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    Uptown Social

    3.6 (25 reviews)
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    Open • 11:30 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Scotty C.

    I haven't partied at Uptown in a long time, but I do know it's still a hot spot for the young folk. I always recommend it to visitors looking for lively nightlife. While I don't frequent the King St bar scene much anymore doesn't mean I've forgotten about those delicious bar pies they sell. My favorite is the Bleeker with pepperoni, jalapenos, and ranch, but you can't go wrong with the Falco Classic. Recently I called in an order and picked it up on the way home. I think they forgot my order because it took quite a while after I showed up, but things happen. The pizza was still great and I got some mozzarella sticks too.

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    Anne F.

    Another year means another family vacation with my husband's family so that includes my MIL, FIL, SIL & her husband, and my BIL. This year, they chose to visit Charleston, SC because 1) my MIL hasn't been before and had just watched Ken Burns' 5-part, documentary on the American Revolution, and 2) because my FIL has seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and needs to be below the Mason Dixon Line for the winter. So we all converged on Charleston. The first dinner we had together was this place that was right across the street from the hotel we were staying at. I think my MIL wanted to find something that was easy and fast. When we went it wasn't that busy and we couldn't figure out why (although later, it got super busy at 10pm). I guess this place is more of a night town meaning it comes to life later in the night. We were 7 people but the restaurant had no trouble accommodating us and there was something on the menu for everyone. If you've read other reviews, it's hard to find places that we can all agree on that matches everyone's dietary needs. I convinced my MIL to share the Hot Honey pizza. Even though she has low spice tolerance, she said she enjoyed it. I think my FIL got a wrap, my husband got a burger, my BIL got a salad (i don't remember), and my SIL and her veganish husband got the pesto pizza. I say veganish because he tries to stick to a vegan diet but he does consume dairy products at times. And in the South, I guess finding fully vegan foods is really hard he was pretty much veganish the whole time. But everyone enjoyed their food with a minor complaint of something being really salty. Our waitress was also very friendly, very open and welcoming, and even gave her recommendations on where to visit and where to eat. I think this place has good food for a good price and it seems to be a popular place later on in the night. Quiet ambiance if you go earlier in the night if you want to avoid the crowd.

    Chicken Tenders

    If you are looking to go and drink this is the spot otherwise not the biggest fan. When my group and I walked in we were greeted by a crowd control person asking for our IDs (we didn't even know that was needed as it was not posted anywhere when looking at this place). We got seated and our server asked about drinks when we turned away alcoholic beverages her whole demeanor shifted. We waited for a decent time for our food even though the restaurant wasn't busy and most people were only there drinking. We got the buffalo chicken dip appetizer and it was very mid. I got the chicken tenders in which were listed as an appetizer so didn't come with fries. It definitely wasn't worth the money but others at my table got the burger which they enjoyed. We felt unwanted the whole time we were there. Out of the whole weekend this was our least favorite place to eat.

    Heather A.

    Perfectly fine touristy dive on King. The events there can be a lot of fun! Food is mid, drinks are good enough. The crowd can be pretty young.

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    Danielle V.

    We went here twice while we were in town. The first time was Wednesday night and it was super fun! No cover, line dancing downstairs. A large bar and a big upstairs with a bar and a rooftop patio. We went on a Friday night and it wasn't as fun, I would give it a 3 if we had just went on Friday. Cover was $20 which I think is really high. It was packed inside with a super young crowd. It was still kinda fun but def had a better time on Wednesday. Def a bar and wouldn't eat here!

    Sept. 13
    Bacong F.

    It was as a young college crowd on a Sat night that was mixed in with bachelorette parties and a sprinkle of older folks like us. Cover was $5. The first floor there was a live act until 11:30 pm until another DJ showed up. Roof deck had a DJ and another DJ in another room on the second floor. It was fun to people watch and see how SC parties.

    Straight vibes

    Best dj ever I love it he's great insane remixes and good drinks I love it here nahshdhshshdhshss

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    Shelly B.

    I love going to Uptown Social! The food is great, the drinks are great, everyone is super friendly and there's always something cool going on. I love how big this place is and the amount of DJs that can play at one time. The rooftop bar is super fun and there's always a load of people to connect with. They serve cannabis drinks for those staying away from alcohol and still looking for a social experience.

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    Sharon G.

    The food was decent, I do love a good chicken Parmesan sandwich so hit the spot. We were there for a bar call so our drink menu was limited, but for what we got it was really good. I initially got in there. They were playing all the different sports games so it's kind of loud but our waiters and bartenders were very helpful and quick with our food and drinks.

    Double Smash burger and fries

    Amazing customer service from Julia and the food was amazing. Honestly the best burger I have had in a really long time. It was juicy, seasoned and all the ingredients were proportionate so you could taste every bit in each bite. The fries were hot, crispy, and generously dusted with seasoned salt, they were exactly what I expected. Overall it was a great experience. Not too crowded at 5:00 so the environment was really enjoyable.

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    Such a fun place. Different pockets to enjoy the atmosphere. The upstairs seemed more intimate and entertaining. Check this place out!

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    9 months ago

    Good wings. Great sports bar. Friendly service. Wings were massive but super flavorful

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    4 months ago

    No wait, fast service and food was good. Staff was friendly. You have to show an ID just going in for lunch.

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    1 year ago

    Fantastic service and with amazing staff, but food is just okay and there's a lot of different music going on at the same time.

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    Good but so overpriced. The staff is all good I just and it's a great environment. I love going when I'm in Charleston.

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