Urbane Cafe – American
Sunlight streams through the windows of this vibrant gathering spot, where the aroma of toasted artisan bread and zesty marinades sets the stage for a fresh, flavor-forward meal. The kitchen masterfully balances global influences and California soul, layering everything from creamy brie and tart cranberries to smoky Santa Maria BBQ into sandwiches and bowls that pop with color and texture. It is a place where casual dining feels elevated, offering a bright, bustling sanctuary for those seeking a truly inspired and handcrafted lunch.
218 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena CA 91101-3002 https://urbanecafe.com/location/pasadena/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Urbane Cafe
Dairy-Free at Urbane Cafe
Urbane Cafe in Pasadena has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Cup), Tofu Banh Mi and Substitute Soup for Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Urbane Cafe
Urbane Cafe in Pasadena has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Substitute Soup for Salad, House Side Salad and Substitute Fruit for Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Urbane Cafe
Urbane Cafe in Pasadena has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mediterranean Bowl, Soup of the Day (Cup) and Cheese Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Urbane Cafe
Urbane Cafe in Pasadena has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Urbane Cafe
Urbane Cafe in Pasadena has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Cup), Substitute Soup for Salad and Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Urbane Cafe
Urbane Cafe in Pasadena has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mediterranean Bowl, Soup of the Day (Cup) and Cheese Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Urbane Cafe
Urbane Cafe in Pasadena has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheese Pizza, Salmon Bowl and Substitute Soup for Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Urbane Cafe
Urbane Cafe in Pasadena has 11 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mediterranean Bowl, Cheese Pizza and Chimichurri Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Urbane Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Crunchy Peanut Salad | 75.4 g | 70.7 g |
| Baja Bowl | 94.1 g | 62.9 g |
| Southwest | 91.7 g | 61.1 g |
| Seared Ahi Tuna Bowl | 106.9 g | 56.1 g |
| Pastrami Tri Tip | 16.5 g | 44.4 g |
| The Ahi | 64.2 g | 38.8 g |
| Pesto & Sundried Tomato | 40.9 g | 35.1 g |
| The Cafe | 176.4 g | 34 g |
| Club | 46.6 g | 29 g |
| Bella Portobello | 25.6 g | 27.8 g |
| The Californian | 54.5 g | 27.5 g |
| Santa Maria BBQ Chicken | 76.8 g | 27.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its delicious food and perfect portion sizes, guests frequently highlight the intimate setting that creates a truly memorable dining experience. Reviewers praise the knowledgeable and attentive service, noting that the staff
Menu
Specials
All Sandwiches Served with Urbane House Side Salad
- A Really Good Fish Bowl: baked barramundi, mixed whole grain rice, marinated kale, roasted cabbage, broccoli slaw, pickled onions, tartar sauce, lemon wedge Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- A Really Good Fish Sandwich: baked barramundi, crispy onions, housemade apple coleslaw, pickled onions, tartar sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
All Sandwiches Served with Urbane House Side Salad
- So Cal: roasted chicken, avocado, pepper jack cheese, green leaf lettuce, tomatillo salsa, chipotle aioli Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- UC Banh Mi: roasted chicken, cilantro, cucumbers, pickled carrots, fresno chilis, pickled white radish, sweet chili aioli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto & Sundried Tomato: roasted chicken, basil pesto, sundried tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, arugula, vegenaise Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest: roasted chicken, spicy aioli, avocado, corn & black bean salsa, pepper jack cheese, chipotle aioli Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Santa Maria BBQ: roasted chicken, bbq sauce, Applewood-smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, housemade apple coleslaw, ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Chili Crunch Chicken: cilantro chicken, sweet & spicy chili glaze, housemade apple coleslaw, crispy onions, pickled carrots, and vegenaise Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cranberry Brie: roasted turkey, French brie, housemade cranberry chutney, arugula, herb aioli Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Club: roasted turkey, Applewood-smoked bacon, avocado, cheddar cheese, sliced tomato, green leaf lettuce, herb aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Californian: house marinated artichoke hearts, avocado, sundried tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, green leaf lettuce, herb aioli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Banh Mi: roasted tofu, cilantro, cucumbers, pickled carrots, fresno chilis, pickled white radish, sweet chili aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bella Portobello: marinated portobello mushroom, mozzarella cheese, sundried tomatoes, basil pesto, vegenaise, mixed greens with balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Chili Crunch Tofu: roasted tofu, sweet & spicy chili glaze, housemade apple coleslaw, crispy onions, pickled carrots, and vegenaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Tri Tip: marinated BBQ tri tip steak, pepper jack cheese, housemade apple coleslaw, chipotle aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichurri Steak: tri tip steak, housemade chimichurri sauce, feta, arugula, cranberry chutney aioli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pastrami Tri Tip: pastrami tri tip, swiss cheese, remoulade aioli, housemade apple coleslaw, bread and butter pickles. Served with a side of Golden Mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
All Salads Served with Fresh Baked Bread
- Crunchy Peanut Salad: marinated cilantro chicken, mixed greens, coleslaw mix, cucumbers, pickled carrots, edamame, mandarin oranges, crispy onions, honey roasted peanuts Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Ahi: sashimi grade seared ahi, mixed greens, coleslaw mix, avocado, feta cheese, edamame, cucumbers, red radishes, grape tomatoes, sesame seeds, japanese chili dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cilantro Chicken: marinated cilantro chicken, chopped salad mix, avocado, corn & black bean salsa, mozzarella cheese, cilantro vinaigrette dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Cafe: roasted chicken, mixed greens, avocado, crumbled goat cheese, pears, pecans, balsamic vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Santa Maria BBQ Chicken: roasted BBQ chicken, chopped salad mix, coleslaw mix, Applewood-smoked bacon, crumbled goat cheese, corn & black bean salsa, grape tomatoes, blackberry BBQ sauce drizzle, chipotle ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Keto Cobb: chopped salad mix, mixed greens, avocado, eggs, grape tomatoes, pickled onions, blue cheese crumbles, Applewood-smoked bacon, keto blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Power Veggie: chopped salad mix, corn & black bean salsa, Follow Your Heart feta cheese, pecans, garbanzo beans, edamame, roasted sweet potatoes, balsamic vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Bowls
Served with Fresh Baked Focaccia Bread Upon Request
- Baja Bowl: roasted chicken, mixed whole grain rice, marinated kale, corn & black bean salsa, fresno chilis, avocado, ranch & cilantro vinaigrette drizzle Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Bowl: mixed whole grain rice, marinated kale, roasted sweet potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled onions, garlic roasted red pepper hummus, tomato cucumber salsa & lemon wedge Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Bowl: bbq glazed salmon, mixed whole grain rice, marinated kale, roasted sweet potatoes, edamame, lemon wedge & sweet chili aioli drizzle Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Ahi Tuna Bowl: sashimi grade ahi tuna, mixed whole grain rice, marinated kale, edamame, cucumbers, red radish, grape tomatoes, pickled white radish, sesame seeds, creamy ponzu and sushi sauce drizzle Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Soup of the Day (Cup): Served with Fresh Baked Focaccia Bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl): Served with Fresh Baked Focaccia Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day + Side Salad: bowl of soup served with house side salad with balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids' Cafe
Includes House Side Salad, Chips, or Fruit
- Turkey Sandwich: roasted turkey, cheddar cheese, sliced tomato, green leaf lettuce, mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Ben: bbq chicken and mozzarella cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheddar Cheese Sandwich: cheddar cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Pizza: mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Extras
- House Side Salad Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Substitute Soup for Salad: cup or bowl Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Substitute Fruit for Salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Assorted Chips, Cookies, and Desserts Dietary tags: Halal
Frequently Asked Questions about Urbane Cafe
- Is Urbane Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Urbane Cafe has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Cup), Tofu Banh Mi and Substitute Soup for Salad.
- What can I eat at Urbane Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Soup of the Day (Cup), Tofu Banh Mi and Substitute Soup for Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Urbane Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Soup of the Day (Cup) and Substitute Soup for Salad.
- Is Urbane Cafe gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Urbane Cafe?
- Crunchy Peanut Salad, at roughly 70.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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