The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of July 13, 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.

Breakfast and brunch in Mission Valley get elevated!

Mission Valley

Mission Valley Breakfast Company Opens in Mission Valley

Mission Valley Breakfast Company, the highly-anticipated morning eatery, is thrilled to announce the opening of its second location in the thriving neighborhood of Mission Valley. Following...

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Something Different This Summer? Take In A Sunset Luau On Mission Bay!

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

A San Diego summer tradition on the shores of Mission Bay, the annual Sunset Luau by Catamaran Resort is a festive celebration of Polynesian food,...

The Hive La Jolla, a San Diego speakeasy

The Hive Speakeasy In La Jolla Is Now Open

Beeside Balcony, the beloved destination known for its enchanting ambiance and culinary delights, is thrilled to announce the opening of its latest venture, The Hive...

Belmont Park Is Celebrating 98 Years With Special Birthday Treats!

Belmont Park, the timeless icon of San Diego’s beach community, is gearing up to celebrate its 98th year – nearly a century of fun and...

Birch Aquarium Hosts Penguin Photo Contest

Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is celebrating the first anniversary of Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins with a penguin...

El Chingon Celebrates 4th Of July With hotdog eating challenge, Tacos & Tequila

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El Chingon Celebrates Fourth Of July With Hot Dog Eating Competition

El Chingon

Fourth of July and hot dogs go hand-in-hand, but how about adding a little friendly competition to the mix? This July 4th, El Chingon will...

Synergy Initiative Returns To The Conrad With Innovative Events In Summer 2023

There are so may exciting ways to enjoy the return of the Synergy Initiative to The Conrad this year! Internationally acclaimed pianist Inon Barnatan and...

San Diego Local Restaurants Giveback Campaign for Feeding San Diego

Local Restaurants Join Giveback Campaign To Support Feeding San Diego

In honor of National Make a Difference in a Child’s Life Month, ten local restaurants across San Diego County are teaming up to make a...

Mr. Moto Pizza Convoy Location Officially Open

Mr. Moto has proudly announced the opening of its eighth location in the Convoy neighborhood. On Monday, June 12, the 1,000 square foot dine-in only branch of...

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First Annual Longball Hard Lemon Iced Tea Golf Tournament To Benefit Feeding San Diego

The First Annual Longball Hard Lemon Iced Tea Golf Tournament is set for Wednesday, July 19 at Steele Canyon Golf Club in Jamul, to benefit...

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Matsu Japanese Restaurant Launches Monthly Pop-up, Tsuki

Helmed by Chef/owner Willam Eick, Oceanside’s elevated, modern Japanese restaurant concept Matsu recently launched a monthly pop-up — Tsuki — with its second in the...

Birch Aquarium Expands Oceans At Night Experience

Thanks to the popularity of Oceans at Night, Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is revamping the nighttime 21 +...

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Mitt Queen Hosts Boxing Class at Side Bar’s Summer Series

Side Bar

The Mitt Queen, perhaps San Diego’s most famous boxing trainer, has joined the summer series lineup at Side Bar to host a boxing class. You’ll...

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The Brick Hotel Kicks Off Summer With A Block Party This Saturday

The Brick Hotel

Kick off summer with a block party at the The Brick Hotel beginning at 3PM. Presented by Big Bamboo, this Oceanside block party features artists...

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Bottlecraft Celebrates 12th Anniversary

Bottlecraft

Bottlecraft, the beer shop and tasting room with an extensive selection of hard-to-find beers from around the world, is celebrating its 12th anniversary with a...

Restaurant Icon, Diane Powers, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From California Restaurant Association

Diane Powers, Owner-Operator of Bazaar del Mundo Shops and Restaurants was recognized by the California Restaurant Association (CRA) with its Lifetime Achievement award at the...

Side Bar For A Yoga Sculpt Class With Yoga Box

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Side Bar Hosts Summer Fitness Series With Yoga Box

Side Bar

Side Bar is kicking off summer with a mix of free + ticketed wellness series events in June, as a way to bring together the...

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Techo Beso Introduces New Yoga Series And Welcome Wellness Brunch

Techo Beso, a rooftop bar and restaurant located on top of AC Hotel San Diego Downtown Gaslamp Quarter, is hosting a Wellness Brunch with local...

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Celebrate CervezaFest As Padres Takes On Washington Nationals This Friday!

Mexican beers, micheladas, and the Padres? Best night ever! Celebrate CervezaFest with live music and a pregame happy hour with $5 Mexican beer specials in...

Belmont Park Rebrands: Celebrating 98th Birthday With New Look, Park Updates And More

Belmont Park is celebrating its 98th birthday this summer with its first park-wide rebrand. Gearing up for its 100th anniversary in 2025, Belmont Park rebrands...

Turning Peanut Butter Into Premium Whiskey: The Story Behind The Founder Of San Diego’s Skrewball Whiskey

One of the most stunning business success stories to come out of San Diego in recent years is that of Skrewball Whiskey, one of the...

San Diego’s Rooftop Cinema Club Launches A Summer Lineup Loaded With Hot Hits

Now that we are finally getting the San Diego weather we deserve, Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero at the Manchester Grand Hyatt is ready to turn...

South Of Nick’s Now Open In One Paseo

The highly anticipated culinary addition to One Paseo’s stellar culinary line-up, South of Nick’s, the sister concept to the popular Nick’s Del Mar, is now...

Hommage Bakehouse Pop-Up Opens June 19th At One Paseo

San Diego-based bakery, Hommage Bakehouse, will be taking over the One Paseo farm truck for a pop-up starting June 19 through July 15. Known for...

Surfin’ Santa at Seaport Village is Back

November 30, 2024

12:00 pm

Seaport Village

San Diego‘s coolest holiday tradition, Surfin’ Santa at Seaport Village, is about to splash into the season with the most epic beach-meets-holiday celebration ever! Watch...

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Seabreeze Craft Chocolates Holiday Open House

Sweeth Tooth? Check Out Seabreeze Craft Chocolates Open House

November 30, 2024

11:00 am

The Seabreeze Craft Chocolates Holiday Open House, a Small Business Saturday event, transforms Carmel Valley into a chocolate lover’s dream! This beloved chocolatier is creating...

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Score Sweet Holiday Deals While Supporting Cardiff’s Local Gems

November 30, 2024

9:00 am

When Cardiff 101 Main Street invites us to shop local in Cardiff this holiday season, they’re celebrating something truly special—the vibrant independent businesses that make...

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Annual Small Business Saturday Escondido

Shop Small and Skate On in Downtown Escondido

November 30, 2024

6:00 am

Downtown Escondido

Downtown Escondido is kicking its 9th Annual Small Business Saturday into high gear with an incredible twist. This year’s celebration combines the charm of local...

Escondido

A Mission Bay Thanksgiving Adventure

November 28, 2024

3:00 pm

Bahia Resort Hotel

The San Diego Thanksgiving Family Cruise is shaking up holiday traditions with a splash of nautical fun! Swap the usual Thanksgiving tradition for an unforgettable...

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