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Hillcrest's 3 newest restaurants

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Published on December 04, 2019
Hillcrest's 3 newest restaurantsPhoto: Alfredo's Pizzeria/Yelp

Interested in getting intel on the freshest restaurants in Hillcrest? From a couple of pizzerias to a Mexican eatery, read on for details about the most recent dining destinations to open in this part of San Diego.

Alfredo's Pizzeria

1417 University Ave.

photo: jack m./yelp

Alfredo's Pizzeria is an Italian spot.

According to the business's Facebook page, "Alfredo's Pizzeria is your destination for fantastic oven-fired pizzas in the San Diego area. All of our pizzas are made with the finest, freshest ingredients, from the dough and sauces to the tasty toppings. We also cater."

With a 4.5-star Yelp rating out six reviews, Alfredo's Pizzeria has been getting positive attention.

Yelper Nick C., who reviewed the eatery Nov. 11, wrote, "New pizzeria restaurant gem located in Hillcrest. Alfredo has excellent vegan options that are delicious!"

Ian M. noted, "Alfredo's Pizza was always my favorite go-to place out on Cañon Street in Point Loma. The pizzas are always delicious."

Intrigued? Alfredo's Pizzeria is open from 11 a.m.–2 a.m. daily.

Cocina de Barrio

3707 Fifth Ave.

Photo: cocina de barrio/Yelp

Cocina de Barrio is a Mexican spot.

This new business specializes in dishes from the country's Oaxaca region, including pork al pastor tacos, raw tuna tostadas and grilled Pacific oysters with a garlic chipotle butter. It also has a tequila/mezcal bar.

Cocina de Barrio currently holds 4.5 stars out of 23 reviews on Yelp, indicating the neighborhood is welcoming it.

Yelper Harlen B., who reviewed Cocina de Barrio on Nov. 17, wrote, "Fantastic short rib mole with egg for brunch. The egg and shrimp souflé is fantastic, as well. At this point, the chef doesn't allow substitutions, but the dishes were delicious as is."

Ricardo A. noted, "Very impressed with the food at Cocina de Barrio. Ordered the lamb shank, tostadas de atun, agua chile and taquitos. Everything was delicious, cooked well and the portions were generous."

Want to give it a try? Cocina de Barrio is open 10 a.m.–10 p.m. daily.

Patxi's Pizza

3888 Fourth Ave.

Photo: patxi's pizza/Yelp

Patxi's Pizza is a chain Italian spot. It serves up deep-dish, pan and thin-crust pizzas, along with flat-bread Italian sandwiches, salads and more. Its dessert offerings include two pizzas: s'mores and roasted caramel apple.

Patxi's Pizza currently holds four stars out of 26 reviews on Yelp, indicating a positive reception.

Yelper Steve M. wrote, "Went to the soft opening today and ordered a chicken pesto sandwich and garlic bread. The sandwich was a recommendation by a staff member. The chicken pesto sandwich was actually very good. The chicken was breast meat and moist, good pesto flavor.  The bread was a focaccia bread and pretty tasty."

Patxi's Pizza is open from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.


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