Urban Solace was created out of a desire to bring a new and exciting neighborhood dining concept to San Diego. With a straight-forward dining and service experience, our guests’ comfort is our absolute priority. The menu features a unique combination of American dishes, both classic and cutting edge, and an intriguing wine and crafted beer and cocktail list. All at a great value!

Matt Gordon: Executive Chef

Founding Partner and Executive Chef Matt Gordon is a 21-year veteran of the restaurant industry.He has headed numerous kitchen operations ranging from formal fine dining to bustling, high volume corporate restaurants. Past positions include Executive Chef at the highly acclaimed Willi's Seafood and Raw Bar in Healdsburg, California; Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Department Head at Hospitality Inc (festivities catering, picnic people), a renowned and multi-faceted catering operation in San Diego, California; Executive Chef at Scott's Seafood, in the heart of Silicon Valley; Executive Chef at Gordon Biersch Brewing Company at their flagship location in San Francisco, California; and Executive Sous Chef at Beaver Street Brewery and Whistlestop Café in Flagstaff, Arizona. Urban Solace is the culmination of years of hard work, education and culinary development. Matt's philosophy in the kitchen? Work hard and have a great time doing it! His goal has always been to create a dynamic and fun environment for his staff so that they enjoy coming to work as much as he does.

Scott Watkins: General Manager

Founding partner and General Manager, Scott Watkins has been working in the restaurant industry for 17 years. After all of his hard work in that time, Scott is finally seeing his goals turn to reality with the opening of Urban Solace. Scott has instilled a “comfort service” approach that he hopes will make everybody feel like they have been invited to a dear friend’s house. However, his high expectations for meticulous service assures that each guest’s dining experience will satisfy even the toughest of critics. With his home in North park, Scott takes great pride in his community and wants to be part of its revitalization. He is eager to have his restaurant join the artisan community in celebrating local artists and musicians while adding to the unique culture that North Park has to offer. As a wine and beer lover, Scott promises a varied and unique selection of handcrafted beers and west coast wines.