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Bites Nearby: Urban Grille Redefines Casual Dining

With seasonal menus and downhome favorites, Urban Grille gives diners the experience of upscale food in a relaxed atmosphere.

Urban Grille’s catch phrase is “Casual Dining Redefined,”which is a good testament to its upscale menu and atmosphere. From steaks and fish to pizza and burgers the dining concept is an exciting part of Geneva’s eclectic restaurant scene.

Appetizers

The appetizer menu is full of options that would satisfy any palate.

  • The Seared Ahi Sashimi ($14.99) is a shining example of Urban Grille’s refined dining. Sesame and black pepper crusted Ahi tuna is seared rare and chilled, it also comes served with Asian slaw, wasabi oil, sesame vinaigrette and crispy wonton sticks.
  • What was once a snack only found in the south, fried pickles have become the newest trend popping up on restaurant menu’s all over Yankee territory. Urban Grille’s fried pickles ($6.99) are battered and fried, then served with your choice of dipping sauces. 


The Drinks

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Wines are served by the glass or bottle and they have a nice selection of domestic brands ranging from $10 to$16 a glass. Bottles can be enjoyed from around $11. They also serve premium coffees and soft drinks.

Entrees

Urban Grille’s decor lends itself to an open kitchen which shows off their wood burning fireplace where they make delicious flatbread pizzas.

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  • For something less traditional, try the Baja ($12.99) which is made with a roasted salsa base, mozzarella and pepper jack cheeses, roasted poblano peppers, jalapenos, roasted peppers, grilled chicken, whole black beans and cilantro.  
  • The artisan burger menu shines with The Behemeoth ($26.99), and if you have the stomach to finish it, you will earn you recognition on the Urban Grille wall of fame and a free T-shirt. 
  • Their ever-changing specials menu often features delicious dishes such as Blue Crab Ravioli ($22.99), which is made with Maryland Blue Crab claw meat and fresh ricotta cheese. It is served with a fresh spring pesto sauce. 


Desserts

Premium milkshakes ($6) are hand made with Homer’s Ice Cream, and come in a variety of flavors.

The Bantella Panini ($7) is a truly unique dessert made with fresh bananas, cinnamon, and a chocolate/hazelnut spread known across Europe (and now the United States) as Nutella. It is then served on a cinnamon grilled pane bread with whipped cream for dipping.

524 W. State St., Geneva, IL

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