Communion Mission Hills: San Diego's Best New Rooftop Restaurant

There are restaurants you go to because they look good on a grid, and there are restaurants you actually want to bring people to. Communion Mission Hills rooftop restaurant is the second kind, and after twenty-two years in San Diego I don't say that lightly.

What Makes Communion Worth Your Time

Communion sits on the rooftop of The Sasan at 901 W. Washington Street in Mission Hills. The views stretch toward downtown, the bay, and the coast. San Diego Magazine named it Critic's Choice Best New Restaurant of 2025, and if you've been there, you understand why. This is not a restaurant riding its view. The kitchen is run by Executive Chef Mike Moritz, who spent years at Mister A's and Mille Fleurs before this, and it shows in every plate.

The menu is globally inspired coastal shared plates. The kind of food that gives you something to talk about at the table. Dishes draw from coastal cuisines around the world, treated with a modern technique and real intention. Pastry comes from Aly Lyng, longtime pastry chef at Georges at the Cove. The bar program is equally serious.

The Space Was Built for Gathering

Communion has indoor and outdoor seating for over 100 guests. The rooftop bar takes walk-ins, which matters when you want to bring someone here on a whim. Happy hour runs daily from 4 to 6pm, and all night on Mondays. Sunday brunch is also on the menu if that's more your speed.

It works for a lot of occasions. A first client meeting where you want to show someone what San Diego actually feels like. A celebration dinner. A Tuesday evening when you just want to be somewhere that doesn't feel ordinary. Reservations are available through Tock at dinecommunionsd.com. Walk-ins are welcome at the bar.

Why Mission Hills Makes Sense for This

Mission Hills is one of those San Diego neighborhoods that locals know is special without needing to explain it. Walkable, residential, rooted in history, with Washington Street quietly holding some of the city's best spots. If you're exploring San Diego neighborhoods for the first time or the hundredth time, Mission Hills always rewards a slower pace. Communion fits the street without disappearing into it.

If you work with clients relocating to San Diego, this is the kind of place that does the selling for you. Bring someone here for a drink before a showing and watch how their whole frame of reference shifts. That's the best pitch San Diego has. Let the city speak for itself.

An Exclusive Discount for My Community

My newsletter subscribers heard about this at the beginning of the month, and I want to make sure everyone has a chance to use it before it expires. Through May 31, 2026, you can get 10% off your bill at Communion by mentioning the Sasan discount when you sit down. No code, no app, nothing to show your phone. Just say it to your server.

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Planning Tips

Dinner service runs Monday through Saturday starting at 4pm, and Sunday brunch begins at 10am. Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially on weekends. If you're going for drinks and small plates only, the bar takes walk-ins and the happy hour menu runs daily from 4 to 6pm. Parking in Mission Hills is street parking on Washington or surrounding blocks. Give yourself a few extra minutes on a Friday evening.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Communion in Mission Hills located?

Communion is at 901 W. Washington Street, San Diego, CA 92103, on the rooftop of The Sasan residential building at the corner of Goldfinch Street in Mission Hills.

Do I need a reservation at Communion?

Reservations are recommended for full dinner service and can be made through Tock at dinecommunionsd.com. If you want to come for just drinks and appetizers, the rooftop bar accepts walk-ins. Happy hour runs daily from 4 to 6pm.

What kind of food does Communion serve?

Communion serves globally inspired coastal shared plates under Executive Chef Mike Moritz, previously of Mister A's and Mille Fleurs. The menu draws from coastal cuisines around the world with an emphasis on seasonal, ingredient-driven dishes designed to share.

Is Communion good for a client dinner or business meeting?

Yes. The combination of rooftop views, serious food, and a space designed for conversation makes it one of the stronger options in San Diego for a client dinner or a professional meetup that doesn't feel like a conference room. Happy hour on weekdays is a lower-key option for a first meeting.

What is the Sasan discount at Communion?

Through May 31, 2026, guests can receive 10% off their bill by mentioning the Sasan discount to their server at Communion. No code or promo graphic is required.

Worth Adding to Your List

San Diego has no shortage of places to eat. What it has fewer of are restaurants that earn their reputation on the food, not the Instagram moment. Communion is one of those. I'm glad to be able to share a discount with my community while it's still running.

If you're new to San Diego or thinking about making a move here, these are the kinds of places I love introducing people to. I've spent nearly two decades helping people find their footing in this city, and the restaurant recommendations always come with the neighborhood conversations. Reach out anytime at Shirin@TheSDHome.com or 858.750.5753.