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    Urban Plates

    4.4 (877 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:15 pm

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    Roasted Barramundi Seabass with Rainbow Carrots & Golden Beets, Brussel Sprouts and Slice Grilled Rustic Bread
    Alvin M.

    Convenient location in the heart of Arden-Arcade in the Capital City! This is Urban Plates' 1st Sacramento region AND 20th location in the entire organic fast-casual restaurant chain, and has only been open the last 2 years or so - and has been a continuous hit for those wanting to casually dine-in in a vibrant dining room atmosphere specializing in unprocessed foods made from scratch AND at a fraction of a cost from sit-down restaurants! I'm a huge follower of their Bay Area locations - notably the ones in the Bay Area - with locations in Dublin, Pleasant Hill, San Jose, and Sunnyvale - and have been a fan of their Roasted Barramundi Seabass! That has always been my go-to entree, along with their many healthy sides that I choose to satisfy my cravings! Shoutouts to their Roasted Golden Beets and Carrots, and their Ginger-Turmeric Basmati Rice! And you can't go wrong finishing off with a sweet treat - as their dessert selection is plentiful with cookies, pies, and gluten-free options - in addition to my all-time favorite, their mango tart. It's out of this world goodness within an easy grasp from their glass case of goodies! Dining at an Urban Plates not only makes you feel good about what you eat, but its expansive selection of menu items that are made fresh in-house, from scratch, every single day using clean, organic-all-the-time ingredients - are the factors of what makes me and a whole lot of 'living a healthy lifestyle' individuals take a huge interest in always hittin' up this spot to get our grub on! This place is perfect for that post workout meal, since there are many nearby gyms around the Howe and Watt Avenue vicinities! You simply can't go wrong eating good food after a good workout! Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, or a straight-up carnivore, Urban Plates won't get you wrong AND you will love and feel good about eating. Their service is impeccable - as their associates, chefs, and hospitality/housekeeping crew are all smiles & gives you that positive vibe once you enter the establishment. They see to it that you're enjoying your meal, as well as being polite about asking if you need drink refills or if you want your dishes to be cleared & taken care of. They simply provide an ideal atmosphere for casual and relaxed dining with a comfortable vibe and friendly hospitality.

    Grilled Cage Free Chicken with mash potatoes & Beef & Mushroom Braise. Macaroni & Cheese w. garlic parm breadcrumbs.
    Esther Q.

    Jazmine was friendly upon arrival and patient while I ordered. She made sure to repeat my order and the service was exceptional! Love coming here & everyone is so friendly. The food is amazing! Although I do say, dinning in is wayyy better than take-out. 2 weeks ago I ordered take-out & some of my sauces I purchased for an extra fee were missing and so was my complimentary bread. Portions are smaller as well, but at that point I had to be at work so I didn't bother to go back to ask for them so I just let it slide. Today was great though and I always get amazing service when I dine-in, so I'll continue to do so!

    Seabass & Thai Chicken Noodle Salad
    Teyha G.

    Jasmine absolutely made the experience! From the moment I walked in, she was so welcoming, attentive, and genuinely excited to help me find something I'd enjoy. She even had me sample the strawberry basil lemonade because she knew it has a unique flavor and wanted to make sure I'd like it before ordering--and I'm so glad she did! Her personality is incredibly bubbly, warm, and engaging. Customer service like hers is rare, and it's the kind of experience that makes you want to come back. I'll definitely be returning, and honestly, if Jasmine is behind the counter, that's an added bonus. I'll absolutely be recommending this place to others!

    Grilled Grass Fed Steak with Beet Salad W. Goat Cheese and Macaroni & Cheese w. garlic parm breadcrumbs
    Anabel U.

    A good lunch or dinner option with a little bit of everything for everyone. I ordered the grilled steak salad, and my boyfriend ordered the plate of grilled steak and sides. The salad was great and the portion of steak was also good. We did expect a bigger serving of the steak for the plated option, especially for the price. On the menu online it looks to be more, but that of course is also what happens at most places. They have a self service ordering kiosk, or you can order at the counter. The restaurant is busy with lots of chatter and laughing, but not overly too loud to that you cant hear yourself think. They also have patio seating for the warmer months.

    Stubborn Soda
    Monisha M.

    We've been passing by Urban Plates for a while and finally decided to give it a try for lunch today. I'm so glad we did because everything was simply amazing! The restaurant is spacious, clean, and has a nice outdoor dining area that's dog-friendly, which is always a plus. I also liked that you can either order at the counter or use one of their self-order kiosks. After placing your order, you grab a table number, find a seat, and they bring your food and drinks right to your table. Our server was super friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. Now for the food! There are so many delicious options on the menu, and the prices are great for the portion sizes. The servings are just right--not too much and not too little. My husband ordered the chimichurri steak with mashed potatoes, and I got the chicken tenders with fries and mac and cheese. We both really enjoyed our meals. The only minor thing I wasn't a fan of was that the bread was soft. We personally prefer our bread toasted, but that's just our preference. Everything else was fantastic. Before leaving, we couldn't resist checking out the dessert case--it all looked so delicious! I ordered the chocolate vanilla lava cake, and my husband got the banana cream pie. Unfortunately, I didn't get a picture of the banana cream pie because he couldn't wait to dig in! Overall, we had a wonderful first experience at Urban Plates. We already know what we want to order on our next visit, and we can't wait to come back. Highly recommend giving this place a try!

    Chopped Caesar Salad
    Stephanie B.

    Stopped here for a quick lunch before going to the airport in Sacramento. I ordered the Ceasar salad with chicken and my husband got the southwest chicken salad. Both were nice portion sizes and fresh. Food came out fast. Dressing on the side was just a very small container, so I would rather have had it mixed in if I had known that. Ordering from the kiosk was nice to customize. They have a large indoor and outdoor seating area and plenty of parking.

    Nice wine selection
    Petra F.

    Urban Plates is in a great location and was the perfect spot for lunch with my son on a Saturday afternoon. We enjoyed sitting out on the patio and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The food was excellent, with a wide variety of selections to choose from. I really liked the modern setup--you can either order directly from the staff at the walk-up counter or use the electronic ordering kiosks, which makes the process quick and convenient. My son ordered the Surf & Turf, which was absolutely delicious, and I had an amazing Caesar salad with chicken that was fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. Located near Sacramento State with plenty of parking in a newer shopping center, it's an easy and convenient place to visit. Great food, friendly service, and a comfortable atmosphere. Highly recommend!

    As you can see, my ribs are drying overcooked
    Douglas S.

    I've come on multiple occasions and being extremely satisfied yet my experience tonight was far from favorable. It started off bad when the woman upfront taking the orders left me waiting instead of taking my order then when my food finally did arrive my dessert didn't come when I went to request my dessert I was put on hold once again by the woman taking orders as well as when I tried to get a refill on my drinks she stopped where she was doing to take the order of another customer. The food itself. My ribs were dry. My fiancé steak was very undercooked on the upside my stepson enjoyed his kids meal. I was never asked if my meal was good or checked on which really surprise me because on my previous occasions the servers were very attentive so I've come to realize come for morning and lunch but the evening staff suck.

    Menu is outside the door.
    Rose G.

    I'm usually here for lunch but I thought I would try dinner. I was greeted by Jasmine who was super helpful with the menu and my custom order. The food is great for lunch and the dinner is delicious too. Love this place

    Emmanuel A.

    UPDATE!!! UPDATE!!! UPDATE!!! Time to leave another review. Today the cashier that took my order was Jasmine. She did and amazing job. She greeted us as soon as we walked in. Ordered 4 different plates and 3 drinks. One of the drinks had dairy in it and didn't know that only after I received it. My son in law is allergic to dairy and Jasmine exchanged it with dragon fruit & strawberries at no extra charge. "Thanks" I have to admit im addicted to Urban Plates. I bought the yearly pass for 20% off per order definitely worth. Food is always great!!... The vibe & service is top notch. Pretty much tried all of their food so far and none disappointed so far.

    Cesar Salad Wrap
    Jae D.

    I absolutely love Urban Plates! Everytime I go, it is so quick and effective. Their menu has plenty of options to choose from. You don't even have to talk to anyone if you don't want to. I recently had their Caesar Salad rap and chicken tender plate. Both tasted amazing, were full of flavor and are well-balanced meals. The fact that you can choose which sides you want makes this place even more exciting. I appreciate a place that allows you to expand your palate if desired! The flavors and quality remind me of a good home cooked meal. Overall, it is such a chill spot to grab a quality, sustainable meal, that you know is going to come out fast and taste good.

    Chimichurri steak, steak plate, asparagus, Mac and cheese, roasted marble potatoes, carrots & golden beets, and garlic roast mushrooms.
    Connie L.

    Busy day today so we just ordered delivery from Urban Plates (via Door Dash). The foods were good, just on the cold side. It's okay because it's 57 degrees when the food arrived. The Chimichurri Grass Fed Steak Plate and Steak plate were very good. The meats were very tender, soft and airy. So easy to eat even for people without teeth!!! We have asparagus, Mac and cheese, herbs roasted marble/petite potatoes, rainbow carrots and golden beets, and garlic Parmesan roast mushrooms as our sides. The petite potatoes were the best, especially the purple potatoes. They were perfectly salted. But I didn't care for the Mac and cheese. It tasted weird. Overall, we enjoyed the dinners.

    Chimichurri chicken with Yellow Basmati Rice
    Alex S.

    We visited Urban Plates for the first time last week. We had dinner there with my mother-in-law. She was happy they had a half sandwich- half salad option because she does not eat as much these days. The food was fresh and had good flavor! They remind me of Jack's Urban Eats and not just because of the name, but in that they're both fast-casual and have a lot of options to appeal to everyone. It's a pretty open, comfortable space. Order at the counter or kiosk and they will bring your food out to you. Water and utensils are self served. Overall it was a good dining experience. I wasn't blown away by the food, but it was good a meal.

    Garlic Shrimp W. Parmesan Butter, Rainbow Carrots & Golden Beets

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    Urban Plates was really great and Jasmine, did a great job at helping us pick out the perfect meal. It was an overall great experience.

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    Joon was delightful. He was kind and made eye contact and the food is always amazing. Always a pleasure coming to Urban Plates Sacramento.

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    Cafe Bernardo At Pavilions

    Cafe Bernardo At Pavilions

    3.5
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    Love coming to this place. Great location, super clean, very prompt staff and lovely setting…read more I went and had the Bacon Avocado Omelette which came with sour dough bread with Jam (which was the best Jam I've ever had) and herbed potatoes. Hands down amazing to have fresh avocado and thick pancetta like bacon in the omelette. It was a perfect meal. I also got an Irish coffee which had the correct cream just like I get in Ireland!!

    I was really disappointed with the service at Cafe Bernardo at the Pavilion. Since my last visit,…read morethey've changed the ordering process and now everyone has to stand in line at the counter. It used to be possible to order through a QR code, which worked much better. Now with only two people taking orders and making drinks during the lunch rush, the line and wait times are much longer. We ordered pizza and fries and I could see them sitting by the kitchen for about 10 minutes before they were brought to us, so they arrived barely warm. I also ordered two sides of their house-made ranch (which cost extra) but only received one. When I asked a server about the second ranch I had already paid for, she brushed me off with attitude. I had to ask multiple times and wait another 10+ minutes just to get something we were already charged for. Overall the service felt disorganized and slow. Unfortunately I won't be returning to this location anytime soon.

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    Ettore's Bakery & Cafe

    Ettore's Bakery & Cafe

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    Best. Cakes. Ever. I normally do not like cake - I'm just not a cake person. But Ettore's cakes are…read moreto die for. So far, I've tried their Princess Torte and their Chocolate Decadence Cake (both multiple times). Unreal taste and perfect texture. Gorgeous presentation too. I haven't tried anything except their cakes, so I can't speak to anything else. But their cakes alone earn them more than 5 stars.

    Ummm... I have mixed feelings about this place…read more Let's start with the positives because there are plenty. The cakes, pastries, and beverages were absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. In fact, the cakes impressed me so much that I can honestly see myself ordering future birthday and celebration cakes from here. The ordering process was smooth, and the décor is gorgeous, making it a really inviting place to spend some time. I enjoyed the bakery so much that I came back a week later to try lunch. Unfortunately, that's where things took a turn. I ordered the burger, and someone in my party had the salmon burger. Both were incredibly bland. It honestly tasted like no salt or seasoning had been added at all. If you prefer very lightly seasoned food, this might be right up your alley, but it just wasn't for me. The iced tea also comes unsweetened, so keep that in mind if you're expecting sweet tea. One small thing that could also be improved is the ordering setup. There are separate lines for the bakery and the kitchen, but when it gets busy it can be a little confusing--especially since you order first and then find a seat. Overall, I'd absolutely return for the pastries, cakes, and drinks. The bakery side is outstanding. As for lunch, though, it left me wanting a lot more flavor.

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    California Fish Grill

    California Fish Grill

    4.0
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    I live about 10 minutes away from this place and had always been a little skeptical about trying…read moreit. After seeing a TikTok influencer recommend it and show what she ordered, it looked really good, so I finally decided to give it a shot. I had been craving something that was light, balanced, and packed with protein, and after reading the reviews, the All Everything Protein Bowl seemed like the perfect choice. I placed my order for pickup, and the first thing I noticed when I walked in was how clean the restaurant smelled. Surprisingly, there wasn't a strong seafood odor at all, which I actually appreciated. Service: picked up my food upon arrival and everything was ready. The All Everything Protein Bowl was fresh, light, and didn't have overpowering flavors. It came with chicken, fish, and shrimp, making it a well-balanced, protein-packed meal. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I ended up really enjoying it. The seafood tasted fresh and clean, and the ingredients worked well together without feeling too heavy. My only critique is that I wish it came with a little more sauce. Other than that, I had a great experience and will definitely be back to try some of their other menu items.

    Food: 3.8 Service: 2.5…read more 1st time coming here even though my wife has been coming here frequently with her girlfriends, so excited to give this establishment a try after working / doing demonstrations at the State Fair. There's plenty of parking and after walking in; I was disappointed since there was no one willing to take orders in person so we were forced to navigate their kiosk menu ordering system. Their system is fairly simple to use, plenty of pictures to show you what each item potentially looks like. But if you're not use to ordering from a kiosk then it can be frustrating. We finally got our order placed and sat until our food was ready (call by name). When our food was ready, everything was there except my salad (only thing they didn't have to cook, LOL). Food was prepared well and plated nicely. I was surprised that my wife ordered her fish fried and not grilled but the fish portion was huge, but she seemed very happy with her food & her sides: brussel sprout and sweet potato fries. My two fish tacos was pretty good the ends of each portion was mostly batter which gave you that crunch sound on the first bite but the tacos was missing something maybe some salsa/hot sauce or a crema. My side: street corn and Caesar salad. Their street corn was on point so I added it to my tacos which gave it more flavor. The salad was nice and refreshing. I did also order their clam chowder which was creamy but after several spoonfuls, the taste of butter was prominent; so I never finish the soup. BONUS: they serve Stubborn soda, so if you never had it then it's worth just stopping in for that alone! Overall, nice visit.

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