Urban Plates Menu – Carlsbad, CA

Type : New American restaurant

Location : Carlsbad, CA

Eat Well. No Compromises. Real food is born of goodness. It’s good to source fresh ingredients locally, sustainably, and ethically. It’s good to create chef-crafted meals that are as nutritious and delicious as they are wholesome. Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, or a straight-up carnivore, we have a plate that you’re going to feel good about eating. Oh yeah, it’s also going to be delicious. And it’s not going to break the bank. We’re about real food and nixing compromises you have to make to eat that way. If you’re into the power of real food and being good to the world that made it, then we’re a place you’re going to like. Welcome to our table.

Chef-driven restaurant serving scratch-made plates, salads, sandwiches & bowls, dine-in or to-go. Based on 859 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery

Urban Plates 92009

Address:
1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Phone: (760) 652-5678

Website:

Hours

Friday 11 AM–9:45 PM
Saturday 11 AM–9:45 PM
Sunday 11 AM–9:15 PM
Monday

(Labor Day)
11 AM–9:15 PM

Hours might differ
Tuesday 11 AM–9:15 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–9:15 PM
Thursday 11 AM–9:15 PM

Menu

Salads
Antioxidant Salad
lettuce blend, organic baby kale, cucumbers, celery, mint, pickled onions, raw walnuts, grapes, blue cheese, seasonal fruit, mint lemongrass vinaigrette ~~730 calories
$12.95
Local Mixed Beet
arugula, up lettuce blend, roasted tomatoes, organic carrot, jicama, raw walnuts, hemp seeds, goat cheese, preserved lemon vinaigrette ~~560 calories*
$12.95
Wild Ahi Nicoise
lettuce blend, grilled wild ahi, green beans, organic egg, organic tomatoes, potatoes, capers, marinated olives, mustard-champagne vinaigrette ~~650 calories*
$14.75
Asian Chicken
up lettuce blend, arugula, grilled cage free chicken, organic carrots, green onions, oranges, spicy roasted peanuts, crispy wontons, red bell peppers, cilantro, spicy peanut dressing ~~660 calories* ~~Vegetarian (omit chicken)
$14.75
Chicken Caesar
organic romaine, organic baby kale, grilled cage free chicken, organic tomatoes, garlic croutons, shaved asiago, caesar dressing ~~650 calories*
$14.75
Chicken Cobb
up lettuce blend, organic tomatoes, turkey bacon, avocado, organic egg, blue cheese, buttermilk dill dressing ~~690 calories*
$14.95
Grilled Steak
up lettuce blend, grilled grass fed steak, pineapple-mango salsa, jicama, mint, coconut roasted cashews, mild jalapeno-lime dressing ~~590 calories*
$16.50
Salmon Caesar
organic romaine, organic baby kale, grilled sustainable salmon, organic tomatoes, garlic croutons, shaved asiago, caesar dressing ~~880 calories*
$15.95
Crispy Chicken Tender Salad
two jumbo, hand tossed buttermilk-battered antibiotic & hormone free, never frozen chicken tenders, mixed greens, chopped organic egg, shredded cheddar cheese, roasted corn, poblano peppers, roasted tomatoes, croutons, cilantro, house-made honey mustard dressing
$13.95
Plates & Sides
Grilled Cage Free Chicken
Herb marinated ~~270 calories (protein only)*
$13.95
Wild Ahi Tuna
Grilled rare ~~130 calories (protein only)*
$14.50
4 Up
Any 4 of our hot or cold sides ~~200 – 1480 calories*
$12.75
Grilled Grass Fed Steak
Grilled medium-rare ~~260 calories (protein only)*
$16.75
Chimichurri Grass Fed Steak
Grilled medium-rare ~~350 calories (protein + sauce only)*
$17.75
Grilled Sustainable Salmon
honey dijon sauce~~330 calories (protein only)*
$16.95
Meatless Loaf Plate
plant-based loaf of garden veggies, black beans, and organic quinoa topped with our homemade tomato jam ~~490 calories (protein only)*
$12.75
Chicken 3 Tender Plate
Classic Crispy or Nashville Hot. Three jumbo hand-tossed buttermilk-battered, antibiotic & hormone-free, never frozen chicken tenders. choice of house-made dipping sauce, two seasonal sides and grilled artisan bread.
$12.95
6 Tender Feast
Classic Crispy or Nashville Hot. Six jumbo hand-tossed buttermilk-battered antibiotic & hormone-free, never frozen chicken tenders, choice of two house made-dipping sauces and grilled artisan bread (this item does not include two sides)
$19.95
Hot Sides
Roasted Old Bay Potatoes – 180 cal ~ Mashed Potatoes made w/ organic potatoes – 350 cal ~ Roasted Brussels Sprouts with turkey bacon – 180 cal ~ Macaroni & Cheese – 370 cal ~ Rainbow Carrots & Golden Beets – 170 cal ~ Brown Rice – 130 cal ~ White RIce – 150 cal ~ Kettle Brand Chips – 150 cal ~ Sesame Broccolini – 50 cal ~ Organic White & Red Quinoa w/ tomato pesto – 180 cal ~ Organic Black Beans El Rancho – 160 cal ~ Cauliflower & Vegetable Rice – 130 cal
Chilled Sides
Beet Salad with goat cheese – 130 cal ~ Fresh Sliced Fruit – 60 cal ~ Side House Salad – 110 cal ~ Side Caesar Salad – 170 cal
Sandwiches
Grilled Portobello Mushroom
marinated portobello mushroom, pesto goat cheese, zucchini, red bell peppers, red onion, arugula ~~720 calories*
$11.00
Grilled Cage Free Chicken
slow-roasted tomatoes & orange-basil aioli ~~690 calories*
$11.00
Grilled Grass Fed Steak
slow-roasted tomatoes & chimichurri aioli ~~760 calories*
$12.50
Cage Free Chicken Club
brown sugar chili duroc pork bacon, organic tomato, pickled onion, up lettuce mix, garlic aioli, white cheddar cheese ~~1220 calories*
$11.95
Classic Crispy Tender Sandwich
two jumbo, hand tossed buttermilk-battered antibiotic & hormone free, never frozen chicken tenders, lettuce, orange basil aioli, honey mustard sauce, pickled relish. served with chips
$11.00
Nashville Hot Tender Sandwich
two jumbo crispy, hand-tossed buttermilk-battered antibiotic & hormone-free, never frozen chicken tenders, tossed in Nashville hot sauce, lettuce, orange basil aioli, honey mustard sauce, pickled relish. served with chips
$11.00
Hot Sides
Roasted Old Bay Potatoes – 180 cal ~ Mashed Potatoes made w/ organic potatoes – 350 cal ~ Roasted Brussels Sprouts with turkey bacon – 180 cal ~ Macaroni & Cheese – 370 cal ~ Rainbow Carrots & Golden Beets – 170 cal ~ Brown Rice – 130 cal ~ White RIce – 150 cal ~ Kettle Brand Chips – 150 cal ~ Sesame Broccolini – 50 cal ~ Organic White & Red Quinoa w/ tomato pesto – 180 cal ~ Organic Black Beans El Rancho – 160 cal ~ Cauliflower & Vegetable Rice – 130 cal
Chilled Sides
Beet Salad with goat cheese – 130 cal ~ Fresh Sliced Fruit – 60 cal ~ Side House Salad – 110 cal ~ Side Caesar Salad – 170 cal
Bowls & Soup
Curry Tofu & Vegetable Braise
marinated organic tofu slow cooked with a green curry coconut sauce, organic carrots, daikon, zucchini, red bell peppers, organic apple, ginger, onion, garlic, lime ~~490-540 calories
$11.00
Braised Beef & Mushrooms
natural beef slow-cooked with red wine sauce, mushrooms, onions, organic carrots ~~ 510-560 calories
$12.00
Moroccan Chicken Braise
cage-free chicken slow cooked with squash, onions, preserved lemon, olives, turmeric, paprika, cumin, ginger, cinnamon, parsley, cilantro ~~530-590 calories
$11.00
Beets + Avocado
organic red & white quinoa, beets, avocado, walnuts, pickled red onion, dates, hemp seeds, cabbage, coconut, miso lemongrass dressing ~~720 calories*
$11.00
Kid’s Meals
Macaroni & Cheese
creamy cheddar cheese sauce & pasta, served with fruit salad & chips ~~700 calories*
$6.50
Kid’s Chicken Plate
grilled cage-free chicken any side & grilled rustic bread~~280-600 calories*
$7.50
Kid’s Steak Plate
grilled grass-fed steak, any side & grilled rustic bread~~270-590 calories*
$8.50
Kid’s Salmon Plate
oven baked sustainable salmon with any side & chargrilled rustic bread~~360-680 calories*
$10.50
Chicken Tenders Kids Meal
two jumbo crispy, hand-tossed buttermilk-battered antibiotic & hormone-free, never frozen chicken tenders, any side & grilled artisan bread~~Add 420-740 calories*
$7.50
Beverages
Local And Regional Wines
bottles starting at $30
$7.75
Natural Soda
sweetened with organic cane sugar
$2.95
Fair Trade Organic Coffee
***
$2.50
Hot Teas
A wide selection of teas
$2.50
Kombucha On Tap
***
$5.95
Replenishers
organic lemonade ~organic ginseng mint green tea ~strawberry basil lemonade
$4.25
Desserts
Urban Cowgirl Cookie (Butter-Free)
our version of trail mix cookie! made with organic earth balance, organic sugar, organic flour, sunflower seeds, oats, dried cranberries, shredded coconut and a hint of nutmeg and cinnamon ~~450 calories
$3.25
Chocolate Chunk Cookie (Butter-Free)
made with organic earth balance, organic sugar, organic flour, bittersweet chocolate ~~480 calories
$3.25
Almond Macaroon
chewy and crisp almond cookie made with organic sugar and egg whites, toasted almonds ~~230 calories
$2.95
Banana Cream Pie
graham cracker crust filled with vanilla bean pastry cream, bananas, caramel sauce, vanilla bean whipped cream, chocolate shavings ~~670 calories
$5.75
Flourless Chocolate Cake (Gluten-Free)
semisweet chocolate cake garnished with chocolate ganache, powdered sugar, seasonal berries ~~700 calories (1 serving)
$5.95
Mango Tart
cookie butter crust filled with rum cream and fresh mango ~~380 calories (1 serving)
$5.95
Hummingbird Cake
banana cake layers soaked with rum syrup, layered with pineapple, cream cheese frosting and garnished with walnuts ~~1100 calories (1 serving)
$6.25
Chocolate Vanilla Layer Cake
chocolate cake layers, with vanilla bean diplomat cream, chocolate ganache, vanilla bean whipped cream, garnished with seasonal berries ~~880 calories (1 serving)
$6.25
Mango Tart (Whole)
cookie butter crust filled with rum cream and fresh mango – please order 24 hours in advance
$38.00
$11 Everyday Menu
Moroccan Chicken Braise
slow-cooked cage-free, antibiotic and hormone free chicken tagine with winter squash, olives, preserved lemon and ginger with aromatic spices of turmeric, paprika, cumin and cinnamon served over organic brown or white rice ~530-590 cal, dairy free & gluten free
$11.00
Curry Tofu & Vegetable Braise
organic slow cooked tofu in green curry coconut sauce with organic carrots, daikon radishes, organic granny smith apples and zucchini. served over organic steamed brown or white rice ~510-560 cal, vegan & gluten free
$11.00
Grilled Cage Free Chicken Sandwich
hand carved herb grilled cage-free, antibiotic and hormone free chicken, slow roasted tomatoes and orange basil aioli on chargrilled artisan ciabatta bread. served with house kettled potato chips ~690 cal (+150 w/chips), dairy free
$11.00
Beets + Avocado Bowl
colorful array of marinated red beets, fresh sliced avocado and pickled red onions with raw walnuts, organic quinoa, hemp seeds and miso lemongrass dressing ~720 cal, vegan & gluten free
$11.00
Grilled Portobello Mushroom Sandwich
stacked portobellos, zucchini and red bell peppers with arugula and pesto goat cheese on grilled artisan ciabatta bread. served with house kettled potato chips ~720 cal (+150 w/chips), vegetarian
$11.00
Three Up
Choose any three sides ~150 – 1110 cal
$11.00

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Reviews

Michael Carlin
It’s Panera, but healthier. It’s like a lot of other places you can go for fast, casual and healthy. But you can dial down the healthiness if you want with some neat sandwich choices, and what appear to be really good looking desserts.

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Madison
My friend and I went here for a little lunch date and received the most amazing food. The grilled chicken club was a perfect lunch, as well as the ahi tuna salad! There was great service , the food barely taking anytime to come. Shoutout to Manny, who was an amazing server making sure our food was exactly what we wanted.

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Jessie
My family and I have been loyal fans of Urban Plates for a long time, and our recent visit to the Urban Plates location in Carlsbad was truly extraordinary. The bright and spacious restaurant exudes a fresh and modern feel and I was thrilled to find my beloved green matcha latte on the menu, and I was delighted to meet the talented Sous Chef, Mathew Konatsu.

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Brenda Perez
The food was great and there wasn’t a wait. The chicken sandwich was delicious and the other people in my party had a mushroom burger and chicken strips and they both loved their food too. Oh, and I don’t like mango but we shared a piece of mango pie that was amazing!!

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Brian Dirkmaat
I’ve been coming here for a few years. They go out of their way to make you feel welcome and appreciated. Matt, the manager and Arlette, are particularly enthusiastic and kind. The chef also routinely makes the rounds, asking guests how they enjoy their meal. There’s a great meal at a good price for virtually every diet, including my vegan preferences. And the desserts are destination worthy. We often come just for dessert!

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Tyler F
You can’t slap a label that says gluten free and dairy free and then add a giant piece of bread, cheese, and croutons…. Lost my trust. Gluten allergies beware.

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Tiina
Love Urban Legends lates!! This location is close to shopping and we stopped by to get quick dinner.

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Sofía Folwarski
I enjoy this place! The food is very tasty, pictured is the vegan meatless loaf with basmati rice and roasted potatoes along with the green mint tea! All very delicious and complimentary to the aesthetic, inviting ambience! I gave it a 4, because the truth is it is expensive, and not affordable for many folks. But, if you can afford to treat yourself, I recommend it! The food feels good and is great quality, which is important considering the prices. But overall, would say it is always a positive experience eating here!

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Micah Weesner
I’m continually impressed by how many options Urban Plates has and the quality of the food on top of it all. It’s really easy to eat healthy or more homey here, and to order a new grouping of food every time you’re there. I’ve always walked in and ordered, but it appears that they have some way to order ahead that may be quicker to get your food. Either way, they have excellent seating options in side with plenty of room to work or meet with others over a meal.

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Caryn Wroblewski
Went there for the first time and was blown away by the quality of the food and the service. Matt the manager was super friendly to us and took the time to answer ALLLL of our questions with the utmost patience and a smile on his face. The food was delicious and exactly how he described it. We will definitely be returning to this location. Was a wonderful experience which is a rare find these days.

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