It was our server sitting down and talking to his friends and snacking and us sitting there with empty glasses, no silverware, or napkins, then feeling the inconvenience when asking for these. read more

This was our first time at Universal Joint. We will definitely be back. It was seat yourself, so we grabbed a spot on the back deck, and were greeted right away with menus. Our server was upbeat and prompt, and was able to answer some questions we had about the menu. Started with the grilled avocado appetizer-YUM! My husband had the blackened fish tacos, and said they were loaded with mahi mahi and delicious. I ordered the black bean burger with the firecracker topping and it was excellent. So excellent we both cleaned our plates:) Looking forward to dining here again. Loved the atmosphere, friendly staff, and the cute pooches hanging out on the deck. The food and menu selection are top notch, as was the service we received! read more

This place has been on my list for quite a while now and I finally had the chance to actually go and try it. And when I say I was NOT disappointed, I mean it. I'm a huge fan of lemon pepper so of course I got the half order of lemon pepper wings with fries. In the next picture is a order of the smoked wings which they only have on Mondays! The amount of seasoning and love they put into those wings were remarkable. I didn't even have to bring my own lemon pepper seasoning in the smoked wings also fell off the bone with ease! So if you want to try it I highly suggest you go on a Monday so you don't miss out. And let's not forget to mention the fries wow... With that being said I WILL be back! read more

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I had the Cran-Turkey sandwich on a Gluten Free bun with tots. This is a hot sandwich, and to be honest, the sauce is what makes this sandwich, and it is quite tasty. We also had the Avocado Fiesta and it was also very good. Again, it's all in the sauce. My wife had the chicken salad sandwich. While the chicken salad was good, they serve it on toasted bread which is different from expected. Her bread was a bit too toasted for her liking, so we have to deduct a few points for that one. Great atmosphere. Parking is limited. Dog friendly as long as you're willing to sit on the patio. Gluten Free options. Altogether, this is a great place to have lunch. read more

Universal Joint - Bars Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

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Fun spot for brunch and drinks! Puppy friendly too! Great food, friendly service and fun atmosphere.

This was my place stop at Universal joint. I called ahead and had a party of 25 and they accommodated everyone!!! Brady had great patience...i was truly impressed! I will definitely come again. Get the tots they were perfectly crunchy!! read more

If this restaurant had a negative 5 star rating, it would exceed the score of a ngative negative rating. I thought it was a gay friendly establishment because of the rainbow flag. I even spent time with Haley & Caleb who've been responsible for helping the restaurant's outreach to the gay community. We had a great evening together. Today when I came back, I was treated with such disdain, even after bought shots for them, that I wondered what I did to be blown off and dismissed by them. MEAN GIRL BAR DO NOT GO HERE. THE RAINBOW FLAG ON THE WALL ONLY APPLIES TO THEIR FRIENDS. It's been a long time since I was humiliated in public like that and the experience was so awful that I felt a STRONG NEED to warn anyone from going through what I did...just to get a burger and a beer and be treated like a person. The burger was good. The way I was treated was unforgettable. NO ONE DESERVES TO BE TREATED LIKE THIS. Shame on you. read more

Excellent chill restaurant! Great service and excellent food! Highly recommend! I will be back!

What do you get when you cross the energy of Universal Studios with the tranquility of Bob Marleys finest? The Universal Joint. We started off with the beer menu which was a journey. The menu had beers that were on tap in the past, the present, and coming soon. If you go prepare to decipher that bad boy. All good choices they were just not all available. Once we secured the brews we moved onto the food menu. You could say they had food for everyone.... It's Universal... Joint. The food came out at an incredible speed. I think I only blinked 3 times and was staring at a delicious lunch. Although quick, the food's quality was not diminished, it was delicious. Also, before I go don't let the name fool you, the only thing chronic there was my appetite for more food. Check out the Universal Joint, you won't be disappointed. 5/5. read more

Great atmosphere, came in for a beer and a bite was pleasantly surprised by how good the food was. The beer selection is great and the service was quick and efficient. Will definitely be back! read more

I was kind of confused when I first drove up and into the micro parking lot of four awkward parking spaces crammed together on a steep incline. I later found out that it wasn't really intended for customer parking, there's a larger parking lot in back that you don't have to squeeze into. The restaurant itself was a fun garage style open space leaning towards the hip tatted crowd. Not completely hipster but leaning towards that casual vibe. The staff is friendly, fit the vibe and are very laid back. A little more interested in talking to each other then filling our drinks but still very friendly. I did like the people and was ok with waiting on drinks. My friends not so much. The menue was great, lots of salad options, burgers, wings and delicious finger food. The two friends I came with grumbled a little about waiting for drinks but that negativity disappeared as soon as the food hit the table. Delicious.. It's a casual place so go in with a casual mindset, be patient and you won't be disappointed with what really matters, the food. I do recommend this place. It's pet friendly, family friendly, has a nice open air outside space to enjoy a beautiful day and the food really is on point at a reasonable price. read more

The food has always been excellent, the burger and the avocado fiesta are the best in my opinion. The service is good too.

Great location, decent food, very reasonably priced. Outdoor seating as well as indoor options, excellent service. Nothing pretentious, just solid food and drink choices - highly recommended! read more

I've been here a bunch of times. I live near the restaurant so it's a convenient place to go. That being said the last few times the wait staff seem incredibly not interested in well, being servers. Each of the last few times I've had to go into the bar and ask to get a server after waiting like 20+ minutes. One time I went in and told a bunch of the servers i would pay the first a big tip to the first one who would serve us. It literally took 2-3 times of me saying this before someone begrudgingly said yes. Then that server gave me a look when the bill came. Of course I tipped them really well but still, it felt weird. I'm not the only one in the neighborhood saying this. Management needs to say something or do something. This neighborhood is a HUGE supporter of this place. It really needs to happen soon. read more

The food is always great, but the service is what I would keep coming back for. Even now during this time where we can only get takeout I find that the staff goes above and beyond to be generous and helpful. The quesadillas are delicious and no one ever goes here without ordering the tots! read more

Last visit was six months ago: brisket was moist and succulent, Mai Mai tacos were delicious. Present: brisket nachos: tortillas were soggy when we got them, brisket was dry and not much of it. Fish tacos: bland and taste like frozen. Verdict: food quality went DOWN! Maybe...maybe we'll try again in six months but with all of the competitors in gville I'd think EVERY customer is crucial. read more

Food was delicious & very pet friendly! We do not live over here but when we come back we'll definitely go back!

I love the menu here. So many options that suit whatever you are craving..I love the gyro wraps (I replace gyro meat with grilled chicken). Also, the fish and chips are awesome! I especially love that they use genuine beer batter and haddock! I always enjoy coming here for a casual dinner. read more

Waited 20+ minutes and no one ever even acknowledged us. Wait staff was in no hurry whatsoever. They definitely knew we were there. No excuse. We got up and left. read more

The food was average, the service was a bit slow, and many of the beers on tap were out when we went. I did enjoy sitting out on their patio as the sun was setting though, and they get bonus points for being dog friendly. The prices were also reasonable. The menu also has an interesting selection from gyros to tacos to burger. It would be a good choice if you are eating with a group who can't decide on a particular kind of food. Overall, not a great place, but not bad either. I would not resist going again, but probably wouldn't pick it out myself. read more

Food was good. Service was good. Beer was good. I had the avocado fiesta as an appetizer a bison burger with fries for my meal, I enjoyed both!! read more

Rotating menu of cold beers, nice atmosphere, good service and tasty dishes - we like the fish tacos and quesadillas. The grilled avocado appetizer is a fun version of guacamole. read more

Great atmosphere and very convenient if you are going to an event at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. The staff was very friendly and aware that we needed the check quickly to get to the event. Good veriety of draught beers, local and national. Outdoor seating is available for nice weather as well as roll up doors. read more

Universal Joint - Great burgers and apps - Bars Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina

An awesome place for locals! I have never had a bad experience here and take almost every out of town guest I have here. My favorite is the buffalo chicken quesadilla and a side of tots. Their chips and salsa, burgers, pimento cheese, and universal fries are all top notch in my humble yelp opinion! Outdoors is great and on a nice day you are def going to be waiting a little while for a seat. Seating indoors is limited when weather isn't permitting, but it usually isn't too terribly crowded when weather is raining. Great beer options that switch out in a pretty regular fashion. The parking is abysmal, and the only reason for a four start review. Especially with the new bowling alley next door. I have never had a problem parking across the street but with all the extra traffic I have even struggled finding spots over there as well. UJ is a great spot and I will continue taking out of town guests here to wow them! Bonus you can also bring your dog which is always awesome! read more

Love this place! Great chain that I initially was introduced to in little cute town of Clayton, GA. That location is probably still my fav due to awesome local bands and amazing bartenders but too far away to regularly drive to this days. Anyway, back to Greenville location. Attentive servers who keep your glass more than half full - a huge thing to me so major props. Menu selection is great and food is always tasty. Last visit was during blustery cold rain so had to sit inside but still great experience. Thanks y'all for delivering consistent and great service and food! read more

The employees at Universal Joint volunteered to stay open on Thanksgiving which made our entire night. Gabe was a gracious host and tour guide for other things to do in the area. It's obvious that this place has it figured out, and can't wait to go back next time we're in Greenville! read more

The food is not terrible but it's not great either. Nothing too special. The service was okay as well. The only plus is that you're allowed to bring your dogs. The onion rings were really good but the burger wasn't. read more

Has a nice atmosphere and good service. The food came out quickly too but I wouldn't say it was amazing or had any wow factors

Always a solid burger. Service was a little slower than usual but the staff is super friendly and helpful.

One of those places you go regularly, yet forget to review on Yelp?! A fun, friendly place that's a great neighborhood hang-out and also a fun place to take out-of-town guests, AND that gets you a little away from the crowds of downtown. Casual atmosphere with big garage doors to create an indoor/outdoor space when weather permits. We like the burgers here and also the wings, especially the lemon pepper flavor. On Mondays, they smoke the wings! Get 'em while quantities last. They offer other specials on other days. Full bar with several local beer options, and usually a reasonably priced wine available (although I'll confess I find the wine pours a bit short sometimes). Lots of TV's, in and out, showing the various games - which, as you might, guess, means U Joint can get a bit crowded on football Saturdays. Good service by very friendly people who work here long-term, which is always a plus. The one negative here is parking. They have only a few spaces on either side of the restaurant, so parking is across the street, and now across the street and caty-corner, behind Bo Stegal (as of January 2018). This is actually a regional chain, with a location in Asheville, a few locations around Atlanta, and a couple other locations also. If you see a Universal Joint in one of these areas - give them a try! Recommended! read more

Great food and service! If you want a great hamburger they have one of the best. My favorite!

This place was great overall. Parking is in the back and was a little confusing and kind of sketchy with it being nighttime. There aren't any clear signs for waiting for seating as it turns out you seat yourself. The ambiance was beautiful and the customer service is alright. The food was great and tasted amazing. It was a bit pricey for what you're getting, but I guess that's kind of standard for places like this. The service wasn't much to be desired, but most of our needs were met for the most part. I think it'll be a nice little hang out spot in the summer because the outdoor seating is phenomenal. Solid 3.5 stars. read more

Forced to park across street at Bo Stegall salon. Quite sad if you ask me. Food was ok, nothing to complain about. But yes, 1 star for parking. Also, ordered just two burgers on Labor Day 2017. Took 50 min after losing the order. Rough. Server was kind, felt bad for him, wasn't his fault. But ya , I would NOT recommend this place. read more

Such a cool little spot. Great food and even better service. We will definitely visit again soon!

The door is consistent. Beers is good. If you sit at the bar, the overall service is great. It's a regular spot for my friends and I, especially In the summer months. We'll sit on the patio. I have to admit that the staff can become easily overwhelmed at times. Although this is understandable, it becomes frustrating. Still a fun place to eat and grab a beer though. read more

Average food at above average prices. We ordered a chicken salad sandwich, grilled chicken sandwich, universal fries and two iced teas and the total came to almost $60 after tip. Might be a place we'd come for an after-work beer but won't do dinner again. Too much to pay for a bunch of fried food. read more

Awesome place! Thomas was our server and was the best! He was super fun and entertaining and took care of our large group with ease! Thomas made our experience so fun and we can't wait to come back!! If your coming to Universal Joint, ask for Thomas!! read more

This is one of our local favorites. We often bring our dogs when the weather is nice. Really good beer (local) and drink selections. The food is upscale bar food in my opinion and very tasty. Great place for drinks, food or both. Great atmosphere. read more

Some of my favorite "bar food" in Gville. Their buffalo chicken sandwich is awesome. I love that it's grilled. The buffalo chicken salad which is also grilled and full of dark greens is good too. I've also had their burger which comes in many variations. If you like reuben's try swapping out the burger patty for grilled chicken. You won't be disappointed! When it's nice outside this is a go-to spot to grab a drink and eat. read more

Great spot for some great beers and burgers. The outdoor seating is a little rough on these hot southern days but they have indoor seating as well. Also, parking isn't quite ideal. However, the food doesn't disappoint!! I love the California Chicken Sandwich. Hands down the best chicken sandwich on any menu in Greenville. read more

Universal Joint - Californian chicken Sandwich with a side salad - Bars Near Me - Greenville, South Carolina