What a fabulous football Sunday surprise. Checked out the New Uptown Bar & Lounge for Football Sunday. Haven't been here since the closing and changes. What a great place for football. A little slow start as we were outside the door at 10 am but we were received with a welcome smile and great friendly service. Happy to find out they now have a food pop up ( Geezy's Backyard Barbecue) with breakfast burritos and barbecue lunch plate. See pictures and you will agree. So give Football Sunday a try. They also have happy hour during the week. I'll try that next. Vikings win read more

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The best the best entertainment, Marco's Compa, Marcos going off at uptown bar owner that does his own thing too much fun

Was there to see The Bomb play on the 4th. Good music acoustics that allowed for crisp, clear sound without overwhelming loudness. The dance floor is spacious for a small to medium crowd. Marcos was bartending and seemed to be distant to the customer experience and a bit tight on suggestions and comments. His other staff members were a bit more attentive. Looking forward to more efforts toward bourbon "happy hour" specials. 3 stars for the ambiance. read more

Surprisingly amazing food! Had a nice convo with the owner, Marco, and he was so friendly and knowledgeable about (alcohol) spirits! Honestly worth checking out. Me and my buddy came on Wednesday night and it was mellow with a few people hanging out playing pool and occasionally singing some karaoke. Very chill. Not boring but not too loud. Just right! read more

Uptown? Your game day/trivia/clean dive/neighborhood bar with good food. Let's start with the busy times Trivia Night & Football packs 'em in. Get there early but don't worry about the wait to get your drink on and your snack on. Everything moves smoothly. Order some wings and kick back for the fun. The other nights find a balanced crowd with quiet days. Don't have your "local" hangout? Uptown is waiting for you and your gang to roll in, stay away, and stumble to your Uber. Show up for Happy Hour (as of 2022 Sept) Monday-Friday 3PM - 6PM Saturday 12PM - 4PM And enjoy 4 wings for $7 and the pizza with 2 toppings for $13. Other specials are available. Can't make it for Happy Hour? No problemo. The burger&fries @ $14 is a great deal or spurge on the delicious Macho Man pizza @ $22 with Tri-Tip, Canadian Bacon, Pepperoni, Sausage, & Red Onion. Topped with Fresh Cilantro & House Sauce. Some of the best wings in town too. Have I mentioned the the wings? Uptown is bright, airy with multiple sitting areas, a patio and the long bar. It's clean, smells good, and comes with a friendly team. Make Uptown your home base. You'll enjoy this casual, local's joint. read more

This place was an EPIC good time SPORTS BAR! Dark but lit in the rifts places. People cheering for their teams and the good food being served! Big plus was the prices seemed reasonable! All in all the was a cool place to watch a game, play pool and party! The servers were also uptown quality with great personalities! read more

Uptown Lounge - Me n my girl! - Lounges Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Reopened and still great. Good food and drinks, free pool, and great live music. Numerous TVs for sports fans, and you can watch from the back patio. The bartenders are great and friendly. Open mic and karaoke are a lot of fun, and the sound is great. Limited parking in the back, but street parking is decently convenient. read more

A pleasant place, with its own unique atmosphere, where you can relax and have a good time. I like the interior and the bar. It's cool that you can sing karaoke. read more

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New owners have done a great job. I will be a new customer and send my friends. I support Uptown Bar and lounge. read more

Enjoying a celebration with La Presidenta Stephanie Petlow Old Spanish Days Great Music food and drink at uptown. read more

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Bottom line: This is a really cool, hidden little spot I dont know that it's fair to say that this is a hidden spot but frankly, it kind of is! I have lived in SB most of my life and I wasnt aware of The Uptown until recently which is of course my fault for not getting out there an exploring a bit more. My failings aside, I liked this place. There are a ton of comfortable places to sit, watching, TV, eat, chat drink. Its modern and the bathroom was clean. There is also a small patio in the back which looked cool. I was there for open mic night, had a few beers and a pizza - had a good time. The pizza was on the thinner of crust part of the spectrum - but good. I'm not crazy about thin crust but I liked it - my wife loved it. This spot is absolutely worth checking out! Dont forget they do open mic nights on Tuesdays after 630! read more

Cool dive bar with decent drink prices. The place is super loud, which I don't mind, it's a bar... they have karaoke... football on the TVs, etc. one of the cool things I noticed at the bar was their tap system, which fills beer glasses from the bottom of the glass, thus minimizing the foam... fun to watch. read more

Uptown Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

This bar is quickly becoming one of my favorite spots on State Street. For the past few months I've been stopping here briefly when I'm in the neighborhood, but it's growing on me and I find myself staying late. The pool tables are free, the seating is posh, outdoor area is wonderful. Bartenders are always super professional, even when the place gets crazy and loud. One girl who works Thursdays has this magical way of getting everyone at the bar talking to each other and laughing. I swear I made half a dozen friends in one night. Wish I could stay out on weeknights more often. I've seen it mentioned that the music is too quiet lately, but I like music in a lounge-style bar to be more soulful and conducive to socializing. Not so loud that you can't have a conversation while seated at the bar. So to me, the recent change is refreshing and welcome. Part of having hand-picked music instead of a jukebox is you're not always going to have the same taste as your DJ! Personally I would rather listen to something fresh that isn't quite up my alley, than radio classics I've heard hundreds of times. read more

They are open again and looking nice! Good late night food, especially since lots of places closed by 9pm for food. The front has some nice privacy with the metal - see pics. Didn't check the back but maybe next time! The interior was spacious and lots of tv screens so if your game is on, can root for your teams. This place seems like a good place to chill and have some drinks or three. We ordered the street dog, burger and fries, tri tip tacos and tri tip quesadillas, and classic uptown wings. The classic uptown wings tasted like franks buffalo sauce, which has a nice buttery flavor to the buffalo wings. The wings also came with celery and carrots. The ranch is on the slightly tangy side which I'm not a fan of, I prefer blue cheese. The burger was nice and delicious with a good amount of lettuce and tomatoes. The fries that come with the burger are the steak fries. The tri tip quesadilla and tacos are good. Maybe when COVID is over I'll come by to eat and drink here. read more

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Once we're out of this garbage, get on over to the Uptown. Such a great atmosphere and crowd. It's not a hidden gem for locals, but also not many people are just going to wander in, resulting in a friendly, fun-loving crowd. The bartenders are awesome, they have delicious food items, and they have pool tables that aren't nearly as crowded as those downtown. The back patio is also very nice when the weather is warm. For now they are doing there best and deserve your support. Locally owned, it's one of the best bars in town and a great place to watch all the big games. Definitely a great spot. read more

Ok. I'll tell you what I like about here. They have a Great Happy Hour! I don't know if most people are aware of the food here. Great Pizza since they have a great big pizza oven outside. $2 tri-tip tacos with super sauce and wings that are really tasty! Service is good with Oscar tending bar and Christina taking care of tables. Pool tables Are a buck which is high but new felt so it's all good. On Monday they have trivia, pretty tough but it makes my brain move so that's good. We come over 3-4 times a month, fun spot that has live music on the weekends and overall is a fun spot! read more

I came to this bar after my shift a few minutes before 3:00 and didn't expect the doors to be open already. I walked in and re-met a very friendly, charming and professional bartender named Jade whom I've recognized from a previous bar that she worked at. I'm excited that she's working at Uptown! When I last got a drink from her at the other place where Jade worked, she was kicking ass! Getting to every customer, making people feel good, working with a sense of urgency, maintaining the bar and engaging all of us in interesting conversation (and let me tell you, she will have you laughing and sticking around a while.) She reminds me of a Miami bartender. I swear I love her! Very friendly to us gays. Uptown, you have yourself another regular. And I roll with a bunch of alcoholics!! read more

Uptown Lounge you really came through on my latest visit how could I not give you 5 stars! After coming here to check out Uptowns fairly new event "Wine Wednesday", It left me very impressed. Not only do you get to try high quality local wines but you also get to sample a variety of Uptowns delicious wood burning oven pizzas, and other appetizers. I only paid $10! Be sure to take advantage of their pre-pay option by visiting their website at http://www.sbuptownlounge.com/contact-us prior to your visit. Otherwise you will pay $15, but still a great deal for what is provided, either way you can't go wrong. If for some reason that doesn't work then I would call Uptown and ask for Natalie so she can hook you up! Thank you Natalie for your excellent customer service. Tip: Bring cash if you're paying at the door. It makes things much easier! This event happens every Wednesday from 5:30-8pm. I recommend getting here early to find a good parking spot and seating on the patio. On my visit (7.27.16) distributors were pouring wine from Broadside located in Paso Robles. Chardonnay, Margarita Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, and Margarita Vineyard Merlot were all good! I've been to Uptown plenty of times with my co-workers after a long hard day at work and I can honestly say this place has been good to me! Food is great and I especially love the sweet potato fries. These are perfectly cooked and the best I have tried in town. Pizza is also delicious cooked in the wood burning oven. Tacos are great as well and they have a decent happy hour. Call ahead of time and reserve a spot if you have a big group. It's FREE! Viva La Fiesta Tip: In honor of Fiesta's on 8.3.16 instead of wine they will hold a tequila tasting. Overall this is the place to be if you want to stray away from the downtown area and looking for someplace to lounge around. read more

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Great place to get amazing food and drinks. Any time I visit SB, I go here. It's my go to place. Now that Covid has closed inside dining. We got to enjoy more of their outside patio which is great. Their menu changes almost every time I visit. However I'm never disappointed by the changes. A few things have been added to their menu. So I'm posting their current menu and a new dish I discovered. read more

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I always have a great time here. There's always something going on, so I'm never disappointed. The live band they had was great, definitely what I came for. Ray and Coral were fantastic behind the bar. read more

We are devastated to hear that this place has shut down. It's been so wonderful getting to spend time here this past summer playing pool and trying new drinks. You will be missed deeply -The two college students that came and played pool all the time. read more

I LOOOOVE this place! Jess is a great bartender. She is fun, nice and seems to have a great following of customers. I truly enjoy coming here to see her, as we've been following her for several years. The food is good, but the pizza is really really good! read more

Jes was so fun!! What a intentive fun bartender!!! Great asset to the uptown team!

Tried to place an online order through website but got nowhere. Called and after a couple tries got a staff member to answer but then hung up on me. Tried to call back a few more times, no answer. Their website has online ordering but doesn't work and trying to place a pickup order through a phone call is non existent. I'm sad because their bbq chicken pizza is really good. read more

My boyfriend and I wanted to try something new on a night off and Uptown was the worst place to go. Upon entry we were met with unwelcoming stares. The lounge was completely empty but the bar was PACKED. You had to squeeze through to get an order in and the blonde bartender was not very attentive nor kind. I ordered a drink and it came in a glass with the largest crack I've seen!! Unacceptable! The food was also very mediocre. Please find a better place when going out. read more

Uptown Lounge - Cracked glass - Lounges Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

The inside is spacious with pool tables and flat screens. The bartenders were friendly and welcoming. Good drinks. They were doing some kind of live music event at the time and people were dancing in unison like some zumba class. Hmmmmm read more

A real good time spot: Live music Strong drinks Comfortable seats Outside back patio area Pool, TVs, and attentive service. It can get really crazy busy! read more

The best option for a bar with decent food and live music. The ambiance is an upgrade to the other close options and staff are friendly. Definitely worth checkout if you haven't been. It's also a locals favorite. read more

While polite, the ammonia smell was dismissed when asked and also surprise! There's a 35 dollar holding amount on pen tabs ( mine was 6 dollars at the end) that holds for 2 to 3 days. Something you'd think should be explained at the start of opening a tab. Especially if it's not busy. When called and asked about this mysterious 35 dollar charge it was met with a question of "the bartender didn't tell you about it? " Remembering my last visit to this place recalling there was no explication of 35 dollars being held. Further explication of why there is a 35 dollar hold was said "if someone can't pay their tab or leave before paying, blah blah blah." I stopped caring. Was recommended to pay and close as I go or bring cash when drinking there. Unfortunately I will not be returning. Sorry you have less than great customers that cause you to HAVE to take 35 dollars out. Perhaps we evaluate. Good bye Uptown. read more

Uptown Lounge - A sad astronaut. - Lounges Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Ladies you were awesome!! Made you blush but you made us great drinks !! Keep up the hard work love the conversation and pool tables are a great way to get people in and food was perfect!! Did not have live music at the time next time we will catch the show!! Jess your awesome read more

Great Karaoke on Tuesday nights with an over-the-top sound system . . Fun place to go to sing karaoke even when it is raining . . Great food, fabulous chef, lots of tasty menu choices . . Super cocktails and very generous pours from the bar friendly bartenders . . Did I mention that it is sports bar as well ??? C'mon in for the karaoke and a fun time, bring your friends. read more

I LOVE THE UPTOWN LOUNGE! It is a great place to grab a bite or dinner, watch a sports game, play some pool or shuffleboard, grab some great drinks! They have an amazing daily happy hour that ends at 7pm which is convenient as most don't get off work until 5:30 and miss 6pm happy hours. Their bartenders are super friendly, there's a lot of seating both inside and on the outside patio. Go-tos: Hot wings (happy hour $5) Blood orange margaritas (happy hour $5) Beer (happy hour $4) 2 topping pizza (happy hour $10) Clementine drink Old fashioned Tri sandwiche I would definitely recommend anyone to stop by and indulge!! - J read more

I love up town! Pool tables, live music and popcorn, I'm there! It's the local vibe which is a nice change from the bar scene DT. The space is open and they do serve bar food until...about 1030, at least when I was there. The crowd was lively and diverse! Lots of dancers on the floor! Cocktails were great and so was the service in the lounge area! I love it when ordering at the bar in NOT your only option, so I really appreciate the cocktail waitress coming over to tables. Security/door guy was nice and not cocky like you get down town... I always forget we have up town as an option for a watering hole. Iv got to make it up this way more often for uptown! read more

Uptown Lounge - Pool! - Lounges Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

The live music bands are great! The food is good and the workers are very friendly! It's a wonderful place to spend a Saturday night in the neighborhood! read more

It needs not be said, this bar is... and if you know you know, and if you don't.. GET YOUR SWEET HOT ASS in here!! The stiff cock...tails are absolutely wonderful. Count your blessings that this gem is SOOO accessible with great parking and a LOVEly patio. OH you're welcome XOXO kel read more

I attended a friend's birthday party at the Uptown and was so impressed with the staff, food and surroundings. Seriously loved the whole experience. The staff couldn't have been more accommodating. Food was fresh & delicious, drinks were great. Will be returning soon for happy hour with friends. Great local treasure :) read more

Good bat worth solid drink choices. We were going to rat at Kimchi and had a 45 minute wait and came here for beers. Good choice of local beer. After the Korean BBQ came in for mezcal. They had the George Clonney mezcal. It was good but short on the smoky taste of bettet Mexican mezcal. Steve bartender is a solid guy. He does a good mar vvt erita as well read more

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Uptown is a GREAT space! Good bar, nicely done with a great patio. Not just a bar either, they have food which is a huge plus!! There are a lot of TVs so in a town where watching multiple sporting events at once limits your choices to only a few places Uptown fits the bill. The staff is great! At least what there is of it. More often than not they have a single bartender and one person running around delivering food. I have been there on several occasions when that was just not sufficient. Might work on a sleepy Tuesday but not during a Dodgers Playoff game or a World Series. The food is good but a little expensive for what it is. read more

Loved this place! The wings were so good we went a second time and add the delicious pizza. We were in Santa Barbara for only two days. So yeah they were good! Lol plus I liked that they had a pool table. read more

Go!!!!! Truly amazing little place. Great Bar tender. Tyson makes great drinks and makes you feel like family!!! See you tomorrow