A vintage corner building with signs advertising a sport bar, smoking, and lottery services, surrounded by parked cars and trees, with power lines overhead.
A glass of yellowish drink garnished with green olives and a pick with a pink and orange block design with the word "USC" on top of a red and green checkered coaster.
Seafood platter with shrimp, oyster crackers, lemon wedges, potato salad, and various condiments served on a bed of ice with a glass of white wine.
Illustration of a boxer in a fighting stance wearing red gloves, plaid shorts, and holding a sign with a U

Our history

Uptown first opened its doors in 1949 as a neighborhood gathering place on Austin’s Eastside—a place to drink, watch the game, and hold court. Over the years, it became part of the daily rhythm of the neighborhood.

Today, Uptown has found a second life thanks to Aaron Franklin and a small group of friends united by their love for Austin. Same building. Same neighborhood. Same soul—thoughtfully reimagined for today.

Uptown remains what it’s always been at heart:

a place to eat, drink, gather, and stay awhile.
Proudly Serving
Logo for Leidenheimer Baking Co. with the slogan "Good to the Last Crumb" and a heart shape background.
Close-up of a yellow caution tape with black diagonal stripes.
A cheeseburger with pickles and a skewer with 'USC' on it, French fries, a shrimp cocktail, a glass of rosé wine, and a plate of sliced steak on a black table.
A pink cocktail garnished with a dried citrus slice, placed on a checkered coaster on a white marble table.
Exterior of a vintage-style café with white tables and chairs outside, large windows, red brick walls, white shutters, hanging potted plants, and a weathered sign that reads 'UP TOWN'.
Interior of a cozy cafe with a curved wooden counter, black barstools, and a chalkboard menu. Natural light streams through large windows, and vintage-style decorations and plants adorn the space.