Uptown 78 Lounge

8250 W Farm to Market Rd 78 #108, Converse, TX 78109, USA

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Address:	8250 W Farm to Market Rd 78 #108, Converse, TX 78109, USA
Phone:	+1 210-277-8146
Rating:	4.1
Working:	4PM–2AM 4PM–2AM 4PM–2AM 4PM–2AM 4PM–2AM 3PM–2AM 12PM–12AM

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Lowell Butler

Pros: Uptown 78 is the epitome of the friendly neighborhood bar. There are regulars who are always willing to welcome new comers with a cocktail and a smile. The bartenders are among the best personalities around, and dont be surprised if they remember your name and drink after just a few visits. The drinks are cheap and Uptown offers various forms of entertainment such as pool tables, DJ and karaoke. They also play the best music in town. Cons: In addition to being made fun of for ordering an Angry Orchard and an Apple Martini (in a manly glass) I once asked for an Uptown 78 T-Shirt /Polo and no respek was placed on my name by the bar owner, manager and bartender so again I ask that all tree of them put some respek on my name and kindly comply with my request. I aint gone say it no mo! In short if youre looking for a laid back place to have a good time this is it! Update on the Respek Chronicles...the journey continues. About a week later I once again visited Uptown 78 for cocktails after sharing my public review of Uptown. The owner as he usually does greeted me with a handshake and a hug and said "Lowell its good to see you" After a couple of minutes of us talking he said as if something slipped his mind "Oh I almost forgot!!" He runs to the back and comes back with a T-Shirt and throws it at me..with a slow nod and smile I remember thinking I had finally gained my respek thanks to my first review!! After a couple of seconds of unfolding and examining my prize I noticed the fabric was a bit "feminine" it slowly dawned on me with the added benefit of the bar managers laughter and snide background remark "its even cut like a ladys shirt" I had been purposely given an extra large womans shirt!! I suppose he wanted it to go with the girly drink I ordered, and then we spent a couple of seconds throwing the shirt at each other like a game of hot potato. My troubles were further compounded by the fact I felt obligated to prove to everyone I could in fact drink a manly drink. I ordered a crown with a splash of sprite, when I took the first sip of my drink I realized I might not have been prepared for that, with perhaps a small amount of shame I asked for a little more sprite that was all the ammunition they needed. The bartender asked me if it wouldnt be better if I had simply asked him for a sprite. He and another regular then started mocking me by calling me Oliver Twist and reciting that one line in a childish pitch saying "please sir may I have some more?" Although the journey for respek and a MALE Uptown 78 shirt continues, I search for a great bar does not!!

The Solution!4Kickz

Has Potential But Maybe Thats the Way They Want It? First off its an older crowd and thats a plus if drama is your concern. You would expect for them to have an in-house kitchen but theres a food truck outside for all of your late night fried gastro desires. The drinks are fairly priced and of decent strength. If they do have an issue its the music, sometimes. They have a line dance night but expect the line dancers to pretty much command the attention of the DJ. I see this place being able to be packed and reclaim the old Studio crowd but it hasnt happened for some reason. They should be the premier Grown & Sexy venue of SATX after the demise of the Studio but a vacuum happened and that crowd has been absorbed by the younger more volatile spots and open 3 months and gone spots. SATX has been missing a G&S hot spot for the 30+ crowd since 2013. I thought Uptown 78 would fill that void. It hasnt happened. As I said in the title maybe thats simply the way they want it. Nothing wrong with a niche clientele base but you never evolve and remain relevant. I actually believe they are suffering from lack of dynamic promoters in SATX. Promoters should not work exclusively for a venue as its their job to attract people from varying locations to your venue and create an "experience" not the same reliable atmosphere. Which isnt a bad thing but from a business standpoint thats very "safe" and safe doesnt advertise nor market well. Otherwise its not a bad place to chill with the older crowd and marvel at their outfits. Ive seen some interesting ensembles in there and I tend to show up just to take note of that. The peculiar fashion sense of patrons is always good for a good laugh or four with your drink. Your DJs do a good job of keeping the flow but there are other songs that make people dance besides line dance anthems. Theres so much that could be done with this place, potential, potential. Yes this is long but its because I want that G&S vibe back and not feel like Im partying with mom and uncles. Fill the void Uptown 78, its yours for the taking!

A Private User

The staff are not friendly at all, very hostile unless your an African American. I wish the drinks were better quality since they use below average drink brands and charge an arm and a leg for them. The place is ok if you dont have anything better to do and want to pay luxury prices for lousy drinks..

A Private User

This is an awesome spot to chill. Thursdays they have a free line dance class and Friday night is a blast. Good people, adult crowd, drinks were only $3 and the DJ is so hot. He keeps the crowd grooving. Love it

Che

Where Old School and New School mixes with each other to come together and have a drink, and a good time! I took my Mom there when she was visiting and we had a blast!!

Clyde Turner

Great local spot, who welcomes all comers! Lots of Veterans hang out here, to include myself. My go to place for pool or just to meet like-minded people...no drama!!

francine Duvall

A place where grown folks go and have a wonderful time meet good people and have good experiences. Love Uptown 78

James Moore

The Ragin Cajun food truck outside the parking lot my man Dre held it down hooked us up its all good

Tatanisha Stevens

Love this place... Grown, Sexy, and Nice! Wonderful bartenders, great Djs and best of all NO DRAMA!

A Private User

They dont serve food yet, but is a nice place to chill with friends. Wednesdays are really fun.

Nanette Thomas

Always enjoy listening to DJ Reminisce on Friday nights! Drinks could be a little stronger.

A Private User

Great place to just have a few drinks and enjoy great company. ladies night was amazing.