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Tjuren — Grill & Wine, Övre Slottsgatan, Uppsala

4.5 (301)

A central Uppsala grillhouse pairing charred, carefully sourced cuts with a rotating wine list in a warm, wood-toned dining room.

Tjuren is a focused grill restaurant in central Uppsala known for carefully sourced cuts, charred techniques and an evolving wine list that leans toward robust reds. Housed on Övre Slottsgatan in a cosy city-centre building near historic streets, it serves steaks, grills and seasonal small plates in a warm, wood-forward dining room; dinner service begins late afternoon and runs into the evening most nights.

A brief summary to Tjuren

  • Tuesday 4 pm-10 pm
  • Wednesday 4 pm-10:30 pm
  • Thursday 4 pm-11 pm
  • Friday 4 pm-11 pm
  • Saturday 4 pm-11 pm
  • Sunday 4 pm-10 pm

Local tips

  • Book ahead for weekend evenings; the dining room fills for prime dinner hours and reservations secure preferred seating.
  • If you're sharing, order a couple of grilled mains and several small plates or sides to try a range of techniques and flavours.
  • Ask staff for current wine pairings—listings change frequently and the team can match weight and flavour to your dish.
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Getting There

  • Tram or Bus from Uppsala Central

    Public bus tram alternatives from Uppsala Central station: frequent local buses serve central stops near Övre Slottsgatan with typical travel times of 6–12 minutes; services run at regular intervals but may reduce frequency late at night and on Sundays. Tickets use local public-transport fares (purchase via regional ticket app or ticket machines) with an expected single-ride cost in the local currency for short urban journeys.

  • Walking from Central Uppsala

    On foot from the central station expect a city-centre walk of approximately 12–20 minutes depending on pace; the route is on paved streets through historic blocks—suitable for most visitors but uneven cobbles may be present in places and some sidewalks are narrower in the oldest streets.

  • Taxi or Ride-hail

    Taxi or app-based ride from central points: typical travel time 5–10 minutes inside the central district; short-trip fares vary by time of day and supplier—expect mid-range urban taxi pricing. Note that Friday–Saturday late-night surges can increase waiting times and fare.

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What Tjuren feels like

Step inside and you meet the restaurant’s character immediately: warm wood, low lighting and an energy that sits between relaxed and purposeful. The room is arranged for sociable dinners and date nights as much as for groups who want a meaty centrepiece. Furnishings are unshowy but sturdy; plates arrive with confident, straightforward presentation that puts the ingredients first.

Food philosophy and highlights

Tjuren’s menu revolves around grilled proteins and natural flavours, presented with touches from around the world. Expect classic steakhouse cuts alongside smoked, confited and fire-finished dishes, plus seasonal small plates that reference European and global ingredients. Sauces, sides and finishing salts are part of the house language—potato purée, pommes and seasonal vegetables are frequent companions to the meat selection.

Wine and drink approach

A changing wine list complements the charred, robust dishes; the emphasis is on wines that pair well with grilled red meat, including fuller-bodied reds and structured styles. The team refreshes selections regularly, so the house pairing advice tends to favour weight and texture—wines that stand up to smoke, char and concentrated flavour.

Setting in the city

Tjuren occupies a central city location on Övre Slottsgatan, amid Uppsala’s historic streets and stone buildings. The neighbourhood feels intimate and walkable; evenings bring a cosy glow to the facades. The restaurant’s scale and interior make it well-suited to evenings rather than quick lunches—service rhythms reflect table dining and longer meals.

Who this suits

The offer is best for diners who appreciate well-executed grilled meat and a wine-led evening: couples, groups and families with older children comfortable at a dinner table. The menu also includes vegetarian options handled with the same care, so mixed parties can find satisfying plates beyond the grill.

Practical character and experience

Service style is table-led and attentive; dishes arrive paced so courses can be shared and savoured. Lighting and acoustics are aimed at convivial conversation rather than hushed formality. Overall, the experience centres on flavour, technique and a straightforward but carefully curated wine list—an evening meal built around fire, good produce and convivial dining.

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