Robinson Ave, Hillcrest

Robinson Ave has two distinct personalities- west of Tenth Ave there is an abundance of restaurants and nightlife/ trendy shops. East of Tenth Ave is more residential with a mix of condo/apartments and small single family homes. Just before Park Ave, two blocks north of Robinson Ave is another area in Hillcrest with a multitude of choices for dining and shopping. Pretty much any where on Robinson Ave you are close walking distance to Trader Joes and Whole Foods. There are coffee shops/Florist/book stores and Ralphs shopping plaza within walking distance of Robinson as well. What I enjoy most about Robinson Ave ( I am near Robinson and Herbert) I can walk to the San Diego Zoo, museums. Balboa Park is one of the largest urban parks in the US and is a 5-10 minute walk for me. Exercise is a given for people in Hillcrest. Walking the awesome trails around the park make it easy to stay fit!
The previous comment made on this site about Robinson Ave being a dumpy area is misleading. I don't know where he/she is referring to. Just like any other urban neighborhood, unfortunately there are homeless people. We take pride in our homes/condo's. People are friendly and polite. Even the homeless people are friendly in San Diego! I have always felt safe walking in my area in the day or night.

Crime has shot up over the last two years as more homeless and drug dealers infest the neighborhood. They are coming from the downtown area since that area is being revitalized.