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In a city known for healthy living and spiritualism, this Sugar House purveyor of exceptional loose-leaf teas, fine wines (by the bottle or in single-serving cans), and light but tasty snacks has a devoted following. Pick your tea from the lengthy menu—the blueberry matcha is a standout—and enjoy it hot, as a latte, or iced.
1944 S. 1100 E, Utah, 84106, USA
Known For
- Dog-friendly patio
- Well-curated wine list
- Decadent drinking chocolates
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
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Celebrated chef-owner Ryan Lowder brings joy with the basics—artful salads, house-made pastas, and charcuterie—and then dazzles with mouthwatering locally sourced dishes, from Cast Iron Mary's Chicken to rainbow trout with charred lemon and Greek yogurt. Stop in at this chic modern downtown bistro before or after a film, gallery tour, or live theater on Salt Lake's Broadway. The youthful Lowder studied with some of the nation's most famous chefs before bringing his own brand of sophisticated American cuisine to his hometown.
111 E. Broadway, Utah, 84111, USA
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- Cocktails and after-dinner drinks next door at Copper Common bar
- Warmly lighted, romantic dining room
- Delicious charcuterie board
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch weekdays
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One of the most memorable and dramatic restaurant experiences in the state, dining in this secluded yurt begins with a guided ¼-mile snowshoe trek beneath a canopy of nighttime stars, and the dinner price—$175 per person—includes rentals, guides, corkage fee, and a grand four-course meal. The seasonally driven menu changes regularly, and The Yurt's chef describes the meal as he prepares it before your eyes in the cozy exhibition kitchen. With seating for just 26, dinners here book up early—reserve well ahead.
12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd., Utah, 84121, USA
Known For
- Unique snowshoeing tour to dinner
- Rich steaks and seafoods
- Festive yet intimate space
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Tues., and in summer. No lunch
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In the Liberty Wells district a little west of Sugar House, this eclectically furnished café with cozy armchairs, rotating art exhibits, and high-ceiling rafters is an inviting place to while away a morning or afternoon. Veggie quiche with house-made aioli, thick-cut sourdough avocado toast, and well-crafted espresso drinks provide sustenance, and there's always good music playing.
390 E. 1700 S, Utah, 84115, USA
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- Diverse crowd
- Sweet chocolate chai lattes
- Almond and chocolate croissants
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In an ornate former bank lobby adjacent to swanky Hotel Monaco, the city's most esteemed hotel restaurant is as notable for its setting as for its exceptional food. The kitchen crafts big plates of seasonally sourced modern American fare, including seared elk loin with berry compote, sea scallops with corn and cannellini beans, and fillet of beef with duck-fat potatoes and truffle aioli. A marble-fronted exhibition kitchen, big windows framed in fanciful hammered metal swirls, and a definite "buzz" make Bambara a hot spot even after many years. You can also dine in the bar, or simply enjoy a cocktail while cozied up in a velvet-lined booth.
202 S. Main St., Utah, 84101, USA
Known For
- Stylish, see-and-be-seen dining room
- Lavishly prepared steaks and seafood
- Outstanding wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner Sun. No lunch
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This cozy branch of a well-established minichain is in an atmospheric old building a few blocks west of the capitol and is a perfect place to relax on the patio with an Earl Grey latte or flat white, maybe while enjoying a slice of raspberry shortbread. It's also a great stop for grabbing cold brew or kombucha to take with you on a hike in nearby City Creek Canyon.
401 N. 300 W, Utah, 84103, USA
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- Sidewalk seating
- Carefully sourced coffees
- Rich pastries and fluffy muffins
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Savory Tibetan food at bargain prices is the big attraction at this small, clean restaurant decorated with brightly colored Tibetan flags. You can indulge in hearty entrées such as spicy potatoes, chicken curry, and beef phingsha, a traditional Tibetan dish with vermicelli noodles, potatoes, dried mushrooms, and spices.
382 4th Ave., Utah, 84103, USA
Known For
- Bargain-priced lunch buffet
- Herbal teas
- Friendly service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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In this comfortable, modern dining room with clean lines and a great location near Trolley Square and 9th and 9th, you might whet your appetite with a selection of cheeses or flatbread, but save room for balsamic-drizzled stone-fired pizzas, hearty baked pastas, and roasted half chicken, all of which vie for attention at this chatter-filled Italian eatery. You'll want to linger for the crème brûlée, flavored martinis, and espresso.
680 S. 900 E, Utah, 84102, USA
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- Terrific weekend brunch
- Enchanting patio with a leafy pergola
- Knowledgeable, friendly service
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Arguably the best culinary destination in the far South Valley, this trendy bistro with exposed airducts and lofty timber-beam ceilings celebrates the region's vibrant agricultural heritage with a menu of seasonally changing farm-to-table cuisine. Steak from Utah ranches and roasted carrots, Korean-fried cauliflower, and other locally sourced ingredients share the menu with craft cocktails and local ales and lagers.
12234 S. Draper Gate Dr., Utah, 84020, USA
Known For
- Lively, chatter-filled dining room
- Extensive collection of hard-to-find premium spirits
- House-made pudding with Luxardo cherry sauce
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No lunch Sat.
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Whether for a flavor-packed snack or a hearty meal, head to this bustling hole-in-the-wall café near the Salt Lake City and County Building for some of the best fried chicken in the city—this Indian-spiced treat is available with veggie curry and rice, hummus and pitas, or in a salad. You'll find plenty of other tasty Indian and Middle Eastern dishes here, too, including falafel wraps, chicken shawarma, vegetable samosas, and masala chai. Alcohol isn't served.
660 S. State St., Utah, 84111, USA
Known For
- No alcohol
- Hot curry fries
- Colorful, quirky decor
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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For more than 40 years, this lively microbrewery inside Trolley Square has offered delicious pub food, house-made beer, loft seating, a sheltered patio, and lots of music and noise. It also offers a great view of the sunset through floor-to-ceiling windows. The menu gets creative with sandwiches such as salmon with pickled ginger-cucumber slaw, whole-meal salads, and Southwestern fare like citrus chicken tacos.
273 Trolley Sq., Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108, United States
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Skip the overpriced breakfast at your downtown hotel and make a beeline for this enchanting Parisian-inspired boulangerie with tiled walls, marble café tables, and sidewalk seating out front. Start the day with beet-avocado toast, stuffed French toast oozing with lemon cream cheese and blueberry compote, or a fruit tart or almond croissant. The espresso and cold brew are first-rate, too.
155 S. Main St., Utah, 84101, USA
Known For
- Short walk to Gallivan Center and Temple Square
- Exquisite French pastries
- French toast stuffed with lemon cream cheese
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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At this cozy neighborhood spot with a leafy covered patio and an intimate dining room with a fireplace, tuck into plates of Spanish pintxos and tapas—ham and cheese croquettes, grilled bread with roasted mushrooms, Moroccan-style lamb skewers—along with shareable larger platters of tagine and paella. The wine list of well-curated Spanish and Portuguese bottles is one of the best in the city.
1513 S. 1500 E, Utah, 84105, USA
Known For
- Hearty Valencia-style paella
- An exceptional wine list
- Sunday brunch with breakfast paella
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Mon.–Sat.
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It's all about the cookie at this delightful little shop whose best sellers include the cobbler-inspired Peachy Keen and the ethereal White Chocolate Raspberry Delight. It's open till 11 pm most nights and midnight on weekends, making it ideal for satisfying your late-night sugar cravings.
432 S. 900 E, Utah, 84102, USA
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- Unusual flavors like pumpkin chai and strawberry banana
- Gooey Brookie (a hybrid of chocolate chip and brownie)
- Ice-cream sandwiches
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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For a sweet treat, stop by this friendly ice-cream parlor and candy shop. Jerry Hatch uses his mother's secret recipe for creamy caramel, and each piece of chocolate is hand-dipped and sold by weight.
376 8th Ave., Utah, 84103, USA
Known For
- Frozen chocolate-dipped bananas
- Espresso drinks, Italian sodas, and decadent hot chocolates
- Milk shakes and sundaes using house-made ice cream
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
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Downtown's largest restaurant patio—with its tranquil reflecting pool, canopy of ornamental trees, and eye-catching murals—is an idyllic setting for boozy weekend brunch with friends, dinner and drinks before a show at nearby Abravanel Hall, or a late-night snack between dance clubs. The reasonably priced contemporary American food is consistently good, too, from the braised Wagyu beef Benedict with truffle Mornay sauce at brunch to ahi tuna tartare and cashew-kimchi bowls for dinner. There's a comfy indoor dining area, too, but it's the outdoor space that makes Ivy & Varley special.
55 W. 100 S, Utah, 84101, USA
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- Gorgeous outdoor space
- Sophisticated cocktails
- Lavender lemon bars with honey mousse
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Named for a historic restaurant district in Ho Chi Minh City, this unassuming eatery south of downtown re-creates the cuisine of southern Vietnam. The menu ranges from traditional basics, like beef-brisket pho and stir-fried crispy egg noodles, to more creative fare, such as walnut shrimp in a creamy white sauce, salt-baked calamari, and a massive hot pot that's perfect for groups of two to four. Portions are huge and service is impeccable.
961 S. State St., Utah, 84111, USA
Known For
- Pho and noodle soups
- Huge portions
- Hot and iced Vietnamese coffee
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No lunch
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Venture a few miles south from downtown to Holladay to enjoy savory Mediterranean dishes—with an emphasis on hearty Moroccan and Middle Eastern grills—in a crisp, contemporary dining space. Tangy spices enliven Old-World favorites, such as shawarma and moussaka, and not-so-common dishes like muhamarra (think hummus but with walnuts) may tempt you away from your comfort zone. Bright walls, big windows, and family-friendly banquettes bring a sun-drenched vibe to the meal.
4751 S. Holladay Blvd., Utah, 84117, USA
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- Combination mezze platters
- Lebanese-influenced cocktails
- Turkish coffee ice cream
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No lunch
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You can't miss this tiny lime green joint, marked by an old sticker-covered car off Fort Union Boulevard and often packed with skiers from the nearby Cottonwood canyons. The kitchen serves tasty, inexpensive Mexican food—including house special fish tacos, handmade tamales, burritos, and plenty of chilled Mexican beer. It seats less than 50, but there's a handy drive-through window for takeout if scoring a table proves challenging.
2265 E. Fort Union Blvd., Utah, 84121, USA
Known For
- Shrimp tacos with cilanto-jalapeño aioli
- Mammoth burritos
- Mexican beers on tap
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. in summer, Reservations not accepted
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There may be no better place in the valley to order a monstrous burger (with intriguing toppings like hickory-smoked pastrami or peanut butter and bacon, plus house-baked buns) and wash it down with a local beer or a shot of whiskey. At this rollicking tavern near Smith's Ballpark baseball stadium, bacon lovers drool over the house-made slices on many signature burgers, but it's hard to resist Fungus Amongus, a burger with mushrooms sautéed in red wine and garlic, topped with Swiss cheese. Dozens of beers and whiskeys are served, including several from Park City's High West distillery.
135 W. 1300 S, Utah, 84115, USA
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- Attractive landscaped patio
- Mammoth burgers
- Locally produced whiskies