opera
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St. James Music Series Presents The 1925 Silent Film,The Phantom Of The Opera
  • St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
Long before the age of special effects and AI, Hollywood produced silent films accompanied by the organ. These improvised scores showcased the drama of each...
Old Town Dia de los Muertos
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Dia De Los Muertos Comes To Life At Bazaar Del Mundo And Casa Guadalajara
  • Bazaar del Mundo
Old Town’s Casa Guadalajara and Bazaar del Mundo Shops are celebrating loved ones, Saturday and Sunday, October 28 and 29 for Dia De Los Muertos...
East Village Pumpkin Patch
E-Vil Halloween Pumpkin Patch Opens In East Village
The smell of fall is in the air and spooky season is upon us! Get in the festive Halloween spirit and stop by East Village’s...
Dining in the Dark at Japanese Friendship Garden
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Experience Dining In The Dark At The Japanese Friendship Garden
  • Japanese Friendship Garden
Make your reservations now for an unforgettable evening of sensory exploration at the Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum at their upcoming dining-in-the-dark experience. New Moon...
Haunted Hearts Books & Records
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Haunted Hearts: A Spirits & Singles Mixer At Books & Records
On Halloween night, Books & Records will be putting on Haunted Hearts, a spirits and singles mixer where guests are sure to not get ghosted....
Crab Hut Puts On Haunted Hut This Halloween
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Crab Hut Puts On Haunted Hut: A Fisherman’s Revenge This Halloween
On Tuesday, October 31st, Crab Hut will be putting on a special Halloween event dubbed Haunted Hut: A Fisherman’s Revenge complete with spooky cocktails, free cotton candy, costume...
The Hotel del Victorian Restoration
Hotel Del Coronado Announces Renovation Of Victorian Neighborhood
The legendary Hotel del Coronado, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, has announced plans to restore and revitalize the hotel’s historic Victorian building with a...
Annual Halloween Carnival at Solana Vista Elementary School
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Annual Halloween Carnival At Solana Beach Is Back For Its 66th Year
The Solana Vista and Skyline Elementary Schools’ 66th Annual Halloween Carnival will take place at Solana Vista Elementary School located at 780 Santa Victoria in...
DivoDiva Cafe brings Italy to Hillcrest.
Hillcrest’s DivoDiva Unveils A Harmonious Blend Of Coffee, Wine, And Passion
Hillcrest has some of the most unique people and places in San Diego, and DivoDiva is no exception! The new European cafe was inspired by...
WNDR Museum features Jason Mayden
WNDR Museum To Feature Jason Mayden To Present “Boys Break Too” Exhibition
WNDR Museum, San Diego’s immersive art and technology experience, has partnered with designer, educator and entrepreneur, Jason Mayden to present a digital version of his...
Seabreeze Craft Chocolates
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Seabreeze Craft Chocolates To Host Sweet Celebration On National Chocolate Day
On National Chocolate Day, learn how to make and decorate chocolates from premier chocolatier, Jim Lantry of Seabreeze Craft Chocolates. San Diego’s own Willy Wonka...
Techno Halloween Event with In The Bag & The Deep End
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In The Bag & The Deep End Go BuMp In The Night For An Electronic Music Event
In The Bag Productions and The Deep End present STORIES, a 21+ house and techno Halloween event where trippy tales will encourage your inner-child to...
Día De Los Muertos⁠ Dinner at Camino Riviera
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Join Camino Riviera For A Sultry Día De Los Muertos⁠ Dinner
  • Camino Riviera
Join Camino Riviera for a celebration honoring the dead in their sultry dining room and open air lounge during their Día De Los Muertos⁠ dinner....
Annual Halloween Celebration Is Back At Novo Brazil Brewing
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NOVO Brazil Brewing To Hold Annual Halloween Celebration
  • NOVO Brazil Brewing Opens Restaurant and Sports Bar in Mission Valley Mall
Chula Vista’s NOVO Brazil Brewing Company is holding its annual Halloween celebration on Friday, October 27, at its Lane Avenue headquarters and brewery. The family-friendly,...
Pumpkin Painting Party Bivouac Ciderworks
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Celebrate Spooky Season At Bivouac’s 3rd Annual Pumpkin Painting Party!
  • Bivouac Ciderworks
Get ready for a ghoulishly good time as Bivouac Ciderworks hosts its 3rd Annual Pumpkin Painting Party! This isn’t your average trip to the pumpkin...
Marufuku Ramen Joins Glass Box For Paired Sake Dinner
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Glass Box Del Mar & Marufuku Ramen Host Paired Sake Dinner Featuring Dassai Sakes
  • Glass Box
Join Glass Box Del Mar and Marufuku Ramen in the luxurious Sky Deck located in the Del Mar Highlands shopping center October 25th as they...
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Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch Celebrates The Season With Annual Costume Contest and Parade
  • Bates Nut Farm
Pumpkins, squash, and gourds of all shapes and sizes await at Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch, and the patch is celebrating the season with their...
Sparks Gallery
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Sparks Gallery Features Stefanie Bales’ Solo Exhibition, “Amor Terrae: Letters To The Wild”
  • Sparks Gallery
In the last exhibition of the year at Sparks Gallery, Little Italy Artist Stefanie Bales’ solo exhibition examines the theme of “imagination” through a visual...
Fall Cocktail Release Party at Camino Riviera
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Camino Riviera To Host Fall Cocktail Release Party
  • Camino Riviera
Celebrar el otoño with NEW cocktails during Camino Riviera’s Fall Cocktail Release Party on Wednesday, October 18th. Join us for complimentary cocktails from 5PM-6PM, including...
Murder Mystery Beer Pairing Dinner at Second Chance Beer
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Murder Mystery Beer Pairing Dinner Is Back At Second Chance Beer For Its 4th Year
  • Second Chance Beer Co. Brewery
Second Chance Beer Company, the “Seize a Pint, Save a Pup” brewery in Carmel Mountain, is hosting its 4th-Annual Murder Mystery Beer Pairing Dinner on...
East Village Association presents East Village SALUTES
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East Village Association Debuts The Inaugural ‘East Village SALUTES!’
  • East Village San Diego
To celebrate the brave men and women who have served our nation, the East Village Association is thrilled to announce the inaugural East Village SALUTES! event. On...
Halloween Pup Crawl at North Park
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Annual North Park Halloween Pup Crawl Is Back For Its 2nd Year
  • Second Chance Beer Lounge
Get ready for a spine-tingling, thirst-quenching adventure through the heart of North Park this Halloween season! Put on your most creative and chilling costumes, gather...
Book Signing Party at Carruth Cellars
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SUNDAY FUNDAY! Children’s Book Signing Party With Doggie Costume Contest!
  • Carruth Cellars’ Solana Beach Tasting Room
You’re Invited! Join in the fun at the first ever Book Signing Party of “Henri and the Magnificent Snort!”, this Sunday, October 22nd, come at...
skating on holidays
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Rady Children’s Ice Rink At Liberty Station Returns To Kick Off The Holiday Season
  • Arts District Liberty Station
The holiday season is about to get into full swing at Liberty Station! Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary and NTC Foundation welcome the community to kick off the...
Upcoming Events
National Go Skate Day
North City Celebrates National Go Skate Day With Ramp It Up Community Event
June 21, 2025
11:00 am
Wheels up, San Diego. North City is hosting Ramp It Up in honor of National Go Skate Day, bringing together skate culture, community spirit, and...
The Mental Bar is hosting the Cars Coffee & Unity Cruise
Cars Coffee & Unity Cruise Revs Up Community at The Mental Bar
June 21, 2025
8:00 am
Car enthusiasts and coffee lovers, your perfect Saturday morning awaits. The Mental Bar is hosting the Cars Coffee & Unity Cruise, combining automotive passion with...
bro-am beach fest
Bro-Am Beach Fest 2025 Brings Grammy Winners and Good Vibes to Encinitas
June 21, 2025
7:00 am
  • Moonlight Beach
Summer kicks off with purpose and serious fun at Moonlight Beach. Bro-Am Beach Fest 2025 returns as a free, all-ages celebration that combines Grammy Award-winning...
Summer Solstice Sound Healing experience at San Diego Botanic Garden
Summer Solstice Sound Healing at San Diego Botanic Garden Creates Magic in Encinitas
June 20, 2025
7:30 pm
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
Something truly extraordinary is happening at the San Diego Botanic Garden this Friday evening. The longest day of the year calls for a celebration that...
Grand Social's Surf & Tiki Night
Grand Social’s Surf & Tiki Night Brings Island Vibes to Your Friday
June 20, 2025
5:00 pm
  • Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Escape to the tropics without leaving San Diego. Grand Social’s Surf & Tiki Night transforms Friday evenings into an island getaway where surf rock energy...