Seven fast food chains operate inside Hillcrest's 92103 ZIP code, a relatively small count given the neighborhood's density — Hillcrest diners lean heavily toward independent restaurants and the fast-casual tier over traditional quick-service chains.
120w Washington St Suite B, San Diego, CA 92103
+1 619-228-9236
Verified670 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
+1 619-299-9105
Verified734 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
+1 619-209-3688
Verified120 Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103
+1 619-297-1326
Verified3886 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
+1 619-296-1734
Verified220 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103
+1 619-260-8306
Verified804 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
+1 619-298-1273
VerifiedFive Guys on University Avenue covers the better-burger chain segment with fresh-ground patties and hand-cut fries. The two Jack in the Box locations anchor the late-night drive-thru end of the market for Hillcrest residents leaving Fifth Avenue bars. Panda Express and Chipotle Mexican Grill cover the fast-casual chain side for weekday lunch trade.
Subway handles the national sandwich chain lane, and Cluck N' Sip rounds out the category from Mission Hills with fried chicken quick-service. Hillcrest diners generally prefer the American restaurants subcategory of 29 independent spots or the delis and sandwiches subcategory over chain fast food — a pattern reflected in how few fast-food listings the neighborhood actually holds. The subcategory is part of the full dining category of 166 listings. For beachside fast food, residents head to Pacific Beach.
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