Guidebook for Salt Lake City
Food Scene
This is a local favorite featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. It definitely falls in the "Dives" category. It is known for its Pastrami Burger. It is quirky and delicious and a fun local lunch option.
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íbúar mæla meðCrown Burgers
118 N 300 W8
íbúar mæla meðThis is a local favorite featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. It definitely falls in the "Dives" category. It is known for its Pastrami Burger. It is quirky and delicious and a fun local lunch option.
This is the best place for a quick and tasty lunch. Located in the City Creek Mall's food court, a Salt Lake favorite — Red Iguana — has set up this fast food spot with favorites from their menu. The daily special is always good. If you have more time, check out their main restaurant location at 736 W North Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84116.
Taste of Red Iguana
28 S State St # 110This is the best place for a quick and tasty lunch. Located in the City Creek Mall's food court, a Salt Lake favorite — Red Iguana — has set up this fast food spot with favorites from their menu. The daily special is always good. If you have more time, check out their main restaurant location at 736 W North Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84116.
Eva
317 Main Street47
íbúar mæla meðCan't go wrong with anything on the menu at Eva.
Eva's Bakery
155 Main Street39
íbúar mæla meðEveryone's favorite bakery on Main Street.
This local coffee shop knows what they're doing. Note: They don't offer wifi.
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íbúar mæla meðThree Pines Coffee
62 E Gallivan Ave14
íbúar mæla meðThis local coffee shop knows what they're doing. Note: They don't offer wifi.
You'll probably want to drive or Trax to this one, but it is a favorite for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean Eats.
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íbúar mæla meðLaziz Kitchen
912 Jefferson St W26
íbúar mæla meðYou'll probably want to drive or Trax to this one, but it is a favorite for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean Eats.
This is a charming place in our beautiful neighboring neighborhood, The Avenues. It is great for wine paired with healthy comfort food.
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íbúar mæla meðCucina
1026 2nd Avenue22
íbúar mæla meðThis is a charming place in our beautiful neighboring neighborhood, The Avenues. It is great for wine paired with healthy comfort food.
This is the only restaurant on the hill. Upscale and great for a date night. Reservations recommended. Beautiful patio!
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íbúar mæla meðArlo Restaurant
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íbúar mæla meðThis is the only restaurant on the hill. Upscale and great for a date night. Reservations recommended. Beautiful patio!
Our closest coffee shop. Clean, humble little space a short walk down the hill.
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íbúar mæla meðDistrict Coffee Co.
206 North 200 West7
íbúar mæla meðOur closest coffee shop. Clean, humble little space a short walk down the hill.
Local fast casual mediterranean with delicious doner kebabs and bowls.
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íbúar mæla meðSpitz - Downtown Salt Lake City
35 Broadway29
íbúar mæla meðLocal fast casual mediterranean with delicious doner kebabs and bowls.
Settebello
260 South 200 West33
íbúar mæla meðOur favorite pizza in Salt Lake City.
Pretty Bird Chicken
146 Regent St27
íbúar mæla meðWalking distance delicious Nashville Hot Chicken.
Caffé Molise
404 West 100 South19
íbúar mæla meðOur favorite Italian in Salt Lake City.
Caputo's Market & Deli
314 West 300 South24
íbúar mæla meðFine foods purveyor with local products and sandwhiches.
Drinks & Nightlife
White Horse Spirits & Kitchen
325 Main St21
íbúar mæla meðDon't miss out on a night at Garage on Beck, a thoughtfully curated dive nestled among Salt Lake's refineries. This is a great spot for local music, and if you get a chance to see local favorite 98-year-old Jazz icon Joe McQueen: don't miss it! Try the Mormon Funeral Potatoes.
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íbúar mæla meðGarage on Beck
1199 Beck Street34
íbúar mæla meðDon't miss out on a night at Garage on Beck, a thoughtfully curated dive nestled among Salt Lake's refineries. This is a great spot for local music, and if you get a chance to see local favorite 98-year-old Jazz icon Joe McQueen: don't miss it! Try the Mormon Funeral Potatoes.
There are closer Breweries, but this one has a neat vibe. Specializing in small-batch brews, this brewery was recently brought back to life. The original Fisher was Utah's first brewery post-Prohibition, and family descendants decided it was time for a revival.
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íbúar mæla meðFisher Brewing Company
320 W 800 S45
íbúar mæla meðThere are closer Breweries, but this one has a neat vibe. Specializing in small-batch brews, this brewery was recently brought back to life. The original Fisher was Utah's first brewery post-Prohibition, and family descendants decided it was time for a revival.
Mountain West Cider
425 N 400 WWalking distance cidery with a beer garten and live music.
Sightseeing
The Capitol offers free guided tours at the top of the hour, accessed in the East-side doors.
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íbúar mæla meðUtah State Capitol
350 State Street53
íbúar mæla meðThe Capitol offers free guided tours at the top of the hour, accessed in the East-side doors.
Temple Square
50 N Temple291
íbúar mæla meðEnsign Peak Trail
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íbúar mæla meðThis is an easy hike nearby that offers a great view.
North Main Street
Walk Main Street to check out shops, bars and places to eat.
Entertainment & Activities
Eccles Theater
131 Main St41
íbúar mæla meðOur beautiful new Broadway theater, see what's playing!
This is the best place for independent films paired with imported treats and drinks.
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íbúar mæla meðBroadway Centre Cinemas, operated by Salt Lake Film Society
111 Broadway45
íbúar mæla meðThis is the best place for independent films paired with imported treats and drinks.
Shopping
A beautiful place for shopping or a walk — this mall features a creek with fish running through it and a retractable roof.
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íbúar mæla meðCity Creek Center
50 Main Street271
íbúar mæla meðA beautiful place for shopping or a walk — this mall features a creek with fish running through it and a retractable roof.
Arts & Culture
Every Saturday in the summer check out the Downtown Farmers' and Craft Market — the best place to pick up a local artisan craft or really good ginger beer.
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íbúar mæla meðDowntown Farmers' Market
300 W 300 S17
íbúar mæla meðEvery Saturday in the summer check out the Downtown Farmers' and Craft Market — the best place to pick up a local artisan craft or really good ginger beer.
Parks & Nature
Antelope Island
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íbúar mæla meðFree-roaming bison, beautiful views, a unique visitors center.
Taking the tram up at Snowbird is a great way to take in the beauty of the Wasatch Mountains.
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íbúar mæla meðSnowbird Tram
9600 Little Cottonwood Canyon Rd12
íbúar mæla meðTaking the tram up at Snowbird is a great way to take in the beauty of the Wasatch Mountains.
Red Butte Garden
300 Wakara Way107
íbúar mæla meðBeautiful gardens nestled against the Wasatch Mountain foothills.