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Updated April 5, 2025

Hillcrest Brewing Company: Where Hoppy Hours and Queer Cheers Collide in San Diego.

San Diego,
California, United States

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Operating since 2012, Hillcrest Brewing Company has been curating an experience that blends nostalgia with a modern flair, leaving patrons with memories of merriment and camaraderie. With a name that's become synonymous with conviviality, flavor, and that unmistakable dash of neighborhood spirit, HBC (local nickname) has perfected the art of creating an alluring brew of fun and enjoyment.

Drawing inspiration from the warm embrace of community gathering spots of yore, Hillcrest Brewing Company has carved its own path, seamlessly blending tradition with contemporary twists that pique the interest of both locals and newcomers alike. It's more than just a place to grab a bite and a pint; it's an homage to friendship, fondly known as the 'Framily' – a place where strangers become friends and friends become family.

Daily specials and Happy Hours are popular here with locals and will help keep those coins in your pockets! The brewery's atmosphere hums with a welcoming vibe, its charming garden-inspired decor designed to foster conversations and connections. If you are looking for nearby LGBTQ+ spots to migrate to after, check out - insideOUT, EQ, Uptown Tavern, Gossip Grill, Rich's and Flicks.

Whether you're an early bird or new in town, Hillcrest Brewing Company accommodates all. So if you love delicious pizza, tasty brews and welcoming fun, check out Hillcrest Brewing Company in San Diego, California. Cheers to an unforgettable experience – friendship poured here!

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1458 University Ave
San Diego, California, 92103
United States

Local number
619 269 4323
Dialing from abroad
+1 619 269 4323


Crowd

  • Asexual
  • Bears
  • Bisexual
  • Brunch
  • Drag
  • Gay
  • Hetero-friendly
  • Intersex
  • Lesbian
  • Mixed
  • Queer
  • Transgender

Music

  • Dance
  • Lounge
  • Pop
  • Top 40

Dates & Hours

Sunday
November 02
10 am - 8 pm
 
Monday
November 03
2 pm - 9 pm
Today
Tuesday
November 04
2 pm - 9 pm
 
Wednesday
November 05
2 pm - 9 pm
 
Thursday
November 06
2 pm - 9 pm
 
Friday
November 07
2 pm - 10 pm
 
Saturday
November 08
11 am - 10 pm
 

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