Fig Tree Cafe - Hillcrest

4.2 (180)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

416 University Ave., San Diego, CA 92103

About this restaurant

Welcome to Fig Tree Cafe in San Diego, a place where guests can sit back, unwind and be taken care of. Come by for a variety of breakfasts, from French toast to a classic scramble straight from a hot skillet. Fig Tree Cafe is also open for dinner. Brunch with Fig Tree and savor the flavors of the morning over a cup of fresh roasted coffee. Get your much needed vitamin C with a tall glass of pressed orange juice. If a heartier late afternoon meal is in order, the braised angus beef short ribs is a crowd favorite. Bring your friends for a low key conversation or bring your family for a gathering. Fig Tree Cafe in San Diego is waiting for you.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Breakfast: Daily: 8:00AM - 3:00PM. Lunch: Daily: 8:00AM - 3:00PM. Dinner: Monday - Wednesday, Sunday: 4:00PM - 10:00PM. Thursday - Saturday: 4:00PM - 10:30PM.
Phone number
(619) 298-2010
Website
http://www.figtreecafehillcrest.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Alberto Morreale
Catering
Fig Tree Cafe Catering offers extensive menus perfect for any special event! Allow us to perfect your next party, gathering event or wedding! Whether an event for 25 or 250, we can accommodate your needs. For more info please email info@figtreecafehillcrest.com
Private party facilities
We can accommodate up to 75 people for a private dinner at the restaurant!

Location
416 University Ave., San Diego, CA 92103
Neighborhood
Hillcrest
Cross street
Between 4th & 5th
Parking details
We validate parking in the union bank parking lot (enter from 5th avenue).
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 180 people are saying

Fig Tree Cafe - Hillcrest reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
3.9Ambience
0.2Value

Noise • Moderate

177 Reviews

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donron VIP
New Orleans / Louisiana42 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 18, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
What a great surprise! I was there by chance for the Thursday all day Happy Hour menu. The Truffle Fries were a bargain and delicious. The Pizza was excellent. If they would just upgrade their beer/wine/drink selections it would be outstanding. I would go back nonetheless.
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thedish
San Diego31 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 17, 2016
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
We ate here for dinner. The appetizer jars were the first disappointing item. The "avocado chutney" was a small piece of avocado, with stale tomatoe chunks and a lot of onion. The olive tapenade were cheap black olives mashed up. The entrees were not much better. The sausage pasta and short rib dish were both heavy and uninspired. No thanks -- won't be returning here.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was fantastic but no surprise because we have been here many times before.
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Pommette
San Diego17 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious, fresh ingredients. Creative menu
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Pommette
San Diego17 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 12, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, excellent service. We will return!
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego1 review
4.0
Dined on January 10, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I wasn't expecting much since I don't usually eat in the area. But once I took a bite of my food I knew it was a good choice. It's a nice place. The food was tasty and the portions were very reasonable for the prices. The restaurant was very short staffed when we went but they handled themselves very well. Great find and highly recommend.
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KimR
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 9, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been here for both brunch and dinner meals and they are always wonderful. The service is great, the food is even better! With daily specials to choose from and a menu you always know will be good, how can you go wrong? Definitely recommend it!
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bpatrick3pk VIP
Philadelphia County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 30, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We went on Dec 30th. in the evening after flying into San Diego. It was not a busy night. We had 4 adults and a 3.5 year old - Dylan. Dylan immediately jumped up to the bar seating area where one of the chef's gave him a fresh strawberry. He was so happy. The waiter, Michael, learned Dylan's name quickly and took special are of him and us. Food was great, MIchael was excellent - both from service and friendliness perspectives.
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Local VIP
San Diego34 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 30, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our 3rd time to Fig Tree Cafe - Hillcrest. Great food! Great staff! Great food!
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socalfoodie VIP
Las Vegas5 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 10, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I found this spot looking for a place to have breakfast, it was delicious. Decided to go back for dinner. I was not disappointed, the service was great, food was delicious and we just love places with great wine.
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FAQs

Fig Tree Cafe - Hillcrest offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 298-2010.

Fig Tree Cafe - Hillcrest is rated 4.2 stars by 180 OpenTable diners.

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This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for Fig Tree Cafe - Hillcrest

416 University Ave., San Diego, CA 92103

Additional information

Cross street
Between 4th & 5th
Neighborhood
Hillcrest
Hours of operation
Breakfast: Daily: 8:00AM - 3:00PM. Lunch: Daily: 8:00AM - 3:00PM. Dinner: Monday - Wednesday, Sunday: 4:00PM - 10:00PM. Thursday - Saturday: 4:00PM - 10:30PM.
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We validate parking in the union bank parking lot (enter from 5th avenue).
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Alberto Morreale
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.figtreecafehillcrest.com/
Phone number
(619) 298-2010
Catering
Fig Tree Cafe Catering offers extensive menus perfect for any special event! Allow us to perfect your next party, gathering event or wedding! Whether an event for 25 or 250, we can accommodate your needs. For more info please email info@figtreecafehillcrest.com
Private party facilities
We can accommodate up to 75 people for a private dinner at the restaurant!

Fig Tree Cafe - Hillcrest

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