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06/23/2026
It's a summer of ribs โ๏ธ๐ Duroc pork, fall-off-the-bone, and your pick of two scratch-made sides.
Enjoy this messy plate here with us or take it to-go. We'll make sure the napkins are stacked ๐
06/21/2026
Pull up with Dad, we'll handle the rest ๐๐
Celebrate Father's Day with grass-fed burgers he'll love. No reservations required.
06/20/2026
so when is the next makeout challenge?
06/17/2026
Refresh, replenish, repeat ๐งโ๏ธ๐
Our housemade replenisher lineup:
- Dragon Fruit Strawberry
- Cantaloupe Pineapple Mango
- Strawberry Basil Lemonade
- Organic Lemonade
- Pineapple Coconut Lime
- Watermelon Pineapple Mint Basil
What's your fave?
06/15/2026
The Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad brings the flavor, the Superfood Grilled Chicken Salad brings the glow ๐ฅโจ
Two new salads, zero boring bites!
06/14/2026
the answer is always grass-fed steak ๐ฅฉ
06/12/2026
Under the spotlight for a reason ๐ชโจ
Add any cookie for $2.99 (dine-in or to-go) through 6/23.
06/11/2026
this is what "i'll just pick something up" should look like
06/08/2026
efficiency starts at lunch
06/07/2026
Back for the season โ๏ธ๐คค๐ฝ
Chili Lime Corn on the Cob, roasted with buffalo sauce and finished with our housemade garlic parmesan lime aioli
Address
1923 Calle Barcelona
Carlsbad, CA
92009
To get to Calle Barcelona in Carlsbad, you can take the Coaster train to the Carlsbad Village Station and then walk about 15-20 minutes south on Carlsbad Boulevard until you reach Calle Barcelona. Alternatively, you can take the North County Transit bus to the Paseo Del Norte & Carlsbad Boulevard stop and then walk about 10-15 minutes east along Paseo Del Norte until you reach Calle Barcelona.
If driving, take Interstate 5 to the Tamarack Avenue exit and head west toward the coast. Turn left onto Carlsbad Boulevard and continue south until you reach Calle Barcelona. Limited street parking is available, but there is also a parking lot nearby at the corner of State Street and Grand Avenue.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 9:15pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 9:15pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 9:15pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 9:15pm |
| Friday |
11am - 9:45pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 9:45pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 9:15pm |
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What people say
According to a recent review from The San Diego Union-Tribune, Urban Plates offers diners "a new and healthy fast-casual option" with its diverse range of cuisine options. Another article from Eater San Diego notes that the restaurant's "carefully sourced ingredients" make for tasty and fresh dishes.
A Yelp review from a customer who visited Urban Plates in September 2021 praised the restaurant's grilled steak plate, stating it was "cooked perfectly" and had "amazing flavor." A Google review from October 2021 also raved about the food, saying they had the best salad they've ever had at Urban Plates.
More reviews from customers can be found on Urban Plates' page. One reviewer stated that they were impressed with the quality of the food, while another mentioned their appreciation for the multiple vegan options on the menu.
Overall, it appears that Urban Plates has been receiving positive reviews from both critics and customers alike.