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.
Mental Bar first year anniversary celebration
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The Mental Bar Marks One-Year Milestone With Anniversary Celebration
The Mental Bar in Encanto is celebrating its first year anniversary with a community gathering. The bar has evolved into a cherished destination in the...
Oktoberfest Games at Original 40 Brewing
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Join A Fun-Filled Afternoon Of Oktoberfest Games At Original Brewing
  • Original 40 Brewing
The Original 40 Brewing Company in North Park is hosting its 3rd-Annual Oktoberfest Games in honor of the annual German beer-drinking celebration. Hold that beer...
The Ozone Shop LANDY WETSUITS Pop U
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The Ozone Hosts LANDY WETSUITS Pop Up During Super Girl Surf Pro Weekend
The Ozone Shop is thrilled to host a special event over Super Girl Surf Pro weekend featuring Landy Wetsuits, the epitome of surf style and functionality....
Craft House Fashion Valley Mall
Craft House Opens Its Second Location In The Fashion Valley Mall
Craft House, a local American gastropub, is thrilled to announce the eagerly anticipated opening of its second location in the Fashion Valley mall. Craft House...
Craftoberfest Returns to Liberty Public Market
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Craftoberfest Returns To Liberty Public Market
  • Liberty Public Market
Prost! It’s time for CRAFTOBERFEST at Liberty Public Market – San Diego’s only 10-day Oktoberfest event celebrating the art of Craft Beer! From September 22...
San Diego Zoo To Hosts Food, Wine & Brew
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San Diego Zoo To Host Its Wildest Tasting Event With Food, Wine & Brew
  • San Diego Zoo
The party is wild, the bites and sips are delicious at Food, Wine & Brew! At this one-of-a-kind tasting event, Southern California’s best food, wine,...
MCAS Miramar Air Show 2023
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The 2023 Miramar Air Show Takes Flight As The Largest Military Air Show In The Country
  • Miramar Way
The Miramar Air Show, the largest military air show in the country, is set to return September 22-24 to provide a unique experience for the...
Herb & Sea Hosts Collaborative Dinner With Two Ducks
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Herb & Sea Hosts Collaborative Five-Course Dinner With Two Ducks Chefs Danny & Dante
On Thursday, September 21st, Herb & Sea is opening their doors and kitchen to host a special collaboration dinner featuring the restaurant’s new Executive Chef...
Glass Box Del Mar And Argyle Willamette Valley Wines
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Glass Box Del Mar And Argyle Willamette Valley Wines Host Paired Dinner
  • Glass Box
The Glass Box monthly dinner series is back! This month, Glass Box in Del Mar is thrilled to collaborate with Argyle Willamette Valley Wines for a dinner...
Popnology at Comic-Con Fall Exhibits
Comic-Con Museum Fall Exhibits To Feature Main Exhibit, Popnology
Comic-Con Museum announced its fall lineup of exhibits, including main exhibit “Popnology” produced by Stage 9 Exhibits, “Colleen Doran Illustrates Neil Gaiman,” and “From Big...
Moon Festival Champagne Dinner at Kingfisher
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Kingfisher Puts On Its First Ever Moon Festival Champagne Dinner
On Tuesday, September 26th, Kingfisher will be putting on its first-ever Moon Festival Champagne Dinner with one of San Diego‘s leading sommeliers, Tami Wong. Five-Course Moon Festival...
Asa Bakery
Japan Lands In East Village At Ayaka Ito And Masaki Yamauchi’s Three New Concepts
Renowned sake sommelier and restauranteur, Ayaka Ito, captivates the palates of food enthusiasts once again with a trio of innovative dining experiences next to her...
Rumorosa at Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina Unveils Concept For Rumorosa
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina announced the commencement of construction on Rumorosa, an innovative Cali-Baja inspired restaurant destined to become the signature dining experience...
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Craft Beer And Live Music Return To Third Avenue Village For The Annual Amps & Ales
A hoppy fusion of local and international brews, tasty bites, and live music are in store at this year’s Amps & Ales in Third Avenue...
Oceanside Museum of Art presents OMA Rising
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OMA Announces Annual Fundraising Gala ‘OMA Rising’ At The Seabird Resort
  • The Seabird Resort
Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA), North County’s premier art destination, is thrilled to announce the OMA Rising 2023 Gala, a celebration of art and life...
Annual Summer Picnic By The House Of France
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House Of France Hosts Annual Summer Picnic In Mission Bay
House of France is bringing back its annual Summer Picnic this Sunday, September 17. The French Cottage will be hosting a fun, outdoor event at...
Annual Ocean Beach Town Council Beach Pier Pancake
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Ocean Beach Town Council To Hold 25th Annual Pier Pancake Breakfast On The OB Pier
  • Ocean Beach Pier
The Ocean Beach Town Council will hold the 25th annual Pier Pancake Breakfast on the Ocean Beach Pier this Saturday, September 17th. This annual community...
Little Italy Association Hosts Casino Di Piazza
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Casino Di Piazza Transforms Little Italy’s Piazza Della Famiglia Into An Italian Garden Casino
  • Piazza della Famiglia
The Little Italy Association invites you to join them as they transform the Piazza della Famiglia into an exquisite Italian garden casino experience for this...
Baja Wine WorkshopLiberty Public Market
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Get Ready To Sip, Swirl, And Savor At The Baja Wine Workshop Inside Liberty Public Market
  • Liberty Public Market
Join an exciting wine workshop in Liberty Public Market where you can explore & learn about the flavors of Baja California’s finest, natural wines by...
15th Annual Chocolate & Vino
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Chocolate & Vino Is Back For Its 15th Year To Raise Funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters
  • Julep Venue
The Young Professionals Committee (YPC) of Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County invites the San Diego community to attend their premier fundraising event...
SD Loyal Footgolf Classic For Rady Children's Hospital
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Join The SD Loyal Footgolf Classic For A Fun Way To Support Rady Children’s Hospital
Are you ready for an exciting sporting event that not only promises fun but also contributes to a noble cause? The SD Loyal presents Footgolf...
Lucky Duck Foundation To Host Showcase Soirée At The Sound
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Lucky Duck Foundation To Host Inaugural Showcase Soirée At The Sound
Lucky Duck Foundation is hosting its inaugural Showcase Soirée at The Sound on September 28, to raise funds to alleviate the suffering of homelessness. Come Join...
Books & Records Bankers Hill
Books & Records Opens In Cornerstone Bankers Hill Space
Common Stock Hospitality is excited to bring a new neighborhood social dining experience to Bankers Hill through the opening of Books & Records. Located in the...
September Whiskey Club Event at The Whiskey House
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The Whiskey House To Host September Whiskey Club With Green River And Bardstown Bourbon
  • The Whiskey House
Downtown’s The Whiskey House, which famously holds the Guinness World Record for Most Varieties of Whiskey/Whiskey Commercially Available, is hosting its September Whiskey Club Event...
Upcoming Events
kids in a choir
Young Voices, Big Dreams: San Diego Children’s Choir Celebrates 35 Years of Musical Magic
June 1, 2025
4:00 pm
  • Jacobs Music Center
We love when San Diego comes together to celebrate something truly special, and the San Diego Children’s Choir’s 35th Anniversary Spring Concert is exactly that...
Omni La Costa Women's Golf Day clinic
Omni La Costa’s Women’s Golf Day Clinic Makes the Game More Welcoming
June 1, 2025
3:00 pm
  • Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
We’re always here for events that break down barriers and create inclusive spaces, which is exactly what’s happening at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa...
The Pool House DJ sets
Pool House Pendry Turns Up the Heat With Epic June DJ Lineup
June 1, 2025
12:00 pm
  • The Pool House
Summer in San Diego just got a whole lot better, and The Pool House at Pendry San Diego is the reason why—they’re bringing serious energy...
Jimmy Carr Balboa theatre
Jimmy Carr Brings His Dark Comedy to Balboa Theatre
May 31, 2025
7:30 pm
  • Balboa Theatre
British comedian Jimmy Carr is bringing his latest stand-up show to San Diego‘s historic Balboa Theatre. The “Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny” tour marks another stop...
2025 Forging Futures Gala
Support Veteran Career Training at the Forging Futures Gala
May 31, 2025
6:00 pm
  • USS Midway Museum
The Forging Futures Gala returns, bringing together community leaders, military supporters, and industry professionals for an unforgettable evening aboard the USS Midway Museum. Hosted by...