Daniel B at the register was so pleasant when taking our order. Restaurant was clean and atmosphere was chill. read more

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Garrett was very nice and did a good job taking our order at the counter. We got the Cowgirl Cookie and it is delish!! Food here is fresh and tasty. read more

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The service was excellent!! Above and beyond! Natalie was fantastic, energetic and welcoming. Will visit again 100%.

The food quality and service was awesome. Aaron and Uma were both friendly and made us feel welcome. The Oatmeal Raisin cookie was the best. 4/29/26. Lunch visit. read more

Great place, great food and great dessert Thank you for your service today!! Went Saturday night with our favorite girl Ashley read more

The staff was really friendly and patient with my group. I usually love Urban Plates, and I love their Chimichurri Grass Fed Steak. However, lately it has been hit or miss for me. The cook on the steak is rarer than what I would order, and the sides would be way too salty. I really like their sides for the most part. I absolutely adore the roasted brussels sprouts and their salads. The dressing on the salad is really tasty and fresh. The mashed potatoes is loaded with butter which makes it really tasty, but it is a bit sickening after a while. The ambiance is really nice though. I love how comfy the seatings are as well, and I could honestly spend hours here eating and talking with my friends. I think I just need to visit again and see if my experience changes. read more

Ordered the chopped turkey salad. Fresh and delightful salad. Service was good but the guy at the cashier wasn't so pleasant. read more

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On a Saturday 11am in Early May, my sister and I had lunch to try their special. We ordered at the cashier of chicken chimichurri with 2 sides -side salad Caesar and mash potatoes and gravy $10.95. There are plenty of tables to sit and it is self service of plates, water, utensils. The food came out fast. Everything was delicious and I got full. Nice ambiance inside. I forgot how good the food is and everything was freshly made. read more

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Ordered takeout and got the Chimichurri Steak Combo ($24.95) and it came with a choice of 2 sides. I chose a side of Seafood Chowder and Roasted Mushrooms with Garlic Parmesan Butter (+$1). The Chimichurri Steak was just ok. It came with 5 thick slices of steak. It was a bit dry but it was marinated well. The steak was a bit tough so it was quite hard to chew. The Chimichurri sauce was disappointing since it was mainly just oil and herbs so it tasted quite bland. The Seafood Chowder was ok and slightly too salty. There wasn't much seafood other than a few small pieces of fish and some veggies. The consistency was quite thick and didn't taste too delicious. The Roasted Mushrooms with Garlic Parmesan Butter was nothing special. I didn't taste the Parmesan butter at all and the mushrooms tasted pretty bland. Overall, I wasn't too impressed and felt like the meal was a bit pricey and underwhelming unfortunately. read more

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Brought a friend here since this has been one of my favorite Pasadena go-to's, and I'm happy to say it still holds up as a favorite :) I ordered the Seared Wild Ahi Tuna with Macaroni & Cheese and Steamed Asparagus as sides, along with the raspberry & ginger kombucha. I loved how soft and juicy the Seared Wild Ahi Tuna was. This is officially my new go-to The Macaroni & Cheese was also super soft and just the right amount of cheesy, so I'm glad I chose that as a side. And the Steamed Asparagus was seasoned really well, so I'd definitely get it again. The staff was really nice and helpful, and our food came out within minutes Plus, the inside of the restaurant is very pretty lol. read more

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Food is good here made fresh The service is pretty quick And the ambience is nice I recommend anyone coming here to try it out. I everything is made fresh you can hear the sizzling !! read more

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It's been forever since we've been here, was in the area and wanted a light lunch, this is perfect! Previously service was like a cafeteria (walk down counter and choose your meal and sides) now, you place your order at the counter and then food is delivered to your table. Customer service after placing order is just okay, no follow up if you need anything for your meal. Restaurant is located on Lake Boulevard in Pasadena, street parking is available but limited with payment required, free nearby parking lot available. read more

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Aaron was our crew member and he was very kind. The vibe of the restaurant is very chill, laidback and very casual!! It was great for a family dinner and the food is very tasty. My only comment would be the presentation of the food but it tasted amazing so it substituted it! Would recommend and come again read more

Located on Lake Ave in Pasadena, Urban Plates sits amongst other popular restaurants for lunch. There is street parking but its only for 1 hour. There's also parking in the lots on the opposite side of the street, but those also fill up quick. Urban plates offers up a variety of foods that trend mostly to the healthy side. The prices are a little higher end for lunch, but the quality makes up for it. I ordered the Moroccan chicken with rice and was pleasantly surprised by the flavor. It has a nice spice flavor to it, not to be confused with spicy. The sauce has a slight sweetness that pairs really well with the rice. The bread offers a great way to scoop up the last of the sauce and as a nice change in texture. The service was incredible and everyone was really friendly. They have patio seating and its not too loud even in the middle of the day. read more

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Natalie is awesome! We are plate pass members and this is our weekly family night dinner. Food is delicious and staff are friendly. I highly recommend it! read more

I was excited to try Urban Plates after looking at their menu and pictures. It's clearly super popular. When we arrived for lunch around 12:30 Wednesday there was a very long line that moved pretty slowly. Everything took a while to come out, but service was very nice and friendly. I got the chili glazed grilled tofu plate with sides of mushroom stuffing and beets & goat cheese. Everything looked good, so I was surprised how unremarkable it ended up tasting. Everything I got tasted fairly standard but somewhat plain. The tofu was kinda dry and the stuffing was on the mushy side. I also got a slice of mango tart. That was probably the most disappointing one for me. First, I was surprised how small the piece was (maybe 2.5" wide at the crust end) for $8.25. But worse, it tasted strangely sour and the mango was stringy. I don't know if it was an off day or what. But given the popularity and good reviews, I'm just really surprised overall by the food I received. I parked in the garage behind the restaurant. Validation was simple but it ended up costing $6 for a little over 2 hours. read more

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Great place with healthier meals and a big menu of options! Nice casual atmosphere. Giant chocolate chip cookie was one of the best cookies I've had in a long time! Shoutout to Natalie for great customer service. read more

This is the place to go to if you want a quick fresh meal. I had the ahi tuna salad and it was delicious. Service was pretty quick and very friendly. It's more of like chipotle style but they bring you the food. I would stop by here again. read more

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This place was just okay. Our first time here and unlikely to return. They have a counter where you order and they will bring the food out to you. I ordered the chimichurri steak with rice, mashed potatoes and harissa cauliflower. The rice never made it out, but the rest of the food was really just okay, no standouts. My husband's ahi tuna plate was rated a 6/10 by him. read more

First time visiting, delicious food, friendly service, big, clean & spacious with plenty of indoor & outdoor seating. There's lots of choices on the menu: Burgers, sandwiches, wraps, plates, bowls, soups, desserts, kids meals & lots of gluten free options. The food is healthy & affordable with cage free chicken, grass fed steak, sustainable seafood & refillable drinks. I enjoyed the sea bass with broccoli, mash potatoes with gravy & gluten free bread. Tip: You can get the Urban plate pass for $5/month & get 20% off your order every time. It pays for itself in one visit! read more

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This place has changed since the pandemic; instead of ordering at each station, you order at the register. I ordered the chicken tender plate and was pleasantly surprised by the amount of salad that came as one of my sides. The chocolate chip cookie was giant and delicious. The only downside was that we validated our parking at the scanner, but it didn't work... read more

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Jose Jose Jose! This place is always yummy. Fresh healthy delicious. My wife and I came here for a Friday lunch date and ordered the chimichurri grilled steak plate and ahi Tuna nicoise. Pretty solid Got a cookie as well :) Service, awesome. Food fantastic. Place, vibing. read more

I've been a loyal customer of Urban Plates since my time in San Diego nearly 10 years ago. My daughter and I visit the Pasadena location during the weekdays, and today I stopped by on my own over the weekend. The service has always been consistently great. Today, Daniel B helped me, and his friendly, attentive service is exactly what keeps us coming back. We truly love this place and will definitely continue returning again and again. read more

Since moving to Pasadena about 4 years ago, Urban Plates is our favorite and most ordered from restaurant. We have ordered holiday meals and everyday comfort food, all consistently delicious. Tonight we dined inside. At first glance it may appear to be a fast casual style eatery. However, the food tastes like you are dining out at a high end eatery. The food is always fresh. The menu is interesting and easy to find healthy, nutritious and tasty meals for vegetarians and carnivorous alike. I like the Veggie plate of sides, which I got tonight and my husband had the grass fed steak. Don't sleep on the desserts here!!! I highly recommend the hummingbird cake, and mango tarts, but they are all delicious. Portions are generous, pricing is reasonable, and staff is lovely. read more

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Got a free cookie! Thank you Aaron and staff!!!Best place for friends and kids to dine!

Food is always great, but Aaron & Javier's incredible hospitality keep me returning again & again

The blackened salmon was INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!!!!! I will be back again and again for it !!! And the flourless chocolate cake was superb !!!! Garrett and Javier were both amazing !!!! read more

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We've been to urban plates a few times and it always hits. Their menu is so detailed and makes it easy to eat well while still navigating allergies and dietary restrictions (which we have). The service was top-notch. We took a while to order, but Ashley was very patient and even offered some good suggestions that we went with. Great experience! read more

Great food,Great service ,great ambiance!! Thanks Daniel Dinner with the family done read more

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Healthy-ish, tasty, and conveniently makes you feel like you made a responsible life choice. Portions could be a bit more generous, but hey--maybe that's the point. Parking? Bring patience. It's definitely "I want to eat clean but still enjoy life" spot. Fresh & flavorful food. Spacious & clean :) Friendly staff is absolutely a plus :) read more

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Came in late on a Friday night for a quick and casual meal post-workout. They have a great variety of health-conscious meals with a range of proteins. I opted for the grilled chicken Cobb salad. The cashier kindly offered dressing on the side and the bowl came with a slice of grilled bread. Portion size was fair for a decent price. My boyfriend got the steak chimichurri plate, which came with a helping of mashed potatoes (gravy optional) and broccoli - a very well-rounded meal! read more

I noticed they charge a surcharge now of 3% and then add sales tax, so now my total taxes on the bill is 13% sales tax. Funny how I have to pay their health care, so who pays for my healthcare. read more

Daniel was very nice and welcoming. The food here is always great. I brought my mom for her first time and she enjoyed her Strawberry Basil Lemonade and loved her avocado cheeseburger and fries. Will always come back to this location. read more

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Been to restaurant before. Excellent food and service for the price. Having the seared tuna with mac cheese and beet salad. Special drinks are refillable and very refreshing. Setting is clean nicely appointed. Server, Daniel, is very knowledgeable and accommodating. Food comes out relatively fast but the temperature is just right. You can't go wrong with this place. read more

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First time trying this spot yesterday. Thursday at noon, April 23, 2026. I ordered a cheeseburger and fries, $14. The burger patty was small and dry, but all I could taste was the bitterness of the burnt bun. The fries were cold but seasoned well. And my friend found a hair in his beef-and-mushroom stew. Should've seen the red flags. 1. The large picture menu out front screams desperation. 2. The place was pretty empty for a Thursday at noon. 3. For a "healthy" spot, every single staff member was overweight and out of shape. Lesson learned. read more

The food is good, the service is friendly. We are regulars here now. It's a pleasant environment! read more

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The food was amazing and the service was welcoming. Ashley helped us a lot and was great!

I got the chicken with chimmichuri mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts. There was a bread that came with it. It was good the chicken was braised well as it was tender and soft and flavorful. I got the dragon fruit drink and it was so refreshing. They were slow to bring our food. Inside was a casual lunch vibe. read more

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After so many years walking by Urban Plates, I finally walked in. This is one of those fast casual restaurants where you order at the counter, are given a number and they bring the food to your table. During lunch, the line can get long, but it moves fast as long as the people already know what they want. I was not one of those, so I kept waving people to go ahead of me. Once seated, the food surprisingly came out rather quickly. We ordered about 6 plates, but I only tried a few. Unfortunately, when we were ordering, we felt the pressure of people lined up behind us, so really didn't read the menu carefully. The grass fed steak is decent. Nice flavor, cooked slightly over medium and not tender, but not tough either. The brussel sprouts were drizzled w/ balsamic. I know this is a classic way to prepare it, but it covered up the taste of the sprouts. A side of Caesar's salad was piled onto a tiny plate, so with the smallest movement, things were falling everywhere. The tumeric rice that came as a side had no tumeric flavor, it was ok. The wild ahi Niçoise salad looked great, but the balsamic dressing really didn't pair well with the tuna. The chicken tenders were good, and the marble potatoes ... well, tasted like potatoes. The toasted rustic bread that came with each dish was great. Nice crisp edges with a chewy middle and a charred smoky taste. The service was very good. We constantly had people come by to check on us and clear our table. Even one of the chefs came out to greet the customers. The interior is charming in its own way, with greenery and wood accents to give it a very natural, earthy vibe. Though the dishes we ordered didn't impress us, I still might return, after I study the menu a bit more. read more

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Having lived in the area for a bit, Urban Plates is a spot I've often passed by though never tried. I know I had to stop by with a friend and check it out. She drew me to the grilled steak, which I had with their ginger rice and roasted marbled potatoes, and she had the Carribean Salad. Ordering was fairly straightforward, though it took a while even though there was no line at the time. After ordering, we got a number; utensils and water were self-serve. A staff member shortly brought us our food, and we enjoyed sitting facing traffic. (There's something about a nice breeze on a lukewarm summer night.) The first bite of grilled steak was perhaps the first disappointment, since I ordered it medium rare, and this steak was tough to chew. The rice was fairly tough, dry, and grainy, and the roasted potatoes were of a similar texture, dry and rough. (The purple was definitely a surprise though.) Her Caribbean salad? Amazing, though! It had a nice tangy dressing and was not overdressed. The medley of roasted cashews and greens also gave it a chew, and the fruits in contrast a juicy bite. Both entrees also came with buttered sourdough bread, and they were definitely on the charred side, grilled a tad beyond the sweet "just right" golden brown. All in all, I have mixed reviews. Their salads were delightful, but the steak and sides are a pass - at least for now. read more

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