Food was great. Just make sure you aren't seated at the table directly under an air vent. Other than that, drinks were above bar and our service was excellent. read more

Beautiful ambiance, but food is a hit or miss! We decided to celebrate Valentine's Day at Urbano Cafe, which has such a romantic, vibey ambiance! Perfectly dim and candle lit which really helped set the mood. We had the Arancini as an app, which was delicious! For my main, I ordered the Orecchiette, which was tasty, but the pasta was a bit undercooked. We ordered the Tiramisu for dessert, which was oddly crunchy? Definitely needed more time to sit and soak in the espresso. Would skip! read more

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Went on a double date to urbano cafe. Had a wonderful time. I loved the addition of the cocktail bar next door. Our table wasn't ready when we arrived but were able to grab a cocktail, I got the sage gimlet and it was perfectly balanced The ambiance is perfect for a date. Felt cozy and romantic, small bistro settings reminded me of LES restaurants in New York. Our waiter was great with recommendations. We started off with free toasted bread and butter which was delicious. the beef carpaccio was very good as well. The Caesar was standard. I was full by the time appetizers were over so shared the rigatoni with sausage that is brought from next-door at Jimmy's and it was very good. My friend got the risotto of the day and the steak was perfectly cooked, medium rare. Would definitely come again! read more

Urbano Cafe - Caesar salad - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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we went back for our second visit because my loved snapper. Not the case last night she said it was not good. Two of us got the rigatoni both were over cooked , some of the pasta was black. the tortellini was good. all the entrees were extremely small. the bruschetta was not good and arancini was under cooked. big dis apointment read more

I loved the swanky ambiance, and the rigatoni was very flavorful! Our server was also incredibly attentive. read more

Urbano Cafe - Baked mezzi rigatoni - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

What an amazing hidden gem! The food here was phenomenal. We also had oysters and the beef carpaccio with truffle. Everything was wonderfully flavored and fresh. Made with wholesome ingredients. & it's BYOB! This is one of those neighborhood spots where the locals know where to get great Italian. Add Urbano's to your next rotation, you will not regret it! The service was also amazing and everyone was so kind. You'll definitely feel like royalty. read more

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We recently dined at Urbano Cafe, which was once a favorite of ours but we haven't been in several years and it changed hands in early 2024. I'm pleased to report that it was better than I remembered. First, Urbano Cafe is one of the very few places in Dallas that allows you to bring wine. I had picked a fantastic super Tuscan and placed it in the fridge to chill it a bit and of course, I left it there... Not to worry as Urbano has a great list with minimal markup and the sommelier, Kevin helped us pick a nice 2022 Rosso de Montalcino from Valdacava. We started with a glass of sparkling rose while the red opened up. Our starter was a chopped salad in a very light Italian dressing, followed by cioppino with clams, mussels and shrimp in a wonderful tomato broth. These two dishes turned out to be our favorites. The pasta course was orecchiette primavera, which was a little heavy on the pesto but still quite nice. This was followed by the veal Marsala, which was very good and had a touch of sweetness. Service was attentive and they had renovated the decor, a great improvement from the prior (although I did love the Nola pics on the walls in the back room.) It was a lovely evening and we won't wait so long to revisit. Maybe next time I will remember to bring the wine! read more

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We had previously come to their bar, Sylvestro, and were so impressed that we wanted to come to Urbano. We were blown away by our experience here and plan on coming back. The ambiance is perfect for date night as it is nice, dark, and moody. The servers here/at Sylvestro have easily been some of the nicest ones in the DFW area. They are kind and extremely knowledgeable of the menu. I started off with the bergamot martini which was one of the more unique and tastier cocktails I have had in a while. We then started with delicious focaccia bread and a shrimp cocktail. Both were excellent with no cons or notes to improve. We then got the baked mezzi rigatoni which was excellent. Pasta was cooked well and I really enjoyed the sauce that was in it. We then finished with the redfish which also was great and came with a delicious puree base. I was so impressed by Urbano and we will certainly come back here. read more

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Always a classic. My favorite restaurant for celebration & special occasion. Service is fantastic, food is beyond top tier. U can see them make everything in front of u. The atmosphere is romantic and intimate. read more

We had a fantastic experience at Urbano for Valentine's Day. The food was great, and our server Johnny was amazing. Very affable and helpful. Here's what we got: App: - Cioppino: Fantastique! Entrees: - Lobster risotto: undeniable best lobster risotto I've had in my life! The risotto was cooked perfectly and paired exceptionally well with the lobster. There was even a citrusy taste to the meal that was simply *chef's kiss*. At the time of the review, this wasn't part of the regular menu. It was on the Valentine's Day menu. Hopefully this item makes it to their permanent menu as well! - DUCK & PEPPERS Agradolce: the duck was prepared well and actually tasted akin to a good piece of steak! Which was interesting because duck usually tastes closer to chicken Sides: - GNOCCHI ALLA "MAC & CHEESE": If you don't like really cheesy stuff, I wouldn't recommend. My wife enjoyed this and it was also highly recommended by our server - BROCCOLI RABE & GARLIC: meh. Would try something else. Dessert: - Tiramisu: Would not recommend. The risotto was the best I'd ever had, but this tiramisu definitely wasn't. The coffee flavor was far too potent. The restaurant was quaint and very much what you'd consider a hidden gem. The atmosphere, along with the risotto and our server made this a splendid experience. Had it not been for the sides and dessert, this place would undoubtedly received 5 stars. read more

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Urbano recently "updated" its menu, added full bar service and removed its long standing BYOB policy, all changes for the worse. The new owners should have left well enough alone. The bar policy features premium prices with miserly pours; not a healthy drink to say the least. Wines of course are way overpriced, one menu item the Linguine with clams was almost inedible due to the over peppering of the dish. Last if anything on the menu needed updating its the tired 4 item desert menu; tiramisu, mousse,creme brulee and something else forgetable. For so many years I loved what they did with sauce's, always something creative and differet. Now under new management its just nothing special in spite of the fine service led by manager Kevin. We will miss Urbano read more

This might be my new favorite restaurant in Dallas! The vibe inside is so cozy and intimate. The service was incredible! I went with 5 other people and every single one of us enjoyed what we ordered. The free focaccia was such a nice touch! We will absolutely be back and can't wait to try more of the dishes. The bar connected to it is also super vibey and cute. read more

Urbano Cafe - Chicken, shrimp scampi, carbonara - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Bread, food, cappuccino was a 10/10 highly recommend this restaurant for an immediate gathering read more

Urbano Cafe - The food here was absolutely wonderful. We ordered the red fish and the lemon pasta with rock shrimp. 10/10 recommend this intimate space. - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

The food was delicious & service was professional & attentive. It's a small restaurant & totally different, in a good way, from the big chains. read more

We have been visiting Urbano Cafe for years, but not on a regular basis. However, we returned about 4 months ago and the new menu has many additional items and the entire dining experience is improved. We have been going on a regular basis monthly and enjoy the food, service and staff. Jeff S. read more

My wife and I went back for Valentine's Day after not visiting for over a year because we thought the restaurant had closed. Once I learned the restaurant was still open but under new management, I called right away to make reservations. The food was good but not as good as it used to be under the old owners, the menu has changed and a lot of our favorites were gone, like the Steamed Mussels, which we considered the best we ever had. The prices have gone up as well, I think almost double what they used to be. The service was great as always. It's a shame, it was the only restaurant that we would repeatedly visit. Won't be going back. read more

Vibe was classy and service was incredible. We had the Lobster Ravioli and Bolognese. They were the best Italian dishes we have had since we visited Italy over a decade ago. Highly recommend. read more

Food was excellent. Highly recommend the beef carpaccio. Cody was an excellent waiter. Will be coming again

Perfect food, wonderful restaurant, incredible staff. Urbano is always a favorite, the linguini scampi is the best I've ever had.

I've been meaning to have dinner here and heard great things--it's all true! Wish I would have come sooner. Loved the intimate setting and the food was fresh and delicious! The BYOB/Wine really makes for a smooth experience. Highly recommended read more

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We don't dine out often as my wife is a chef and Texas' restrictive BYOB laws limit opportunities to bring any of our aged wines into restaurants. We first visited Urbano Cafe 6-7 years ago after moving here and hadn't returned as its quite a ride from our home but we'll definitely return in the coming months after last nights experience. Restaurant was rather quiet on this Sat following Thanksgiving. Our friendly server had apparently worked here for years and offered suggestions on the items we were considering. Appreciated the fried zuchini chips brought out as a shared amuse. We shared appetizers, kobe meatballs and a clams casino special. Both were solid, and the marinara / garlic bread that accompanied the meatballs were flavorful. We also enjoyed our mains, Seafood Pasta and Panko-Crusted Salmon. Kitchen even sent out a comp'd side as a thanks for driving the distance to check them out again. Service was attentive and was impressed to see Riedel wine glasses set on each table. Corkage was $20 for the bottle we brought, and the wines I recognized from their list were given a minimal markup. Won't wait so long for our next return visit. read more

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Urbano Café--what can I say? This place is the crème de la crème of cafés! I have a buddy who works there, one of my best friends named Johnny B. When you visit, make sure to tell him you read my review. Johnny is one of the kindest, most helpful, and honest people you could ever meet. He is very sincere, and if he makes a recommendation, you can believe it. That's one of the reasons I love this café. The other reason is the food--it's delicious! The ambiance is great, and it has a very local feel. When it comes to service, talk to Johnny B. He'll provide service with a smile and guide you through the menu, offering excellent recommendations based on your taste preferences. I definitely give Urbano Café five stars! My name is Rick Friday, and I approve this message. read more

Delicious food, kind (and hilarious) staff, and a vibe I have never felt and only seen in movies. If I were to step into an Italian restaurant in Italy, I would want nothing but an experience like this. No music, just a small room filled with conversations and glasses chiming. The kitchen was small and exposed, making an intimate connection with the chefs and our food. I would LOVE to come here again, check them out for a date night or a business meeting, one that requires no talking as you're forced to indulge in the spectacular food, of course. read more

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WE started out going to our favorite Italian food store and decide to walk down the sidewalk to Urbano's Cafe. Here we are on a Friday evening hoping to get a seat. To our surprise we did. We were greeted with great hospitality and seated within a couple of minutes. As we made our way to the table I could see the restaurant was busy and the food looked delicious. Ambiance was cozy and low lit as it should be to set the mood. Our service was on point and patient with our decisions and not feeling rushed at all. Now to the food OMG, Flavor bomb. Your staff and your food exceeded my expectations. Now I can bring others into the light and will return soon with reservations next time. Thank you for a wonderful evening. read more

Cute little hole in the wall place. Husband and I sat at the bar and the woman there with the glasses was very sweet and attentive! Loved that they offered BYOB! I ordered chicken pesto, it was delicious but I was surprised by the lack of chicken for a dish that's called the chicken pesto dinner for nineteen dollars lol would order again tho ! My husband got the crispy duck breast and to be honest i felt sorry for him for ordering that. 31 dollars for a under average duck breast and sad looking sides. I think it could have been better for the cost of that dish ‍ read more

Urbano Cafe - Crispy duck breast - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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This was such a cute Italian neighborhood spot. The inside is very cozy. We ordered the duck and a pasta dish both were great. The service was quick and friendly. read more

Date night fun After an amazing photography session our photographer Rush recommended Urbano Cafe for dinner. Rush was on point the scenery was walking into a warm grandma's dinner room, soft lighting with earth tone colors. The manager was friendly and advised us they preferred reservations but can fit us in now. They open at 5:00pm we got there 5:18pm. The food was amazing we highly recommend you make a reservation and get some Italian home cooking. FYI BYOB no worries Jimmys is next for they have an excellent wine selection. read more

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As a long time patron I love being here every week or two for the fresh tastes, super personalized Service; high IQ Wine offerings and cozy ambiance. I wish St Martins would refresh their tired approach towards what Urbano and Chef Oseas provide nightly. Try it, it is magical every time . read more

Wonderful dining experience at Urbano. Food was delicious and our server, Cody, was fantastic. We sat in their patio area and it was lovely.

Solid date night. Food was good but felt a bit pricey for what we got. I ordered the veal bolognese on server's recommendation--it was good, but nothing more than that. The panko crusted salmon was really good. The caprese s'mores were nice little bites (tomato jam is interesting) -- there are only four of them, so may need a second appetizer if your party is hungry. Service was cordial and helpful. read more

We came for the first time during Restaurant Week and were blown away at how good it was. For starters our group had the raviolis and the gazpacho, both of which were very good. The raviolis were sinfully tasty in a creamy mushroom sauce that was just outstanding. For our mains, each of us had something different: the pecan crusted redfish, the duck, the veal bolognese and the risotto. Each of us were amazed at how well the dishes were executed, perfectly seasoned, nice accompaniments and the portion sizes were great! Plenty to eat without being stuffed! The service here was outstanding. We interacted with several folks , from our server to food runners to the GM, all of which were at the top of their game. What we really appreciated about it (other than the amazing food) was how the service was so polished and professional but friendly, engaging, and not the least bit pretentious. We loved how the restaurant was small and casual with elevated food and service. The only request we would have is to have bread served with the meals to soak up all these amazing sauces that were with our dishes. We all were thrilled with Urbano Cafe and will definitely be back. Highly recommend! read more

Delicious food and incredibly wonderful staff and management! Kevyn, the manager, went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed our meal. Cozy vibes and perfect for a date night! read more

The service, the food, and the ambiance were excellent. The sesame bread was a huge surprise, and the Cesar salad my wife and I shared as an appetizer lived up to the hype. The Mezzi rigatoni was some of the best pasta I've ever eaten and the pistachio crusted red fish was awesome too. My favorite was the ending. The tiramisu was incredible. read more

Urbano was my favorite restaurant until I went tonight with their new menu. I was super disappointed several of my favorite dishes are no longer on the menu. What happened to the chicken pesto pasta and the risotto balls? The meatballs and the duck? The portions were much smaller and the prices were more expensive. We ordered 2 apps and 3 mains to share and we left still hungry. I'm not sure we will come back with the current menu. I'm so sad about the changes for a once fantastic restaurant. read more

I came in on a chilly pandemic evening and was immediately greeted and welcomed to sit wherever my heart pleased. We started our meal with some Shishito Peppers and Kobe Meatball. Both were amaaazzing. Very flavorful, very well executed. It's BYOB so of course we did. Definitely enhanced our night. Then I followed it with Tenderloin and my friend had the Grilled Duck Breast. I can't speak for my friend but she said she orders it every time and it's never a miss. I believe it. Everything so far has been a hit, as well as the tenderloin. Dimly lit. Patrons are using respectful restaurant talking volume. Socially dsitanced. Wine flowing. Witty bantering server. When he came back around to offer dessert, it was hard to say no, so we didn't. We got the tiramisu. While I like a tiny hint of rum flavor to it, it definitely still very delicious. Great ambiance, great food! read more

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A hidden Italian GEM of Dallas. Many have heard of the local Jimmy's Food Store, but haven't heard of this restaurant a few doors down. Urbano cafe is wonderful for a few reasons. 1) generous portions for the entrees 2) AMAZING pastas 3) friendly staff 4) it's BYOB ($6 corking fee) (this factor brings it to 5 stars from 4!!) Some of my favorites include the risotto balls, short rib app, and the rigatoni vodka with sausage from Jimmy's Food Store. There's parking out front. But also a lot in front. read more

Urbano Cafe - Rigatoni vodka - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

We loved our time at Urbano Cafe! Not only was the vibe and ambiance stellar, but the staff and food were phenomenal. My husband and I fell in love with their iced tea and the manager came over and gave us some loose leaves to go! That tipped the scales, but everything was great. My friend picked his plate and said it was the best chicken parm he's ever had (and he's in his late 60s and full Italian!). 100/10! read more

The kitchen staff always exceeds my expectations. Johnny & Kevin provide informed reviews of the menu items & daily specials and attentive service. Mitch has created a warm and intimate if kinky setting for both dining & socializing. One of our favs for decades. read more

Absolutely the best local fine dining experience! Great wine list and to die for food specials!

An East Dallas gem that offers delicious food at reasonable prices, without any pretense. I love the Parmesan chicken.