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Urban Mo's Bar & Grill

Google (2622) 4.6
Tripadvisor (106) 4.3
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Visitors frequently praise the welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service, with many servers like Marcus and Jordan being highlighted for making guests feel special. However, some reviewers find the food and drinks to be expensive and mediocre, while others mention the venue can be loud.

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Address
308 University Ave, Hillcrest, San Diego, CA 92103
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Phone
+1 619-491-0400
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Website
urbanmos.com
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Price Range
$$

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About this place Urban Mo's Bar & Grill

Urban Mo’s is the go‑to spot on University Avenue for brunch, burgers and late‑night dancing in Hillcrest. The place doubles as a grill and a gay bar. You’ll find classic American comfort food—think cheeseburgers and fries—served inside and on a roomy patio that stays lively after dark. When the sun sets, DJs spin and the theme nights kick in, turning the dining room into a dance floor. Weekdays you can slip in at 11 a.m.; on weekends the doors open at 9 a.m. for brunch and stay busy until 2 a.m. every night. With more than 2,600 Google reviews, it’s clearly a favorite, and a Saturday brunch can mean a short line. Prices sit in the moderate range—nothing fancy, nothing cheap. Hillcrest’s bar strip is only a few blocks away, so Urban Mo’s works as a natural first stop before you hop to the next venue.

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Opening Hours

Open Now · closes 02:00
Monday 11:00-02:00
Tuesday 11:00-02:00
Wednesday 11:00-02:00
Thursday 11:00-02:00
Friday 11:00-02:00
Saturday 09:00-02:00
Sunday 09:00-02:00

Features

Gay Happy Hour Drag shows Live music Food served Dancing Area Outdoor Patio Pub/Tavern Safe space Walk ins welcome Mixed LGBTQ+ Dance Pub Themed parties Outdoor terrace WiFi Day venue Evening venue Late night (after midnight) Year-round Gay-popular Drag shows

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4.6
★★★★★
2,622 reviews

Based on 2,622 Google reviews.

juliana wardwell
juliana wardwell Jun 2026
★★★★★

Our waiter Chad gave us an excellent dinning experience. From the moment we were seated, he was friendly, attentive, and professional. He checked on our table regularly without being intrusive, made sure our drinks were always refilled, and answered all of our questions about the menu with confidence and patience. The service was prompt, and he maintained a positive attitude throughout our meal, even during busy periods. His recommendations were great, and he helped make the entire dining experience enjoyable and stress-free. It’s clear that he genuinely cares about providing outstanding customer service. Thank you for your hard work and dedication. Employees like you are a big reason we will be coming back.

Lauren B
Lauren B Jun 2026
★★★★★

Fun place to come with friends, for brunch and maybe some drinks. I don’t come here very often only when my best friend comes into town. But usually the food are huge portions and pretty good.

Bobby Alldis
Bobby Alldis May 2026
★★★★★
Lorenzo Escamilla
Lorenzo Escamilla May 2026
★★★★★

My favorite gay bar in San Diego, Sunday Karaoke by Navy Nick and Drag brunch are the highlight of my time spent here

D'ahna Bishop
D'ahna Bishop May 2026
★★★★★

First time at MO’s with a group of friends and Becky was AMAZING. We had a table and were definitely a little all over the place with ordering throughout the night, but she was so patient, attentive, funny, and genuinely made the experience even better. She handled everything going on around us like an absolute pro and never once seemed overwhelmed. You can tell she’s great at what she does and knows how to create a fun, welcoming environment. MO’s already has such a great inclusive vibe, but servers like Becky are what make people want to come back. Hope she gets the recognition she deserves because she was truly fantastic.

H T
H T May 2026
★★★★★

I go for the drag shows - 10/10 for that! I recently got a Hawaiian burger, but pineapple legit tasted like alcohol. It was so gross. The rest of my food was delicious though! The server also forgot to bring the table our desert, but that just meant we saved some money that night lol.

Jason Sanqui
Jason Sanqui May 2026
★★★★★

The restaurant/bar has a fun party atmosphere complete with a DJ. I got eggs Benedict with over cooked eggs and a morning mule cocktail. The eggs Benedict were saved by the soy chorizo and the sauce. The cocktail was pretty good.

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Last updated on 9 November 2026

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