Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/21/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
Hillcrest Brewing Company
1458 University Ave, San Diego, California, 92103-3405
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Verified Independent Brewpub
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Patio / Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- Typically 21+ after early evening — confirm family hours on site.
- Parking & Transit
- Transit-friendly location with nearby street parking.
On tap
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5 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.2% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.3% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 5.0% | Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | On Tap |
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.9% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.8% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.3% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
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4.3 ★
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Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
7/16/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
7/11/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Hillcrest Brewing Company FAQs
Is Hillcrest Brewing Company dog friendly?
Yes. Hillcrest Brewing Company is dog friendly in San Diego, including patio seating.
Does Hillcrest Brewing Company serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Hillcrest Brewing Company hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Hillcrest Brewing Company?
Hillcrest Brewing Company can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Hillcrest Brewing Company have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Hillcrest Brewing Company lists outdoor patio seating in San Diego, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.
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