SC18 - Restaurant and Bars
- Brian McBride
- Jacob Reed
Owned by Brian McBride
Restaurants
| Name | Type | Price | Description | Address | Website | Phone | Near Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alamexo Mexican Kitchen | Mexican | $$ | Casual haunt serving up modern Mexican cuisine plus tequilas, mezcals & cervezas. | 268 S. State St. | http://www.alamexo.com | 801-779-4747 | |
| Aristo’s Greek Restaurant | Greek | $$ | Vibrant student haunt with streetside patio offering hearty Greek dishes like dolmas & skordalia. | 244 S. 1300 E. | http://www.aristosslc.com/ | 801-581-0888 | ✓ |
| Avenues Proper | American | $$$ | Craft brewery serving elevated pub fare & Sunday brunch in an industrial-chic space with a patio. | 376 8th Ave. | http://www.avenuesproper.com | 385-227-8628 | |
| Bambara | New American Cuisine | $$ | Inspired New American bistro serving seasonal fare, cocktails & fine wines in the hip Hotel Monaco. | 202 Main St | https://bambara-slc.com/ | 801-363-5454 | |
| The Bayou | American | $$ | Buzzy eatery & bar offering Cajun-inspired fare & pub grub plus an extensive beer list & live music. | 645 S. State St. | http://utahbayou.com | 801-961-8400 | |
| Beer Bar | Bar, German | $$ | Roomy, modern hangout supplying 140+ brews & beer cocktails, plus gourmet sausages & hand-cut fries. | 161 E. 200 S. | http://www.beerbarslc.com | 385-259-0905 | |
| Brass Smoothies | Smoothies | $$ | We're doing smoothies in a stylish way that everyone can enjoy! | 925 E. 900 S. Suite 103 | http://www.brasssmoothies.com | 801-208-6542 | |
| Bruges Waffles & Frites | Sandwiches | $$ | European-style chain with an inventive menu of waffles, sandwiches & authentic Belgian fries. | 336 W. 300 S | http://brugeswaffles.com | 801-363-4444 | |
| Bud's Sandwiches | American, Sandwiches, Vegetarian, Vegetarian Options, Vegan, Vegan Options | $$ | Snug eatery with a laid-back vibe offering creative vegan sandwiches, plus salads & cookies. | 509 E. 300 S. | http://www.budsslc.com | ||
| Café Shambala | Asian, Tibetan | $$ | Down-to-earth, family-owned eatery for classic Tibetan food, including vegetarian & vegan dishes. | 382 4th Ave. | https://www.yelp.com/biz/café-shambala-salt-lake-city-2 | 801-364-8558 | |
| Caffé Molise | Italian | $$ | Art-filled trattoria serving Northern Italian fare & unique wines in cozy digs with a garden patio. | 55 W. 100 S. | http://www.caffemolise.com | 801-364-8833 | |
| Café Niche | American | $$ | Concrete & wood make up the mod backdrop for this American bistro specializing in area-sourced fare. | 779 E. 300 S. | https://www.caffeniche.com | 801-433-3380 | |
| Chanon Thai Cafe | Vegetarian Options, Thai, Asian | $$ | Well-known neighborhood eatery serving Thai favorites & spicy specialties in a simple setting. | 278 E. 900 S. | http://chanonthai.com | 801-532-1177 | |
| Chile-Tepin | Mexican | $$ | Open, casual surrounds doling out a menu of Mexican favorites alongside margaritas & cerveza. | 307 W. 200 S. | https://www.yelp.com/biz/chile-tepin-salt-lake-city | 801-883-9255 | |
| Copper Common | American | $$ | Sophisticated bar & restaurant featuring craft cocktails, refined New American fare & a patio. | 111 Broadway #190 | http://coppercommon.com/ | 801-355-0543 | |
| Copper Onion | American | $$$ | Locally sourced New American fare, cocktails & brunch in a modern setting with plenty of buzz. | 111 E. Broadway | http://www.thecopperonion.com | 801-355-3282 | |
| Cucina Wine Bar | American | $$ | Inventive small plates & rotating New American entrees paired with a large wine list in warm digs. | 1026 2nd Ave. | https://cucinaslc.com/ | 801-322-3055 | |
| Current Fish & Oyster | Seafood | $$$ | Industrial-chic bar & eatery offering regional, sustainable seafood plates in a historic building. | 279 E. 300 S. | https://www.currentfishandoyster.com | 801-326-3474 | |
| Desert Edge Brewery | American, Brewpub, Sandwiches | $$ | Laid-back, open late cafe & microbrewery serving light sandwich & salad fare along with beers. | 273 Trolley Square | http://www.desertedgebrewery.com | 801-521-8917 | |
| The Eklektik | Fusion | $$ | Eclectic eatery, art space & event venue with an emphasis on sustainability throughout. | 60 E. 800 S. | http://theeklektik.com | 385-528-3675 | |
| Em's Restaurant | American | $$ | Intimate destination for eclectic American dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients. | 271 N. Center St. | http://emsrestaurant.com | 801-596-0566 | |
| Este Pizzeria | Pizza | $$ | Pint-sized urban hangout putting out clever takes on East Coast-style pizzas & calzones. | 156 E. 200 S. | http://www.estepizzaco.com | 801-363-2366 | |
| Eva | Mediteranian, American | $$ | Mediterranean-inspired eatery serving small plates & specialty cocktails in a stylish setting. | 317 S. Main St. | https://www.evaslc.com | 801-359-8447 | |
| Gourmandies Bakery | Bakery | $$ | French-inspired nook with an all-day cafe menu that's renowned for its made-from-scratch desserts. | 250 S. 300 E. | https://www.gourmandisethebakery.com | 801-328-3330 | |
| HSL | American | $$ | Upscale American eats & craft cocktails are offered in chic, contemporary digs with mood lighting. | 418 E. 200 S. | hslrestaurant.com/ | 801-539-9999 | |
| Himalayan Kitchen | Nepalese, Asian, Vegetarian Options | $$ | Cheery mainstay known for its unpretentious Indian & Nepalese standards & expansive lunch buffet. | 360 S. State St. | http://himalayankitchen.com | 801-328-2077 | |
| House of Tibet | Asian, Tibetan | $$ | Comfy spot adorned with colorful prayer flags offering a Tibetan & Indian menu, plus a lunch buffet. | 145 E. 1300 S. | http://houseoftibetsaltlakecity.com | 801-364-1376 | |
| Indochine | Vietnamese | $$ | Go-to spot for University of Utah students features pho, chicken curry & more in a casual space. | 230 S. 1300 E. | http://www.indochinesaltlake.com | 801-582-0896 | ✓ |
| Kathmandu Grill | Asian, Indian, Nepalese, Vegetarian Options | $$ | An ample selection of Indian & Nepalese dishes, including a lunch buffet, in a strip-mall eatery. | 212 S. 700 E. Ste. D | http://http://kathmandugrillutah.com | 801-355-0454 | |
| Krua Thai Restaurant | Thai, Asian, Vegetarian Options | $$ | Inviting Southeast Asian bistro popular for traditional curry & noodles plus daily lunch specials. | 212 500 S. | http://kruathaiut.com | 801-328-4401 | |
| Laziz Kitchen | Mediteranian | $$ | Modern, airy cafe for Lebanese shareable plates & pastries served all day, plus coffee, wine & beer. | 912 Jefferson St. | http://lazizkitchen.com | 801-441-1228 | |
| Manoli's | Greek | $$ | Unique, locally sourced Greek small plates, plus weekend brunch & clever cocktails in modern digs. | 402 E. Harvey Milk Blvd. #2 | http://www.manolison9th.com | 801-532-3760 | |
| Mazza Middle Eastern Cuisine | Middle Eastern, Vegetarian Options | $$ | Cozy neighborhood Middle Eastern eatery presenting vegan & vegetarian choices plus Lebanese wines. | 1515 S. 1500 E | http://mazzacafe.com | 801-484-9259 | |
| Mazza Middle Eastern Cuisine | Middle Eastern, Vegetarian Options | $$ | Cozy neighborhood Middle Eastern eatery presenting vegan & vegetarian choices plus Lebanese wines. | 912 E 900 S. | http://mazzacafe.com | 801-521-4572 | |
| Oasis Cafe | Vegetarian Options | $$ | Quaint eatery serving creative fare & veggie options in an art-filled setting with a lush patio. | 151 S. 500 E. | https://www.oasiscafeslc.com | 801-322-0404 | |
| Pago | American | $$$ | Compact New American farm-to-table hot spot with inventive dishes, a prime wine list & a buzzy vibe. | 878 S. 900 E. | http://pagoslc.com | 801-532-0777 | |
| The Pie Pizzeria - Underground | Pizza | $$ | Quirky pizzeria in a dimly lit space decorated with graffiti that makes its pizzas from scratch. | 1320 E. 200 S. | http://thepie.com | 801-582-5700 | ✓ |
| Pig & a Jelly Jar | American | $$ | Funky fixture preparing a locally sourced menu of American comfort foods with a contemporary twist. | 401 E. 900 S. | http://pigandajellyjar.com | 385-202-7366 | |
| Porcupine Pub & Grille | Pub | $$ | Bustling destination serving pub fare, microbrews & brunch in a historic former firehouse. | 258 S. 1300 E. | http://porcupinepub.com/ | 801-582-5555 | ✓ |
| Proper Burger Co. | American, Burgers | $$ | A casual burger joint offering a long list of inventive options paired with company brewed beers. | 865 Main St. | http://www.properburgerslc.com | 801-906-8604 | |
| Publik Eds | Breakfast | $ | Classic breakfast/coffee stop, recently refurbished | 210 S. University St. | https://www.slcmenu.com/2018/08/16/publik-eds-menu/ | 385-522-2487 | ✓ |
| Red Iguana | Mexican | $$ | Bustling, family-run Mexican cafe serving signature mole plus traditional & gluten-free favorites. | 736 W. North Temple | http://www.rediguana.com | 801-322-1489 | |
| Red Iguana 2 | Vegetarian Options | $$ | Bustling, family-run Mexican cafe serving signature mole plus traditional & gluten-free favorites. | 866 W. South Temple | http://www.rediguana.com | 801-214-6050 | |
| Rodizio Grill | Brazilian, Steak | $$ | Outpost of a Brazilian steakhouse chain offering skewered meats carved tableside plus a salad bar. | 600 S. 700 E. | https://www.rodiziogrill.com | 801-220-0500 | |
| Rose Establishment | Vegetarian Options, Vegan Options, Sandwiches, Coffee, Bakery | $$ | Hip, down-home coffeehouse with exotic beans & loose-leaf tea, plus in-house bakery & sandwich menu. | 235 S. 400 W. | http://theroseestb.com | 801-990-6270 | |
| Rye SLC | Fusion, Asian | $$ | Industrial-chic venue serving breakfast & Asian-fusion fare, plus craft cocktails, until late. | 239 S. 500 E. | http://www.ryeslc.com | 801-364-4655 | |
| Sage's Cafe | Vegetarian, Vegetarian Options, Vegan, Vegan Options | $$ | Buzzy bar & eatery preparing seasonal vegetarian small plates & craft cocktails in casual surrounds. | 368 E. 100 S. | https://www.sagescafe.com | 801-322-3790 | |
| Sawadee Thai | Vegetarian Options, Thai, Asian | $ | Family-owned eatery serving Thai favorites (curries, noodles, veggie fare & more) in bright digs. | 754 E. South Temple St. | http://sawadee1.com | 801-328-8424 | |
| Settebello | Pizza Napoletana | $$ | Buzzy venue serving authentic Neapolitan pies along with salads, gelato, wine & beer in casual digs. | 260 S. 200 W. | http://settebello.net/ | 801-322-3556 | |
| Siegfried's Delicatessen | German | $ | Busy, kitschy deli & marketplace presenting traditional German specialties & imported groceries. | 20 W. 200 S. | http://siegfriedsdelicatessen.com/ | 801-355-3891 | |
| Spitz | Mediteranian, Vegetarian Options | $$ | Mediterranean street food, falafel, craft beer, and fresh sangria | 35 Broadway St. | http://spitzslc.com | 801-364-0286 | |
| Squatters Pub | Vegetarian Options, American, Brewpub | $$ | Flagship of a relaxed microbrewery chain crafting seasonal & year-round beers & eclectic pub grub. | 147 W. Broadway | https://squatters.com | 801-363-2739 | |
| Stanza Italian Bistro and Wine Bar | Italian | $$ | Classy multilevel restaurant presenting elevated Italian cuisine & a sophisticated wine list. | 454 E. 300 S. | https://www.stanzaslc.com | 801-746-4441 | |
| Tacqueria 27 | Mexican | $$ | This Mexican eatery serves contemporary takes on Latin American street foods plus high-end tequilas. | 149 E. 200 S. | http://www.taqueria27.com | 385-259-0940 | |
| Takashi | Japanese, Sushi | $$$ | Japanese eatery & sushi bar featuring signature rolls & a big sake list in hip, contemporary digs. | 18 W. Market St. | https://www.yelp.com/biz/takashi-salt-lake-city | 801-519-9595 | |
| Tosh's Ramen | Japanese | $$ | Best Ramen in Utah | 1465 S. State St. | http://www.toshsramen.com/ | 801-466-7000 | |
| Tradition | American | $$$ | Global comfort bites (plus pie for dessert) are served in an airy, laid-back setting. | 501 E. 900 S. | http://www.traditionslc.com | 385-202-7167 | |
| Trio Cafe | Italian, Pizza | $$ | Stylish Italian eatery serving wood-fired pizzas & unique wines in contemporary digs with a patio. | 680 S. 900 E. | http://www.triodining.com | 801-533-8746 | |
| Tulie Bakery | Sandwiches, Coffee, Bakery | $$ | Elevated, neighborhood bakeshop for seasonal French pastries, sandwiches & carefully sourced coffee. | 863 E. 700 S. | http://www.tuliebakery.com | 801-883-9741 | |
| Yoko Ramen | Asian, Japanese | $$ | Japanese pork, chicken & vegan ramen, plus gyoza & sandwiches, prepared in a relaxed, sunny space. | 473 E. 300 S. | https://www.yokoramenslc.com | 801-876-5267 | |
| Zest Kitchen & Bar | Vegetarian, Vegetarian Options, Vegan, Vegan Options, Gluten Free | $$ | Slick, over-21 restaurant featuring vegetarian & vegan fare, cocktails, DJ-mixed tunes & dancing. | 275 S. 200 W. | https://www.zestslc.com | 801-433-0589 |
Bars
| Name | Price | Description | Address | Website | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bar X & Beer Bar | $$ | Roomy, modern hangout supplying 140+ brews & beer cocktails, plus gourmet sausages & hand-cut fries. | 161 E. 200 S. | http://www.beerbarslc.com/ | 801-355-2287 |
| The Bayou | $$ | Buzzy eatery & bar offering Cajun-inspired fare & pub grub plus an extensive beer list & live music. | 645 S. State St. | https://www.utahbayou.com/ | 801-961-8400 |
| Bodega | $$ | Hip tavern with a speakeasy vibe offering eclectic bites such as beer-can chicken, plus cocktails. | 331 Main St. | http://www.bodega331.com/ | 801-532-4042 |
| Copper Onion | $$$ | Locally sourced New American fare, cocktails & brunch in a modern setting with plenty of buzz. | 111 E. Broadway | http://www.thecopperonion.com | 801-355-3282 |
| Epic Brewing | $$ | Best local brewery in the state | 825 State St. | https://www.epicbrewing.com/ | 801-906-0123 |
| Lucky 13 | $$ | Best burger in the state | 135 W. 1300 S. | https://www.lucky13slc.com/ | 801-487-4418 |
| Purgatory | $$ | Bar snacks with a twist & craft cocktails are offered in a modern space with an industrial feel. | 62 E. 700 S. | http://www.purgatorybar.com/ | 801-596-2294 |
| Squatters Pub | $$ | Flagship of a relaxed microbrewery chain crafting seasonal & year-round beers & eclectic pub grub. | 147 W. Broadway | https://squatters.com | 801-363-2739 |
| Water Witch | $$ | Snug bar serving imaginative craft cocktails & elevated bar bites in a hip, minimalist space. | 163 W. 900 S. | http://waterwitchbar.com/ | 801-462-0967 |
| Whiskey Street | $$ | Vintage-chic lounge & eatery featuring imaginative American bites & a huge beer & whiskey selection. | 323 Main St. | https://www.whiskeystreet.com/ | 801-433-1371 |
Coffee
| Name | Price | Description | Address | Website | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alchemy Coffee | $ | Creative coffee shop serving up fresh-brewed drinks, plus food, in a cozy, casual setting. | 390 E. 1700 S. and 271 Center St. W. | http://www.alchemycoffee.com/ | 801-322-0735 |
| Blue Copper Coffee | $ | Coffee roaster offering beans from global sources by the pound, or brewed in a cozy space. | 179 W. 900 S. | http://bluecopperslc.com | 801-222-7046 |
| Salt Lake Roasting Company | $ | Large but cozy cafe with a selection of gourmet coffees from around the world & handmade desserts. | 820 E. 400 S. | http://www.roasting.com/ | 801-363-7572 |
| Raw Bean Coffee | $ | Locally roasted coffee & baked goods available via a drive-thru or in a hip interior with WiFi. | 611 S. W. Temple | http://rawbeancoffee.com/ | 801-990-2326 |
| The Rose Establishment | $ | Hip, down-home coffeehouse with exotic beans & loose-leaf tea, plus in-house bakery & sandwich menu. | 235 S. 400 W. | http://theroseestb.com/ | 801-208-5569 |