Mixx restaurant in Hillcrest will be closing its doors Oct. 31. Chef and owner Deb Helm has decided to focus on her Mission restaurant chain, and is planning to open the newest Mission restaurant, Mission Sonoma, downtown near the new ballpark early next year.

Mixx has developed a reputation as a Hillcrest institution, offering exquisite dishes at reasonable prices. The wood-paneled, street-level cocktail lounge and dining room above offer polished, friendly service and a classy atmosphere. With nightly jazz and an ever-changing display of local art, it has been local favorite since it opened.

Michael Stebner, most recently the executive chef at 910, the restaurant located in La Jolla’s Grand Colonial Hotel, will take over the Mixx space and open his own restaurant, Region. Region will feature southern California cuisine, with locally grown vegetables, handcrafted cheeses and artisan breads.

Mixx is located at 3671 Fifth Ave. Reservations are strongly recommended. For further information or to make reservations, call (619) 299-6499.