Urge has one location in Rancho Bernardo that opened in 2015, and the Oceanside location opened in January, 2016. It's actually called a gastropub and whiskey bank. Besides classic comfort foods which they've taken to another level, they have wonderful salads, soups, and entrees, all using locally sourced produce. They have an enormous and eclectic selection of some of the worlds finest whiskeys. That has no appeal to me, but they also serve locally crafted beer, ale and wine. There is really something for everyone at Urge.
I loved the mix of people at Urge. Often gastropubs cater to the younger crowd, but not this place. Lots of families with children, senior citizens and young men and women. Everyone felt welcome. I tried the fish and chips, which was delicious. The fish was fried in a beer batter, and was crisp and fresh. It was served with delicious french fries and home made cole slaw. It was enough to split. Ron ordered a plain hamburger. They had many fancy burgers on the menu, but he wanted just an old fashioned burger and fries. It was cooked to perfection, and he ate the whole thing. Unfortunately we had no room left to try the drunken carrot slab or fried butterscotch bread pudding, but I know what to do next time. I will split my meal with someone, or order off the shared plates portion of the menu.
Shared plates included crispy calamari, beer cheese fries, stuffed medjool dates, and crispy brussels sprouts. Soups and salads sounded delicious, and included tomato bisque, chicken tortilla soup, and wild spinach and farro salad. There is something for everyone to enjoy at this great new gastropub in Oceanside.
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