Best Seasonal Restaurants in Downtown

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

Salt Lake City

Neighborhoods

DowntownHolladay / Midvale / Sandy / UnionMurraySalt Lake City

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

26 restaurants available nearby

1. Bambara

4.4

Awesome(3049)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Downtown

Booked 31 times today

Bambara, located within the vibrant Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City, is a modern bistro renowned for its impeccable service and stylish ambiance. Since its inception and through the extensive renovation and re-haul this year, Bambara continues to set the tone for the Salt Lake culinary landscape, consistently ranking as one of the best places to dine.An ideal choice for both hotel guests and devoted locals, Bambara offers the ideal setting for celebrating cherished moments with loved ones, indulging with friends, dining with colleagues, or seeking a pre/post-theater bite. Nestled in a historically significant bank lobby adorned with original arched 10ft windows, this centrally located restaurant boasts a seasonal rotation of dishes that celebrate the local bounty of fish, game, and vegetable.

2. Caffe Molise

4.7

Exceptional(3527)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 64 times today

Occupying the historic Eagles Building on the corner of 400 South and West Temple street downtown, Caffe Molise opened in 1993 serving lunch and dinner daily. Featuring daily specials for lunch and dinner, with made-to-order appetizers, fresh and imported Italian pastas, main dishes and delectable desserts, we have been a fixture of Salt Lake City for 30 years. Staff favorites include our Ravioli con Zucca, the Arista, and Pappardelle al Sugo.Peruse our award-winning wine and drinks menus including our seasonal craft cocktails. When the weather is warm, enjoy our outdoor patio. Seating is limited; we request that guests keep dining to a 2 hour limit. Reservations are recommended; walk-ins are welcome. We are also available for curbside pick-up and gift card purchase. Cheers!

3. The Rest

4.4

Awesome(1034)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

Bodega is the street level Tavern, that offers no frills cocktails in addition to draft beer and shots. With a reservation, or if allowed admission from the Bartender upstairs, you can experience The Rest. It is a subterranean gem that looks like a bar that Hemingway would have built. Dark wood, taxidermy, old books and plenty of good whiskey. Perfect place for privacy and escaping the world for a minute... Or hours.

4. Eva

4.8

Exceptional(1019)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Salt Lake City

Booked 49 times today

Located in the heart of Salt Lake City’s downtown district, Eva is a beloved dining destination known for its bold Mediterranean-inspired small plates and warm, intimate atmosphere. Eva is dedicated to and named after chef Charlie Perry's great grandmother. Eva Coombs passed on her respect for quality ingredients, an emphasis on the nourishing benefits of food and most importantly, the shared pleasure of eating. At Eva, our shared plates promote a communal sense of enjoyment. We have an extensive and varied small plates menu, craft cocktails and hand picked wine list. In addition to being a popular "pre-show" dining venue, Eva provides a "from scratch" dining experience so please plan on approximately an hour and a half for us to execute the best possible experience. We are in the heart of downtown so we love walk-in traffic! We hope to see you soon!

5. Ivy & Varley

4.0

Excellent(899)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Salt Lake City

Booked 10 times today

Located in the heart of Salt Lake City, Ivy & Varley are a duo of a modern American bar and restaurant that offers guests an eclectic cuisine. Ivy & Varley boast some of the most unforgettable atmospheres in the city, including the largest outdoor patio that downtown has to offer. Ivy & Varley are 21+ establishments.

A photo of The Melting Pot - Salt Lake City restaurant

6. The Melting Pot - Salt Lake City

4.6

Exceptional(364)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown

Booked 43 times today

HOW DO YOU FONDUE? If rich, creamy cheeses and chocolates sound like your kind of scene, grab a few friends and meet for conversation, cocktails and some of the best food you’ve ever experienced. The Melting Pot invented the Art of Fondue just for people like you.

A photo of P.F. Chang's - Salt Lake City restaurant

7. P.F. Chang's - Salt Lake City

4.2

Awesome(111)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

A photo of Taqueria 27 - Downtown SLC restaurant

8. Taqueria 27 - Downtown SLC

4.4

Awesome(10)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Salt Lake City

Booked 3 times today

Taqueria 27 is a locally and veteran-owned restaurant group in Utah, celebrated for its innovative approach to Mexican cuisine. Each location features a talented culinary team that crafts unique daily specials, including a taco of the day, guacamole of the day, cocktail of the day, fish of the day, and dessert of the day. The menu blends traditional Mexican flavors with global influences, offering dishes like pork belly and duck confit tacos. Committed to quality, Taqueria 27 prepares food from scratch using fresh, locally sourced, and sustainable ingredients whenever possible. TAQUERIA 27Beyond its culinary offerings, Taqueria 27 is known for its extensive selection of tequilas and mezcals, including exclusive imports hand-selected for their patrons. The restaurant group employs over 100 individuals across five locations along Utah's Wasatch Front, including Downtown Salt Lake City, Holladay, Fashion Place, Lehi, and Eagle Mountain.

9. BTG Wine Bar

4.6

Exceptional(796)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

BTG Wine Bar is currently OPEN for in-house service every day from 5 P.M. Seating is limited, reservations are recommended. We are also available for curbside pick-up and gift card purchase from 5 P.M. daily. Patrons must be 21 and older with a valid I.D.

A photo of Squatters Pub - Salt Lake City restaurant

10. Squatters Pub - Salt Lake City

4.6

Exceptional(181)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

Since 1989, Salt Lake’s original brew pub has been serving up award-winning beers along side locally-sourced and sustainably-focused menu for lunch dinner and weekend brunch. Built in an abandoned hotel that sits in the heart of downtown, Squatters Pub Brewery has been a local favorite for over 35 years. Pair your meal with award winning local craft beers from our on-site brewery, or something from our full wine and cocktail list. Nothing is more important than the health and wellness of our community. Whether you dine in with us or order to-go, we are committed to safely providing you with great craft beers and freshly-prepared meals. If you are looking to book a table with more than 9 guests, please contact the restaurant directly and our manager will help accommodate. You can expect the highest safety measures to be strictly followed during your experience with us.

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From verified diners like you

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Happymom6
Utah •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great every time! Highly recommend the butternut squash ravioli!
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Caffe MolisePrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.7
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StevenVIP
Orange County •31 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Interesting and different food selection with the Harissa Carrots and Baked Trout as the stand-out. This restaurant has a cool setting, a nice ambience and all of the staff were very nice and helpful.
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EvaPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Salt Lake City
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4.8
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JessieVIP
Los Angeles •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was amazing! We loved everything we ordered. The service was also excellent ! We wil come back to try other things next time we visit salt lake city!
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BambaraPrice: Very Expensive• Modern European• Downtown
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4.4
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MarcyMVIP
Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
It was relatively loud, but overall fabulous! We will return.
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Ivy & VarleyPrice: Expensive• American• Salt Lake City
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Jake
Atlanta •42 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
Fantastic food, the beer can chicken was everything I’d heard and more. Truly a great find, great for the business dinner as well could talk and ambient noise didn’t interfere at all. Great, great find, will definitely be back.
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The RestPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.4

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