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    4.5 (2.3k reviews)
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    Strawberry Basil Lemonade and Dragon Fruit & Strawberry Replenisher
    Alexis T.

    Weekend lunch. Lots of parking. Lots of seating both indoor and outdoor, found a table easily. Really liked the overall atmosphere. Ordered at the kiosk and the food was served quite fast. Friendly and attentive staff. I really enjoyed the steak plate. Til next time!

    Denise H.

    So obsessed with their food and plate pass. Thank you for such quality and affordable food

    Beet and avocado with Tofu $18
    Will M.

    The good - Good quality ingredients (i.e. free range chicken, grass fed beef) Vegan options, colorful vegetables Usually fast service The bad - Portion size was small Dark industrial vibe My nephew who is a healthy vegan was in town and took me to lunch here. This is a good place for him and I since I eat anything good. He had the beet salad plus added some grilled tofu. He said it what he often gets when he is Urban Plates for the taste and it's fairly healthy. I had the cup of soup and half grilled chicken sandwich. Taste was good, and liked that it was free range chicken. That means the chickens can run around and pick at the bugs and worms when they are outside, reducing the unhealthy diet of grains with linoleic acid common in conventional chicken that increase inflammation and other issues. I also had the chowder which was served lukewarm, and i prefer it hot and the portion size of both soup and sandwich are less than in similar sandwich shops. Tase was good. This is located in a busy minim mall with the huge Curtis Matthes furniture store across the street and in the same building as drive through Starbucks. Traffic gets pretty crazy at times. We used the entryway self service kiosk which was fast, but when the machine asked for a ticket number, they didn't have any. I had to go track them down (ALL of them were at the front register). The place at 2:00 PM after the lunch rush on a Friday was still kind of crowded with all but one booth taken which we grabbed. Some of the tables weren't cleaned off. The cement floor and kind of dark interior with the high ceilings and vent pipes and sprinklers gave an industrial-ish vibe. It was a decent time and meal overall. I truly admire that they have some anti-fast food practices, like limiting the fried foods in oil and featuring healthier options, i.e. organic vegetables.

    Brandon T.

    WOW! My family and I eat out a lot (#foodielife), and all over Riverside, San Diego, LA, and Orange Counties... And my meal tonight at Urban Plates is easily one of the best two meals I've had out this year. AND it was completely affordable!!!! I would describe Urban Plates as HIGH END farm to table fresh real food at Chili's prices. Great service here - We ordered at the kiosk when you walked in and food was at our table within 10 minutes. Chill environment Where you can bring your family or you can come work on your laptop here with music at a decent Level that's not taking away from conversation at the table but adds to the Great ambiance. They were eight of us tonight and plenty of space everywhere. I had the steak and shrimp platter with the quinoa and the carrots and beets. I also got to try the beet and goat cheese salad when my wife was full, And of course my kids had to pay the dad tax with some french fries and a bite of their chicken tenders. Legit... ALL delish. 12/10 definitely recommend. Bring your family here and enjoy a great meal for a great price.

    Beet Salad W. No Goat Cheese yummm
    Lupita L.

    Food here is ALWAYS DELICIOUS!! Honestly why go anywhere else? Can't go wrong with organic & grassfed ! The only beef I have is @urbanplates can you please open a location in Glendora or San Dimas or very nearby ? Lol I can only go when here in Irvine or I have to drive yonder's to Pasadena... My favorite all time Moroccan chicken bowl !!! The chimichurri steak is good too The beet salad simple but yummy Today we had a strawberry dragonfruit refresher soooo refreshing yummmmm I need seconds lol Truly one of the best restaurants in SoCal ! But the San Gabriel Valley needs one STAT ! Service was super friendly and attentive from everyone we had contact with while we dined from cashier Jose to server who brought our food to those preparing food. They said thank you on our way out. Really appreciate them and their hard work. Carlos at the front counter was super helpful & patient as we ordered. He was very gracious & attentive. He deserves a raise ! Thank you Carlos ! You're the best ! Dining area was perfect not loud If you care about eating healthy food, this is the place! ENJOY ! SYOY & If you know other places as good as this please share Happy eating Dare2live

    Kids Sustainable Grilled Salmon Plate
    Rick S.

    Love the variety of healthy choices at Urban Plates. They're both delicious and filling. The staff were very nice and helpful as this was our first visit. The ambiance is inviting, airy and cozy with both indoor and outdoor seatings. They do charge a 3% COVID up charge. Highly recommended!

    Madeline S.

    I love Urban Plates because the majority of their ingredients are certified organic. I am always impressed by the portions and the price. Some may say it's expensive, but you're getting a large quantity of food and high level quality. I have been to other locations before, but this was my first time at Urban Plates at the Tustin Marketplace. There are so many food options in this shopping center, but we chose Urban Plates for their mouth watering options. I love the fact you can get a meal that is all sides - and they have meat, veggie or even vegan options. All of their food is so delicious. I personally love the Thai Salad. It's a huge portion (enough for 2 meals) and costs under $20. Plus, you can get a side of their rustic bread too. Also, they have a water station, friendly staff, and the most satisfying desserts. You can get cake, cookies, bars, etc. We splurged and tried all their cookies and the Cowgirl Cookie stole the show! The restaurant inside was huge and they even have a shaded outdoor patio. I highly recommend this location specifically!

    John K.

    1st and last time at this location. I usually go to the Brea, 2nd & PCH LBC, Woobbridge Irv., or Old Town Pas. locations, which are not as nice looking as this one. Clutter clean, but no one wipes down... lucky it is in a nicer area so it's not ghetto scuzzy. Runs out of water a lot, even when the managers are walking by overseeing. I had to tell a staff at the register, which she apologized and said she can't fill the water there. Forks and knives out only, while my meal needs a spoon. I asked the food runner and she said it's out for self service...uh, not next to the kiosk, the registers, or the outside patio, so I had to address the register staff again. I eat/drink out a lot, not even comparable to the average person. It's Friday night (11/07/2025) before 7pm and I've already been to 7 places and by the end of the night I'll add another 6-8 mor places (Coffee/Tea places, Bakeries, Restaurants, and Bars). Again normal for moi. Urban Plates food is a standard 5 level as sit down restaurants (hybrid ones included too) goes, but their front service here is lacking at best. Good luck. Completing this review next door at Starbucks waiting for my iced flavored tea to rehydrated. Oh, and my cup of water too.

    This broccoli and Herb Roasted Marble Potatoes were really disgusting this day
    David N.

    The last time we came here, the broccoli and herb roasted potatoes were disgusting. The broccoli was overcooked and like mush. The potatoes tasted off like a bit rotten. It's also worth noting that normally the herb roasted potatoes are whole small potatoes and these ones were larger and halved. Couldn't eat either and so ended up just eating the chicken and the bread. It also seems like even when you order all dark chicken, they will randomly throw in some dry white meat as a surprise lol. I like urban plates because it is a bit of a cleaner and fast meal when in a time crunch. But this last experience was very off putting.

    Sarah R.

    I am so glad to see so many people like this place because they are ethical and sustainable - but omg I thought the food was horrible. And I don't feel that way often. I got the tofu plate with brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes, and my gma got the steak with mac & cheese and brussels sprouts. The second she put the mac & cheese in her mouth she was practically gagging, and the brussels sprouts were so hard she couldn't chew them. Even I could barely chew them. My tofu was also like rubber, I had work so hard to cut it. And there was no flavor to anything. I added salt, pepper, and hot sauce and still so dull. The presentation also lacked. And to top it all off, everything was cold. The bill came to over $42 for the two plates, for what tasted like cafeteria food. They also do the 3% surcharge to all orders. The layout is also interesting. You go to one counter to order then your food is brought out but if you need anything you have to keep getting up and each counter has different things. So had to get up a lot. The staff were very very kind though. All love to them! I would probably never come here again - in my grandma's words: "That food tasted weird"

    Cage free chicken, beet salad and brussel sprouts
    Lisa C.

    Stopped in for lunch with my son and was impressed by the ingredient quality. We shared the seafood chowder, which was the favorite part of our meal. It was rich and flavorful.....we wanted seconds!! My grilled cage-free chicken was moist and paired perfectly with the fresh beet and goat cheese salad. My son's grass-fed steak was also cooked well and very tasty. The side dishes were a bit of a letdown. The Brussel sprouts were overcooked and bit mushy, and the quinoa was soggy. I don't recommend these side dishes. The caesar salad was crisp and fresh. Despite the issues with the side dish the service was quick and the proteins were excellent. I'll definitely be back for more chowder!

    Martina T.

    Paid for annual membership so got a discount. Asked for medium rare steak but it came out medium, overcooked and tough. Disappointed. The lemony corn was very salty and did not taste good. The Thai salad was excellent, love their dressing. Mac and cheese and bread are delicious. Self serve water dispenser in the back by the bathroom. Service is not that great except for one Asian guy who helped give me a bag to take my food to go, he was friendly. Lots of free parking.

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    Jessie U.

    I usually like coming to this restaurant, but today wasn't great. The cashier seemed unhappy and wasn't very helpful with suggestions. I ordered garlic shrimp, while my husband chose the beef plate. He was really hungry and enjoyed his dish. Unfortunately, my garlic shrimp arrived cold, though the roasted Brussels sprouts were tasty. I wanted to enjoy my meal, but I just couldn't. On a positive note, it was nice to sit outside by the fire pit with my red wine.

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    Tasty food, but salad came with cheese when requested no cheese and tortilla strips in salad were very stale.

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    Great food and service. I would definitely recommend! I had the wild ahi tuna and I would come back again, for sure.

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    I ordered the braise beef and fish. Haydee C helped us and she's really good. I have the plate pass too so I get a discount.

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    It's been a while since I've been but I was trying to order and the Ahi Tuna is not available as a plate anymore?

    It is available to order in house, but no longer online as it has been "removed" from the menu due to a recipe and preparation change, but you can still order when you come into the restaurant.

    Their gluten free bread is vegan?

    Unfortunately no. There is Egg whites in the recipe

    Do they have a corkage fee?thanks

    Yes, corkage fee is $10.

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    Pacific Catch

    4.4
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    Pacific Catch did not disappoint!…read more We landed one of the coveted outdoor dining tables for lunch, and the whole afternoon had the perfect Aloha Friday vibe. We started with a pitcher of Mai Tais, which were definitely a little boozy in the best way -- and somehow lasted the entire length of our casual two-hour lunch. Our server, Erin, was extraordinary. Friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience feel easy and relaxed. My table guest and I split everything, which was the perfect call. The guaca-poke was so yummy and a great start. Then we shared the two-taco platter with sea bass and steak, plus a side house salad. Full flavor, fresh, and the perfect size to split without feeling too heavy. And because we clearly make excellent lunch decisions, we finished with a one of a kind dulce leche spring roll . Worth it. Will I come back? Yup. Pacific Catch continues to be a solid go-to.

    Totally agree with Gene H's review on the recent menu changes. I am a regular here and called it my…read morehappy place, but the recent menu changes have me looking for another happy place. Like Gene, the serrano ahi poke bowl with wontons was the "go to" for every visit. Another fan favorite was the guac-poke with wontons. Well, wontons were removed from the menu altogether, and the serving size of the ahi is half of what it used to be. Not sure if this was a local decision or corporate decision, but it was a bad one! Second faux pas on the new menu is the removal of black beans with the taco plate. Now your options are fries or a salad. Who orders fries or salad with tacos? Black beans are so cheap. Even if you charge $1 for them, you're making money. Doesn't make sense to remove them. Oh, and the 3 taco plate is no longer an option. You can only get 2 tacos now. Third questionable decision ... eliminating the miso salad. The bartender told me that the house salad on the menu is the same as the miso salad. They mean the same thing. When the runner delivered what I thought was the miso salad, it looked different. So I asked her if this was the miso salad. She said no, that is no longer on the menu. So .... ya. Another big change for me was the removal of my favorite wine, the chenin blanc. The other whites are subpar IMO and not worth the drive over there ... especially with all these really poor menu changes. So now you know why I'm looking for a new happy place. If you know of any open air, fresh fish places, please DM me. Thanks! P.S. I went back and forth between giving 2 stars and 3 stars. The employees here are really exceptional. And I didn't think it was fair to give the whole restaurant 2 stars because their culinary executive is absolutely clueless.

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    Sourdough & Co

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    came here recently and wow... that sourdough is no joke…read more we ordered to-go and sam said the guy helping him (maybe the owner or manager?) was super friendly and genuinely delightful. that already made the experience feel good before we even took a bite. we tried the french dip and the garlic turkey pesto. let me just say -- the TEXTURE of the sourdough??? chef's kiss. crusty on the outside, perfectly chewy inside, exactly how good sourdough should be. it honestly makes other sourdough spots taste a little mediocre in comparison. the french dip was my favorite. the au jus wasn't overly salty (which I appreciate), and everything just felt balanced and well executed. sam loved the garlic turkey pesto -- the mustard threw us off at first, but the more we ate it, the more it all came together in a really nice way. only con is the price. it's definitely on the higher end for sandwiches, which is the main reason I wouldn't order it super regularly. that said, you can tell the bread is baked in-house and super fresh, so I can't be too mad about it. overall, really happy we tried this spot and would absolutely come back when we're craving legit sourdough.

    The bread was delicious, as we expected. The outside was crunchy and the inside was soft and yummy…read more We split an 8 inch caprese sandwich. $16.99 for an 8 inch sandwich is pretty steep. $14.99 for 6 inch sandwich. The sandwich was good but there was too many competing flavors. Pesto aioli and something else were heavily applied and took away from the sandwich. We'll be back but will order more carefully. The staff was terrific and the place sparkling clean.

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