Uptown Tavern

Uptown Tavern Centered on University Avenue in the heart of Hillcrest, this casually hip bar and eatery invites gu And it doesn't stop there.
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Uptown Tavern is to be the true neighborhood hangout for locals and newcomers to call their second home. Centered on University Avenue in the heart of Hillcrest, this casually hip bar and eatery invites guests to eat, drink, and socialize in a comfort & style that can only be found in Hillcrest. Take full advantage of San Diego's beautiful weather with Uptown's airy, open floor plan, stunning skyl

ights and large roll-up garage door windows that allow patrons to walk freely from the two spacious outdoor patios to the inner dining areas and bar. HD televisions are perfectly placed to keep the sports enthusiasts happy come game day! Focused on a "super local" approach in both food and philosophy, Uptown Tavern offers a dining experience that surpasses the ordinary with a full menu of original delectable dishes.

Sweet, spicy, and only here for the summer. ❤️‍🔥 No, we’re not talking about your latest fling... 😉 We’re talking about ...
06/27/2026

Sweet, spicy, and only here for the summer. ❤️‍🔥 No, we’re not talking about your latest fling... 😉 We’re talking about our Honey Sriracha Salmon! 😋 It's glazed in house-made honey sriracha sauce, served over turmeric rice with grilled asparagus. 🔥 It’s part of our Summer Specials Menu for a limited time, so come get a little taste before it disappears! ✨

Pride is coming… and we’re already picking out our outfits! 🌈🦄✨ We’re gearing up for San Diego Pride 2026, and let’s jus...
06/25/2026

Pride is coming… and we’re already picking out our outfits! 🌈🦄✨ We’re gearing up for San Diego Pride 2026, and let’s just say the lineup is looking very cute! 🔥 DJs, parties, cocktails, and plenty of Hillcrest sparkle are on the way! ✨ We’ll be announcing the full Pride schedule soon, so stay tuned, babes! 💋

Pour decisions strongly encouraged. 😉🥃
06/25/2026

Pour decisions strongly encouraged. 😉🥃

Get the weekend poppin early! 🍾✨ V***e Clicquot specials are now happening on Thursdays too! 🥂 Same V***e energy, now wi...
06/23/2026

Get the weekend poppin early! 🍾✨ V***e Clicquot specials are now happening on Thursdays too! 🥂 Same V***e energy, now with an extra summer night!☀️ Enjoy $10 glasses of V***e Thursdays from 4–7pm AND Fridays from 5–7pm! 💛🍾 Only for the summer!

Tomorrow night is giving bottomless pasta, and honestly, we support it! 🍝✨ Dig into unlimited $12 linguine with house-ma...
06/23/2026

Tomorrow night is giving bottomless pasta, and honestly, we support it! 🍝✨ Dig into unlimited $12 linguine with house-made pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan! Want to make it extra? Add chicken, shrimp, or steak for a few dollars more! 😋

Sunday Funday is not here to be quiet. 💃🍹✨ Start with brunch at 11am, add a cocktail or two, then let DJ Mike Orion take...
06/21/2026

Sunday Funday is not here to be quiet. 💃🍹✨ Start with brunch at 11am, add a cocktail or two, then let DJ Mike Orion take the wheel from 2–6pm1 Good food, good drinks, good music, and just enough Hillcrest energy to make Monday jealous. 😉

📍 Uptown Tavern
🍳 Brunch starts at 11am
🎶 DJ Mike Orion live from 2–6pm

The calm before the Saturday sparkle. ✨ The chairs are waiting, the bar is shining, and we’re just about ready for you! ...
06/20/2026

The calm before the Saturday sparkle. ✨ The chairs are waiting, the bar is shining, and we’re just about ready for you! See you soon, Hillcrest! 🍸

Freedom is always worth celebrating! 🌟 Today we’re honoring Juneteenth, celebrating freedom, and recognizing the resilie...
06/19/2026

Freedom is always worth celebrating! 🌟 Today we’re honoring Juneteenth, celebrating freedom, and recognizing the resilience, joy, and history behind this meaningful day. ✊🏾 Happy Juneteenth! ❤️💛💚

Summer showed up looking fresh! 🍉✨ Our Watermelon Salad is juicy, crisp, and just dramatic enough to keep things interes...
06/19/2026

Summer showed up looking fresh! 🍉✨ Our Watermelon Salad is juicy, crisp, and just dramatic enough to keep things interesting. Made with watermelon, feta, fresh basil, shaved red onion, pistachios, balsamic drizzle, and a little Maldon salt magic. 🌿🧀 Come taste summer while she’s still here. 💋

Four cocktails. One Adrian. Zero reasons to stay home! 😌🍹
06/18/2026

Four cocktails. One Adrian. Zero reasons to stay home! 😌🍹

Pull up a seat. What are we pouring? 🍸✨
06/16/2026

Pull up a seat. What are we pouring? 🍸✨

We’re doing what for $12?! 😮🍝Tomorrow night, it’s all. you. can. eat. pasta! This week’s special is cavatappi tossed in ...
06/15/2026

We’re doing what for $12?! 😮🍝

Tomorrow night, it’s all. you. can. eat. pasta! This week’s special is cavatappi tossed in a cheesy charred tomato sauce with juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and plenty of Parmesan. 🍅🧀🌿

Feeling extra? Add chicken, shrimp, or steak for a few bucks more.

Tuesdays at Uptown are not playing around. 🍝✨

Address

1236 University Avenue
San Diego, CA
92103

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4pm - 11pm
Wednesday 4pm - 11pm
Thursday 4pm - 12am
Friday 4pm - 12am
Saturday 12pm - 12am
Sunday 11am - 11pm

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