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Urth Caffe

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2327 Main St
Santa Monica, CA 90405

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(310) 314-7040
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Urth Caffe - Santa Monica, CA
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Urth Caffe - Santa Monica, CA
Urth Caffe - Santa Monica, CA
Urth Caffe - Santa Monica, CA
Urth Caffe - Santa Monica, CA
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Best

Awesome organic yumminess. The Poach Di Parma is not to be missed and the Urth Granola Bowl is heavenly. Sit outside on the terrace.

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The line outside the door suggests an amazing experience inside, but in fact Urth, once you buy your overpriced tea or coffee and sandwich at the crowded bar (service is negligibl...

Awesome organic yumminess. The Poach 7/9/2012

Awesome organic yumminess. The Poach Di Parma is not to be missed and the Urth Granola Bowl is heavenly. Sit outside on the terrace. more
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That costs extra! 12/26/2011

This was my first time at Urth. The menu was interesting and there was a crowd gathered at the entrance. A host guided us towards the 10 minutes line and handed us a menu so we would be ready to order. I set my sights on a sandwich and a mango smoothie. The mango smoothie was listed as $5.75. As I got to the counter, the mexican cashier who did not speak good english told me there would be an surcharge for my mango smoothie if I did not add a second fruit. He couldn't explain why, just that this is the way it is. I explained that I did not want a mango/pineapple smoothie as he was trying to encourage me to get, I only wanted a mango smoothie and didn't understand why, since it is on the menu, I couldn't order it. Frustrated, I had him remove the mango smoothie. The food arrived shortly after we sat down and it was tasty. Unfortunately, I must leave a poor rating due to the unhelpful staff, the wait time and mainly the fact that they don't honor their menu (my smoothie issue). more
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A great spot for greenbeans 6/2/2011

Skip the Starbucks. We have too much corparatism in our lives. Urth is way cooler. more
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FindACool SANTA MONICA Restaurant 5/9/2011

Came here with ""Ira Todd Klein"" Denise Klein, Jim Brightman and the best time of the whole year. Great food, great atmosphere. more
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love the coffee and everything else too!! 9/19/2010

All I want on a saturday morning is a Spanish Latte from Urth with their amazing Banana Bread pudding with warm milk!! AMAZING, to die for!! Love it! I agree with other peeps, it is a little pricey but I still love it! more
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great coffee great food great vibe! 3/3/2010

This place is great! I love coffee and this place brews the best spanish latte. They've got fresh fresh food. The pecan bun is my favorite. So decadent, goey and crispy. Their sandwichs and salad are also good. I always get the combo half a salad half a sandwich when i'm here for a meal. This is also a great date or hangout spot (more seating space than the one in melrose). The vibe is relaxing. It almost brings you into a whole other world. Although it is a little more than other places they always deliver. If you're looking for great food and drinks served with a smile come to urth caffe! Pros: fresh and friendly Cons: pricey more
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Great food!! 6/18/2009

I love this place. I'm not going to lie- it is a little pricey but you get what you pay for and the food is fresh and great! The service here is also very nice =) I like their oatmeal and quiches. Great place to grab a bite and they make good drinks and desserts!! Pros: Good food & nice atmosphere Cons: Pricey and sometimes small portions!! more
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My ideal brunch spot 2/4/2009

Urth Caffe is one of my favorite self-indulgent weekend brunch spots. UC is a little zen-kissed haven in... more
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My ideal brunch spot 2/4/2009

Stacey Provided by Partner
Urth Caffe is one of my favorite self-indulgent weekend brunch spots. UC is a little zen-kissed haven in the middle of Venice, but close enough ... more
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Great place! The food and atmosphere was great! 1/19/2009

I went here for lunch on a Saturday. The place was packed and the line was long but they kept it moving quickly. We were seated promptly and out food wasbrought out shortly after. I had the grilled chicken breast sandwich with pesto. The bread was nice and crunchy, the chicken was flavorful and they put the perfect amount of pesto on it. The salad was nice and fresh but the dressing was flavorless and they didnt put enough dressing on it. I asked for more and it was never brought. I loved the atmosphere. It was very cute. Great place to bring friends or a date. Pros: Atmosphere, food and service Cons: $20 for a sandwich, small dry salad, drink and cookie. Service was great but they never came back with my dressing! more
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So sick of the lines, especially at lunch 8/5/2008

I wish they would figure out a way to serve lunch so it doesn't take 25-35 minutes to get a salad. If you go anytime between 12 and 2, you will be waiting at least half an hour for your food, even for take out. The food is great, but I would go much more often if they had a better handle on the wait time. more
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My favorite Urth in L.A.! 7/11/2008

One bite of Urth?s creamy and flavorful pumpkin pie with graham cracker crust, and I was instantly a fan of this cafe. The salads and sandwiches at this counter-order cafe always taste so fresh, like there was a farm in the back of the restaurant or something. Plus, their Spanish latte with honey is one of my favorite coffee drinks ever. (The little foam hearts, swirls and swans they decorate your drinks with are just too cute!) The Urth in Santa Monica is my favorite of the cafe's three location in the L.A., because of the adorable, intimate garden in the back with the tiny fountain that makes you feel like you?re in Europe. There are a couple of downsides, though: The Santa Monica Urth is always very crowded, and street parking can be hard to come by. Then there?s that too-tempting dessert case you have to stare at while you wait in line to order that will put your diet in peril! Pros: food, coffee, desserts, patio area Cons: crowds, parking limited more
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Great to go for coffee and dessert! 11/14/2007

Great atomsphere and fun to people watch as there is always a scene! The desserts are delicious and the coffee drinks are always perfect on a cold evening! (when is it cold in LA?) It's a relaxed, casual atomsphere, and fun! more
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tricky service during rush hour, but delicious boba and c... 6/16/2007

tricky service during rush hour, but delicious boba and coffee drinks with amazing pastries. more
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tricky service during rush hour, but delicious boba and c... 6/16/2007

jolg92 Provided by Partner
tricky service during rush hour, but delicious boba and coffee drinks with amazing pastries. more
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pictures in my coffee! 6/11/2007

by kat at Menuism Provided by Menuism
the place where they make pretty designs in the coffee. (sp. spanish latte me thinks), and the BEST pumpkin... more
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pictures in my coffee! 6/11/2007

kat Provided by Partner
the place where they make pretty designs in the coffee. (sp. spanish latte me thinks), and the BEST pumpkin pies (delish crust) on earth. they ha... more
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Great organic food, casual atmosphere 5/30/2007

Urth Cafe has a friendly, inviting atmosphere, and is a great place to people watch. But more importantly, the food is fantastic. Catering to all-organic and some vegan dishes, Urth Cafe is my favorite place to go for healthy food made with fresh ingredients and creative approaches. I especially like their chicken curry panini, and their hummus is good, too. And if you're lucky, you might even see a movie star. This place is ultra-trendy, but I don't even mind because the food is so good. Pros: Great food, great atmosphere, great for people-watching Cons: Parking is tricky more
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Great food- but crowded, pretentious. 5/5/2007

I adore the cuisine at Urth, I go to their West Hollywood location as well. It's just enough portion wise, and very organic. You have to try their pressed coffee if you like it strong. Pros: Amazing food, nice atmosphere if you get a table Cons: Crowded, pretentious, a little pricey more
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One of my favorite places to meet friends for brunch or late night coffee! 2/14/2007

Yes it's a bit pricy, sometimes pertinacious, and can be crowded - but the food is quality, the location is great, the ambiance is tranquil even romantic (patio early morning or after 9pm) . Think of an upscale version of coffee bean. I've gone there for brunch or to meet friends for tea at 11pm. I love this place. I always recommend the patio. The only negative is parking (though they do offer valet, I usually just drive around the block until I find street parking). Pros: Ambience, Patio, Quaint, Great desserts Cons: Street parking can be tough to find more
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  • In Short
    Urth is all-natural inside and out: blonde wood, feathery green papyrus plants and turbinado sugar say it all. Place your order at the counter and then try to nab a spot on the...

  • 7/8/2005 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Mon-Thu. 6:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Fri-Sat. 6:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Sun. 6:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m
  • Payments: Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: West LA, Ocean Park
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