Uptown Cafe in Valparaiso, Indiana is the kind of neighborhood cafe that brings people together over thoughtfully prepared food, excellent drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it easy to stay awhile.
Known for its fair-trade and organic coffee, Uptown Cafe pairs quality ingredients with a welcoming, laid-back setting where guests can enjoy everything from a quiet morning cup to a full meal with friends, coworkers, or family.
With a strong reputation built on 518 reviews and an outstanding 4.70 out of 5 rating, it has earned the trust of locals and visitors alike as a dependable spot for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, and everything in between.
The menu is designed to satisfy a wide range of tastes and routines, offering sandwiches, sweet treats, comfort food, healthy options, quick bites, small plates, vegan options, and vegetarian options.
Whether you are stopping in for great coffee, a great tea selection, or a local specialty, Uptown Cafe provides a well-rounded dining experience that works just as well for solo dining as it does for catching up with others.
It is also a favorite for those working on a laptop, thanks to Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, and an environment that feels casual, cozy, quiet, and stylish without ever feeling rushed.
Guests can choose outdoor seating, dine in, take away, order delivery, or use on-site services, giving them the flexibility to enjoy their meal however it fits their day.
Accessibility and convenience are also a clear priority at Uptown Cafe. The cafe includes a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, along with gender-neutral toilets and a restroom for added comfort and inclusivity. Reservations are accepted, and payment is simple with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
Located at 1400 Lincolnway in Valparaiso, Uptown Cafe combines quality, comfort, and ease in one inviting destination. For anyone looking for a dependable cafe experience with excellent coffee, flavorful food, and a space that feels both welcoming and practical, Uptown Cafe stands out as a place worth returning to again and again.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
Hear from our valued guests
Incredible service. Real cortado. Delicious bakery items, particularly the vegan choco chip cookie and cappuccino chunk muffin. Barista has fun coffee art skills! Hot chocolate for the kids was the perfect temp.
Nice variety of specialty drinks; coffee, teas, smoothies. Food menu consists of breakfast, soup/salad, and sandwiches available all day. Conveniently located and easy to find parking. Staff is polite and very attentive. Very glad to have discovered this cafe.
The best caramel frappe I have ever had! So smooth and delicious!!! Awesome vibes to go along with great coffee! Great food and service!
Great place great coffee flavor and $5.50. Wow !!!
This is a great spot to grab lunch . I had the chicken bacon Swiss on a pretzel roll and it was awesome . Everything was fresh and tasted great . I had my first boba tea and it was pretty good too. Nice staff and relaxed atmosphere I would definitely return and suggest it to others .
I love the chocolate chip scones, biscuits and gravy, turkey avocado sandwich, and BBQ chicken salad. The environment is relaxing and peaceful. The lattes are really good as well. Everything is made fresh daily. I definitely recommend.
Great coffee and food in the heart of Valparaiso. We were there on a bustling Saturday morning and they still served everything in good order. The only downside is the noise levels if you’re trying to find a quiet place to work.
Uptown is my favorite Cafe in Valparaiso. Delicious sandwiches, soups and bakery items. Everyone who works here is super friendly and it is a relaxed, even though it is high energy, which I absolutely love the combination. Plus, everyone loves their dogs and the barista made a dog design in my coffee so I included my dog in the review. When in Valparaiso you need to stop by Uptown.
Our favorite breakfast hang out on Saturday mornings. Bagels and scones are delicious, and the sandwiches are tasty. All the drinks I've had have been really good. I like trying their seasonal drinks too.
So on my trip to Indiana I had to stop at this place. It was so good that I had grab breakfast before my flight back. The server even remembered my name when I got to the counter. Absolutely in love with their gluten-free/ vegan options. Coffee 10 out of 10. Pastries and breakfast 10 out of 10. The environment is so peaceful and nice that you just want to stay there all day.
Common questions about Uptown Cafe
Uptown Cafe is located at 1400 Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383, United States, Valparaiso, IN, United States.
You can reach Uptown Cafe by calling +1 219-299-2742.
Uptown Cafe has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 518 customer reviews.
Uptown Cafe features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Uptown Cafe features the following service options: Outdoor seating, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Uptown Cafe features the following highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty.
Uptown Cafe features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Solo dining, Good for working on laptop.
Uptown Cafe features the following offerings: Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Quick bite, Small plates, Vegan options, Vegetarian options.
Uptown Cafe features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Uptown Cafe features the following amenities: Gender-neutral toilets, Restroom, Wi-Fi.
Uptown Cafe features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Quiet, Trendy.
Uptown Cafe features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists, University students.
Uptown Cafe features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Uptown Cafe features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Uptown Cafe features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs.
Uptown Cafe features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Plenty of parking.
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