Hillcrest Brewing Company

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1458 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
+1 (619) 269-4323
http://www.hillcrestbrewingcompany.com

Hillcrest Brewing Company™ Bar & Pizzeria is known as the First Out & Proud Gay Brewery in the World. Established in 2012, it offers a welcoming garden atmosphere where guests can enjoy the essence of a neighborhood gathering place. Their "Hoppy Hour" runs 7 days a week from 2-6PM, featuring $2 off ALL draught beer, wells & wine.

While the brewery may not be brewing on site anymore, they continue to serve their amazing recipes for a few favorite beers on tap. With a commitment to supporting San Diego's independent breweries, they offer over 24 taps for patrons to enjoy. The kitchen takes pride in being a "scratch" made kitchen, preparing their own dough, sauces, and dressings.

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4.0568 reviews
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Brad B.
7/23/2025

Still, after all these years, HBC stands head and shoulders above all other places (for me at least) in Hillcrest. It was once my favorite local bar when I lived around the corner and now I only...

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Paul R.
4/12/2025

We found Hillcrest Brewing Company on our way back from Sesame Place with our kid. Just looking for something simple where we could get a beer after spending all day with Elmo. Service was...

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Randall B.
8/23/2025

We had a party of six and were seated quickly. The server was excellent and our drink orders we so fast as to shock is. Speedy, indeed. All the food looked o good. The BBQ pizza someone else...

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Alex S.
3/2/2025

First time trying their wings and they're good. I got the spicy wings (not spicy to me, but good flavor). They also have buffalo, BBQ among other flavors. The wings are baked, so they will take 20...

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Jessica S.
12/12/2024

Happened upon this place while on a walk in the area. We sat at the bar. I enjoyed the Hop Sucker Double IPA which was hoppy and crisp. Totally hit the spot! My partner got one of the guest taps...

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