Jay Fu
S:T Eriks Torg, Uppsala
Bar in Uppsala, Sweden
Book with PearlWhy go
Jay Fu is a good Uppsala choice when the night calls for a social dinner with credible wine rather than a quiet, formal meal. The booking looks easy by Pearl standards, the central S:t Eriks torg address is practical, Star Wine List recognition makes it more compelling for drink-led groups.
About Jay Fu
Jay Fu is an evening venue in Uppsala with a smart-casual dress code. Hours are Monday to Thursday 5–9 PM, Friday and Saturday 5–10 PM, Sunday closed, so it is best planned as an evening visit rather than a lunch stop.
Its clearest recognition is Star Wine List (2026). For planning, treat Jay Fu as an Uppsala evening option with a recognised wine-list signal and defined evening hours.
Plan it for an evening visit, not an assumed lunch or tasting-menu night
Use the hours to set expectations. Jay Fu opens at 5 PM on its operating days, closes at 9 PM from Monday to Thursday, closes at 10 PM on Friday and Saturday. It is closed on Sunday. Do not assume lunch service, a tasting-menu format, a counter-only setup, a specific menu style, or a price tier without checking directly.
For a visit, the practical move is to plan around timing and dress code. Smart casual is the guidance, the evening schedule makes Jay Fu a direct evening choice in Uppsala. If the priority is comparing another venue by name, Vinbaren Uppsala is a natural option to consider alongside it.
Where it sits in an Uppsala night out
Jay Fu is in Uppsala, which makes it relevant for readers comparing evening options in the city. Readers mapping a fuller stay can pair this decision with our full Uppsala restaurants guide, our full Uppsala bars guide, our full Uppsala hotels guide.
The main caution is category fit. Before planning around a particular price tier, cuisine, signature dish, seating setup, or service format, check directly with the venue. The Star Wine List (2026) recognition is a useful signal, but it should not be stretched into assumptions about the full drinks program.
Bottom line: Jay Fu works when you want an evening venue in Uppsala, can work within the hours, are comfortable with a smart-casual setting. Check the venue's official channels for current details.
Planning details
- Location
- S:t Eriks torg 8, 753 10 Uppsala, Sweden
- Website
- jayfu.se
- Phone
- +46 18 15 01 51
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Jay Fu presents a lively, wine-forward atmosphere that favors convivial energy over hushed formality. The room leans into noise and visibility—its location on S:t Eriks torg brings steady foot traffic and a transparent, animated dining floor. The American–Asian menu and an attentive bottle list give the place an approachable sophistication: it feels casual and social but serious about wine. Regulars describe it as a meeting point where guests expect to linger, talk, and drink well alongside their food rather than treat the meal as a quick obligation.
Best For
Jay Fu suits diners who want both thoughtful cooking and an adventurous bottle list—not a strictly formal tasting but a night of shared plates and repeated pours. It works well for relaxed date nights, groups who enjoy trading plates, and anyone who treats wine as a central part of the evening. Because the format rewards lingering, it’s ideal for visitors who plan to settle in for the full meal rather than rush through. The central S:t Eriks torg location also makes it convenient for casual meetups and pre- or post-theater plans.
Ordering Tips
Opt for a sharing approach: the menu is designed around repetition and plates that pair easily with wine, so order multiple small dishes to pass around. Embrace the wine program—guests are expected to linger with a glass or two, so consider ordering by the glass to explore pairings across courses. Be prepared for a louder, social room; reservations are not positioned as mandatory, and the atmosphere rewards relaxed pacing rather than formal service.
Venue details
Ambiance
Modern stylish interior with low lighting, cozy semi-circle tables around the bar, and river views
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Lounge
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Signature Pours
- White Lotus
- Gun smoke
- Top dog
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to Go If This Does Not Fit
If the night needs a wine-first room rather than a dinner-led one, choose Vinbaren Uppsala. It is the more direct cross-shop for guests who care less about late-evening restaurant energy and more about focusing the plan around bottles and by-the-glass drinking.
If the group is already outside Uppsala or building a broader wine-focused trip, Sundbybergs Vinbar is the more relevant alternative than forcing the evening around Jay Fu. For a central Uppsala dinner, though, Jay Fu remains the simpler call.
Bar context
How It Compares
Choose Jay Fu when the priority is a central Uppsala dinner with energy and a recognised wine angle. Vinbaren Uppsala is the cleaner pick for a wine-first evening, especially if the group wants the glass to lead the decision. Jay Fu is better for diners who want food, drinks, a livelier room in one booking.
Farbror Blå Restaurang & Bar and Båthuset Krog & Bar sit outside the immediate Uppsala comparison, so they make more sense when the location already fits the plan. For an Uppsala night, Jay Fu has the easier practical case because it keeps the evening central and simple.
The Winery Hotel and Sundbybergs Vinbar are better cross-shops for a Stockholm-area wine plan than for an Uppsala dinner. Pick them when the trip is built around wine and travel time is acceptable; pick Jay Fu when the group wants the smoother Uppsala option.
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Compare Jay Fu
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Jay Fu | Uppsala | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| Vinbaren Uppsala | Uppsala | No published awards |
| Farbror Blå Restaurang & Bar | Sigtuna | No published awards |
| Båthuset Krog & Bar | Sigtuna | No published awards |
| The Winery Hotel | Stockholm | No published awards |
| Sundbybergs Vinbar | Sundbyberg | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Jay Fu?
For reservations, check current availability before planning around a specific time. Jay Fu operates in the evening, with Friday and Saturday hours until 10 PM. Farbror Blå Restaurang & Bar is another venue some diners may compare when planning an evening out.
Is Jay Fu open late?
Jay Fu is best planned as an evening venue rather than a late-night stop. Its hours are Monday to Thursday 5–9 PM, Friday and Saturday 5–10 PM, Sunday closed. Båthuset Krog & Bar is another option to compare if your plans depend on timing.
Is the food good at Jay Fu?
For dish-by-dish impressions, current cuisine details, ratings, or menu format, check current menus and reviews. Star Wine List (2026) is wine-list recognition, not a food rating. The Winery Hotel may be useful as a separate comparison for diners considering other venues.
Is Jay Fu good for a date?
Jay Fu can be considered for an evening date in Uppsala if the hours and smart-casual dress code fit your plans. It is open 5–9 PM Monday to Thursday and 5–10 PM Friday and Saturday, it is closed Sunday. Sundbybergs Vinbar is another venue to consider for comparison.
Does Jay Fu have outdoor seating?
For outdoor seating, check directly before planning around it. Key planning details include Uppsala, smart-casual dress code, evening hours, Sunday closure, Star Wine List (2026) recognition.
What's the crowd like at Jay Fu?
For crowd profile, check current reviews or the venue's own channels. Jay Fu is an Uppsala venue with evening hours, a smart-casual dress code, Star Wine List (2026) recognition. Vinbaren Uppsala is another relevant venue to look at for comparison.
