The Best of Salt Lake City
Food Scene
Excellent service and comfortable atmosphere. Great for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Creative handcrafted cocktail and wine menu.
54 residents recomanen
Café Niche
779 E 300 SExcellent service and comfortable atmosphere. Great for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Creative handcrafted cocktail and wine menu.
Quick and delicious, this modern Asian cafe offers healthy meal options.
22 residents recomanen
Zao Asian Cafe
Quick and delicious, this modern Asian cafe offers healthy meal options.
Current Fish and Oyster
279 E 300 SBest seafood and oysters in town.
Este Pizzeria - Downtown
156 E 200 SNew York style pie with vegan options.
Delicious local Thai cuisine. Order take-out or dine in, but be sure to call for hours ahead. Try their Drunken Noodles!
67 residents recomanen
Sawadee
754 E S TempleDelicious local Thai cuisine. Order take-out or dine in, but be sure to call for hours ahead. Try their Drunken Noodles!
Taqueria 27 Downtown
149 E 200 SAwesome tequila selection with a side of yummy tacos.
Delicious sandwiches with a cause...this place donates to local food banks for every sandwich sold!
51 residents recomanen
Even Stevens Sandwiches
414 E 200 SDelicious sandwiches with a cause...this place donates to local food banks for every sandwich sold!
Modern diner for the hipster in you, definitely check out their weekend brunch menu!
31 residents recomanen
Rye
239 S 500 EModern diner for the hipster in you, definitely check out their weekend brunch menu!
Craft brewery serving elevated pub fare & Sunday brunch in an industrial-chic space with a patio.
65 residents recomanen
Avenues Proper
376 8th AveCraft brewery serving elevated pub fare & Sunday brunch in an industrial-chic space with a patio.
Tulie Bakery
863 E 700 SFresh baked goods, loose tea, and local coffee.
Order some eats through the shared order window and enjoy a cocktail at neighboring Dick & Dixie's
10 residents recomanen
Yoko Ramen SLC
473 E 300 SOrder some eats through the shared order window and enjoy a cocktail at neighboring Dick & Dixie's
Great pizza but order EARLY, wait times can get long.
18 residents recomanen
The Pie Pizzeria - Take Out & Delivery
273 S 1300 EGreat pizza but order EARLY, wait times can get long.
Bubble tea specialist with a selection of other hot & cold drinks, including coffee & slushes.
Kung Fu Tea
464 South 600 EastBubble tea specialist with a selection of other hot & cold drinks, including coffee & slushes.
Classy multilevel restaurant presenting elevated Italian cuisine and a sophisticated wine list.
13 residents recomanen
Stanza Italian Bistro & Wine Bar
454 E 300 SClassy multilevel restaurant presenting elevated Italian cuisine and a sophisticated wine list.
Quirky sweets shop specializing in Italian gelati, plus espresso, Belgian waffles & macarons.
44 residents recomanen
Dolcetti Gelato
902 E 900 SQuirky sweets shop specializing in Italian gelati, plus espresso, Belgian waffles & macarons.
Inventive small plates & rotating New American entrees paired with a large wine list in warm digs.
38 residents recomanen
Cucina
1026 2nd AveInventive small plates & rotating New American entrees paired with a large wine list in warm digs.
Snug, red-brick wall eatery showcasing an eclectic taco menu, plus chips & smoothies.
8 residents recomanen
ROCTACO
248 South Edison StreetSnug, red-brick wall eatery showcasing an eclectic taco menu, plus chips & smoothies.
French-inspired nook with an all-day cafe menu that's renowned for its made-from-scratch desserts.
105 residents recomanen
Gourmandise The Bakery
250 S 300 EFrench-inspired nook with an all-day cafe menu that's renowned for its made-from-scratch desserts.
Known as the "Home of Killer Mexican Food" Red Iguana is the most awarded restaurant in Utah proudly serving unique & traditional dishes created by its founders, the Cardenas family.
71 residents recomanen
Red Iguana 2
866 W S Temple StKnown as the "Home of Killer Mexican Food" Red Iguana is the most awarded restaurant in Utah proudly serving unique & traditional dishes created by its founders, the Cardenas family.
Discover a broad range of Nepalese and Indian cuisines, including tandoori specialties from the tandoor oven.
17 residents recomanen
Kathmandu Grill
212 S 700 EDiscover a broad range of Nepalese and Indian cuisines, including tandoori specialties from the tandoor oven.
Snug eatery with a laid-back vibe offering creative vegan sandwiches, plus salads & cookies.
20 residents recomanen
Buds
509 E 300 SSnug eatery with a laid-back vibe offering creative vegan sandwiches, plus salads & cookies.
Asian fusion venue offering sushi & cocktails in a hip locale with a courtyard & Japanese teahouses.
69 residents recomanen
Sapa
722 S State StAsian fusion venue offering sushi & cocktails in a hip locale with a courtyard & Japanese teahouses.
Modern Japanese fare alongside a selection of meats on skewers prepared the traditional Korean way.
7 residents recomanen
Nohm
165 West 900 SouthModern Japanese fare alongside a selection of meats on skewers prepared the traditional Korean way.
Old-world bagels made by hand, boiled and baked on bagel boards. No sugars, no preservatives. Yes, they are vegan!
30 residents recomanen
The Bagel Project
779 S 500 EOld-world bagels made by hand, boiled and baked on bagel boards. No sugars, no preservatives. Yes, they are vegan!
Compact New American hot spot with inventive dishes, a prime wine list & a buzzy vibe.
107 residents recomanen
Pago
878 S 900 ECompact New American hot spot with inventive dishes, a prime wine list & a buzzy vibe.
Casual venue with an international menu featuring seafood, pasta & meat dishes, plus cocktails.
11 residents recomanen
SLC Eatery
1017 South Main StreetCasual venue with an international menu featuring seafood, pasta & meat dishes, plus cocktails.
Vegetarian and vegan delights are abound here at Zest Kitchen. Tell the owner, Casey, we sent you!
61 residents recomanen
zest kitchen & bar
275 S 200 WVegetarian and vegan delights are abound here at Zest Kitchen. Tell the owner, Casey, we sent you!
Getting Around
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
404 S 300 W
GREENBike Station - 300S 710E Station
710 East 300 SouthNearest GREENBike station easily walkable and within minutes
900 East Station
Nearest TRAX Station serving the Red Line
Sightseeing
Beautiful holiday light display in winter months and colorful floral display in spring and summer.
621 residents recomanen
Plaça del Temple
50 N West TempleBeautiful holiday light display in winter months and colorful floral display in spring and summer.
The University of Utah
201 Presidents' CirSo much going on here!
City Creek Canyon
City Creek Canyon RoadGreat for a morning walk or brisk bike ride
Jardins de Gilgal
749 E 500 SStrange little garden with weird statues...
The centerpiece of Temple Square & the Mormon Church, this ornate structure is a beautiful example of gothic architecture.
47 residents recomanen
Temple de Salt Lake
50 N West TempleThe centerpiece of Temple Square & the Mormon Church, this ornate structure is a beautiful example of gothic architecture.
For over a century, the State Capitol has been one of Utah's most prominent landmarks.
154 residents recomanen
Utah State Capitol
For over a century, the State Capitol has been one of Utah's most prominent landmarks.
The Tabernacle on Temple Square
50 N West TempleGrand performance home to a famous choir.
Usually called the "City-County Building", this historic structure is the seat of government for Salt Lake City and a beautiful display of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture.
9 residents recomanen
City and County Building
451 South State StreetUsually called the "City-County Building", this historic structure is the seat of government for Salt Lake City and a beautiful display of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture.
This magnificent French chateauesque home was completed in 1902 by Thomas and Jennie Kearns, Park City magnates who made their fortune in silver mining. It is now the official residence of the governor of Utah and family.
7 residents recomanen
Governor's Mansion
603 E S TempleThis magnificent French chateauesque home was completed in 1902 by Thomas and Jennie Kearns, Park City magnates who made their fortune in silver mining. It is now the official residence of the governor of Utah and family.
The Olympic and Paralympic Cauldron Plaza is located outside the southwestern corner of Rice–Eccles Stadium on the campus of the University of Utah.
Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Cauldron Park
451 1400 EThe Olympic and Paralympic Cauldron Plaza is located outside the southwestern corner of Rice–Eccles Stadium on the campus of the University of Utah.
Drinks & Nightlife
Dick N' Dixie's
479 E 300 SLocals hangout spot
Bar-X
155 E 200 SThe local hipster's favorite watering hole
Urban Lounge
241 500 ELocal artists every night
Beer Bar
161 E 200 SExciting beer menu, energetic atmosphere
Epic Brewing Company
825 S State StBest local small batch beer in the region
Gastropub serving American eats & cocktails in a buzzy space with live music, TVs and Downtown views.
88 residents recomanen
Gracie's
326 S W TempleGastropub serving American eats & cocktails in a buzzy space with live music, TVs and Downtown views.
Community brewery & taproom serving ales, lagers & eats from local food trucks.
77 residents recomanen
Fisher Brewing Company
320 W 800 SCommunity brewery & taproom serving ales, lagers & eats from local food trucks.
Multi-level bar serving craft cocktails, seafood & bar bites in a sleek, modern setting.
55 residents recomanen
Under Current
270 S 300 EMulti-level bar serving craft cocktails, seafood & bar bites in a sleek, modern setting.
Elevated craft cocktails and locally sourced fare are on offer at this relaxed brick-walled bar.
63 residents recomanen
White Horse Spirits & Kitchen
325 S Main StElevated craft cocktails and locally sourced fare are on offer at this relaxed brick-walled bar.
Specializes in traditional lager beers, but they love to dabble in barrel-aged beers, IPA’s, Sour Beers, and more. If beer isn’t your thing, T.F. also offers a small rotating selection of wine/cider and spirits.
40 residents recomanen
T. F. Brewing
936 S 300 WSpecializes in traditional lager beers, but they love to dabble in barrel-aged beers, IPA’s, Sour Beers, and more. If beer isn’t your thing, T.F. also offers a small rotating selection of wine/cider and spirits.
Craft drinks & global small plates are served in an intimate setting with live music.
96 residents recomanen
Lake Effect
155 W 200 SCraft drinks & global small plates are served in an intimate setting with live music.
Quaint bar serving imaginative craft cocktails & elevated bar bites in a hip, minimalist space.
63 residents recomanen
Water Witch
163 W 900 SQuaint bar serving imaginative craft cocktails & elevated bar bites in a hip, minimalist space.
Stylish bistro with a speakeasy vibe offering New American eats, lots of bourbon & sports on TV.
28 residents recomanen
Bourbon House
19 E 200 SStylish bistro with a speakeasy vibe offering New American eats, lots of bourbon & sports on TV.
TV-filled sports bar serving beers, cocktails & pub grub in a buzzy space with live music & trivia.
52 residents recomanen
The Green Pig Pub
31 E 400 STV-filled sports bar serving beers, cocktails & pub grub in a buzzy space with live music & trivia.
Late-night concert venue featuring cocktails & nightly live performances in an intimate interior.
55 residents recomanen
Urban Lounge
241 500 ELate-night concert venue featuring cocktails & nightly live performances in an intimate interior.
Essentials
Sprouts Farmers Market
6284 S State StFresh, cheap, and very close by!
Maverik
310 900 ENearest convenience store with gas, ATM, hot coffee, and cold beer.
Whole Foods Market
544 S 700 EFresh food for a price
Trader Joe's
634 E 400 SWho doesn't love TJ's?
Smith's Marketplace offers a large grocery as well as home goods, garden center, and more on the upper floor. Smith's Gas station is on the opposite block of the main store location.
144 residents recomanen
Smith's
876 E 800 SSmith's Marketplace offers a large grocery as well as home goods, garden center, and more on the upper floor. Smith's Gas station is on the opposite block of the main store location.
Chill coffeehouse with a stylish, rustic feel & patio tables, for espresso drinks & creative toasts.
56 residents recomanen
Publik Coffee Roaster
502 3rd AveChill coffeehouse with a stylish, rustic feel & patio tables, for espresso drinks & creative toasts.
Simple, relaxed coffee shop with ample outdoor seating, baked goods & free Wi-Fi.
24 residents recomanen
Coffee Noir
1035 E 200 SSimple, relaxed coffee shop with ample outdoor seating, baked goods & free Wi-Fi.
Hip coffee shop providing locally roasted espresso drinks, light fare & pastries in a comfy space.
19 residents recomanen
Nostalgia Café
248 E 100 SHip coffee shop providing locally roasted espresso drinks, light fare & pastries in a comfy space.
Small independent coffee shop featuring freshly roasted beans & brewed-to-order cups of joe.
33 residents recomanen
Jack Mormon Coffee
82 E St ESmall independent coffee shop featuring freshly roasted beans & brewed-to-order cups of joe.
Large but cozy cafe with a selection of gourmet coffees from around the world & handmade desserts.
20 residents recomanen
Salt Lake Roasting Co
820 E 400 SLarge but cozy cafe with a selection of gourmet coffees from around the world & handmade desserts.
Arts & Culture
Museu Leonardo
209 E 500 SExcellent exhibits and museum
Great indie films and local atmosphere all year. Sundance Film Fest in January.
86 residents recomanen
Broadway Centre Cinemas, operated by Salt Lake Film Society
300 SouthGreat indie films and local atmosphere all year. Sundance Film Fest in January.
Vivint Smart Home Arena
301 S TempleConcerts and more
An eclectic, mixed-use entertainment destination located in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City.
158 residents recomanen
The Gateway
400 W 200 SAn eclectic, mixed-use entertainment destination located in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City.
The museum shows exhibits of natural history subjects, with an emphasis on Utah and the Intermountain West.
281 residents recomanen
Natural History Museum of Utah
301 Wakara WayThe museum shows exhibits of natural history subjects, with an emphasis on Utah and the Intermountain West.
Catedral de la Madeleine
331 E S TempleOrnate 1909 church with vibrant murals.
Everything Else
Centre de Convencions Salt Palace
90 S W Temple StConventions, shows, meetings, etc.
The Kura Door
1136 E 3rd AveThe most perfect spa retreat in town, a must on your list!
Huntsman Cancer Institute
2000 Cir of Hope DrTop rated cancer treatment facility.
Welcome to Salt Lake! Salt Lake City's International airport. Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest and United fly 26 million annually.
65 residents recomanen
Aeroport Internacional de Salt Lake City
776 N Terminal DrWelcome to Salt Lake! Salt Lake City's International airport. Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest and United fly 26 million annually.
Primary Children's Hospital
100 Mario Capecchi DrTop rated childrens hospital
Salt Lake Regional Medical Center
1050 E S TempleNearest hospital location
Haircuts start at just $30 and include an old fashioned soda pop, hot lather neck shave, and a shoulder massage. No appointments necessary, except for face shaves. We are a full service barber shop.
Jed's Barber Shop
212 S 700 EHaircuts start at just $30 and include an old fashioned soda pop, hot lather neck shave, and a shoulder massage. No appointments necessary, except for face shaves. We are a full service barber shop.
Now known as Hair+Lab, this local studio is a hidden gem for beauty treatments. Tell Thida and Tuan (the owners) that we sent you!
Studio H2O Salon
718 East 3900 SouthNow known as Hair+Lab, this local studio is a hidden gem for beauty treatments. Tell Thida and Tuan (the owners) that we sent you!