Urban Plates

We absolutely love Urban Plates! The food is consistently delicious and healthy, offering a cafeteria-style experience that’s both casual and inviting. You place your order, take a number, and then watch as your meal is brought right to you. You’ll get your own silverware, and you can carry your drinks to your table, making it feel comfortable and relaxed. No matter what, the food is always, always excellent. My daughter adores it—since it’s close to LMU campus—and whenever we visit her, Urban Plates is always at the top of our list. #KeepGoingOAM

Urban Plates comes off like “healthy meets casual cafeteria,” and in many ways that’s its vibe, in a good way. You grab a tray, move through stations, pick your protein, sides, salad, etc. Urban Plates is a reliable spot when you want something better than fast food but still casual and quick. It’s not “chef-level,” but it’s got heart and intention. If you care about ingredients, flavor, and portion over frills, it’s worth a try. The Mediterranean chicken bowl and the Cowgirl Cookie are fire 🔥 PS ask for David and Jose. Great customer service all around!

Urban plates never misses. It’s the perfect place to get comfort food but not feel bad about what you’re eating. The staff is always friendly. This last trip Dayana and Alina greeted me with friendly smiles and great service.

I had a really great meal here, lots of tasty choices, I got the harvest bowl with grilled salmon, which was tender and perfectly seasoned, with mix of greens, grains, roasted veggies, and house-made dressings, the restaurant itself has a bright, modern vibe with plenty of natural light and comfortable seating great for a relaxed lunch or casual dinner, the staff were friendly and took the time to explain a few menu recommendations

I haven’t been here in years and forgot how great it is for a nice quick dinner. I ordered the chicken med bowl w/ beets & goat cheese and for the price it was solid. Food was fresh and service was quick. Def will start coming back here more often.

Great sit down fast food serving up delicious American plates, bowls and salads. Reasonably priced and quick service. You order first, find a place to sit and they serve up your food and bus your table.

Love this place! I can always count on the quality of food and the price point being reasonable. As a student, this means a lot to me! The service is always top tier—shoutout Jose for being awesome today!—and the atmosphere is homey and clean. This is one of my go to restaurants in LA :) p.s. Their tomato soup is SUBLIME✨🍅

Really delicious steak plate tonight. My boyfriend loved the seasonal ribs and chimichurri too. The manager David was lovely and gave us free cookie samples. The cookies were 10/10. This is perfect for a casual date night!!!

I cannot get enough of this Urban Plates, and among the various locations I have visited, this Play Vista location stands out as my favorite, prompting me to return frequently. Tom consistently provides exceptional service, offering support and patience, especially when handling my detailed orders. I genuinely appreciate the dining experience and the welcoming atmosphere here. Overall, the quality of food, service, and environment consistently exceed my expectations. Thank as always Tom, for your hospitable nature! :)

Items purchased: 2 chili glazed grilled tofu plates. Food: A, Food was Fresh and nicely presented and came out the kitchen in a timely manner. Service: A, the order taker/ cashier greeted us and was polite and courteous. Cleanliness: B, Dining area and outside patio were clean. Bathroom was clean and stocked but had a funky moldy smell. Value : A, Pricing was on point. Ambiance: A, Pleasant and Relaxed.

Last night I ordered a steak plate and my boyfriend ordered like a beef stew and mashed potatoes My meat looked gray. It was like stew meat. It wasn't good at all. It was awful. I didn't need it. I threw it away. The problem with the stew is it came cold and the meat inside was tough very chewy. Do not recommend this place. I've had one other incident that it hasn't been good, but it used to be before Covid.

Coming in from out of town and starving for lunch, this looked like a great spot. The menu is vast and not what we expected. The place was pretty busy as you would expect for lunch time. Food was hot and tasty. I had the original Crispy Checken sandwich + fries for $12.95 and a $5 iced tea. The order line was different as we had hopes for a sit down service.

Wow YUM!! I came here for the first time recently, and I had such a wonderful experience. I love the order system. It's like fast casual but still feels like a sitdown restaurant. All of our food was so good! I got the steak plate and my friend got the grilled chicken! Both were so good. The service was super quick and everyone was very friendly Also super clean!! Can't wait to come back and try more:)

I've never been to this location, but my coworker picked up some sandwiches, and they were quite good. I particularly liked the chicken and steak sandwiches. The bread had a nice chew and was very soft, just how I like it. I'd definitely eat these sandwiches again and hope to have the opportunity to eat here in person if I'm ever in the area.

Delicious healthy food farm to table , excellent service , great ambiance, clean and love fire pits.

We absolutely love Urban Plates! The food is consistently delicious and healthy, offering a cafeteria-style experience that's both casual and inviting. You place your order, take a number, and then watch as your meal is brought right to you. You'll get your own silverware, and you can carry your drinks to your table, making it feel comfortable and relaxed. No matter what, the food is always, always excellent. My daughter adores it--since it's close to LMU campus--and whenever we visit her, Urban Plates is always at the top of our list. The prices are comparable and not too high. #KeepGoingOAM

Amazing first time experience here at urban plates. I'm very impressed with the quality of my food. It was delicious. I ordered the surf and turf with chimichurri & carrots + mashed potatoes as my side. My order was take by Juan and this is what he suggested for me. I'm highly satisfied and will be returning.

Needed some food stat and was nearby this location. Stopped in since I'm a yearly pass member, might as well take advantage of the 20% off. Without the discount it's actually really pricey. Parking lot is not free but if you drop in Whole Foods you can validate for an hour. Sat outside, was a bit chilly so took advantage of the fire pit seats. Nice ambiance staring at cars driving by into the parking lot as I ate my food and daydreamed with the flickering flames. The beet salad and mashed potatoes were very good. The steak was not medium rare as I'd liked but was very tender.

Pretty good! I love how there are so many options even for the steak. Ordered the chimichurri steak. I thought they were slightly skimpy on the chimichurri but otherwise cooked perfectly (medium rare). The potatoes were so underwhelming and I like mine to be on the softer side, these weren't. I got a side Caesar salad which was nothing to ride home about. I've been to urban plate in Sunnyvale. It's a predictable spot but nothing insanely amazing about it. Loads of seating outside which is nice.

Had a great experience at Urban Plates. The food was amazing and the service was excellent. I had the Moroccan chicken and the Mediterranean chicken, both were flavorful, perfectly cooked, and really satisfying. You can tell they care about quality and consistency. Definitely coming back.

Came here on a Saturday night after the beach. U can find street parking and save your money than the huge garage. Got recommended the blackened salmon and brussel sprouts by my friend and it did The sauce on the salmon definitely gave a different but still great taste I'm goin to have to come back here if they're always this generous. First dropping off a sampler of cake then some kind of coconut water. Got you feeling like their favorite customer

Alina was so helpful on suggestions for the menu and let me tell you her and the kitchen staff did not disappoint! Food was amazing and they were super on top of checking in on us and making sure the table was cleaned as soon as we were done with a plate we will definitely be coming back!

Hit or miss these days and I really don't love that they keep their doors wide open for flies to make themselves at home while making our food.

Wonderful experience every time, so I decided to invest in a plate pass. This is an amazing membership for someone who likes to eat a variety of things that are both quality and affordable, but Urban Plates welcoming environment makes it even more worthwhile. I have always wanted to try the cowgirl cookie. Thank Xavier for your kindness in making a dream come true. The cookie was delicious and so was my meal. 10/10 Highly recommend

We ordered their thanksgiving meal which we've been doing for a few years. The salt content was very high this year, especially in the turkey. For a restaurant that advertises as healthy, it felt like I was eating a reheated frozen meal with the amount of salt. Don't recommend using them for thanksgiving meal!

I arrived in LA late and needed a quick dinner that wasn't super heavy so decided to swing by Urban Plates. I ordered ahead online and my order was ready perfectly on time when I arrived! The salad portions are very generous and come with a side of bread, which I always appreciate some extra carbs. I got the caesar salad and it was really good! The one thing I would change is some of the baby kale was tough and in full pieces, but otherwise no complaints.

I'll admit--I kind of brushed Urban Plates off back in 2017. Now? I'm knocking myself for not giving it a fair shot sooner. This spot has become one of my favorite places for healthy, feel-good meals. The Beets & Avocado Bowl is always a winner--fresh and flavorful. And the Grilled Salmon Plate? I could eat it on the regular and not get bored. The sides are next-level too. My favorites being the Roasted Brussels Sprouts and the Sesame Broccoli. Both are addictive! The vibe chill and relaxing with ample indoor and outdoor seating. It's the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy your food. Glad I gave this place another chance because it's definitely earned a spot on my healthy eats rotation list.

If you're looking for healthy here, it is. The food is simple, healthy, and delicious. Each dish was flavorful and cooked perfectly. The only downside is inflation. Prices keep going up, and portions keep getting ever so slightly smaller. They do charge a service fee to cover water and utensils... bummer, but I guess it's common now a days. They do validate parking which is a plus! And the vibe here is awesome! 4/5 due to increased prices and decreased portion sizes.

I've been meaning to try Urban Plates for a long time and I'm so happy I finally got to. Urban plates are located in Marina Del Rey in a bus shopping center. There's ample parking due to its location and way to find since the area is so walkable. The restaurants concept on food and ordering is different from many restaurants but I appreciated it. When you walk in, you stand online to order your food and then take a number which is placed on your table. The food is then delivered to you by a staff member. The food quality is amazing and has so many healthy options. I had been craving a steak so I ordered the chimichurri steak, marble potatoes and a Brussels sprouts. My friend ordered the blue cheese steak, mashed potatoes and salad. Everything was delicious and flavorful. The restaurant can be a tad busy due to its popularity but we had no issue getting a table. I will definitely be back!

Healthy tasty eats in Playa Vista's Runway shopping center. This place validates parking for 1.5 hours. The service was fine and the food comes out pretty quick. There is an automatic service charge on the bill in addition to being asked to leave a tip when you pay. The food was actually really good. I had the skirt steak plate with mushrooms and broccoli. The steak was deliciously medium rare and the sauces on the veggies were great. The amount of steak seemed small though. I wish there were a few more ounces of meat. The ambiance is clean and casual. You order at the counter and they give you a number and they bring it to the table. I'd come again for a light lunch or dinner. But if you're really hungry, you may be left hungry even though the food is very good.

The service was amazing, David was very friendly at the cashier and helped me make a decision on what to get. The food is very delicious and I would definitely come back!

We come here so often for salads or comfort food like stew, Mac n cheese and brussel sprouts. Some of my favorite dishes are the Thai noodle salad, beet salad and chicken sandwich. The peanut butter pie and mango pies are also deliciousssss. Love coming here to eat and read in a quiet corner.

This was my first time to this location and I hadn't been to an Urban Plates in a few years. It was my daughter's first time to an UP and I described it as a step up from Tender Greens. I think the menu at UP is a little more well-rounded and the food is a smidge better than TG, but it's very similar in concept and offerings. I had the steak salad and she had the beets & avocado bowl. We ordered a side of fries to share (didn't want to be toooo healthy) and the portion was ridiculously small for $4.95. It was one small plate. I'm not saying anyone really NEEDS to eat more fries than half a small plate, but there considering how cheap and easy to prepare French fries are, the portion was about half of what is should have been and this is the ONLY reason I'm giving them a 4 star review. Our food was very good and the service was fine. It's a quick serve counter where you order from the cash register and take a number and your drinks to your table, then someone delivers the food. Our food came out in a timely manner and was really fresh with quality ingredients. I was impressed with the quality of the steak and it was cooked really well - tender and juicy! We were there early evening on a Friday - I think around 5:45pm, so it wasn't busy at all, the dining room was over half empty. I'm not sure what the service would be like during busier times, but we were happy with our experience. This isn't a place for a fancy date or a nice meal out, but it's great for a casual, healthy meal at a reasonable price... except the fries.

We have been going to this Urban Plates for many years, ever since it first opened, I think! The ease of service, pleasant atmosphere and tasty food at reasonable prices made it a place we always went back to. But the most recent time we went, we were disappointed. Our favorite dish, the beef braise (just like beef stew) with a side of mashed potatoes, was mostly gravy and just a little bit of meat and vegetables. And the price had gone up (which is expected, but not for a smaller and smaller quantity of food). It was still tasty but just not enough real food for the price. We decided we probably would not be going back. My husband used the "Contact Us" part of their website to explain our dissatisfaction. To our extreme surprise, barely a minute after he hit Submit - he received a call from Oscar, the manager. He apologized and asked us to give them another try. Which we certainly will be doing now. Customer service like this is practically unheard of these days! We were very impressed.

Great food quality and cozy place. Many options and kid friendly. Will sure come back.

After all the rave reviews, I was disappointed. Maybe I just ordered the wrong thing. I was excited to drop in on this hipster place. I mean, they have truffle parmesan fries on the menu. Anyone who knows me knows I loves me my truffle fries. So I was happy to see that it was one of the choices available for the Three Up - "choice of 3 scratch-made sides." I picked fries, roasted brussels sprouts with balsalmic glaze, and the sesame broccoli. The fries were excellent - crisp on the outside but still fluffy on the inside, just enough truffle flavor and no overpowering chives. But the veggies were AWFUL. I mean, seriously INEDIBLE. The brussels were barely cooked, though I found one teeny one at the bottom that was cooked through and tasted ok. The ginger on the broccoli was completely overpowering so I couldn't taste any sesame. And, contrary to the brussels, the broccoli was overcooked and mushy. After two bites of both veggies, I threw them out. I HATE to waste food and will normally just suck it up and eat. But I couldn't. I was so upset, I didn't even remember to take photos of any other food except Dot's thai chicken noodle salad, which she said was divine (the one positive note), and Son's expensive chocolate chunk cookie. At least they were happy with their choices. Service was... 50/50. The cashier guy who took our order was nice but decided to answer the phone as we were in the middle of ordering. So we had to repeat our order. Not a big deal, just kinda rude. Then the gal who was expediting seemed overwhelmed. I could see a screen near her that said "Dashers arriving" and the number kept going up and up and up. She was super fast but clearly could not keep up. Then she ran across the restaurant to answer the phone and while she was gone, more and more orders were piling up. She was still on the phone so the cashier guy walked over to try to help. He bagged an order and put the label on but then she came back, sniped at him, then ripped the bag open to check it. Poor guy was trying to help. I get that she has a system and doesn't need anyone to mess with it. But hey, don't answer the phone, then. Stick to your own job. OH - and when we finally got our order, she FORGOT hubs' cheesecake so I had to go back for it. Sigh.

Our go to spot before going to Cinemark. The chocolate cookies and the Mac and cheese are great. Great service by Xavier!

Great food , jose the cashier was great! I got the chicken tenders it was also great. Will come back.

Food was fantastic and Amaya provided excellent service! One of my favorite spots in the Playa Vista area

Great location and spot for a healthier food option. Their food always tastes fresh and high quality. I ordered the chicken club with a side of tomato soup and have no complaints! They are in the pricier side for the portions you get but once in a while is not too bad. The inside layout has changed a bit so you just order at the cashier without seeing them prep your food. Interior has ample seating and outdoor seating as well.

Great dinner and service. We had the kids meal and chicken sandwiches. Xavier is very helpful!

Urban Plates never disappoints. The food is always fast, hot, and fresh every time I come in. Alina provided excellent customer service and made the experience even better. Will definitely keep coming back!

Alina helped me a lot and she is very kind and patient. The food is awesome! Highly recommended!

Xavier is the best server I have ever ordered from. Food was great too!! Had the Nicoise salad and it was superb!

Great service and delicious food! Always fresh, flavorful, and consistent. The staff is friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere makes it such a comfortable place to eat. Our go-to spot for both casual nights out and takeout--we always leave satisfied!

We love Urban Plates, always consistent and easy to order as the fresh food is presented as a buffet and you choose what you want. I love the Morrocan chicken braise. The ambiance is better outside if you happen to seat by the fire.

The food was delicious! We came with a party of 8 and we all ordered different dishes, all were fantastic! The servers David & Tom treated us as if we were in a Michelin restaurant coming to our table and checking in with us. Jose took our HUGE order and got it all right! I wish we would have thought to take pictures of the food but all we have left is empty plates!

Delicious food and great vibe! David gave us the best, most attentive service. I highly recommend this place!

David and Tomas were great! Always great service when I come here! And the food is great too!

This is a great easy, quick, and healthy option for lunch or dinner. I have been here several times and am never disappointed. I love sitting outside on the patio by the fire and enjoying my food and wine. David was so helpful and knowledgeable about the dishes when we were ordering our food. He came around and made sure everything was good with our order and if we needed anything else -- even offered us a sample of the delicious cookies. Tomas brought out our food and when I noticed my order was steak and not chicken, he did not hesitate to make sure I got what I ordered. Within minutes the chicken was at our table. I'll be back again!

Kenni was so amazing ! She is such a sweet cashier and was so helpful. Loved the food and her recommendations. The place was a vibe as well.

$51.20 (2 people. Food: Barramundi sea bass w/ hollandaise sauce, asparagus, red & white quinoa tomato pesto, rustic bread. Grilled chicken plate, mac n cheese, mashed potatoes w/ gravy. Dessert: 1-Banana cream pie, 2-Chocolate chunk cookies. Drink: Organic lemonade and water) Urban Plates (Playa  Vista) monologue: I've seen Urban Plates around town and decided to go for lunch with a friend. The location of this Urban Plates was spot on. It is located on the property of a super cute and inviting, large outdoor mall ish type area with plenty of parking and indoor/outdoor (with a gas fire pit) eating area option. There is a large menu with attractive options. You can get creative with how you mix & match your plate and your beverage of choice (above and below 21 year old drink options). After receiving recommendations, having some laughs with Tomas, and ordering, we set up camp outside at the fireplace. Shortly after, our food (see above) was delivered, nice and hot n fresh. Buen provecho is what was said as my plate was presented to me. So, I followed directions and... We grabbed our forks and dug in. I had the fish plate (pics attached). It was appetizing to my eye and tongue palate. It was a simple tasting meal, nothing over the top. It gave me the feel that I was on a clean food diet, mild seasoning and healthy run of life that I need to maintain because I need to look good in my vacation clothes in a few weeks type of taste. My friend just said their food was alright. Neither of us would be ordering those particular dishes again. But ya'll, let me tell you about the cookie you see in the pic. Tomas, if you are reading this, thank you again for that crunchy on the outside, and slowly but surely, as you move towards the center, it gets appropriately softer chocolate chunk hospitality cookie. Now that, my Yelp cousins, I'll go back for! The atmosphere, Tomas' hospitality, the bilingual greeting from the waitress (didn't catch her name) and the cookie certainly gave me a good taste (no pun intended) about Urban Plates. So I'll try it again, just a different dish. I'll let ya'll know what I think. Oh p.s. - Tomas recommended the banana cream pie for my friend. Let's just say the container it was in was completely empty; not a crumb in sight.

Xavier was INCREDIBLE!!!! What I enjoyed most was his efficiency and taken care of a busy line with a lot of Grace. Thank you so much.

It's more a take out restaurant, so if you're the on the go kinda person it's good for you or if you're the office to go person for lunch pickup orders.

Nourishing fast casual food, highly recommend. David in particular was amazing behind the cash register gave exceptional customer service!

My second time here and it's always a nice healthy option for dinner. Great variety of food and lovely ambience. Shout out to Keke for the great service .

Perfect place for a quick lunch. The food is always great quality and tastes great. They are always very consistent. The service is impressively impeccable! Kenni is an absolute doll and so accommodating. Ambiance is great for groups or even just to eat alone on your lunch. Definitely one of my regular spots now.