Hillcrest Sign

I pass this sign every morning on my way to work. The sign is shining reminder of how lucky we are to live in such an amazing city. San Diego is a melting pot of different cultures and backgrounds. Hillcrest is one of best places to enjoy some of the best things San Diego has to offer. The shops and restaurants around this part of town are amazing. I love my city.

The Hillcrest Sign is befitting of the great neighborhood that it is meant to represent. It is large and the red hue adds some drama to it. There is a dome next to it which looks very neat. Nearby food options such as Whole Foods Market define the intriguing nature of the sign.
I did not have to go right up to the sign to feel it’s sunny disposition. The sign was nice enough a block away, where I turned to go on the freeway. This seems to come from the same forward-​thinking in defining California which helped make the Grauman’s Chinese Theatre so fantastic.
See if you can spot the Hillcrest Sign.

Compared to the other signs, this one is not bad but nothing special. Looks much better at night when it is all lit up!

One of my favorite signs in the world. This sign lets you know that you’re in San Diego’s premier gay neighborhood. I mean, holy shit, this sign is so informative. If it weren’t for this sign, I’d probably think I’m still in North Park.
I love Hillcrest. Although it’s small, it’s always exciting around there. The people are lovely, the restaurants are the bomb, and all the other trendy stores and businesses are always a delight.
What really grinds my gears about Hillcrest is the parking. I mean like, what the hell man?
Even though the parking is such a pain in the ass, Hillcrest will always deserve 5 stars. Stay fabulous Hillcrest!

For my 100^th review, I chose to review Hillcrest. This neighborhood, with it’s welcoming sign, is quite charming.
There are so many great restaurants, cafes, and shops here. Some of my favorite places are here in the Hillcrest area: Whole Foods, Bronx Pizza, Trinitea Tea, Saigon on 5^th, Chocolat, and more. My family and the wifey also like the clothing and thrift stores in the area.
There’s a great community here. I feel quite safe walking around this area even when it gets late. Hillcrest is one of the coolest neighborhoods in San Diego.
The older sign was replaced in 2011 with this current sign which is a more eco-​friendly green sign that uses LEDs.

I keep strange hours and I see this sign around 3am. So surreal through the fog as I race through the silly streets as fast as my bike can go. The PD are used to me and know I am not any trouble so they don’t seem to care as I race the moon and always jump to one day touch the sign… This sign motivates me to race even faster for it is less than 2 minutes to hit the epic down hill… This sign means so many things to different people. I remember seeing the sign so well when I was hit last by an oblivious driver distracted by their passenger who was txting (wtf?). The sign seemed to weep but I was fine although another bicycle destroyed. Really I would rather have 100 destroyed bikes than 1 stole.
Be well! May everyone who feels the light of the Hillcrest sign have a blessed life and spread happiness. Life is to precious for bs!

Iconic!!! You know you’re in Hillcrest when you see the big a** sign! The sign is a little old school, but yet very fitting for the area. I love coming to Hillcrest for the yummy eats. Yes, parking sucks, but that’s the fun of it — driving around Hillcrest.
Every time I’m in the area, I see something new (mostly foodie places) and want to come back and try it.
A couple of my fave places are Babycakes and D Bar. MMM desserts!!!

Hillcrest definitely has my heart. I love being able to walk around this little city. A lot of different people, food, drinks, desserts. I just can’t get enough. Love my gaybourhood!

We love our local gayborhood! We held our small wedding celebration in Hillcrest and had the best time! This sign is super retro chic and really welcomes you to one of San Diego’s best hoods!

Oh Hillcrest sign how you light my way home with your beautiful glow.
Some stats on the Hilcrest Sign:
* First erected in 1940 as a gift to the community from a group neighborhood female shopkeepers
*Taken down for «refurbishment» in 1984 (it was actually exactly rebuilt)
*Relit at 8pm on August 16, 1984
*240 feet of pink neon tubing
*Monthly electric cost is $ 65
*Supporting poles were 75′ tall with 35′ underground
*Weight is 800 pounds
*21 feet long
*3.5 feet tall
*Letters are made of white plastic
*The red metal sign was repainted the night of July 10−11^th in 2003
*Repainted again on August 4, 2009 in time for a 25^th anniversary rededication

It’s pretty neat when your neighborhood gets its own landmark like a gigantic sign hanging across a 4-​way intersection (technically 3-​way but whatever). You know you’ll be in the heart of Hillcrest when you see the sign and though it seems a bit outdated, it still looks pretty cool. Does it reflect the Hillcrest district? Not at all, it’s definitely missing a few colors and isn’t as chic as the businesses surrounding it but it is a significant part of it and it’s better than nothing!

I love Hillcrest. It’s one of my favorite neighborhoods in San Diego. The night scene is awesome, cheaper drinks than downtown or PB, and the music in the bars is awesome. Tons of good restaurants for Breakfast Brunch and Dinner.
Parking can be difficult, though. And the only public transportation access to the neighborhood is via the bus. The homeless population has also grown substantially the past few years on University. Just about as bad as Downtown I’d say. You can’t go from one bar to another without being asked for money.

Signs, signs. Everywhere signs.
HILLCREST is more than a word. HILLCREST is a way of life, and this sign captures that in every aspect … but for me it is at its finest in the uprights that support the sign itself. Fanciful, yet strong … like the community.
This sign is a magical sign of hope and wonder. It is more than a label of an area of town and more a portal to the hopes and dreams of a community. It is both a reflection of the people of the town but also a beacon for the energy and drive of those same people.
Rock on HILLCREST and Rock On HILLCREST sign.

If you want to stroll the blvd in the streets of SD but outside the inner city, Hillcrest is the spot! The Hillcrest Sign signify’s one of few tiny districts of SD. You will find here awesome breakfast spots like Snooze and Hash House, shopping at Urban Outfitters also some vintage stores and a 24hr fitness center to break a sweat.
There is a parking structure close to 24hr fitness that is easy to leave your car to park and to go out and about on foot, but you would need to pay $ 8.00 for the first three hours.
Hillcrest is tiny but it’s worth to explore for about an hour and to take snap shots of the sign.

Every district in Downtown San Diego area needs a sign like this. WE are working on it! Love it!

love me some Hillcrest!
this sign is a beautiful landmark so you know that are in the funnest part of San Diego! Put on a smile, grab a drink and be merry and gay!