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09/25/2026
If a Caesar could steal the spotlight… it would be this one 🥗⭐
Grilled chicken, crisp romaine, parmesan cheese, organic grape tomatoes and housemade croutons
Now on the Chef Spotlight for $13.99 through 10/6.
09/23/2026
Take a lap around our menu... then circle back here 😉
This week's special:
🔥 Korean Sweet & Spicy Chicken Plate $14.99
Price valid for dine-in and takeout thru 10/6.
09/22/2026
It's the first day of Fall, and we have some new flavors incoming 🤭🍂
Consider this your preview... Fall menu drops tomorrow 9/23
09/20/2026
California made since 2011 🌴 Where everything is made from scratch with quality ingredients and won't break the bank!
09/18/2026
15 years on the plate 🍽️
Thank you for helping us change the way the world eats, one plate at a time.
09/16/2026
Celebrating 15 years the right way ✨
This week's specials:
🥩 Steak frites with peppercorn sauce $17.99
🐔 Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad $13.99
🍺 Draft b**r and select w**e glasses $5
Prices valid for dine-in and takeout thru 9/22 (b**r and w**e dine-in only).
09/14/2026
nothing some crispy jumbo tendies can't fix
09/13/2026
Summer's ending and we've got something sweet to send it off 🍓
Strawberry Shortcake: Angel food cake, fresh strawberries, housemade strawberry jam, and vanilla diplomat cream. Get it before it goes away on 9/23.
09/11/2026
A good plate deserves a glass 🍷🍺✨
Pair your meal with a ice cold draft b**r or select w**e glass for just $5 when dining in thru 9/15
09/09/2026
Up close and hard to ignore 😏 The Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad is loaded with flavor and crunch.
On Chef Spotlight for only $13.99 through 9/15. Price valid for dine-in and takeout 🌮
09/08/2026
This grass-fed steak plate brought a plus one... housemade truffle aioli 🥩✨
09/06/2026
When the plans turn into "come over for dinner"
Enjoy any of our family meals (feeds 4). Each comes with your choice of protein, two family sides, rustic bread, your choice of protein, and zero stress! 😉
09/04/2026
I dont love you that much actually 🫣
09/02/2026
when life gives you lettuce... you get the king of cobbs 👑
09/01/2026
Crispy, golden, and exactly what you're craving 😋
The 3 tender plate comes with your choice of two sides, rustic bread, & your pick of housemade dipping sauce
08/31/2026
Up close and personal with our Buffalo Chicken Tender Wrap 🔥 Made with organic grape tomatoes, housemade croutons, & garlicky cream cheese spread, in a grilled tortilla.
Chips always included!
08/28/2026
end of the week thoughts
08/26/2026
Just a little kick to your cravings 🌶️
This week's specials:
🐟 Aleppo Chili Glazed Salmon Plate $16.99
🐔 Aleppo Chili Glazed Chicken Plate $13.99
🥗 Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad $13.99
🍷 Select B**r and W**e Glasses $5
Available for dine-in and takeout thru 9/15 (b**r & w**e dine-in only).
08/24/2026
Our Thai Chicken Noodle Salad has a lot going on... but let's be real the udon noodles really steal the show 🍜🥗
08/21/2026
Pour decisions start at $5 🍷 Good food, good w**e, and even better vibes
Joel Gott Red Blend
Seaglass Chardonnay
Babich Sauvignon Blanc
Dine-in only. Price valid thru 9/15.
08/20/2026
very chic to go to urban plates 💚
08/19/2026
New week, new cravings!
This week's specials:
🌿 Chimichurri Chicken Plate $13.99
🐔 Grilled Cage-Free Chicken Plate $13.99
🧡 Crispy Chicken Frites $12.99
💛 Grilled Chicken Frites $12.99
🥗 Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad $13.99
🍺 Draft B**r & Select W**e Glasses $5
Available for dine-in and takeout thru 8/25 (b**r & w**e dine-in only).
08/17/2026
let's see who really knows.. drop your answer below 👇
08/16/2026
Next time you're thinking burger, think Urban Plates 🍔
100% grass-fed beef, hand-sliced american cheese, & stacked your way:
🧀 Classic Cheeseburger
🥓 Bacon Cheeseburger
🥑 Avocado Cheeseburger
🔥 BBQ Jalapeno Cheeseburger
Fries always included!
08/14/2026
Happy hour... any hour 😏
Dine in and enjoy any draft b**r + select w**es for just $5 each thru 8/25. Because one hour simply isn't enough.
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...
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.
