Looking for surf-and-turf, sushi, Thai, Indian, contemporary American, brew pub fare, Italian, Middle Eastern or pretty much any other type of cuisine Believe it or not, Salt Lake City's restaurants are as diverse and award-winning as in any major city. But the price tag is generally much, much less than at comparable restaurants in New York or San Francisco.
Most people wouldn't expect to find great cuisine this great in the Rocky Mountains- but Salt Lake's major airport, its financial well-being, and its surprisingly diverse population all contribute to a thriving restaurant scene that provides any kind of meal imaginable for a totally reasonable price. From diner and taco stand to seafood grills and steakhouses, the restaurants offer a wide price, atmosphere, and formality range to fit anyone's desires.
Given all these options, Salt Lake City's locals still have preferences. Use this list to help locate the city's favorites.
18 West Market St.
Contemporary sushi and premium sake in a hip downtown setting...
1500 South 1500 East
New American cuisine influenced by French and Mediterranean flavors...
736 West North Temple
Mole mole!...
680 South 900 East
Fun, a la carte-style, modern Italian...
60 West Market Street
Exquisite desserts and extensive wine list, finest dining in SLC...
2041 South 2100 East
Salt Lake's ultimate breakfast diner...
147 West Broadway
Salt Lake City's favorite brew pub with award winning brews...
754 East South Temple St.
Yummy Thai in elegant Avenues neighborhood...
360 S State St
SLC's favorite downtown Indian (and Nepali) cuisine; famous lunch buffet...
645 South State St E
Beervana - Utah's largest beer selection...
1320 East 200 South
Home of the 23-inch Pizza and the single slice lunch special...
155 West Commonwealth Avenue
Barbeque and blues joint featuring killer smoked meats...
151 South 500 East
Healthful vegetarian food, delightful pastries and psychic readers...
244 South 1300 East
Extensive selection of Greek tapas and Greek wines...
202 S. Main St.
Salt Lake City's new American bistro...
1100 West 7800 South
Gardner Mill
Country meals at the Old Mill...
169 South Main
Salt Lake City's oldest restaurant...
3698 East Fort Union Boulevard
Huge beer selection and killer appetizers close to the ski resorts...
2100 Emigration Canyon
Home cooking diner with killer biscuits, a Salt Lake City classic...
48 Market Street
Suite 250
Salt Lake's finest seafood restaurant featuring a seasonal menu...