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    Urbane Cafe

    4.5 (370 reviews)
    ModerateSandwiches, Salad, Soup
    Open 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Club sandwich
    Norma D.

    Grabbed a quick bite for lunch and stopped by here. I ordered the club sandwich with house salad. It was really good and very filling. Enjoyed a chocolate chip cookie for dessert. The manager was very helpful and polite. I was here on a Saturday afternoon and it wasn't busy. I'll be back.

    Kari R.

    I went here after shopping at the mall and wanted something close with vegetarian options. The service was fast and friendly, and the food came out quickly, although it was a little sloppy. I ordered the Bella Portobello sandwich and did not care for it or the bread, which should have been warmed or toasted. The salad was mediocre at best. My husband's soup was not hot, only barely warm, but he did enjoy his sandwich. The soup tasted good, just not at the right temperature. Overall, it was decent but nothing special. They need to tighten up those small details to create a more enjoyable experience.

    Salmon Bowl
    Heather D.

    We came here for a late lunch, looking for something light. I tried the salmon bowl which I loved! The bowl came with a quinoa mix, sweet potato, and edamame. The salmon was also a generous portion. I added some siracha to give it some spice, but I loved this dish and would order again! The cookies are also always so fresh, so don't forget to get one! The workers at this location I thought were very friendly and personable which made for a great experience.

    Eva G.

    It's been a while. I was in the area so I decided to get some food here. This place is still awesome!! Their salads and bowls are amazing and delicious!!!! Their prices are fair and the quality is superb!

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    Hector J.

    The food is incredible, only place I can find healthy meals! Highly recommend this place at El Cajon. The staff is always very friendly.

    Antioxidant Salad w/ Steak, Santa Maria BBQ Chicken Salad, BBQ Tri Tip Steak Sandwich
    Samantha W.

    Service was excellent. Super friendly. We ordered the antioxidant salad w/ steak, bbq chicken sandwich and the tri tip sandwich. The antioxidant salad was good. Ingredients were fresh. I liked the fennel and apple in it. The dried blueberries were good too. I like that the dressing comes on the side so you're able to control how much you add. Out of the 2 sandwiches - the tri tip sandwich was much yummier than the bbq chicken sandwich. I also thought it was nice that they include the total calories for each item.

    Chimichurri Steak
    Bob W.

    My son wanted to eat at a place next to Urbane but I didn't want that so I stopped in for dinner. Decided on the Chimichurri Steak Sandi and It came with a mixed green salad with a balsamic dressing. Both the sandwich and salad were fresh and tasty. The beef was a bit bland though but nothing a little salt couldn't fix. They weren't busy but still took 15 minutes to get my order which is why it's four stars instead of five. Very limited seating but they have some tables outside.

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    Gwyn C.

    After a fun early evening hosted by the city of El Cajon Police at the parkway plaza I was hungry! All that dancing to an 80s cover band had me working up an appetite! Mozied on over to UrbanCafe. Surprisingly it was empty at 8pm on a Tuesday. Staff was very friendly! Wanting to be healthy I ordered an ahi tuna salad to go and had a bag of honey Dijon potato chips - yep- they got me with an impulse buy! The chips were yummy but I was Dissappointed to see how expensive the small bag was at $2.99! The salsa was the perfect size. Not too much, not too little. I was even pleasantly surprised at the amount of ahi included. (I was concerned it wouldn't be enough!) The salad included avacado and a weird amount of it on the side. In all, I enjoyed the salad. Had the dressing on the side which worked well as I could also dip the bread in it. While I do think $18 for a salad and chips (no drink) iis expensive, I did enjoy the meal..

    Glazed Salmon Bowl
    terina c.

    This was me and my man's first time here and it was an AMAZING EXPERIENCE ! We got recommendations from Colton nice kid very helpful and friendly this guy deserves a raise ! The ambiance was clean and a homey kind of feel. The food was AMAZING I can't get over how bomb the sandwich was and I'm so happy my man loved the salmon bowl he's allergic to dairy so this is the perfect place for us. I really appreciate you guys having so many GREAT DRINKS TO CHOOSE FROM. They got me and my man with the Shirley timple and the cucumber chili limonade OMG ! Fire!! I don't ever want to eat subway EVER AGAIN ! lol

    Seared Ahi Tuna Bowl
    Julissa E.

    This is my first time coming here and I know.. a little before they close :,) but despite that they all greeted me and made me feel welcomed. Colton is a very nice gentleman who was patient with me when I was deciding on what to get. He had a great attitude and an adorable smile! I got the Seared Ahi Tuna Bowl! So damn good! The perfect amount and flavor 9/10 :)

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    2 months ago

    The service is great here! Philip and the team were warm and inviting and the food was incredible. I def recommend to anyone

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    2 months ago

    Great food and service! Employee (cant remember his name) went above and beyond! Clean environment! The tomato soup is delish!

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    3 months ago

    Great food. Love the salads. Services is great. Has inside and outside seating. Order often.

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    4 months ago

    Freshly made bread love it , fresh veggies served, i didn't had the experience to dine in but place was great and clean thank you

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    Thank you for being our guest Wynesha! We hope to see you again soon!

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    Delicious pastrami sandwich. The golden mustard was just spicy enough and the bread and butter pickles added a tasty crunch. Great job!

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    3 months ago

    Great food! I really enjoy their keto Cobb salad. If you place your order online, you're in and out.

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    I had the cilantro chicken salad. The salad was tasty the ingredients were very fresh. Definitely recommend this place.

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    5 months ago

    Muy rico el sandwich de pezcado la señorita de la caja muy amable y por ser mi promera ves me dieron una galleta lo recomiendo

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    Do you have delivery through grub hub or Uber eats? How much is delivery and what is the minimum?

    Hi Debi- We do use Grub Hub and Door Dash. The best way to find out that information is to log on to their app. It might differ depending on your location and how far the delivery is. Thank you!

    Do they have gluten free breads?

    Hi Sarah - Our bread is not gluten free but we can make our sandwiches gluten free by lettuce wrapping them. I have been on the Chef's case about a new recipe and I will remind him again. :)

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    Pepper Farm Deli

    Pepper Farm Deli

    4.7
    (728 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$
    Catering service
    Family-owned & operated

    Wow! Their menu instantly reminded me of Cheesecake Factory's menu...extensive. But honestly,…read morethat's not a bad thing because there are plenty of options. They have everything from hot sandwiches and cold sandwiches to salads, wraps, and even breakfast items. You can order at the counter or on the kiosk. I ordered on the kiosk. Simple and quick. I ordered the wild-caught salmon sandwich with salmon, arugula, and garlic aioli. The salmon was cooked perfectly. They were a little skimpy on the aioli, so the sandwich was kind of dry, but it was still good. I also got a side of fries, and those shoestring fries were nice and crispy. Prices are reasonable, and there's seating both inside and outside. Shout out to Crystal. I don't know if she's the manager, but she definitely cares about quality customer service. Someone ordered the Green Beret sandwich, and it was brought out on toasted bread when apparently it wasn't supposed to be. She immediately went to the counter and let the cooks know about it. She meant business, and I liked that.

    Food overpriced for what u get. Service - none…read moreAmbiance - loud and noisy If u prefer a quiet place to eat, dont come here. Better to get takeout and eat in your car. I ordered some soup and French Fries only because my companion likes their food. So, if u dont mind throwing $20 away to eat your food outside in uncomfortable chairs were the flies congregate, go ahead.

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    Crafted Greens

    Crafted Greens

    4.8
    (1.4k reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    Came into Crafted Greens for the first time and wasn't totally sure what to expect, but it ended up…read morebeing such a great experience. It's a walk-up, order and pay first kind of place, then you grab a seat, which was super easy and casual. The person taking my order was incredibly nice and patient while I figured everything out. Honestly, all the food I saw coming out looked amazing, which made it even harder to choose. They have plenty of seating both inside and outside, including a really nice covered patio, which I loved. The service really stood out to me. Even though you order up front, the servers were very attentive and came by multiple times to check on us and offer drink refills, which you don't always get in this type of setup. I ordered the steak plate with mushrooms and mashed potatoes, and everything was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. The mushrooms were especially good. The only small thing was I wish the food had been a little hotter when it came out, but the taste definitely made up for it. My only other note is I wish they had unflavored iced tea. All the options were flavored, and since I'm not a soda drinker, that would've been nice to have. Overall, such a great first visit. Great food, great service, and a really comfortable atmosphere. I'll definitely be back.

    Captain's Log, Stardate 21479…read more This past Thursday, I set my coordinates for Crafted Greens in El Cajon, marking my first voyage to this culinary outpost. From the moment I arrived, it was clear that this establishment is a beacon of quality where customers are treated like royalty--kings and queens among the stars. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Faris, an amazing man who takes tremendous pride in his craft, much like a captain leading his crew through the final frontier. His dedication to providing exceptional service elevated the entire experience, making our meal feel like a delightful exploration into flavor worthy of the finest missions in Starfleet. As my wife indulged in an extraordinary salad, I embarked on a journey with one of the best burgers I've encountered in my culinary travels--crafted from Wagyu beef. The flavor was nothing short of a cosmic explosion in my mouth, a continuous burst of taste that was akin to discovering new life and new civilizations. Ordinarily, I would enhance a burger with condiments, but this masterpiece was prepared so well, it left me thinking, "I'm a doctor, not a condiment technician!"--it was superb, worthy of the finest dining experiences in the galaxy. During our meal, the jolly owner Faris made his rounds, transporting himself to our table with a smile, sharing complimentary in-house made chips paired with his heavenly homemade hummus. Now, as a traveler who has sampled hummus across the cosmos, I must admit that I am not typically a fan; however, this unique creation captivated my taste buds and transformed my perspective. It was certainly not illogical to enjoy such a delightful surprise--if only Spock were here to analyze this! If you ever find yourself drifting through El Cajon with a hunger for healthy sustenance or simply wish to try something new, Crafted Greens is the place to be. This is a destination I foresee haunting for many moons to come--ready to boldly go where no flavor enthusiast has gone before! Live long and prosper. End log. Captain 619

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    Streets Pho & Grill

    Streets Pho & Grill

    4.8
    (206 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    I think they are better than Pho ca do. We'll we've gone twice now and get so wrapped up in eating…read morethat I forget to review lol. Pros: * Delicious pho; we like the rare steak * Great apps; the spring roll is fresh and the fried roll is crunchy * Friendly staff * Clean restaurant Cons: * N/A Extra: * Lots of parking * Single unisex bathroom

    We were in Santee running errands and visited Streets on a Saturday night. When we arrived it was…read morefairly busy, tables full, but no customers waiting yet. We were seated along the wall which had booth seating, which I prefer. For drinks I ordered a Thai tea no boba and the hubs a coke. We order the following items for dinner: Appetizers - - Crispy egg rolls - with pork (4 pieces) - served with veggies and fish sauce, these were tasty. - Salt pepper chicken wings - (8 pieces) they were a tad over fried but flavor was good. - Spring rolls - (2 pieces) with pork and shrimp, we ordered these Togo. Hubs enjoyed these for a late evening snack. Entrees - - Combination fried rice - chicken, shrimp and cha siu (Chinese bbq pork) I liked the flavoring of the fried rice - it was not bland, but I did mix in a tiny bit of hoisin sauce. - Pho rare steak - overloaded with green onions and cilantro. We always order pho but I really wasn't feeling it that evening, so it was all the hubs. If you love tons of green onions and cilantro, get it! The broth had a really strong flavoring of the cilantro. Overall dinner was fairly good. Seemed like there were regular customers that visited often. Staff were super nice and friendly. Parking lot was not packed at all. If in the area, I'd visit again. 2026: 7

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    Broth & Beyond

    Broth & Beyond

    3.8
    (81 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    This place is located in a small, unassuming strip mall of Mission Gorge boulevard in Santee. It's…read morenext to Okawa Steak & Sushi. We were craving pho soup and decided to check this place out. The menu is full of other entrees, and I recommend trying some of their other dishes as well. We ordered a pho short ribs, pho filet mignon, miso ramen and shoyu ramen. The ramen noodles were delicious and they had a firm texture and were able to maintain their shape without becoming too soggy. The ramen soup was refreshing and flavorful. I had the pho fillet mignon. The broth had a complex flavor profile of hearty, and savory with undertones of onions and garlic. Tammi was extremely friendly. She walked us through how she prepares the pho broth each day. I could tell she took great care and pride in her work. We also ordered the watermelon lemonade. The taste was refreshing and you can tell it was made from fresh watermelon. We also tried the mango pudding sago dessert. It was sweet and had jackfuit and coconut jelly. My kids love it. Overall, this place is a hidden gem. The atmosphere is a quaint quiet place to enjoy a nice meal with your family. I implore everybody to give this place a try. The prices are fair, the staff is kind and the food is delicious. Will come back to try their poke dishes when they are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

    Absolutely terrible service. From the moment I walked in, the staff member serving me barely…read moreacknowledged me. She didn't make eye contact, didn't greet me properly, and simply pointed toward a table and said, "Table 8, please." When ordering, she was cold and dismissive. I honestly thought I was interacting with a robot. I felt like I was being treated as an inconvenience rather than a customer. I didn't wait for food and just walked right out.

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