Hillcrest is an Urban Hub of Dining & Nightlife
Hillcrest is one of San Diego's recently revitalized urban communities, which is flourishing with chic new restaurants, cafés, bars, clubs, trendy thrift-stores, and various independent specialty stores. Located minutes away from Downtown San Diego & Balboa Park. Hillcrest has also become renowned as an center of arts, music and entertainment. Centrally located near Downtown San Diego and off the I-5 and I-163, it's a great place to enjoy Happy Hour, dinner or dessert.
Great Hillcrest Resturants |
Sushi Itto at 441 Washington St. (619-291-6060) is not just another sushi restaurant. What sets this restaurant apart from all the rest is their added touch of global influence. There are 86 restaurants worldwide, and two are in San Diego. Their international flavors using global recipes from Panama, Barcelona and Madrid work surprisingly well with sushi, and are featured in such speciality items as El Centro, Sabado de Trevi, and Mi Calaverita rolls. There are literally dozens of great dining destinations offering a variety of cuisine. A highly recommended restaurant is the always impressive Mandarin House Restaurant at 2604 Fifth Ave. (619- 232-1101). They serve authentic Chinese cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Plus, they have a second location in La Jolla near Windansea. |
 Relaxing Ambience at Mandarin House |
 Traditional Chinese Dishes |
 Mandarin House has Excellent Cusine |
