Great food and service the steak plate, marble potatoes, and asparagus is my go to. I appreciated Isaiah's help. read more

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Keke was super welcoming and smiling the entire time which makes a big difference when taking your order. We even sang for her!!! read more

Natalie at Urban Plates is the best! She was cashiering today, gave a friendly smile, very hospitable, and helped me with the menu. The staff here are great too! Although I didn't get my side dressing with my salad I still like coming here. Will be back again! read more

Came by to grab lunch and was helped by Daniel. He was super helpful and patient. The space is clean and relaxing. Their menu has a variety of options but is also simple enough that it wasn't overwhelming. I had the garlic shrimp and my husband had the steak, both so delicious. The cookies are also huge - crunchy edges and chewy middle. Will definitely be back! read more

Yummy, fresh food. The plates come with choices of sides. Their craft soda (forgot the brand) is refreshing and not that sweet. The employees are nice. Would definitely return for lunch or dinner if in the area. read more

Urban Plates - Garlic Shrimp W. Parmesan Butter. - Salad Near Me - Pasadena, California

The food was amazing and the service was welcoming. Ashley helped us a lot and was great!

Everything was so good, yummy, and fresh! Could have used a little more salt for my palette but once I added a dash, those flavors and spices came through like crazy! I love chimichurri and can't have it enough! This is a great place to get great quality food with it for a decent price in today's economy. I also loved how all the food was hormone free. It matters so much these days. This is a safe and healthy option for the whole family. read more

Urban Plates - Steak with chimichurri, brussels sprouts marble potatoes and rustic bread - Salad Near Me - Pasadena, California

Service good. Aaron helpful. Had to orient myself when walking in since they no longer have the self serve lines like they had before. read more

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Amazing food, and service! Love this place! Their food is cooked to perfection, and great personalities taking care of me here. Great quality. read more

Gotta love Urban Plates in Pasadena! We typically eat in but today I ordered to go. Aaron helped me place the order. He is a super nice and helpful guy. I also got the mango tart to go, Can't wait to get home and eat it all Urban Plates is always a treat. read more

First time customer. Will not return. Customer service was slow to stand and order your food, not sure if the lunch time rush was too much for them or what. Ordered steak, mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts. The food was ok but the steak was chewy. I guess you get what you pay for. I ordered to go but sat in the dining area while I waited for my order to be ready. The first chair I attempted to sit in along the counter with a window view and it was full of crumbs. No worries maybe a kid was just sitting there even though the entire area was empty. Next chair more left over food. For the prices of the food, I guess I expected the place to be cleaner. Also the spicy teriyaki wasn't spicy at all. read more

Urban Plates - Spicy teriyaki steak, mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts. - Salad Near Me - Pasadena, California

A very family friendly restaurant with plenty of healthy and classic options everyone will enjoy eating. The dragon fruit drink was a delightful flavor, that really tasted like the fruit. The children's macaroni and cheese was very creamy and rich. Fernando, our cashier, was friendly and patient as we ordered. The truffle fries have a satisfying flavor. I would like to come back and try the hummingbird cake read more

Fernando took our order and he was kind, very welcoming, and genuinely attentive! His great customer service made our visit feel special right from the start. Highly recommend read more

I love eating at Urban Plates because they have a variety of options that cater to all. Whether you have picky children or someone on a vegetarian/vegan diet- there is something for everyone! I noticed recently that they started a 'Chefs Special', which rotates with different items on the menu with a discounted price. Genius! My family and I love eating at Urban Plates not only because of the variety, but the quality, the ambiance, and the wonderful customer service. On our most recent visit Ashley helped us and was so kind and so patient while taking our order. (My family was a bit all over the place and there were a lot of us). We never felt rushed and she answered all of our questions about the menu. Our food came relatively fast and was delicious. Our drinks were refilled and our plates were cleared while we sat and visited. If you're in the area, I highly recommend dining in if you haven't already. read more

"Keke do you love me, are we riding"?? I love her deeeooowwwnn hella chill, hella sweet, big smile, & she put me on dat dragon fruit drink shittt..anyways she is the bomb!!!!!! read more

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Garrett was very nice and did a good job taking our order at the counter. We got the Cowgirl Cookie and it is delish!! Food here is fresh and tasty. read more

Urban Plates - Cowgirl Cookie (coconut bits, cranberry, oatmeal) - Salad Near Me - Pasadena, California

Decided to give Urban Plates after so many good reviews on Yelp. The chicken club was very good, the chicken was thick and very moist, well flavored. Good bread and overall an excellent club sandwich. The mixed beet salad was also great. Good portion sizes, both item was enough for two people. The menu is fairly large and look forward to trying the other selections, especially the hot dishes. read more

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Welp, it has been four years since my initial review and I have to tell ya guys, I have been a regular patron since 2021. I have to get my fix at least twice a month (once in a while I'll sneak in a 3rd visit in a month). I even signed up for the Plate Pass Membership, which gives me 20% off my total bill. Cost is $5.00 a month, but it's worth it for me, due to how often I go What is my favorite dish you wonder? It's the Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad w/their buttermilk dill dressing, one of the best cobb salads I've had at a restaurant. My friend won't eat a salad anywhere but here either. Oh yeah, and their hamburgers are on point, so tasty, juicy and it comes with French fries for just $12.00, or you can get a double burger for a buck more. You can't find a combo that is so delicious for less anywhere in town. I like that they occasionally change their "specialty dishes" menu, the only downside is that when they have added something delicious, like their braised short rib with a side of mashed potatoes & gravy, it won't be on the menu 3 months down the line; but it's okay because they always put something delicious to replace it. On my last visit, I had the blackened salmon, which was cooked very well; and I got to choose what two sides I wanted. They have a huge list of delicious sides, such as: an entrée size Cesar salad, cauliflower, asparagus, Brussel sprouts, mac & cheese, and the list goes on and on for you to pick when you order their (chimichurri) grass fed steak, sea bass, sear ahi tuna, chicken tenders . . . you get the drift, right? Dessert: My first choice is their Hummingbird Cake, 2nd runner up is their Cowgirl Cookie and 3rd Chocolate Chip Cookie. Parking lot is right around the corner and they validate for an hour and a half. Best waiter: Hands DOWN is Javier. He will bring you whatever you need. He's very polite, soft voiced & just a sweet person in general. He's been there for all the years I've been coming here, so it's nice to see his welcoming smiling, familiar face when I walk in. Okay, well I think I've made up for my lack of a review since 2021. Now go eat there, and tell Javier that Annette convinced you to come and eat here. read more

I've had many dinners and lunches here and as take out. But I love coming here to eat because Javier, our server, is so kind, attentive and makes sure we have exactly what we want every time . I have not had such wonderful service at high end restaurants. I highly recommend this location for the quality of food and service. read more

Urban Plates has become our go-to for quick & easy eats over the years. Hubby likes their braises, I'm still a fan of their Chimichurri Steak. Though on today's visit visit the meat was cooked on one side and pretty rare on the other still =/ I do enjoy their seasonal sides and just saw today that they have Thanksgiving meals and are even open on Thanksgiving! Will definitely keep this in mind for next year! Their "cowgirl" cookie is pretty good too - it's like an oatmeal raisin cookie with a little "extra" as our cashier Abraham described it lol, it has coconut shavings, cranberries & sunflower seeds. I liked how chewy it is & hubby happily demolished it =P Also enjoyed their new seasonal Seafood Chowder. I do wish they would bring back the Cod and the Lamb Braise, but I understand their menu is always changing seasonally. Parking is either street parking ($1/hr, check for limits) or you can park in the lots nearby (Shopper's Lane or behind Granville - 90 mins. free or by the Shops on Lake - Macy's, etc.). Restrooms are clean. Everything here is self-serve (water, condiments, etc.), but they will bring out your food & drinks after you order based on the # sign you have on your table. Outdoor seating available has some heating & coverings. read more

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Short Review: Healthy eating, consistent quality, great customer service. If you want a complete meal outside of your home, this food chain is it. Long Review: I just love this place. They really do provide clean-eating options and a wide variety for every palate. And the food tastes really good too. Lots of meat and GF, Veggie or Vegan options. They also honor their word and replace your food for free if the order is messed up or if YOU messed up the order. Classy. Pro tip: if you frequently eat here, subscribe to the Plate Pass. It saves you at least 20% on every bill which adds up and pays for its self in about 3 meals. read more

Urban Plate is great when you want something delicious. They also have many options for great tasting desserts and sides. I got the chicken tenders plate with brussels sprouts and quinoa. My husband got the barramundi seabass with potatoes and broccolini. Both entrees came out quickly and service was friendly. The restaurant is spacious and there's also a pet friendly outdoor patio. We will come back and try the salads and bowls soon. Fernando was amazing ! read more

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We love this spot! This Urban Plates is easily the best we've been to--the staff is amazing and the food is just as good. It's also dog-friendly, and the outdoor fire on colder days is such a nice touch. So happy to have it in the neighborhood. read more

Thank you Garrett for great service and great atmosphere. I love it. Healthy. In south pasadena

Aaron is the man! Gotta appreciate folks who know how to keep a line moving. Meats are sustainable and plenty of veggie options. Something for everyone and a great go-between between unhealthy fast food and pricey table service dining. Please stay here in Pasadena. read more

I ordered the Three Up plate with the beet salad, sesame broccolini, and the brussel sprouts for $12.25. It came with a slice of rustic bread. All the vegetables were excellent in flavor and texture but the beet salad is my all time favorite side dish! I always get this whenever I come to Urban Plates. I usually love bread but I can pass on this toast. read more

Urban Plates - 3 Up Plate with broccolini, beet salad and brussel sprouts. - Salad Near Me - Pasadena, California

The food was great and the price was right! We had the baramundi and the chicken Caesar....their specials at the time. I also ordered to go for my kids...one who has nut allergies. I informed Aaron and he reviewed my orders...he also asked the chef AND noted it on the order! This really made me comfortable with coming here knowing they take allergies seriously! Thanx again Aaron!! I will be back! read more

Awesome service and ambiance for lunch. Aaron was a great server communicative, personable and helpful. Great food to boot, Would reco.

Excellent service. Easy to order. Food came out quickly. Daniel was very helpful. Enjoyed the cowgirl cookie

The food was great. Nohemi was extremely kind and professional. I will be recommending this resturant to all my friends.. 5 stars

I often complain that there are not very many "healthy" options for take out in American cuisine, or at least that most places lean heavily on the protein, fried options, or tons of carbs. Urban Plates stands out as a place you can get a sizeable portion of vegetables that also tastes good. The whole "subscription" model kind of rubs me the wrong way, but if you work in the area and this is walking distance from your business I think it could make sense. The food is already a bit more expensive than I would like, and knowing there is a "deal" in the subscription lends to this feeling of not being worth the dollar value outside of the subscription plan. If the food was cheaper, it would earn 5 stars from me, but until then it's just 'good' for the cost. read more

Easy and great! I have been to a few locations. Urban Plates is always good destination for easy, quick and good eats. Garrett was a great server and handled our very large lunch party perfectly! read more

The food here is amazing but what brings me back all the time is Stephanie's service she's great and so are the people who prepare the food in the kitchen, thank you. read more

Customers service is so good here! Aaron was great and kind. Tables were clean. I got the chimichuri steak and I was pleasantly surprise at how good it was. Meat was tender and flavorful. Portion sizes were good too. read more

Food was 10/10, server daniel was awesome! The ambiance was really chill. Came here with family everyone loved it. read more

Urban Plates - Sustainable Grilled Salmon Family Meal - Salad Near Me - Pasadena, California

Nohemi is so friendly and the service is great . The food was amazing and I the vibes were great. Cool study spot for college students or a good place to come on your lunch break read more

The ambiance was great the service and food were quick Ashley the cashier was very sweet and helped me pick my plate overall great food and customer Service I would recommend for a date with your family or just a casual lunch ! read more

This is a great location near my work. They are always friendly. Good mashed potatoes and shrimp. Had a chocolate chunk cookie and it was delicious read more

Good food. Good price. Fast production considering it's made fresh. Salmon was prepared perfectly, cooked just right. Potatoes were delish. Brussels good but not sure it match the flavor profile of the other two but you pick your sides, so that was on me. Easy, self-service spot with solid food. I would definitely return. Layout change removed the cafeteria style post-covid. Staff is friendly. Central Pasadena. read more

Urban Plates - Blackened Sustainable Salmon, Chipotle Garlic Roasted Marble Potatoes, Roasted Brussels Sprouts W. Balsamic Glaze... - Salad Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great food, one of favorite places to eat in Pasadena. Natalie was great and very nice!