Urbano Cafe

We had a fantastic experience at Urbano for Valentine's Day. The food was great, and our server Johnny was amazing. Very affable and helpful. Here's what we got:App:- Cioppino: Fantastique!Entrees:- Lobster risotto: undeniable best lobster risotto I've had in my life! The risotto was cooked perfectly and paired exceptionally well with the lobster. There was even a citrusy taste to the meal that was simply *chef's kiss*. At the time of the review, this wasn't part of the regular menu. It was on the Valentine's Day menu. Hopefully this item makes it to their permanent menu as well!- DUCK & PEPPERS Agradolce: the duck was prepared well and actually tasted akin to a good piece of steak! Which was interesting because duck usually tastes closer to chicken Sides:- GNOCCHI ALLA "MAC & CHEESE": If you don't like really cheesy stuff, I wouldn't recommend. My wife enjoyed this and it was also highly recommended by our server- BROCCOLI RABE & GARLIC: meh. Would try something else. Dessert:- Tiramisu: Would not recommend. The risotto was the best I'd ever had, but this tiramisu definitely wasn't. The coffee flavor was far too potent. The restaurant was quaint and very much what you'd consider a hidden gem. The atmosphere, along with the risotto and our server made this a splendid experience. Had it not been for the sides and dessert, this place would undoubtedly received 5 stars.

My wife and I went back for Valentine's Day after not visiting for over a year because we thought the restaurant had closed. Once I learned the restaurant was still open but under new management, I called right away to make reservations. The food was good but not as good as it used to be under the old owners, the menu has changed and a lot of our favorites were gone, like the Steamed Mussels, which we considered the best we ever had. The prices have gone up as well, I think almost double what they used to be. The service was great as always. It's a shame, it was the only restaurant that we would repeatedly visit. Won't be going back.

This was such a cute Italian neighborhood spot. The inside is very cozy. We ordered the duck and a pasta dish both were great. The service was quick and friendly.

I've been meaning to have dinner here and heard great things--it's all true! Wish I would have come sooner. Loved the intimate setting and the food was fresh and delicious! The BYOB/Wine really makes for a smooth experience. Highly recommended

Delicious food, kind (and hilarious) staff, and a vibe I have never felt and only seen in movies. If I were to step into an Italian restaurant in Italy, I would want nothing but an experience like this. No music, just a small room filled with conversations and glasses chiming. The kitchen was small and exposed, making an intimate connection with the chefs and our food. I would LOVE to come here again, check them out for a date night or a business meeting, one that requires no talking as you're forced to indulge in the spectacular food, of course.

Date night fun After an amazing photography session our photographer Rush recommended Urbano Cafe for dinner. Rush was on point the scenery was walking into a warm grandma's dinner room, soft lighting with earth tone colors. The manager was friendly and advised us they preferred reservations but can fit us in now. They open at 5:00pm we got there 5:18pm. The food was amazing we highly recommend you make a reservation and get some Italian home cooking. FYI BYOB no worries Jimmys is next for they have an excellent wine selection.

Cute little hole in the wall place. Husband and I sat at the bar and the woman there with the glasses was very sweet and attentive! Loved that they offered BYOB! I ordered chicken pesto, it was delicious but I was surprised by the lack of chicken for a dish that's called the chicken pesto dinner for nineteen dollars lol would order again tho ! My husband got the crispy duck breast and to be honest i felt sorry for him for ordering that. 31 dollars for a under average duck breast and sad looking sides. I think it could have been better for the cost of that dish ‍

We don't dine out often as my wife is a chef and Texas' restrictive BYOB laws limit opportunities to bring any of our aged wines into restaurants. We first visited Urbano Cafe 6-7 years ago after moving here and hadn't returned as its quite a ride from our home but we'll definitely return in the coming months after last nights experience.Restaurant was rather quiet on this Sat following Thanksgiving. Our friendly server had apparently worked here for years and offered suggestions on the items we were considering. Appreciated the fried zuchini chips brought out as a shared amuse. We shared appetizers, kobe meatballs and a clams casino special. Both were solid, and the marinara / garlic bread that accompanied the meatballs were flavorful.We also enjoyed our mains, Seafood Pasta and Panko-Crusted Salmon. Kitchen even sent out a comp'd side as a thanks for driving the distance to check them out again. Service was attentive and was impressed to see Riedel wine glasses set on each table. Corkage was $20 for the bottle we brought, and the wines I recognized from their list were given a minimal markup. Won't wait so long for our next return visit.

Urbano was my favorite restaurant until I went tonight with their new menu. I was super disappointed several of my favorite dishes are no longer on the menu. What happened to the chicken pesto pasta and the risotto balls? The meatballs and the duck? The portions were much smaller and the prices were more expensive. We ordered 2 apps and 3 mains to share and we left still hungry. I'm not sure we will come back with the current menu. I'm so sad about the changes for a once fantastic restaurant.

As a long time patron I love being here every week or two for the fresh tastes, super personalized Service; high IQ Wine offerings and cozy ambiance. I wish St Martins would refresh their tired approach towards what Urbano and Chef Oseas provide nightly.Try it, it is magical every time .