Must-see restaurants in Salt Lake City

  • Red Iguana

    Salt Lake City

    Mexico at its most authentic, aromatic and delicious – no wonder the line is usually snaking out the door at this family-run restaurant. Ask for samples…

  • Tosh's Ramen

    Salt Lake City

    Ecstasy by the steaming oversized bowl, Tosh's ramen comes with silken broth and crunchy sprouts, topped with a poached egg if you like it that way. It…

  • Copper Onion

    Salt Lake City

    Locals keep the Copper Onion bustling at every seating…and for good reason: small plates like wagyu bone marrow and pasta carbonara call out to be shared…

  • Oh Mai

    Salt Lake City

    This Vietnamese sandwich kitchen prepares crunchy banh mi baguettes with sweet and spicy fillings such as braised pork belly and jalapeño (that would be …

  • Rye Diner & Drinks

    Salt Lake City

    Call it a modern diner, with a spare look and locally sourced supplies. For an outing with friends it's satisfying and cheap enough. Think fried chicken…

  • Lucky 13

    Salt Lake City

    While no minors are allowed in this divey pub, it's worth a trip for Salt Lake's best burgers. Yes, these misshapen patties with generous toppings, gooey…

  • Avenues Bistro on Third

    Salt Lake City

    An intimate, food-first experience. Enter the tiny house in the Avenues to a handful of tables around an open grill. The owner is seating guests and…

  • White Horse

    Salt Lake City

    Shelves stacked high with top-notch spirits invite you to belly up to the counter and try one of the innovative cocktails mixed here. The trendy downtown…

  • Pago

    Salt Lake City

    Earthy and interesting, with regularly changing mains like Utah red trout or pork belly with butternut tots. Dine at the few sidewalk tables and you'll…

  • Del Mar al Lago

    Salt Lake City

    Get ready for a treat. Chef Wilmer from Trujillo cooks up Peru's best dishes, including ceviche (fish marinated in lime), yucca fries and causas (seasoned…

  • Takashi

    Salt Lake City

    The best of a number of surprisingly good sushi restaurants here in landlocked Salt Lake, and often packed. Even LA restaurant snobs rave about the…

  • Chunga's

    Salt Lake City

    In Salt Lake's Latino neighborhood, Chunga's slices authentic Mexico City–style tacos al pastor (spit-cooked marinated pork tacos topped with chopped…

  • Mazza

    Salt Lake City

    In an inviting space with warm tones and copper highlights, this local favorite consistently delivers well-known fare like kebabs, shawarma and hummus…

  • From Scratch

    Salt Lake City

    A casual eatery focusing on fresh and fast, with bubbly-crust wood-fired pizzas taking center stage. The scratch burger with shoestring onions served on a…

  • Vertical Diner

    Salt Lake City

    If you are not vegan, you might prefer seeking out authentic international eats as opposed to these watered-down versions, but that's not to say Vertical…

  • Over the Counter Cafe

    Salt Lake City

    Hugely popular greasy spoon with booth seating and a convivial counter around an open grill. Regulars love the ancient-grains pancakes, blueberry-lemon…

  • Bagel Project

    Salt Lake City

    Top-notch bagels are made with old-world care by the owners straight outta Jersey. Chewy, simple, satisfying. It also sells bialys (Polish rolls with…

  • Pho Tay Ho

    Salt Lake City

    For steaming bowls of pho garnished with basil, mint and bean sprouts, along with a salty limeade, it's hard to beat this no-frills, bargain restaurant…

  • Squatters Pub Brewery

    Salt Lake City

    Come for an Emigration Amber Ale, stay for the blackened catfish salad. In addition to great microbrews, Squatters does a wide range of American casual…

  • Ruth's Diner

    Salt Lake City

    Once a rail-car diner, creekside Ruth's has expanded into a sprawling institution. Diners love the canyon surrounds – and the eggs Benedict. Summer…

  • Himalayan Kitchen

    Salt Lake City

    A friendly downtown restaurant serving Himalayan classics. Check out the climbing shrine in the adjoining dining room, dedicated to Apa Sherpa, an Everest…

  • Chanon Thai

    Salt Lake City

    Endorsed by frequenters of Southeast Asia, Chanon specializes in spicy, authentic food with plenty of vegetarian offerings. Look for daily specials, like…

  • Les Madelines

    Salt Lake City

    French cafe known for its homemade pastries, artful sandwiches overflowing with greens, and lavender lemonade. There are good breakfasts and monkey bread…

  • Blue Plate Diner

    Salt Lake City

    A hip, retro diner that gets serious about bacon. With a soda fountain, colorful patio and postcards from around the country as decoration.

  • Tin Angel

    Salt Lake City

    It's hard to beat the romance built into this creaky stone cottage. Eclectic vintage china and local art lining the walls give it an even more creative…

  • Lion House Pantry Restaurant

    Salt Lake City

    Down-home, carb-rich cookin' just like your Mormon grandmother used to make. Here it's served cafeteria-style in the basement of a historic house where…

  • Spitz

    Salt Lake City

    Students line up to dine on kebabs, falafel and shoestring fries at shared tables. There's a full bar with draft beer to wash it down.

  • Caputo's Deli

    Salt Lake City

    Stock up on gorgeous cheeses, marinated peppers, fresh sandwiches and pastries at this deli counter and gourmet store.