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06/03/2026
Don't overthink it, just order.
This week's specials:
🥗 Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad $13.99
🐟 Grilled Salmon Plate $17.99
🔥 Blackened Salmon Plate $17.99
Price valid for dine-in and takeout through 6/23.
06/02/2026
choose your maxxing
05/31/2026
Summer in full swing = lunch dates with friends ☀️ Bring your besties, we got the rest!
05/29/2026
These BBQ Ribs heard you were hungry... so they made a comeback 😌🍖
Made with housemade sweet & sour bbq sauce and paired with your choice of two scratch-made sides.
05/27/2026
Seasons change... & so does our menu ☀️
Swipe through three brand new summer favorites made for sunny day cravings:
🍔 BBQ Jalapeno Cheeseburger
🥑 Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad
🍓 Superfood Grilled Chicken Salad
05/25/2026
Sometimes you just need the classics 🤝
100% grass-fed cheeseburgers, crispy jumbo tenders, and chicken clubs stacked high
05/24/2026
did you have your 100% grass-fed protein and scratch-made sides today?
05/22/2026
It's all in the pour 😌 Great plates deserve great sauces!
🍯 Dijon Honey
🌿 Chimichurri
✨ Buttermilk Dill
🔥 Spicy Teriyaki
05/20/2026
Recognize any familiar faces? (hint: 🌹)
05/18/2026
this 🍽️ is looking a little empty...
05/17/2026
documenting the moment before the first bite 🤳
05/15/2026
warning: this 100% grass-fed steak and truffle aioli combo might become your new fave 🤭
05/13/2026
Fresh from the kitchen and ready to be your next order
This week's specials:
🐟 Roasted Barramundi Seabass $15.95
🍗 2 Chicken Tender Plate $12.95
🥗 Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad $12.95
🥬 Grilled Salmon Caesar Salad $15.95
Price valid for dine-in and takeout through 6/2.
05/11/2026
when the office is hungry, we cater! 🤝 craveable options for everyone with zero stress.
05/10/2026
Treat Mom to something she actually wants 💐🍷 Great food, a little wine, and no one asking her what's for dinner
05/08/2026
can't choose. won't choose.
05/06/2026
Something for Mom, and a little something for you 💐
Give $50, get a $10 bonus card on us. Available online only at urbanplates.com thru 6/23.
05/04/2026
Earthy roasted organic beets, creamy avocado, and hearty quinoa layered just right.
The Beets + Avocado Bowl is here for Meatless Monday 🌱
05/02/2026
Cage-free, never frozen, and always chargrilled🔥 Our chicken is herb marinated for that juicy flavor you can taste in every bite.
05/01/2026
our classic cheeseburger is always the best candidate
04/29/2026
New! Mac & Cheese with Garlic Parm Breadcrumbs🧀🍞✨
Made with our housemade five cheese sauce and finished with crispy garlic parmesan breadcrumbs. Comfort food upgraded.
04/28/2026
brb... upgrading your comfort food ⌛ launching 4.29
04/26/2026
Because everyone deserves to eat this good 💚
04/24/2026
In case you needed a closer look at our Grilled Steak Sandwich... made with 100% grass-fed steak, no compromises 🥩
04/22/2026
Proof chicken doesn't have to be boring
This week's specials:
🌿 Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Plate $13.95
🍗 Grilled Cage Free Chicken Plate $13.95
🥗 Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad $13.95
Price valid for dine-in and takeout through 5/12.
08/31/2023
Join us and make a profoundly positive impact on the way the world eats. Join the Urban Plates team today! https://bit.ly/44tXm9T
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Everyone deserves a job this good! We're looking for profoundly positive team members to fuel our missi...
08/30/2023
At Urban Plates, we believe that our success depends on earning and keeping a fanatical bond with Our People, one plate at a time. Want to join our team? We’re hiring: Restaurant Line Cook - Grill, Carve, Bowls in Carlsbad, CA https://bit.ly/45Hib2O
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Everyone deserves a job this good. We're looking for profoundly positive team members to fuel our missi...
08/29/2023
Join the future of food and have a profoundly positive impact on the way the world eats. Our menu is clean, wholesome and made from scratch (unprocessed is our process). Urban Plates is a socially conscious company that provides support, training, and opportunity to grow your career. Join our team in Carlsbad, CA and help make a positive difference every day. https://bit.ly/3EoixQ1
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Everyone deserves a job this good. We're looking for profoundly positive team members to fuel our mi...
08/28/2023
Join our growing team and be a part of the movement to connect real people with real food. Apply today to join our Carlsbad, CA team! https://bit.ly/45ujFh0
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. What is our recipe for healthy, happy Team Members? Equal parts fun and rewarding work crafting our del...
08/27/2023
Start your career at Urban Plates! We have an unwavering commitment to provide the preparation, support and development to help you succeed and reach your goals. Now hiring: Dishwasher in Carlsbad, CA https://bit.ly/3Ebu99c
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Be a part of Urban Plates and bring your energy to a place where you can nurture yourself and your care...
08/26/2023
Everyone deserves a job this good. We’re looking for profoundly positive team members to fuel our mission to make craveable, wholesome and clean food accessible to all. Join our team as our next Restaurant Cashiers, Bussers, Food Runners in Carlsbad, CA. Apply Today! https://bit.ly/3qFTvsJ
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Everyone deserves a job this good! We're looking for profoundly positive team members to fuel our missi...
08/25/2023
We offer our team members great perks - like a 75% meal discount, flexible scheduling, and career advancement opportunities. Apply today to join the Urban Plates team! https://bit.ly/3QVtBM9
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Everyone deserves a job this good! We're looking for profoundly positive team members to fuel our missi...
08/24/2023
Más reciente oportunidades de empleo en Urban Plates https://bit.ly/3ORfKDP
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Everyone deserves a job this good. We're looking for profoundly positive team members to fuel our mi...
08/23/2023
What is our recipe for healthy, happy Team Members? Equal parts fun and rewarding work. Find a career that’s more than just a paycheck at Urban Plates. https://bit.ly/3QOZupC
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. What is our recipe for healthy, happy Team Members? Equal parts fun and rewarding work crafting our del...
08/22/2023
Ahora empleando para: Dishwasher en Carlsbad, CA https://bit.ly/3qFMCr9
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Be a part of Urban Plates and bring your energy to a place where you can nurture yourself and your care...
08/21/2023
¿Puedes recomendar alguien para este empleo? Restaurant Line Cook - Grill, Carve, Bowls en Urban Plates en Carlsbad, CA https://bit.ly/3sej1p8
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Everyone deserves a job this good. We're looking for profoundly positive team members to fuel our missi...
08/20/2023
Everyone deserves a job this good. At Urban Plates looking for profoundly positive team members to fuel our mission to make craveable, wholesome and clean food accessible to all. Join our family in Carlsbad, CA, apply today! https://bit.ly/3YJpZif
Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. Everyone deserves a job this good! We're looking for profoundly positive team members to fuel our missi...
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.
