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Winner, Winner, Prime Rib Dinner!
Nick & G's RestaurantRancho Santa FeUS$71.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Winner, Winner, Prime Rib Dinner!
Bellamy's RestaurantEscondidoUS$51.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Gemini Zodiac Menu
The Seventh HouseNorth ParkUS$65.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
The Ostrich Egg
Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoDowntown / GaslampUS$125.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Thursdays Truffle Night!
AllegroLittle ItalyUS$45.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Sunday Supper!
Juniper & IvyLittle ItalyUS$65.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
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Gyu-Kaku - Downtown San DiegoDowntown / GaslampUS$45.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Stake Experience
Stake Chophouse & BarCoronadoUS$225.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Weekend Champagne Brunch
Dockside 1953Mission BeachUS$80.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Moe's Early Bird
Moe'sMission BayUS$49.99 per personReserveSpecial menu
Whiskeys of the World Pairing Dinner
Black Angus Steakhouse - Chula VistaChula Vista / BonitaUS$42.99 per personReserveSpecial menu
Sunday Champagne Brunch
Oceana Coastal KitchenPacific BeachUS$88.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Mercy of the Chef Tasting Menu
NINE-TENLa JollaUS$120.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
5 Course Chef's Tasting Menu
Ambrogio15 Del MarCarmel ValleyUS$79.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Tuesday Date Night
Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San DiegoCarmel ValleyUS$20.00 per personReserve
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- RReviewervipSan Diego •126 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoOutstanding service!!! Food was excellent as always. Some changes in the current menu we believe - we thought there use to be Coq Au Vin and Beef Bourguignon? Still a great dining experience.More infoLa Bonne Table$$$$• French• Hillcrest•4.9
- CKCaliKSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews4.0Dined 7 days agoThe dj and vibe were exactly what we wanted for a bachelorette brunch! The food was good and it was helpful that the waitress told us what was not available from the menu. Overall it was a fun experience!More infoBreakfast Bitch$$$$• American• Hillcrest•3.5
- OTOpenTable Diner1 review5.0Dined on May 12, 2023Our dining experience was very delightful with great food menu items, an exquisite alcoholic drink menu & a very welcoming service from staff :) 12/10!!More infoCocina de Barrio$$$$• Mexican• Hillcrest•4.5
- PpetehSan Diego •1 review4.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023On the whole, our dining experience was good, but not at the same level that we have long been used to. Specifically, the soup of the day, lobster bisque, was at best questionable. It tasted more like butternut squash than lobster.More infoAu Revoir$$$$• French• Hillcrest•4.4
- OTOpenTable DinerSeattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Ortega’s is always great. Love the salsa and the chilaquiles!More infoOrtega's A Mexican Bistro$$$$• Mexican• Hillcrest•4.5
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Discover Hillcrest
It may be small, but the San Diego neighborhood of Hillcrest is home to a diverse and exciting collection of dining opportunities that appeal to residents and visitors alike. Known as an exceptionally tolerant and diverse community, there are a wide range of locally operated establishments that offer a global array of cuisine. Visitors who want to explore every nook and street in town will find food to satisfy any craving or diet, including gluten-free bakeries, sushi bars and California-style Mexican restaurants. Socially-conscious diners can also find establishments that contribute some of their proceeds to charitable causes, giving patrons yet another reason to feel good as they enjoy their meal.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Hillcrest include insideOUT, Great Maple San Diego and Barrel & Board Social
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Hillcrest are Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina, RustiCucina and insideOUT
Bottomless brunch in Hillcrest is available at Great Maple San Diego, insideOUT and Baja Betty's
The most romantic restaurant in Hillcrest is La Bonne Table
Restaurants in Hillcrest with a great view include insideOUT, Baja Betty's and Cocina de Barrio