Hillstone Restaurant

"I have been to Hillstone several times and the food never disappoints. However, one of the strangest things I have ever experienced as a frequent diner occurred during my most recent visit. After lunch my friend and I wanted an espresso martini. The server politely informed us that they do not serve espresso martinis. We see an espresso machine, so I suggest the ingredients and request that the bartender just shake them up. The server says no, the bartender is not allowed to make them. So I ask if he can bring two shots of espresso, a side of ice, and the vodka/kahlua up so we can combine the ingredients ourselves. He attempts to do this and the manager stops him, comes over to our table and explains that unfortunately they do not allow guests to have espresso martinis even if we purchase all the ingredients and mix them ourselves. When questioned, the reason she offers is “consistency.” We ended up paying our check and going across the street to Sixty Vines, which makes an excellent espresso martini as it turns out. The bartender there said this was a surprisingly frequent occurrence… people ordering espresso martinis from her after being refused them at Hillstone. It’s just WEIRD for them to turn down money and indicative of their hospitality philosophy, which gives off a haughty vibe- as if they don’t care whether they please a particular customer because another will be along anyway. I am specifically speaking of the manager, the server was lovely."

"Great spot, always booked up so it's advisable to book well in advance. We went a little early to try to get seated sooner than our and 9:00 p.m. reservation, and we were able to stand at the bar and order drinks and some appetizers. All the food was phenomenal, and the service was excellent."

"Simply one of the best dining experiences. We had a window table with an amazing view of the sunset. Amazing service all around and the food!! We had the spinach and artichoke dip for an app - yum! My husband had the Hawaiian rib-eye steak and I had the rotisserie chicken - both were outstanding. Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting the area."

"I thought Hillstone was excellent, from the service, to the food, and the aesthetics! I was absolutely pleased with my experience and look forward to visiting again. I recommend going early, so that you may enjoy the view and have a glass of wine, while you wait for your table to be ready. It’s absolutely worth it. Walking around after your dinner is also doable. The Hawaiian Ribeye and Rotisserie chicken have phenomenal flavors and they are a must-try! You also can’t go wrong with the mashed potatoes. They are savory and the right amount of creamy."

"Hillstone Restaurant never ceases to amaze us with its consistently exceptional food and service. On our latest visit, we had the pleasure of trying both the burger and red snapper entrees, and they were nothing short of outstanding. The burger was juicy and flavorful, and the red snapper was cooked to perfection. Hillstone remains our top choice for an unforgettable dining experience every time. You will want to make reservations in advance so you don’t get stuck waiting for a table to open up"