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Cervecería Universitaria

  • CoverNo cover
  • PriceMXN 55-100 per beer (approx USD 3-6)

Cervecería Universitaria sits on Av. Universidad near the campus of the University of Colima, drawing a young, student-heavy crowd alongside faculty and young professionals from the surrounding neighborhood. The dress code is entirely casual, sportswear and jeans are the norm, and the age range skews toward the twenties, though it is open to all legal-drinking-age visitors. The atmosphere is informal and communal, with shared tables, television screens for sports, and simple counter service.

Cervecería Universitaria sits on Av. Universidad near the campus of the University of Colima, drawing a young, student-heavy crowd alongside faculty and young professionals from the surrounding neighborhood. The dress code is entirely casual, sportswear and jeans are the norm, and the age range skews toward the twenties, though it is open to all legal-drinking-age visitors. The atmosphere is informal and communal, with shared tables, television screens for sports, and simple counter service. Music is recorded rather than live, typically pop and rock playlists kept low enough for conversation and study-break chatter. The drinks programme centers entirely on craft beer, with a rotating selection of local Colima-brewed styles alongside a few national brands; cocktails and spirits are not the focus. Hours run from mid-afternoon into the early morning Monday through Saturday, closed Sundays; weeknights draw a study-break and after-class crowd while Friday and Saturday evenings are busiest with a broader local crowd. There is no cover charge, no reservation system, and no bottle service; seating is first-come at shared tables.

Good to know

Hours
Mon-Sat 4PM-1AM
Signature
Local craft beer near the university, casual student-friendly atmosphere

Location

Av. Universidad, Centro, 28040 Colima, Col., Mexico

19.2481, -103.7196 View on map

Highlights

  • Rotating selection of local Colima-brewed craft beer
  • Casual, student-friendly atmosphere near the university campus
  • Shared tables and screens for watching sports
  • No cover charge any night of the week

Tips for visiting

  • Weekday afternoons right after classes let out are the liveliest study-break period
  • Friday and Saturday evenings draw a broader local crowd beyond students
  • The bar is closed Sundays, so plan visits Monday through Saturday
  • Sportswear and casual dress fit right in; no dress code applies

When to visit

Weekday late afternoons suit a casual study-break visit, while Friday and Saturday evenings bring the fullest, liveliest crowd.

Accessibility

The venue is at street level with open seating areas, generally accessible, though it can be crowded around shared tables during peak evening hours.

Frequently asked questions

Is Cervecería Universitaria only for students?

No, while the crowd is student-heavy given the campus location, it is open to all adult visitors.

What kind of beer does it serve?

It focuses on a rotating selection of local Colima-brewed craft beer alongside a few national brands.

Is there a cover charge?

No, there is no cover charge.

What days is it open?

It is open Monday through Saturday from 4PM to 1AM and closed on Sundays.