First time trying out Urban after being a long time Tender Greens fan. It's great!! I went with my classic Ahi tuna plate with mashed potatoes and the portions are actually huge. The tuna itself was meaty and I could taste the sear on it. Mash potatoes were soft with an herby gravy on the side. I'm a bit sad they didn't have any arugula on the menu but got the beet salad instead. I love beets and they had a solid soft chew to it. Stephanie was super fun at the counter. She helped tell me about the menu and now I wanna try out the other plates tooooo. I'll definitely be coming back. The vibes were so nice read more

Food was okay. Lady at the front desk, asked if I wanted a complimentary bread, so of course I was delighted. When the server arrived with our order, he had no idea about the bread. So I asked if there were bread that i can have to dip in our olive oil that I had prepared, he says would two be okay? Again.. the answer is yes. He returns after 5 minutes and asked if I still wanted the bread. I said NO this is embarassing, thank you. On top of all this. They got one of the burger order wrong. When the cashier was approached her answer was, no this is what you ordered. No apologizes, just took the plate and walked away. Very odd feeling. Do better, you're in Santa Row. Yeah so prolly wont be back. read more

This was my first time at this particular urban plates at Santana Road. I've been to the one in Sunnyvale a handful of time. All I really wanted was hummingbird cake and some coffee but I knew I needed something more substantial for lunch. Lol so I got the Aji seared tuna and had it well done. I got a side of mushrooms and country potatoes. To my surprise the country Potatoes had blue as well as Yukon gold and regular potatoes in the mixture! Wow! I was very impressed!! The server was incredibly polite with us since my girlfriend and I were meeting up after not hanging out for two years and we couldn't figure out what we wanted! Once we got our food, everything tasted delicious and my girlfriends like their salad and sandwich sandwiches. The ambience was very open and friendly. Everything was clean and very well organized! I wouldn't mind coming back here again for lunch. I definitely loved the hummingbird cake as well as the giant slice they gave me!! Needless to say I ate the whole hummingbird cake and took my lunch to go. Lol. read more

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Had a grilled steak salad delivered for lunch. In the picture of the salad on the DoorDash menu, the steak looks nicely cooked medium rare. When I received my salad, most of the pieces were well-done with a few medium. It was disappointing. There is an option to select well-done when ordering, but I didn't select it. The salad itself was pretty unexciting, too, with just mixed greens and coconut roasted cashews. That was partly my fault because I had them hold the mango salsa and jicama. I added red onions and avocado from my own kitchen and that helped liven it up. I also discovered if I dipped the steak in the salad dressing it tasted better. The salad dressing was honey Dijon, but it tasted more like thousand island. That's okay, I like thousand island. The best part of the salad was the coconut roasted cashews. Wow, they were delicious. I don't think I'll order that again for delivery. If I have it again, it will be in person so I can send it back if the steak is well-done. DoorDash gave me a partial refund this time. read more

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The place is spacious with many tables. There are seating outside the restaurant as well. Came here for a late lunch with a friend. There was no line, however, the two workers at the front just ignored us while they were busy working behind the counter. We waited for about 10 mins before someone acknowledged us and asked if we were ready to order. Not good customer service to begin with. We ordered the Grilled Chicken plate (with chimichurrii sauce) and the Roasted Barramundi Seabass plate. The grilled chicken is moist and the chimichurri sauce is very good. For the harrisa lime cauliflower, it's a bit too salty and too much lime. The roasted brussel sprouts with balsamic glaze is pretty good. My friend said the roasted barramundi seabass is good but the rainbow carrots and golden beets side dish is greasy. It's pretty pricey for the portion size. For adding a side of protein to a salad (that doesn't come with any protein) such as grilled chicken, it's another $10 that is expensive. The price you pay is like eating at a full service restaurant. read more

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Very slow service to order, even when other people were not ahead of me and I visited in between peak lunch and dinner hours. That said, the kitchen was quick to bring our food out once we sat down. Menu had a great variety of items. Everything we ate tasted fresh and well seasoned. I would come back! read more

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The steaks are yummy but portions are small, don't forget to get chimichurri because it's adds a lot of flavors to the steaks. Healthy plates! read more

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Rating it for what it is. Great food that comes out fast. Burger and chimchurri steak was good, but what stood out to me was the sides. The carrots and sprouts tasted great, over cooked but perfectly seasoned. The olive oil used to sauteed the vegetables to accompany steak was a great dipping sauce for the bread they provided. For the cost and flavor ratio, it's priced accordingly, service was non existent because you order and pay before being seated. Also, the drinks were self serve. I really enjoyed their "rustic' approach. The interior was clean, self serve sauces and drinks....they have outdoor dining. So much potential to be a dine-in restaurant, but it seems like they are more focused with their mobile ordering such as grubhub, Uber eats etc... read more

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Came with friends on a Wednesday around 7:30pm and we were able to place our orders right away at the front. Urban Plates is located in Santana Row among many other food spots, and parking was easy to find in one of the nearby garages. Despite how lively Santana Row usually is, Urban Plates felt quiet and chill as soon as we walked in. The space was clean, spacious, and warmly lit, which made it a comfortable place to dine. The menu offers a wide variety of options, including soups and salads, American-style plates and bowls, and sandwiches. There's also a cute display of desserts at the front. I ordered: the Grilled Grass-Fed Steak Sandwich: steak was cooked nicely, well-seasoned, and served with perfectly toasted bread and chips on the side. Nothing fancy, but clean, good, and simple. Overall, Urban Plates is a solid spot for a relaxed, no-frills meal at Santana Row. read more

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Tried Urban Plates take-out when planning a movie night, glad to find a new solid option! * Location: Indoor & outdoor seating, order at cashier firsr or place your mobile order. Restaurant is in Santana Row, pick parking garage of your choice for easy access. * Online order was easy, pick-up was super fast & efficient. Food was packaged very practically (ex: fries in a sealed box to keep them crispy). We tried the tomato soup, portobello mushroom sandwich, & chicken tenders. All fresh-tasting (nothing too heavy or greasy), good flavors, & solid meals without tasting like fast food. Looking forward to trying more dishes next time! read more

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The seabass and tuna are so good here, don't skip it if you love seafood! I come here all the time for lunch and it's honestly the best deal on the row! read more

Even worse experience this Tuesday. The fish and mushrooms were so salty and inedible. I'll cancel the membership next chance I get. Hope they do better with consistency read more

Came to pick up our pre-ordered Turkey Family Meal yesterday. We got it once the year before from a different location and liked it a lot. While I enjoyed cooking for my family last Thanksgiving, I missed how much more relaxed it was when someone else did the cooking and I could spend more time with my family doing other things. We had ordered Thanksgiving meals from a number of other places over the years, but they would all require re-heating. It's a no-brainer to order from Urban Plates again this year as their meal was hot and ready to eat and it would be just for 3 adults. Price of the family meal had only increased slightly compared to 2 years ago (about $118 after surcharge and tax). I placed a separate order for two slices of pie to be picked up at the same time, too. Street parking was easy a little before 6:30pm. There was no line for pickup and the food (one big bag for the family meal, and one small bag for the pie slices) were already on a table near the back inside the restaurant. The bags were clearly marked with my name. The food smelled really good in the car, and was still warm when we got home. The turkey breast was moist, the Brussel sprouts were really tasty, and not bitter at all. The mashed potato was not bad. The bread and the stuffing were a little brand, though. Adding gravy to them did help, fortunately. We had enough leftover for another person as the meal was supposed to serve 4. We warmed up the apple pie slice, and shared it with ice cream. A perfect sweet ending to our meal. We're too full to even try the pumpkin pie slice, and had to save it for another day. I would consider ordering a Thanksgiving meal from Urban Plates again for the convenience. read more

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8.75/10 I ordered the Moroccan Chicken Braise and the Grilled Grass-Fed Steak Sandwich, and overall it was a fresh, satisfying meal that felt both wholesome and flavorful. Starting with the Moroccan Chicken Braise, it was a pleasant surprise and something different from my usual order. The chicken was tender, juicy, and packed with warm Moroccan spices that gave the dish depth and character. I'm typically not a fan of squash, but this completely changed my mind. It was cooked perfectly, soft and absorbed all the savory flavors beautifully. The only downside for me was the yellow basmati rice. I didn't love the flavor or texture; it felt slightly underwhelming compared to the boldness of the rest of the dish. Now for the highlight: the Grilled Grass-Fed Steak Sandwich. Absolutely amazing and a must-order. The steak was cooked to perfection, tender with a great sear and full of rich flavor. The rustic bread choice was spot on: sturdy enough to hold everything together while still soft inside. The real standout was the chimichurri aioli. It was my first time trying it, and it did not disappoint, creamy, herby, and slightly tangy, it tied the entire sandwich together perfectly. On the side, we ordered the Harissa Lime Cauliflower, which unfortunately wasn't my favorite. The lime was a bit overpowering and took away from the balance of the dish. However, the Roasted Mushrooms with Garlic Parmesan Butter were phenomenal. Deep umami flavor, rich without being heavy, and an excellent pairing with the steak sandwich. Definitely recommend ordering those together. The ambiance was nice, clean, and gave off modern hipster vibes, relaxed but trendy. Service was fast and efficient. read more

Urban Plates - Moroccan Chicken Braise and Grilled Grass Fed Steak Sandwich - Salad Near Me - San Jose, California

This updated review is for the service and not the food. I placed a mobile order for pickup that said my order would be ready at 4:22pm. I came a bit early just to wait and there were already a couple people that were waiting for their orders. We all stood around and there only seemed to be 1 person manning the register to take orders and apparently bag to go orders as well. There just seemed to be a lot of dysfunction of not knowing what to do. There were times where they would check on orders but then leave the register empty so customers coming in just stood there until they came back. I got a text that my order was getting bagged but it just never came out and no one was there to check. Everyone was just in the back bagging up orders and seemed like patrons dining in were a bit ignored as well as I saw multiple people have to go back and ask for their food or other items. I finally got my order along with about 4/5 other people at the same time not knowing when they actually placed their order. This was about 4:50 before I got my food. My feedback is to have a better system for this as I had my wife and child waiting and this isn't what I would expect from an online ordering system with an ETA on when to get my food. read more

Service:3/5 Food: great! We loved the build your own plate option. Chimichurri steak didn't not have a great chimi flavor. Pita chips with the hummus was a good balance. Cesar salad with added chicken was a nice touch, bread was okay read more

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We decided to check out this place after hearing about it online, and we were pleasantly surprised! We came on a Monday for early dinner and there was no wait. They are located in Santana Row near Maggiano's and Palmetto. They have a wide variety of menu options, but we got the braised beef and mushrooms and the chimichurri grilled steak. Service is quick and friendly, shoutout to Serena C. for helping us out with the menu! After we placed our order in the front, the food came out quickly after. Both entrees were easily 5/5, and the sides are equally as good. Highly recommend getting their mashed potatoes and their garlic parmesan mushrooms! Definitely check it out if you're in the Santana Row area. read more

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After eating here several more times, I have to say that summer items are good, like the steak plates and some salads, whilst others are so so, like the french fries and turkey sandwich. But it's quick and convenient and decently priced. I enjoy the outdoor seating here at the Santana Row site. read more

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This place is known for their healthy options. I went with the chimmuchuri grilled steak and you get to pick two sides. I picked broccoli and ceasar salad. It's order at the counter, get a number and then they bring it to your table. It was 22.95 for my plate. It was a small portion of steak but perfectly cooked and the chimmuchuri sauce was amazing. It was already sliced for you for easy eating. The side of broccoli and salad were huge, and it came with rustic bread too. I was so hungry I ate the whole thing (haha) but it was soooo delicious! read more

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I just got this for dinner via delivery from foodie earth which is the best food delivery service in the Bay. I ordered a cheeseburger with fries and brussel sprouts. I was shocked how good the Brussel sprouts and fries were!!! The fries were fresh cut cooked to perfection with Parmesan and truffle. They came with a delish dipping sauce. The cheeseburger was okay, the bun was not fresh which made it not as good, but I would still try it again another time to see if that is fixed. It has low calories like 530 and pretty filling! Overall, this was such a good good meal, would definitely order this exact meal again!! Also love how they have good soda!! Got a diet soda as well and it was so good! read more

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I'm so glad I stopped by here for lunch. It was my first time eating here. I was immediately greeted when I walked through the door. The gentleman behind the counter kindly welcomed me and explained how the ordering works. I decided on the seared wild ahi tuna. It came with my choice of two sides. I chose the hummus and pita chips and a side salad. I also ordered an iced tea. I was given a number to place at my table so that they can deliver my food to me. I chose a comfy booth inside. They do have outdoor seating, but the sun was hitting that area pretty hard, so I chose to sit inside. They have an area for self serve drinks and silverware. I filled up my iced tea and got my utensils and waited for my food. My food came out fast. The young man who brought my food was very kind and attentive. He also got me a to go cup to fill up when I left, which I thought was so nice. They have the best customer service. My food was excellent. The seared ahi was fresh and was delicious especially with the ponzu sauce. The hummus was perfect and the pita chips were still warm from the oven. My salad was also very good with a lovely vinaigrette on the side. I really love that they have so many protein options. There is something for everyone here. I will definitely be back to try other menu items. read more

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Love the food here! Place has not been opened that long. Dropped by for a meal. Ordered a chicken plate. They offer two sides with your plate. A lot of options! A lot of the ingredients are organic. Really nice service from these people! They were able to accommodate my Togo order nicely Great vibes here and a lot of indoor seating. Organic ingredients. Good quality food. read more

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I stopped by for lunch with friends and it was a great place for a catch up! I ordered the grilled salmon with rice and broccoli and it was delicious! You can place your order in the front or use the QR code Inside is cozy and warm, first come first serve seating. Shout out to Sergio, Valeria and Joseph for taking great care of us! Parking in the garage is across the street (first 2 hours are free) read more

Urban Plates is a solid spot if you're looking for something that feels a little upscale without the big price tag. You order at the counter, choose your protein, sauce and sides, pay, then grab a seat and they bring the food out to you. Super easy. I went with the grass-fed steak plate, which comes with two sides and a piece of bread. The steak was actually more tender than I expected, which was a nice surprise. The chimichurri sauce had good flavor but was a little on the oily side. The bread tasted a bit burnt--not terrible, just kind of took away from the rest of the plate. For sides, I got the Caesar salad and broccolini. Both were really good--the salad was fresh and the broccolini was cooked perfectly. I also like that they offer sauces like California Pepper Plant, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Nice little touches like that go a long way. The place has a clean, modern vibe and the food comes out pretty fast. Overall, it's a great go-to when you want something quick but still good quality. read more

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Casual spot for healthy food where you order first - reminds me of Tender Greens in Palo Alto but with a larger menu. Plenty of seating inside and they serve craft sodas. I got the chimichurri steak plate with balsamic glazed brussels and marble potatoes. The steak was cooked perfectly although the chimichurri could've been optional - it was very raw onion tasting. The Brussels were roasted great albeit on the more oily side but I love balsamic so the glaze really balanced it out. The marble potatoes were delicious with crispy skin and a consistent bite. As I basked in the sun at their limited outdoor seating (plenty of seats inside) I truly enjoyed my meal and would definitely come back. read more

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Urban Plates did not disappoint -- especially when you are on a diet! We ordered the surf & turf which consists of the grass-fed steak and garlic shrimp. We added the chimichurri sauce to the steak for an additional $1. For sides I got the house salad (least amount of calories at 110) and the quinoa. It also comes with a piece of bread and a lemon wedge for the shrimp which is nice. The flavors were on point for everything, and they all complemented each other! They have a variety of different sides to choose from, but I did notice that they didn't have any vegetable medley / seasonal vegetables combination. Not a huge problem though since there's many else. My only other nitpick would be the price, to which it amounted to $70+ including tip and tax which is a bit steep compared to say, Tender Greens. I'd still come back though! There were plenty of tables inside and condiments are up for grabs on the counter with the drinks. Utensils are up front at the counter. read more

Urban Plates - Surf & turf - Salad Near Me - San Jose, California

My wife and I wanted a snack and were in the area so we stopped in. Garlic Shrimp with Parmesan Butter Skewer: broiled sustainable shrimp with garlic parmesan butter (4/5). Moist, buttery, and full of flavor. These were delicious! Seafood Chowder (bowl): creamy seafood chowder with shrimp, sea bass, duroc pork bacon, potatoes, onions, celery, carrots, fresh herbs (3/5). Flavorful and tasty chowder but not as creamy as I was hoping for. Also, the shrimp were either diced up so fine, they were smaller than the vegetables. read more

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All you know I am picky in giving 5-Stars! This place deserves it! Menu selections are great. Here are some aides to try: Garlic Parmesan Mushrooms and Harrisa Lime Cauliflower. The service is outstanding. Did I mention the Garlic Parmesan Mushrooms! Urban Plates IF you open in NY, dont forget to clone Mark and Clay it will be a guaranteed success. read more

Ordered a large order for pick up on DoorDash. Everything came out just the way we ordered it. Fresh ingredients, loved my beet salad bowl! My daughter's salmon kids meal was on the very dry side, but everything else was great. Lemonade was super refreshing. When we came in to pick up our order the worker was super friendly and down to earth. Good quality ingredients read more

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We were looking for a place to grab a bite to eat at Santana Row. With the abundance of choices, we went to Urban Plates thanks to guidance from fellow Yelpers! The restaurant is just off Olin Ave, a few doors away from Maggiano's. It was a Saturday so parking was a tad busy but it didn't take long to find a spot. They have a pretty big menu so this is a good place for a group with varied palates. We chose to have the crispy chicken sandwich and the grass fed cheeseburger, both with fries. The food was great. Cooked properly and seasoned well. The fries were hot and crispy. The way it works is you order your food in front, grab a table number, and they bring it out to you. It wasn't too busy but I can see it getting crowded during a weekday lunch hour. There's also seating outside but it was a bit nippy that day. I'd come again to try more of their menu because there were definitely other things that sounded interesting. read more

Urban Plates - Crispy chicken sandwich with fries - Salad Near Me - San Jose, California

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Pretty pricy considering the protein portions are so small. I usually always bring home leftovers after a meal out but I ate the full salmon and was still hungry. The food is pretty tasty- I loved the options for the sides- but I just don't think it's worth it. read more

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Very happy with the delicious and healthy choices here. Excellent management who understands hospitality. Thank you to the friendly staff who make us feel welcome every time. Bravo Keep up the good work! read more

Great service and food! Especially Serena C Order: grilled steak with Brussels and quinoa read more

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Valeria was super sweet and patient with my order. Been here before and food is consistently good and quick.

Heard about this spot and wanted to come check it out. We were looking for a casual but quality food spot and this really hit the mark. When you walk in there is a menu with photos of the great dishes to your right. When you're ready, walk up to the counter to order. After you order, grab your number and find a spot to sit. We both ordered the chimichurri steak plate but my fiancé picked the mashed potatoes with brussel sprouts and I chose roasted potatoes with brussel sprouts. We decided to also get a side house salad and a beet salad. The food came out fresh and the perfect portion. The quality of the food is what really stood out. I have to admit I was a little nervous ordering steak at counter type restaurant but we couldn't have been happier. If you're looking for a great spot to eat with quality food, but not the usual fuss at a typical sit down restaurant, then I highly recommend this place. It's a great spot for both couples and families. Also the cost for the quality can't be beat. read more

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We got this catered as part of a union event. The bad: Under seasoned all meats including the steak, the chicken, and salmon Steak too tough and chewy. A little like jerky. Mustard sauce too strong The good: Steak cooked medium rare Juicy chicken breast and salmon Fantastic potatoes and brussel sprouts Overall, it's not worth $22 if this was a full plate, even if these are wild/grass fed/cage free. I would even be upset if it was served to me in a restaurant. But for an event, this gets 3 stars. read more

Urban Plates - Catered food - Salad Near Me - San Jose, California

3 tiny pieces of meat + 2 mushrooms in the braised beef bowl tha cost $13!!!!!!!!!!! Always a miss @ this location read more

Urban Plates - Meat was like pot roast quality bread was stale, and the brussels sprouts didn't have the right amount of balsamic vinegar - Salad Near Me - San Jose, California

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Was planning to try out Suspiro but didn't like reading all the meh reviews of the food so we decided to try Urban Plates. Good thing we did. The place is yum We had the ribs and chicken tenders. The mashed potatoes was tasty. Three ribs were perfectly seasoned and tender. The side dish Caesars salad was weird though. Was I supposed to eat itt by hand? Lol Anyway place was nice and clean. You just order up front and they bring the food to your table. read more

Urban Plates - Yum - Salad Near Me - San Jose, California

Urban Plates is a solid dining choice near Santana Row. There's a pay per hour parking garage across the street from the restaurant. The decor is really nice inside the restaurant, and there's outdoor seating out front. The blackened salmon was delicious along with the broccolini and roasted potatoes. The prices were reasonable and the flavors were on point. Would recommend & return to Urban Plates! read more

Urban Plates - Blackened Salmon, Broccolini, Herb Roasted Marble Potatoes! - Salad Near Me - San Jose, California

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Incredible experience and the food is amazing. Especially the steak and Mac and cheese.