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.

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SeaWorld San Diego’s Craft Beer Festival Brings Over 100 Craft Brews & Entertainment

SeaWorld San Diego

Craft Beer Festival is returning to SeaWorld San Diego with fun entertainment, local brews, delicious food options, and a whole new look! The event will...

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Sunday Market Live At WNDR Museum Showcases Local Artisans

WNDR Museum

Say farewell to the “Sunday Scaries” and elevate your Sunday ritual to new heights during Sunday Market LIVE at WNDR Museum. Experience conscious shopping, restorative...

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One Paseo Holds Annual Summer Surf Fest

One Paseo

One Paseo in Del Mar is hosting its 3rd Annual Summer Surf Fest on Saturday, August 26th to to celebrate San Diego’s rich surfing culture....

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Mind, Body, and Cocktails at Lakehouse Resort’s Vino & Vinyasa

Lakehouse Hotel & Resort

Lakehouse Resort , located on the 80-acre Lake San Marcos, is hosting Vino & Vinyasa with local fitness studios to create a day of mind,...

Savage Gardens Exhibition at San Diego Botanic Garden

Explore The World Of Carnivorous Plants At The Savage Gardens Of San Diego Botanic Garden

Come, if you dare, to explore the bizarre and captivating world of carnivorous plants during the Savage Gardens exhibition at San Diego Botanic Garden! Savage Gardens: A Carnivorous...

Barleymas To Host Artists Of The Industry Pop-Up Craft Fair At Ginger's

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Barleymash To Host Artists Of The Industry Pop-Up Craft Fair At Ginger’s

Ginger’s

Barleymash is hosting an Artists of the Industry Pop-Up Craft Fair, on Wednesday, August 23rd. The craft fair, taking place downstairs in Ginger’s, will feature a variety...

Summer and Songs hosting Salsa Under the Stars

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Annual Summer & Songs At The Village Concludes With Salsa Under The Stars

The Village at Pacific Highland Ranch

North County, here’s your chance to get those hips moving with the amazing music of the Manny Cepeda Orchestra and live salsa dancing! The annual...

Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern for Maui Wildfire Relief

San Diego Restaurant Launches Campaign To Raise Funds For Maui Wildfire Relief

Local and family owned Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern in Point Loma, announced that it is launching a campaign to raise money to support Maui Wildfire...

Ilan-Lael Foundation Honors Their 40th Anniversary To Celebrate The Past And Future

Celebrating their 40th year milestone, the Ilan-Lael Foundation continues to act as a home for art education and inspiration in natural surroundings. As time has...

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Second Chance Beer Company Celebrates 8th Anniversary With Beer & Wine Pairing

Second Chance Beer Co. Brewery

Second Chance Beer Company, the “Seize a Pint, Save a Pup” brewery, will celebrate its eighth anniversary with a beer-and-wine pairing dinner on Saturday, September...

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AleSmith Celebrates 28 Years Of Brewing With Live Music, Beer Releases, & More!

AleSmith Brewing Company

Come join us at AleSmith Brewing Company as they celebrate their 28th anniversary! Doors open at 11AM with the party ramping up at 2PM. Live...

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The Heights Chophouse Celebrates Grand Opening

Little Italy has an exciting looking new restaurant opening its doors, and you’re invited to the Grand Opening celebration! Stop by The Heights Chophouse to...

Stranahan’s Whiskey pairing dinner at The Desmond

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Join An Unforgettable Whiskey Pairing Dinner With Stranahan’s Whiskey

The San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival has joined forces with Stranahan’s Whiskey to present an unforgettable whiskey pairing dinner, hosted at the renowned...

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Chula Vista Welcomes The Return Of The Starlight Parade & Festival

Third Avenue Village

Grab your holiday attire, light accessories, and hold on to your reindeer horns because the Starlight Parade is coming back to Chula Vista this holiday...

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Artelexia Hosts Meet & Greet With Founder Of Nopalera, Sandra Velasquez

Artelexia

Located in the heart of North Park, beloved Mexican gift shop, Artelexia, will host a Meet & Greet with Sandra Velasquez of Nopalera. Owner and Founder...

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Second Annual Cali-RAD Fest Returns To San Diego, Benefiting CureDuchenne

Beach House in Belmont Park
The Boochyard at Local Roots

The second annual Cali-RAD Fest (Reggae Against Duchenne) will return to The Beach House in Mission Beach to benefit CureDuchenne, a leading global nonprofit focused...

Savor The Zest Of Mexico As Salt + Lime Makes Its Debut In Del Mar

Salt + Lime, an exciting new restaurant Inspired by the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Mexico, has opened its doors in the heart of...

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The Smoking Gun Celebrates Six Years With $6 Specials

The Smoking Gun

Gaslamp’s The Smoking Gun is celebrating its six year anniversary party on Thursday, August 24th, with $6 specials! Come in for $6 drinks deals that...

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The Barrio Jalisco Mexican Music Festival Comes To Gaslamp!

Gaslamp Quarter

San Diego, get ready to salsa at the Barrio Jalisco Mexican Music Festival Friday, August 25th at 7PM under the iconic Gaslamp Quarter arch! Join us...

Solana Beach Author Writes Award-Winning Children’s Book About Her Frenchie And His Lessons About Bullying

The story of Henri, a French Bulldog, and his experience learning how to deal with bullying, is winning over hearts here in San Diego and...

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SD Art Advisory To Host Hearts Of Hope Silent Auction To Benefit Maui Strong Fund

Come join us for an unforgettable evening at the Hearts of Hope for Hawaii – Silent Art Auction! This in-person event will take place on...

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Annual Dia De Los Deftones Returns To Petco Park For Its 4th Year

PETCO Park

Dia de los Deftones returns to Petco Park on Saturday, November 4! Join us as Deftones, 100 Gecs, Knocked Loose, Doechii, Pinback, and many more...

ThereSanDiego Hosts Mezcal Pairing Experience At El Sueño

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Sip & Savor The Spirit Of Mexico As ThereSanDiego Hosts Mezcal Pairing

We’ve partnered with MalaSanta Mezcal and the beautiful, highly anticipated jungle-themed restaurant and cocktail lounge, El Sueño in Old Town, to craft a mezcal pairing...

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Holy Paleta Is Popping Up At The One Paseo Farm Truck

One Paseo

North County is getting a tasty treat in August: San Diego’s beloved Holy Paleta has set up a pop-up store at the One Paseo Farm...

VIP Opening Reception for Concetta Antico’s ‘A Modern Muse’ Exhibition

May 17, 2025

6:00 pm

La Jolla’s art scene is about to get a whole lot more vivid. World-renowned tetrachromatic artist Concetta Antico is unveiling her newest exhibition, A Modern...

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San Diego Ballet Brings the Heat With Romeo et Juliet

May 17, 2025

2:00 pm

Balboa Theatre

Get ready to be swept away by one of the most powerful love stories of all time, reimagined through movement, music, and soul-stirring emotion. San...

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Lucha Libre Takes Center Stage at Comic-Con Museum

May 17, 2025

12:00 pm

The Comic-Con Museum in Balboa Park unveils its latest exhibit, Sangre, Sudor, y Mito: The Art and Tradition of Mexican Lucha Libre. This immersive showcase...

San Diego

Race to the Beat at the San Diego Dragon Boat Festival

May 16, 2025

8:30 am

Tecolote Shores Park

Mark your calendars for one of San Diego’s most vibrant and energetic cultural events—the 18th Annual San Diego Dragon Boat Festival, hosted by the San...

San Diego

Granny & Grampy Bingo Brings Laughs and Looks to PB

May 15, 2025

8:00 pm

Duck Dive

Pacific Beach’s favorite coastal hangout is throwing it all the way back. The Duck Dive is hosting Granny & Grampy Bingo, a not-so-average night of...

San Diego