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Urban Skillet

4.1 (78 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
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Brisket fries
Arshad H.

Urban Skillet is a popular HALAL burger spot, with a handful of locations across the U.S. This particular location has limited seating and is located across the street from Triangle Square. Southern BBQ Burger ($14.75) - This came with a brioche bun, double smashed patties, Swiss cheese, an onion, BBQ sauce, turkey bacon, lettuce, and urban sauce. It was 1/2 pound of meat, and all the beef here is grass fed! The burger was juicy, and so flavorful with the BBQ sauce. I wish the bacon was crispier and I prefer the taste of beef bacon compared to the turkey bacon used here. The brioche bun wasn't as soft as I had expected. Overall this is a GREAT tasting burger, it's so flavorful and juicy. The best part is that it's HALAL and grass fed. The only negative I have is that the burger is on the pricier side. They also offer other items here like fries, wings, hot dogs, shakes, and drinks.

Nikki Y.

Stopped by after a friend highly recommended it, saying it was the best burger ever, so we decided to try it together. All burgers come as doubles, and based on the photos come out quite large. I asked if it was possible to order a single patty & the cashier was able to accommodate my request. There is also a self service kiosk if you want to order that way. Fries are not included so be sure to add it separately. I opted for tater tots, but it had to be special ordered because the menu only listed specialty items. While waiting for the food, I noticed the cashier repeatedly applying her makeup & plucking her brows at the register. When the food was ready she brought it out to our table. Unfortunately it made me feel uncomfortable and disgusted, as personal grooming especially before handling food is highly inappropriate. The unprofessional and inappropriate behavior at the register overshadowed what could've been an enjoyable experience

Original Skillet Burger
Sarah B.

Was honestly amazing!! The meat tasted fresh, the sauce was so good and the bun was delicious! Crispy fries! The buffalo wings are the perfect balance, not too mild, not too spicy. Will definitely come back! Highly recommend. The place is small so perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. They have egg burgers too. Service was great

brisket melt sandwich, southern bbq burger, smac n cheese burger, truffle banger burger, z-dog, brisket quesadilla, oreo milkshake
Simrah A.

i've been here a few times, but their menu is so big so im glad i got to take more people along with this time to try more what we got: brisket melt sandwich southern bbq burger smac n cheese burger truffle banger burger z-dog brisket quesadilla oreo milkshake everything was truly so delicious and flavorful- you can't go wrong with any of those options genuinely the fan favorites were the southern bbq and the brisket melt, however, i still thought each and every item was sooo good the interior is aesthetic and has some seating, though it's not a super big space. there's some seating outside too.

Katy L.

Came here for lunch Saturday! It's very limited seating but there was seating outside as well. We ordered on an ipad by the entrance. I do wish someone greeted us when we came in though, because after ordering we were just waiting and it felt very impersonal. The food took about 25 minutes to come out. The burgers were good! Tasted fresh and the buns were super soft. The fries however were very very crispy. I want to say they must have double fried them. If you're into super super crispy fries, definitely order them. I wasn't the biggest fan of them. Also the truffle fries tasted a little too salty. Not my cup of tea, but cool trying the place out.

Drink selection
Tayla C.

Urban Skillet is a vibe. Small spot with nice decor and a great atmosphere. Garry at the register was super friendly, and Pastor, the cook in the back, was all smiles on the grill. You can tell everyone enjoys working together management is definitely doing a great job. I got the original burger and a drink and it was really good. Wish I had tried a side, but I'll definitely be back. Great energy, great service, and solid food.

Truffle burger and Brisket Fries.
Peter H.

My girlfriend and I had been wanting to go to an urban skillet for months, but the location near her was always closed. We finally got the opportunity when we were in Costa Mesa last night, and we split a truffle burger and brisket fries. The flavor for both was amazing. We found a new favorite burger spot that we will be visiting again. Additionally, the service in the store was both friendly and accommodating.

Brisket sandwich
Anne O.

Well the kids said 5 stars. I had the brisket sandwich. It was good but could have used some bbq sauce. My kids had burgers & I know will be begging to come back. Prices were decent & serving size good also.

Southern BBQ Burger
Kat L.

I don't even know where to start... Everything was AMAZING, from the smallest ingredients to the largest. First of all, the Urban Sauce is like everything in n out sauce wants to be and more. Everything was perfectly salted on the Urban Fries and the touch of the broken up beef patty is just . My husband hasn't stopped talking about the Southern BBQ Burger sine we ate here last night. My ONLY qualm is the seating. Don't expect to come here on a weekend and find a spot because we barely got seated after waiting a bit and it was only a Thursday afternoon. This is the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars. I don't think i'd like to bring a big group of friends here because we just wouldn't fit. Overall I hope this place does extremely well and gets enough money to move to a much larger building. Also.. a note on the whole "ipad checkout" controversy.. I'm not mad about it. These people are giving all their time to the food and it absolutely shows. I don't mind taking 30 seconds to push some buttons and know my order is perfectly sent out and with be fully focused on

Southern BBQ Burger
Archie S.

A great place for burgers, hot dogs and sandwiches. It literally says that outside this little shop and they might just be right about it. This is a tiny tiny little shop where you can get yourself a bite when you have your burger craving. There's maybe enough room for like 10-12 people to sit inside if you cram in and a few tables outside but I do like places like this beaches they usually do a great job. I got their Southern BBQ Burger and the loaded tots for my lunch and in simple words I enjoyed it. The burger was very nicely prepared, specially the bun had such a nice softness and aroma of the brioche, and the flavors of the burger all went great together. Also mind you these are smash burgers so they will usually be served closer to med well/well done. Everything here is Halal as well, including the bacon (for all the halal eaters). The Loaded Tots was good too, but this place is all about the burgers, sandwiches and hot dogs. Definitely worth a try!

Southern BBQ Burger
Mone K.

Loved the burgers -- super good quality and not pricey at all. I'd totally go back. The spot's pretty small with limited seating, so not great for big groups. The burgers were super juicy, and the buns were soft and slightly sweet. Buffalo mac'n cheese Fries were really good too, but the mac 'n' cheese portion was kinda small. Might be better to just go with the buffalo chicken fries instead.

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Beach Hut Deli

Beach Hut Deli

4.3(343 reviews)
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We go to that shopping center for sushi and every time we go, I tell my boyfriend we need to visit…read moreand we finally did - so worth it! We went on a Sunday and ordered right away! We wanted to try a cold and hot sandwich for our first time. We ordered the surfin bird and the Malibu, along with a fountain drink and chips! They are pretty fast so we didn't wait long for our food. Both sandwiches- delicious! I loved both and would go back to get both again! The vibe is also very chill and it was a nice summer day so we sat outside! We are excited we found a new favorite sandwich spot!

Beach Hut Deli absolutely exceeded my expectations! This was my first visit, and from the moment I…read morewalked in, I was impressed by the welcoming atmosphere and laid-back beach vibe. I even happened to come during happy hour, which was a pleasant surprise! I ordered the Surfin' Bird with chips, and it was phenomenal. The sandwich was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly put together. The cashier (I wish I had caught her name!) was amazing, she took the time to recommend the best bread for my sandwich, and she absolutely nailed it. Her suggestions made an already great meal even better. To top it off, I tried a 50/50 mix of the Blackberry Lemonade Seltzer and Jamaica Cider, and wow... it was so refreshing and delicious! I also grabbed two warm chocolate chip cookies, which were the perfect sweet ending to the meal. Between the outstanding customer service, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and fun atmosphere, I can definitely see why this place has such a great reputation. I'll absolutely be back to work my way through more of the menu. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great sandwich spot with friendly staff and a relaxed beach vibe!

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Mendocino Farms

4.3(994 reviews)
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I usually come here post-workout and usually love doing the half sandwich and a small side and…read morethat's always so good. My usual order is the chicken pesto and the couscous as a side! But the heirloom BLT is here for the summer and it's my ABSOLUTE favorite sando they have! I wish it was all year round tbh. So good every time!

I love Mendocino Farms, but unfortunately, this location consistently serves much smaller salads…read morethan expected. I recently ordered the Seasonal GOAT with Pink Lady Apples Salad, and while the ingredients were fresh and the salad tasted good, the portion was incredibly disappointing. The website shows a beautiful, generously portioned salad overflowing with ingredients. What I actually received was noticeably smaller, with significantly less lettuce and toppings, and a lot of empty space in the bowl. It honestly looked more like a side salad than a full entrée. I understand that promotional photos are styled, but there should still be some consistency between what's advertised online, displayed in-store, and actually served to customers - especially given the price. I've had much better experiences with portion sizes at other Mendocino Farms locations, which makes the inconsistency here even more frustrating. I've attached side-by-side photos so others can see the difference. I really enjoy Mendocino Farms and hope this location can address the portion inconsistencies and bring its standards in line with the other locations!

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The Chicken Shop - IG: happyfoodieoc

The Chicken Shop

4.7(599 reviews)
1.2 mi
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The Chicken Shop is one of my favorite places to get wraps. The standout here is easily the OG…read moreWrap. It's always nicely toasted and has a good amount of chicken. I then douse it with the chili garlic sauce, which I think is a must have; however, there is still garlic inside the wrap, so you may smell like garlic for the rest of the day. If you are looking for a solid wrap that never disappoints, this place is a dependable option. The workers are also very nice and welcoming. Pro Tip: It gets busy during peak meal times, so order ahead online to skip the wait.

The Chicken Shop is a nice restaurant close to the Back Bay Loop, perfect after a run or an easy…read morehike. We came here on a Sunday at around 1PM, and it was not surprisingly crowded. There are plenty of seats outside with some shade, but only a handful of tables inside. It's in a plaza with various other shops, so parking is very accessible. Food didn't take too long, I think we got our food after 10 minutes or so of waiting. Honestly the presentation is solid. I got The Bowl Bowl, and my friends ordered the chicken wrap, Newport Bowl, and we shared Za'atar and sweet potato fries. The bowls came with a citrus sauce, but we had to order extra garlic and chili sauce on the side for the wrap and fries. The fries with sauce were honestly sooo good. The sweet potato fries had this amazing soft texture and it melted in your mouth, the sweetness paired nicely with the sharp garlic sauce. The Za'atar fries were well seasoned and had a nice crisp. They give you a good amount for the price! I personally enjoyed The Bowl Bowl, the quinoa mixed with fresh corn, big chunks of sweet potato (I think they would have been better cut smaller), avocado, their grilled chicken, and chips. I mixed it with the sauce and additional toum and thought it was a perfect post-workout bowl. Hefty, nutritious, and good for the cost ($15). I tried a bit of the Newport Bowl and it was basically a regular salad bowl, nothing special and in my opinion - not worth the price. You're better off trying a more varied bowl or wrap. The chicken wrap was fine, there were some pickled veggies that added a good crunch. The main reason why I'm hesitant to come here again (besides the fries) is that the chicken was quite dry in all of these dishes, and it didn't really have a prominent char or flavor/smell that would indicate it's been charcoal grilled. I do want to try this place again when it's not as busy, basically to see if the chicken quality holds up to other reviews.

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The Chicken Shop - OG Wrap: chicken, homemade pickles, fries, garlic toum wrapped & pressed in Za'atar oil w/side of chili garlic sauce | $14.95

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OG Wrap: chicken, homemade pickles, fries, garlic toum wrapped & pressed in Za'atar oil w/side of chili garlic sauce | $14.95

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Zay'z Artisanal Deli

4.7(91 reviews)
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Family-owned & operated
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Amazing sandwiches Owner is so nice, generous and help…read morefull. Ingredients are so fresh Just drove 4 hours round trip just to get one of his sandwiches You'll love it I promise.

My husband and I were out for a walk on Balboa Island and decided to grab a bite to eat. We…read morestumbled across Says Artisanal Deli and were pleasantly surprised. The sandwich selection offered a great variety of options and instantly reminded us of some of the delis we visited in Italy. The employee mentioned that fresh focaccia would be ready in about 10 minutes, which was a thoughtful heads-up and definitely worth the wait. I ordered the Carissimo, while my husband--who tends to prefer simpler flavors--went with the Not a Muffuletta without the olive salad. At first, the price for two sandwiches felt a little steep, but after taking a few bites, it felt justified. The focaccia was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with quality ingredients. If I had one small suggestion, it would be slightly thinner bread to let the fillings shine even more. That said, both sandwiches were delicious, satisfying, and surprisingly light while still filling. As with many spots on Balboa Island, seating is limited, so I'd recommend planning to take your food to go and enjoy it on the beach or at one of the nearby benches. Overall, though pricier for a sandwich, this is a wonderful addition to the island and a great spot for a summer lunch.

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