Hillcrest Brewing Company

Hillcrest Brewing Company Hillcrest Brewing Company is a unique pizza place, chicken restaurant, and pub all in one. As the World's First "Out and Proud LGBT Brewery," it's located right next to the iconic Hillcrest Pride Flag. The menu features handcrafted beer, stone-fired pizzas, salads, and chicken wings that capture the essence of San Diego's most colorful neighborhood. Customers can choose from HBC's own nine micro-brews or 16 local guest taps. With a welcoming atmosphere and daily Hoppy Hour specials from 4-6pm, this establishment is perfect for gathering with friends or engaging with the brew master. Open noon on weekends and 4pm weekdays, they serve until 11pm nightly with their tap house closing at midnight.
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๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿป THRIFTY THURSDAYS at Hillcrest Brewing Company!Itโ€™s Thursday Night Football! The Jacksonville Jaguars ๐Ÿ† take on the B...
11/05/2026

๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿป THRIFTY THURSDAYS at Hillcrest Brewing Company!

Itโ€™s Thursday Night Football! The Jacksonville Jaguars ๐Ÿ† take on the Baltimore Ravens tonight, and weโ€™re showing all the action on our BIG SCREEN!

And donโ€™t forget our Thrifty Thursday specials!

๐Ÿบ $7 B**rs
๐Ÿน $8 Wells
๐Ÿ• $9 Personal Pizzas (10-inch, up to 4 toppings!)

๐Ÿˆ Kickoff at 5:15 PM!

Grab a cold b**r, enjoy some pizza, and catch the game with us! ๐Ÿป

๐Ÿ DOUBLE THE SPAGHETTI, DOUBLE THE DELICIOUSNESS! ๐ŸItโ€™s BOGO Spaghetti Wednesday at Hillcrest Brewing Company! ๐ŸปGet TWO ...
11/04/2026

๐Ÿ DOUBLE THE SPAGHETTI, DOUBLE THE DELICIOUSNESS! ๐Ÿ

Itโ€™s BOGO Spaghetti Wednesday at Hillcrest Brewing Company! ๐Ÿป

Get TWO plates of spaghetti for just $10.95! Bring a friend, share with someone special, or keep both plates for yourself. We wonโ€™t judge! ๐Ÿ˜‰

๐Ÿ Add a meatball for just $3
๐Ÿง€ Upgrade to Chicken Parm for $8

Midweek comfort food never tasted so good!

Tossed, pan, thick, or thin โ€” whatever your slice of life, your voice matters! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธItโ€™s Election Day, and Hillcrest Bre...
11/03/2026

Tossed, pan, thick, or thin โ€” whatever your slice of life, your voice matters! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ

Itโ€™s Election Day, and Hillcrest Brewing Company wants you to get out there and make your voice heard. PLEASE, JUST VOTE!

Then join us tonight to watch the election results roll in! ๐Ÿ“บ๐Ÿป

And because democracy works up an appetite, itโ€™s also Taco Pizza Tuesday! ๐ŸŒฎ๐Ÿ• Grab a slice, enjoy a cold b**r, and follow all the election night action with us!

NIGHTMARE ON NORMAL STREET: THE CONSTRUCTION NEVER ENDS!This Halloween, the scariest thing on Normal Street isnโ€™t a ghos...
10/31/2026

NIGHTMARE ON NORMAL STREET: THE CONSTRUCTION NEVER ENDS!

This Halloween, the scariest thing on Normal Street isnโ€™t a ghost, a ghoul, or a monsterโ€ฆ itโ€™s the construction schedule.

After more than a year of roadwork, the crew at Hillcrest Brewing Company decided to dress up as the real nightmare haunting our neighborhood.

The Halloween festivities may be canceled, but weโ€™re still OPEN FOR BUSINESS!

No hard hats required. Just come thirsty!

๐ŸŽƒ Frightening deals are brewing at Hillcrest Brewing Company! ๐Ÿ‘ปGet into the Halloween spirit with $6.66 Wells ALL DAY! ๐Ÿน...
10/30/2026

๐ŸŽƒ Frightening deals are brewing at Hillcrest Brewing Company! ๐Ÿ‘ป

Get into the Halloween spirit with $6.66 Wells ALL DAY! ๐Ÿน๐Ÿ’€

Show off your spookiest costume and enjoy 10% OFF your food item! ๐Ÿฆ‡

๐Ÿ•ธ๏ธ Saturday, October 31

Actual costumes required. A Halloween T-shirt doesnโ€™t make you Dracula.



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๐Ÿ’€ Meet SKELETOR โ€” a Halloween cocktail with a little spirit! ๐ŸŽƒ๐ŸนA hauntingly refreshing mix of lemon vodka, elderflower, ...
10/29/2026

๐Ÿ’€ Meet SKELETOR โ€” a Halloween cocktail with a little spirit! ๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿน

A hauntingly refreshing mix of lemon vodka, elderflower, ginger b**r, and aromatic bitters, finished with a sprig of rosemary and a spooky skeleton garnish.

Only at Hillcrest Brewing Company. Come get your spooky sip! ๐Ÿ‘ป

๐Ÿ”ช๐ŸŽ A little nightmare never tasted so good!Meet Nightmare on Normal, our spooky Halloween cocktail at Hillcrest Brewing ...
10/28/2026

๐Ÿ”ช๐ŸŽ A little nightmare never tasted so good!

Meet Nightmare on Normal, our spooky Halloween cocktail at Hillcrest Brewing Company! ๐ŸŽƒ

A wicked blend of bourbon, apple c***r, lemon juice, maple syrup, and cinnamon, topped with hard c***r for a dangerously delicious fall treat. ๐Ÿฅƒ๐Ÿ’€

Sweet dreams are overrated. ๐Ÿ‘ป

โšพ Game 5 of the World Series is heating up! ๐Ÿ”ฅBrewers vs. Rays at 5PM on the big screen! Pair the action with our Wednesd...
10/28/2026

โšพ Game 5 of the World Series is heating up! ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Brewers vs. Rays at 5PM on the big screen! Pair the action with our Wednesday BOGO Spaghetti special for just $10.95! ๐Ÿ๐Ÿป

Baseball, b**r, and spaghetti. Now thatโ€™s a winning combination!

โšพ๐Ÿ• WORLD SERIES GAME 4 TONIGHT!Catch all the action as the Milwaukee Brewers take on the Tampa Bay Rays at 5 PM on our B...
10/27/2026

โšพ๐Ÿ• WORLD SERIES GAME 4 TONIGHT!

Catch all the action as the Milwaukee Brewers take on the Tampa Bay Rays at 5 PM on our BIG SCREEN! ๐Ÿป

Itโ€™s also Tequila + Taco Pizza Tuesday at Hillcrest Brewing Company! ๐ŸŒฎ๐Ÿ•

๐Ÿ• $5 Taco Pizza by the Slice
๐Ÿฅƒ $5 OFF Tequilas & Margaritas
๐Ÿ• Margherita Pizza & Coochie Coochie Carnitas Pizza!

Great baseball, delicious pizza, and refreshing drinks. See you tonight! โšพ๐Ÿป

๐Ÿบ Pick your b**r! ๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Cast your vote! ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ November 3rd!โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ ๐Ÿค๐Ÿค๐Ÿค๐Ÿค๐Ÿค๐Ÿค ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™
10/27/2026

๐Ÿบ Pick your b**r! ๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Cast your vote! ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ November 3rd!

โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ ๐Ÿค๐Ÿค๐Ÿค๐Ÿค๐Ÿค๐Ÿค ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™

โšพ๐Ÿ”ฅ WORLD SERIES GAME 3 IS ON!The Milwaukee Brewers take on the Tampa Bay Rays this Monday at 5 PM! Catch all the action ...
10/26/2026

โšพ๐Ÿ”ฅ WORLD SERIES GAME 3 IS ON!

The Milwaukee Brewers take on the Tampa Bay Rays this Monday at 5 PM! Catch all the action on our BIG SCREEN at Hillcrest Brewing Company! ๐Ÿป

๐Ÿ— PLUS, itโ€™s MONDAY DOLLAR WING NIGHT! Grab some wings, enjoy an ice-cold b**r, and cheer on your team!

โšพ Baseball, b**r, and wings โ€” the perfect Monday night!

Address

1458 University Avenue
San Diego, CA
92103

If you plan to visit a pizza place and chicken restaurant and pub on University Avenue in San Diego, there are different ways to get there depending on your mode of transportation.

Public Transport:

If you are taking public transport, you can take the bus or trolley to Hillcrest. The #11 bus and the Green Line Trolley both have stops within walking distance of University Avenue. From the bus stop or trolley station, head east on University Avenue until you reach your desired destination.

Driving/Parking:

If you decide to drive, there is street parking available around the area. However, parking can be limited during peak hours so it is recommended to arrive early or use a rideshare service. If coming from downtown San Diego, take I-5 N towards CA-163 N and exit at University Ave/Mission Valley. Turn left onto Washington Street and then turn right onto University Ave. Continue heading east on University Avenue until you reach the location.

Note: Please ensure that you check for available parking spots before leaving for your destination as well as any specific driving directions or parking notes provided by your GPS device or map application.

Opening Hours

Monday 2pm - 10pm
Tuesday 2pm - 11:59pm
Wednesday 2pm - 11:59pm
Thursday 2pm - 11:59pm
Friday 2pm - 12am
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm

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Hillcrest Brewing Company is a must-visit spot for anyone looking for delicious food and handcrafted beer in San Diego. Located next to the iconic Hillcrest Pride Flag, this pub offers a welcoming atmosphere that encourages interaction between guests and the brew master. The pizzas are stone-fired and perfectly orchestrated with fresh toppings and cheeses, while the salads and chicken wings are equally delicious. But what really sets this place apart is their handcrafted beer - with nine micro-brews of their own and 16 all local guest taps, there's something for everyone to enjoy. And don't miss out on "Hoppy Hour" - seven days a week from 4-6pm, featuring $2 draught beer, flights, growlers & wine along with $2 pizza by the slice. With its focus on consistency and taste, Hillcrest Brewing Company has truly reclaimed the essence of a neighborhood gathering place. Open noon on weekends and 4pm weekdays, this restaurant closes at 11pm nightly, with their tap house closing at midnight.

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