1. The Fare At Copper Common Restaurant Is Uncommonly Extraordinary
Copper Common
111 E 300 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
(801) 355-0543
Yelp: 4 Stars, 91 Reviews
Copper Common restaurant in Utah is always coming up with the best dishes in the area, like the lobster spaghetti or the duck ravioli. The duck confit over house-made pasta, with sautéed corn, roasted baby carrots, and micro-greens is definitely a favorite. Plus, the cocktails here are always delicious. Try the coffee old fashioned or the “brood awakening.”
2. You Won’t Be Able To Handle How Good This Fried Chicken Is
Handle
136 Heber Ave
Park City, UT 84060
(435) 602-1155
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 88 Reviews
You really haven’t tried fried chicken until you try Handle’s. It’s crispy and cooked to perfection. You also definitely can’t go wrong with the delectable trout sausage or the scallops and ribeye. Plus, Handle has a caramel pudding for dessert that is totally to die for.
3. Hell’s Backbone Restaurant in Utah Serves Up Heavenly Grub
Hell’s Backbone Grill
Boulder Mountain Lodge
20 N Hwy 12
Boulder, Utah 84716
(435) 335-7464
Yelp: 4 Stars, 96 Reviews
Hell’s Backbone Grill may sound scary, but it’s actually incredibly gorgeous. Nestled away in the middle of nowhere, the scenery is downright beautiful with spectacular restaurant-owned gardens and farmland. Talk about farm-to-table.
And if all of that wasn’t enough to convince you this restaurant is top notch, they also sell cookbooks with their recipes and from-the-farm pickles and jams at the Salt Lake Farmer’s Market.
4. The Paris Bistro Will Transport Your Taste Buds Straight To France
The Paris Bistro
1500 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
(801) 486-5585
Yelp: 3.5 Stars, 77 Reviews
The ambiance at the Paris Bistro is nothing short of adorable, and the food is authentic and delicious. Start with the French onion soup, a local favorite, order wild Alaskan salmon for your entree and finish off with a delightful lemongrass creme brulee for dessert.
5. Takashi Has The Best Sushi In Utah
Takashi
18 W Market St
Salt Lake City, UT 84139
(801) 519-9595
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 644 Reviews
Takashi never fails to impress with their delicious and creative sushi, like the “Strawberry Fields” roll or the “Yellow Submarine.” If you’re an unagi fan, don’t leave without ordering the top-notch unagi nigiri.
6. Blue Poblano Takes Mexican Food To A New Level Of Awesome
Blue Poblano
473 300 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Yelp: 3.5 Stars, 53 Reviews
Blue Poblano perfectly blends traditional Mexican dishes with its own distinct style and flair. The green chili cheese fries are definitely a must-order, as are the tacos. Try the Al Pastor Taco with an egg.
Another fun fact: this place has amazing burgers. Who would’ve guessed?
7. Tantalize Your Palate With Indian Spices At Saffron Valley
Saffron Valley
1098 W South Jordan Pkwy
South Jordan, UT 84095
(801) 438-4823
Yelp: 4 Stars, 139 Reviews
You might think it’s impossible to find authentic, delicious Indian food in Utah, but you’d be totally wrong. Head to Saffron Valley and your taste buds will thank you! The coconut korma chicken is definitely a favorite.
Tip: go to the lunch buffet and try a little of everything. You won’t regret it.
8. Chow Down On The Freshest Meal Of Your Life At Communal
Communal
102 N University Ave
Provo, UT 84601
(801) 373-8000
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 208 Reviews
As the name suggests, this place totally depends on the community for their menu: the ingredients are all from local farms. Try the local Christiansen's farm pork cut of the day paired with a garlic purée, shaved fennel and olives. The Yukon Gold Potato Puree and Rockhill cheese curds are also both out of this world, and if you save enough room for dessert you’ll have to try the butterscotch pudding.
9. Aristo’s Gyros Will Make You Forget You’re In Utah
Aristo’s
224 S 1300 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
(801) 581-0888
Yelp: 4 Stars, 171 Reviews
Aristo’s fare somehow manages to make you feel like you’re actually dining in the Mediterranean. Their gyros are always a favorite, but their lamb tacos are another shining star on the menu.
10. A Trip To Bruge’s Waffles And Frites Is The Sweetest Way To Start Your Day
Bruge’s Waffles And Frites
336 W Broadway
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
(801) 363-4444
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 437 Reviews
Bruge’s will satisfy your sweet tooth every time with dishes like waffles topped with cookie butter, strawberries, and vanilla ice cream. Plus, the frites in the andalouse sauce are out of this world.
11. The Tapas At The Tin Angel Cafe Will Give You Seriously Good Food Coma
The Tin Angel Cafe
365 W 400 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
(801) 328-4155
Yelp: 4 Stars, 152 Reviews
The Tin Angel Cafe not only has a beautiful ambiance, especially on their enclosed patio, but it also has delicious creations on their eclectic menu. Shrimp-stuffed mushrooms, smoked gnocchi, and seared polenta cake are just a couple of examples of the delectable meals you can get here.
12. The Copper Onion’s Pork Belly Deserves A Gold Medal
The Copper Onion
111 E Broadway
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
(801) 355-3282
Yelp: 4 Stars, 1139 Reviews
There isn’t anything on the menu at The Copper Onion that you’re not going to immediately fall in love with. The wonderful chefs create dishes like the Manila Clams with parsley gravy, tomato confit, and cabacero iberico. The flavor profiles are extensive and will be a real treat for your tastebuds.
13. Get A Taste Of The SLC Beer Scene At Pago
Pago
878 S 900 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
(801) 532-0777
Yelp: 4 Stars, 248 Reviews
Pago blends traditional Southern comfort foods with unique and creative flavors. Their BBQ beets are a total favorite, as are the steak frites with pork. Since Pago’s always has local craft beers on the menu, you can also get a taste for the SLC beer scene here too.
14. If You Want Authentic Italian, You Want Fresco
Fresco
1513 S 1500 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
(801) 486-1300
Yelp: 4 Stars, 71 Reviews
It’s no secret that the best place to get authentic Italian food in Utah is at Fresco. Not only is this place totally cozy and adorable, but you’re going to think you boarded a plane headed for Rome when you take a bite of their wonderful, homemade pastas.
15. From Scratch Will Put Your Mother’s Cooking To Shame
From Scratch
62 E Gallivan Ave
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
(801) 961-9000
Yelp: 4 Stars, 167 Reviews
The name says it all. At From Scratch, the ingredients are some of the freshest around, making their creative pizza pies, sandwiches, and burgers all the more delicious and tasty. Start with a honey apple salad, get the mushroom pizza for dinner, and the bread pudding for dessert.
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