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Urban Solace

Urban Solace

(Now Closed)
American Restaurant$$$$
North Park, San Diego
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  • Flyy M.heart icon on user image
    Flyy MahmiOctober 26, 2014
    Shrimp & grits is creamy goodness. Biscuits may have been better piping hot. They were served lukewarm. Easy reservation thru OT app. Excellent service. Great tasting natural ingredients.
  • Denetteheart icon on user image
    DenetteSeptember 28, 2015
    Love! Sat at the bar, great cocktails, great service! Has a New Orleans feel. The food was wonderful! We had the charcuterie/cheese board (they have sheep and goat cheeses!)
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 8, 2014
    Chef and owner Matt Gordon has established a loyal following for his unpretentious new American comfort food and popular Bluegrass Brunch. [Eater 38 Member]
  • Jasmine M.heart icon on user image
    Jasmine MaAugust 24, 2017
    Delicious small plates, cocktails. We had chicken n duck liver pate, roasted carrots, tomatoes+burrata, fried oysters, sweetbreads, mac n cheese for one of the kids. Delicious!
  • Hillary W.
    Hillary WhiteMarch 16, 2018
    We enjoy the relaxed vibe of Urban Solace. We keep going back because the menu is relevant, seasonal and delicious. Their cocktail selection is excellent and the pricing is fair!
  • Jackie J.heart icon on user image
    Jackie J.December 29, 2016
    Great food, service, neighborhood feel. Everything was terrific hamburgers, chicken & dumplings, cheese sandwich, cappachino, key lime pie. Only negative was dirty rag smell near entrance/bar.
  • Pei 👻 W.heart icon on user image
    Pei 👻 WenJune 7, 2016
    Start with the cinnamon rolls and a bucket of biscuits with butter and jam. Then order anything on the brunch menu that contains the word "poached eggs" - won't disappoint.
  • Erwinheart icon on user image
    ErwinFebruary 15, 2015
    Great for date night. New Orleans inspired menu. Great cocktails. Stormy ginger👍. Catch the seafood. (Scallops pictured).
  • Cortney E.
    Cortney EvansAugust 5, 2013
    A study in complexity and balance, every single thing I had a surprising number of layers that more surprisingly showcased each ingredient without getting lost and to me, that makes great food.
  • Connie C.heart icon on user image
    Connie ChiuApril 2, 2017
    So delicious. Love the cheddar chive biscuits, blossom squash, beef cheek polenta, and duckaroni. Do family style and share!
  • Vitamin Yiheart icon on user image
    Vitamin YiFebruary 15, 2016
    Great place for cocktails and a unique take on comfort food. The duckaroni is worth a shot along with the cheese biscuits.
  • El Doostyheart icon on user image
    El DoostySeptember 15, 2015
    Do you like Fernet? They've got a lot behind the bar and you can order flights. Food is always legit and accommodates many tastes.
  • Mo D.
    Mo DysonNovember 29, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Sit at the bar with Cass at Comfort Hour and just get apps. Fried Green Tomatoes with Feta Creme Fraîche - Ahi Chop Chop - Märzen Oktoberfest. So delicious. So simple and comforting. :) <3
  • Joseph L.heart icon on user image
    Joseph LeOctober 24, 2015
    The duck confit is great but is even better with all the sides! So well balanced!
  • Tiffany L.
    Tiffany La ForgeFebruary 24, 2010
    Upscale comfort food in a lovely, intimate restaurant. The Duck Mac and Cheese is amazingly rich, their Cheddar Biscuits with Orange-Honey Butter is a must, & they also prepare Absinthe the right way.
  • Kat S.heart icon on user image
    Kat S.February 25, 2015
    Four cheese grilled cheese sandwich with a side of tomato fennel soup and french fries.
  • Carter G.
    Carter GibsonJanuary 17, 2013
    Chef and owner Matt Gordon has established a loyal following for his unpretentious new American comfort food and popular Bluegrass Brunch.
  • Michael T
    Michael TJune 10, 2012
    Try the Yellowtail Tartare - The cornmeal crackers served with it are a little spicy. Tuna is fresh and dill is an unusual and nice touch..
  • Jesse
    JesseJanuary 27, 2013
    If you don't like Blue Grass Sunday Brunch here, with its full bar, southern style plates to mix 'ish up - that may be your cue that its time to reinvent yourself ... Cause you may just suck.
  • Mike C.
    Mike ChauFebruary 16, 2014
    Try the Warm Cheese Biscuits - With orange honey butter and smoked tomato jam. Wow. This is way too much for one order. So good though.
  • Mark C.
    Mark CJune 4, 2013
    The service was great! Try the chicken and dumplings. They were also great! On-street parking only but the food was worth it.
  • Tim W.
    Tim WattsFebruary 8, 2013
    I enjoyed the atmosphere and the food looks really good. I only had the tomato soup this time around, but I found it very salty. It was reminiscent of pizza sauce I've had.
  • Sara T.heart icon on user image
    Sara TaylorOctober 12, 2017
    Recommend the charcuterie plate and the watermelon salad. Nice outdoor patio that’s shady and quiet.
  • Mike C.
    Mike ChauFebruary 16, 2014
    Try the Monte Diego - Baked egg bread, smoked ham, grilled pears, marinated onions and fontina cheese.
  • Colleen P.
    Colleen PeroneApril 13, 2013
    Ohh the Benny yum yum with Pork or Steak we tried both SO DELISH
  • Maciej
    MaciejMarch 19, 2013
    Get a duroc pork belly. Off the hook. Beef cheek is also great. Great drinks.
  • Melissa K.
    Melissa KudoJune 30, 2012
    Try the BBQ Glazed Duroc Pork Belly, Creamed Corn, Herb Puree, Pickled Tomato Salsa - Tastiest dish I've had in a long time
  • The Feast
    The FeastJune 13, 2011
    The watermelon-tomato salad is a must, esp. this time of year. And we're loving the lamb-bacon meatloaf. Urban is one of North Park's hottest destinations.
  • Tricia H.
    Tricia HowerzylJanuary 4, 2014
    Amazing cocktails and dinner. My friend is the sous chef, so I know it's made with love.
  • Ebbie W.
    Ebbie WilliamsJanuary 4, 2014
    Amazing cheddar biscuits and tomato relish. Definitely come for "blunch" on the weekends!
  • Naima F.
    Naima FinnieNovember 2, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Warm Spinach Salad - That's a soft egg on top, nice chunks of bacon, shaved cheese...very flavorful!
  • Gipsy B.
    Gipsy BloodSeptember 27, 2015
    Their cheese biscuits are indeed to die for.
  • Jon D.heart icon on user image
    Jon DarveauFebruary 1, 2018
    Sit outside and enjoy anything off the menu, it’s all good!
  • Ashley L.
    Ashley LMay 27, 2013
    You must try the Skillet of Duckaroni!! Delicious, one of the best macs I've ever had!
  • Alex Y.
    Alex YangOctober 9, 2011
    Their house burger with all the toppings (especially the bacon--it's special) is one of the best I've ever had.
  • Gay T.
    Gay TravelJanuary 6, 2012
    Gaytravel Hot Spot! Urban has an awesome menu, truly unique cocktails and really cool decor! Tell Bryn (the manager) we say "hello!"
  • TJ
    TJApril 28, 2012
    Try the Eggaroni - Pasta, 3 cheeses, egg and smoked ham in a casserole . Goes perfect with prosecco. Super Yum!
  • Jeffrey L.heart icon on user image
    Jeffrey LambkinApril 16, 2016
    Pork Belly, Cheese Biscuits, Grilled Cheese, Cocktails
  • Mike C.
    Mike ChauFebruary 16, 2014
    Try the Big Mon Bluegrass Cinnamon Roll - With cream cheese icing and butter pecan sauce. Wow.
  • Michael T
    Michael TJune 10, 2012
    Try the Cheese Plate - left to right... Moses Sleeper vermont Cows Milk/ Holey Cow from Paso Robles, CA/ Rimrocker from Bend Oregon..
  • Stephanie M.
    Stephanie MercerApril 24, 2011
    two words: fried picklesmy entire meal here was to die for: fried pickles, tomato + fennel soup, portabello sandwich, and the french fries!!!
  • Allie B.
    Allie BaxterFebruary 14, 2011
    Best grilled cheese ever. Also I tried the Juicy Apple drink and it was so delicious! They no longer have the sweet potato fries :( SO BUMMED.
  • ToryBurch
    ToryBurchMay 6, 2011
    New American comfort food, like warm cheese biscuits with orange-honey butter or mac 'n cheese with blue cheese and duck confit.
  • Naima F.
    Naima FinnieNovember 2, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Duckaroni - This is a side portion, not the entree..PLENTY to enjoy with a salad or to share.
  • David K.
    David KujawaMarch 31, 2011
    Their monte diego is seriously one of the best sandwhiches! And their sweet potato fries! I'm getting hungry just thinking about it.
  • Dougie F.
    Dougie FreshMay 14, 2012
    Try the BBQ Glazed Duroc Pork Belly, Creamed Corn, Herb Puree, Pickled Tomato Salsa - @urbansolace @ibstatguy
  • Midori C.
    Midori ConnollyDecember 16, 2009
    YUM-Me. Great soul food, buttermilk biscuits to die for. HUGE portions, insane bloody mary's, sunday jazz brunch, lovely New Orleans feeling of the patio. Read more
  • Cortney E.
    Cortney EvansAugust 5, 2013
    All the tips about the duckaroni are legit - it IS the best Mac I've ever had.
  • Naima F.
    Naima FinnieOctober 17, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Watermelon and Tomato Salad - Bartender Jesse suggested the avocado, great idea!
  • Tyler T.heart icon on user image
    Tyler TremellingAugust 7, 2014
    Charcuterie plate is always amazing..!!
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