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    Urban Plates

    4.4 (3.9k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:15 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups

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    Cilantro-lime ono, rosemary potatoes, mac n' cheese, and focacia - all for $10
    Mojo S.

    I thought I had I written a review about this place when I was coming regularly 8-10 years ago, but apparently I didn't. It's just weird because there was a time I was coming at least once a month despite living 30-40 miles from this location. Urban Plates has always been good at providing more upscale meals at a fair price and with a modicum of wait. It's almost cafeteria-style, with the food being prepared beforehand, except now they put together your tray and bring it to your table instead of scooping it out in front of you as work your way down the line like it used to be. The change didn't even make a difference. The barramundi was still excellent and of good size. That seafood chowder I wish was an option at every restaurant because I love chowders, stews, and chilis as sides as opposed to most places that only offer soup as an appetizer. And my mashed potatoes with gravy was great. The service was still good. I think the counter jockey had my order and total up in less than five seconds and I was fine paying in less than twenty. That's efficiency especially when you don't waste time trying to upsell the customer on every knick or knack on the menu. I appreciate that. The space and ambience is still great in there. I still like it feels like you can breathe for a second in there without fear of being kicked out in the name of turnover. In summary, this place still rocks and I should've reviewed it sooner to let folks know.

    Surf & Turf
    Jessica H.

    Friendly service. Wide variety and foods for every diet. I eat gluten free and got the surf and turf. The shrimp was just okay. The steak was pretty good. Brussels sprouts I wouldn't order again. Mashed potatoes with gravy were tasty. My kids both got chicken tenders plates- one of them is the kid size and you can see they're about the same size so just get all your kids kids meals. They both liked the chicken and fries and the Mac and cheese was good too. My mom got the barramundi sea bass and it was pretty good but the toast and asparagus were mediocre. She also got the hummingbird cake and found it to be too nutty.

    A nook at patio. Kept warmer due to the 2 heaters
    Rue K.

    I hosted a small gathering for alumni. On a Sunday afternoon, which is usually very slow There is a nook in the patio. Kept warmer due to the 2 heaters and half covered roof and windows. Love love this design compared to the other locations We asked the staff to turn down the music a bit because we can't hear our speakers and they did so thankful for that. Service was great. thank you to all the staff.

    Thanks Yelp 4 the dragonfruit! [yelp.com/events/irvine-urban-plates-celebrates-the-new-year-with-a-free-giveaway-for-wellness-wednesdays-2]
    Quinn N.

    Update Wed 1/28/2026: + Love the Surf & Turf entrée for the yummy, well-seasoned crunchy shrimp on a skewer and the flavorful steak cuts. + Urban Plates' meal options are packed with various healthy courses to keep the entire experience enriching and enjoyable. . Crowded yet ample parking and seating. - Still 3% surcharge. - Redeeming the restaurant's Wednesday offer for a free dragonfruit replensher today was awkward for some reason. The cashier didn't mention it, so I asked for it. She said, "I have to charge you." I said, "Oh, the replenisher." "You want a sample?" "Yes." She handed me a replenisher. I verified, "It's free, right?" Her "Yes" was barely audible. "Thank you," I walked away, confused why she was gonna charge me for the freebie. I enjoyed: $25.95 Surf & Turf w/ Beet salad (goat cheese) and Quinoa tomato & rustic bread + 3% surcharge + tax = $28.80 Wed Jan 14, 2026: + The salmon w/hollandaise meal was abso-tively scrumptious. - A surcharge of 3% - The cashier didn't know what the asterisks on the menu were and simply told me it meant nothing. After a lil more perusing I found the description in the menu's end corner: the universal statement about foodborne cross-contamination. "I'm not sure, I'll have to check" would've been a more suitable response than "It doesn't mean anything." + Yummy, healthy Wednesday dragonfruit wellness replenisher. Thanks Yelp for the tip! - The price was pretty extortionate for a meal that left me only half full. Within a couple hrs I was starving again! + Good clean restrooms. + Crowded yet ample parking. I had: $21.95 Salmon with broccoli + potatoes + tax = $24.36 Jun '24: I like the variety of American-style food here. I enjoyed one of their seafood meal plates that comes with a couple sides. Delicious and nutritious. I appreciate that they welcome the Japanese-American cultural MeetUp group here every Tuesday evening. Nice venue to meet new people, learn Japanese language and culture, and introduce Japanese natives to the English language and American culture. The staff are very nice and helpful. Even at closing time, they are patient with our gradual migration outdoors.

    Garlic Shrimp W. Parmesan Butter
    Nicki T.

    It was OK. Decent food. Fast service. Some unique drink like thr dragon fruit and strawberry drink. Food in be hit or miss. Bis portion, enough for a really full meal. I tried the garlic shrimp plate. This was great. But steak plate was dried and no flavor

    Andrew T.

    Always a great place to go for variety of healthy food choices. You get your choice of protein and sides and there are a lot of options! Even fried chicken/chicken tenders. Service is quick and prompt (you order at the register, they give you a number, and they bring it to your table). Food tastes fresh and well seasoned. They also have a condiment bar at the corner for ketchup, salt, pepper, and some hot sauces. A must try!

    4 sides combo
    Shaska L.

    The great thing about Urban Plates is that they offer veggies in a quick, no frills way. If you eat fast food, it can be a challenge to find vegetables that aren't fried in some way. Urban Plates quietly and efficiently fills that hole. This visit, I ended up getting tempted by the new mushroom offerings so I didn't get any broccolini or Brussels sprouts as I usually would but I always enjoy the beets salad every time. Great spot for meeting friends here for catching up as the staff are especially chill about customers hanging out and chatting. Very easy to get up and order more food if you decide you want another drink or dessert.

    Thai Chicken Noodle Salad
    Jessica L.

    Love urban plates for a lunch out with colleagues or friends if I'm feeling something on the healthy side. It's a more casual restaurant, service is good and found is brought out directly to you. I've gotten the chimichurri steak, Cobb salad and salmon here as well and the food always turns out great

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    Mariana D.

    Mi lugar favorito para un delisioso y saludable almuerzo en Irvine ,se nota que son alimentos frescos y de calidad y la atención maravillosa y con amor ! Gracias por hacerme sentir en casa. Mariana de Perú

    Grilled Portabello sandwhich
    Kate L.

    Urban Plates in Irvine really exceeded expectations. For being a chain, this location feels anything but cookie-cutter--super clean, thoughtfully designed, and just a great overall vibe. It's located in a plaza, so parking was easy. I went with the grilled portobello sandwich and added a little of their house hot sauce--game changer! It gave it just the right kick without overpowering the flavors. The sandwich was hearty, fresh, and full of texture. We also ordered the rib plate, which was generous and tender. Everything we tried felt well-balanced and fresh, and the menu leans healthy without being boring. There's a great variety of options here, especially if you're vegetarian or trying to eat cleaner. Whether you're in the mood for a protein-packed plate or something plant-based, you'll find something solid. The service was quick and efficient (we didn't wait long at all), and the ambiance was a nice surprise--both indoor and outdoor seating looked recently updated, with modern, stylish decor and a comfortable layout. Great for a casual lunch or a relaxed dinner. Highly recommend if you're in the area and want something satisfying, quick, and a little elevated from your standard fast-casual fare!

    Dagoberto P.

    Pros: I do like how you can order on your phone and they'll bring it out to your table with everything. I thought the convenience is a huge plus. Also, their menu is pretty large so it is suitable for multiple dietary restrictions. Cons: the flavors were just okay for the price. I believe my meal was over $20 and the Brussel sprouts were a miss for me. Overall, there were some great items like the friends and the burger, and it is a great place to catch up with friends, but it isn't a spot I'd regularly would go to/suggest. However, if my friends want to go, I wouldn't be opposed to trying again. The place can get pretty loud but dies down quickly. It seems that people just eat and leave, so not much socializing going on. Staff is very nice and amazing!

    Jumbo Chicken Tenders Kids Meal
    Chris M.

    Food tasted pretty good, service was fast, ambiance was nice. For the price the food was worth it. 5 stars Grass Fed Steak. Steak had nice seasonings, rice had good flavor, veggies nicely cooked. Surprised that it didn't need any seasonings. 5 stars Tzatziki Grilled Chicken. Chicken was flavorful, hummus was good. This was a pretty good plate. 3 stars Chicken Tender. The breading was a bit tough. Chicken without the breading tasted good.

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    Just picked up my fav Chicken Cobb salad!!! Manuel P. at the Torrance location was so friendly and professional . Thank you so much

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    Food was amazing, customer service on point, and ambiance is comfortable. Ana and Fatima were really helpful

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    Novik was great here. Above and beyond and really cool. We love the fresh, healthy food. Urban plates is solid. Great experience today.

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    Food was good and the service from Novik was great! Very friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great experience, would recommend to others

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    Carlos was the best customer service and so sweet helping me out. I was very indecisive and he was patient and kind. Thank you!!

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    Do you need a reservation for groups.?

    No, you order at the counter and pay, they give you a number. Seat yourself, then they bring your food to the table. More casual than anything.

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    Mendocino Farms

    Mendocino Farms

    4.3(91 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    We were meeting up impromptu with a friend for lunch on Monday and she suggested this newer…read morelocation which has dine in and the food is plated rather than packed in takeout boxes. My family and I ordered The Farmhouse Ranch Salad, Avocado & Quinoa Superfood Ensalada, and The Seasonal GOAT with Sweet Citrus. Salad portions were generous and ingredients were fresh. There was crunch to the Avocado & Quinoa Superfood Ensalada. The interior of the restaurant is clean and bright. We would return for another meal. The location is great and the service and food are excellent.

    I've always been a big fan of Mendocino Farms and have never had a bad experience--until today at…read morethe Tustin Marketplace location. I ordered the Peruvian steak sandwich to go, and unfortunately it was the messiest sandwich I've ever gotten from them. It was so overloaded with sauce that the bread became completely soggy, so nothing held together. Every bite had the filling falling out, making it really difficult (and frustrating) to eat. It honestly felt like it was put together in a rush without much care. Because of that, I didn't enjoy it the way I normally do, which was disappointing since I usually love this sandwich. I still like Mendocino Farms overall, but based on this experience, I'd suggest being cautious at this location--maybe ask for the sauce on the side if you're ordering to go. It might be better dining in, but this visit definitely didn't live up to the standard I'm used to.

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    Bright and cheerful inside!

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    Flower Child

    Flower Child

    4.3(737 reviews)
    4.3 mi
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    Healthy dining
    Gluten-free friendly

    THIS REVIEW IS "ONLY" FOR THE "LEMON OLIVE" CUPCAKE…read more.. Today is my birthday and my friend stopped by before work to bring me some goodies for my birthday. She knows I love sweets and do a lot of baking myself, however, I HAVE NEVER TASTED A CUPCAKE THIS DELICIOUS........EVER!! It's truly moist, "flakey" if you could call a cupcake flakey at all, has nooks and crannies as I broke it in half (thinking I'd only eat half and save half for later)... and honestly, lemon is NOT my favorite of anything if I had to pick. So for this baker saying this lemon olive cupcake is the VERY BEST cupcake OF ALL CUPCAKES that I've ever tasted, is saying A LOT. I'm totally a cake person, so the slight glaze on it is more than enough for me! She also bought me a carrot cake cupcake. It's good, but not above and beyond to make a name in this review. There are plenty of carrot cake recipes and this one is a 7 on a scale of 1-10, IMO. ... but the lemon rates 38 on a scale of 1-10. LOL

    This place is always packed with a long line for ordering. The food is organic, healthy, and…read moredelicious! I usually get whatever salad I'm in the mood for and then add the protein. Their sides are amazing, especially the vegan Mac and cheese and their quinoa with yogurt. This time I ordered the Brussels and Kale salad with Chicken. I am upset I forgot to ask for extra dressing because I'm a saucy girl. Their little dressing container is not enough for the large Togo bowl. Luckily the grapefruit and grapes added flavor to it.

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    Solstice

    Solstice

    4.4(818 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    Definitely in my top 3 brunch places in OC! This is a restaurant that changes their menu seasonally…read more- their food is DELICIOUS, EXCEPTIONAL, EXQUISITE, ALL THE THINGS. This is a place where you bond with complete strangers over the flavor. When I ate their Parker house rolls, I looked over at the table next to me as they waited to see my reaction - we looked at each other nearly teary eyed. Love the menu because in addition to the flavor, they have unique items you can't get anywhere else...our waitress is a sauce girly like me and gave us some baked potato aioli for our French fries....I MEAN?!? Enough said on the food... Bonuses are the location is lovely and service was great. Parking Advice and PSA: Enter the garage from Dupont - if you enter from Teller and don't have monthly access, you will suffer from backing out of the long entrance onto a busy 2-way street. Solstice....you guys are killing it! Wish you continued success. I will be back many many many times.

    Showed up at opening on Mothers Day and apparently if you don't have a reservation u can't be…read moreaccommodated. There were maybe 3 tables taken up and they said to my face they don't have a waitlist. Walk away, gave them a call and they said they have a waitlist... crazy work lying to my face. Pretty sure u can accommodate a small party that's literally right there when u have open seats and ur reservations aren't even showing up. Food has been great in the past but respectfully, front staff handled that poorly. Good riddance

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