Salt Lake City Travel Guide

The scene's "hip" inside this "lively", airy Downtown New American (a resident of the Hotel Monaco) whose origins as a former bank explain the "wonderful" marble-accented decor; "good vibes" and looks aside, the open kitchen creates "delicious" food that's delivered by a "sharp" staff; N.B. the Food score does not reflect a post-Survey chef change.

Diners extend rounds of "bravissimos!" to the housemade pastas that are among the "sublime" offerings at this Downtown Northern Italian whose staff "expertly guides you through the comprehensive menu"; Valter Nassi, a "whirlwind" of a host, "makes the meal an experience" to remember, and you "can't help but make friends" with diners next to you – the "tables are so close together."

Fans feast on "incredible" Northern Italian cuisine at this "tiny", "charming" (though somewhat "crowded") "converted cottage" on the Eastside, which is warmed by a fireplace in winter, and opens onto a "lovely" patio in the summer; with a "knowledgeable" staff and "superb", "fairly priced" wine list that's "every non-Mormon's dream", most agree it's "great for a date" – just "call well ahead for reservations"; N.B. the Food score does not reflect the post-Survey inception of lauded chef Billy Sotelo.

The "legendary" clam chowder is "second to none" at Salt Lake's Most Popular restaurants dishing menus that consistently "excel" in all locations (not to mention the "incredibly fresh" oysters, the specialty of the South Jordan incarnation); "nobody does it better" when it comes to fish, say fans, who keep the affordable trio "bustling."

The "legendary" clam chowder is "second to none" at Salt Lake's Most Popular restaurants dishing menus that consistently "excel" in all locations (not to mention the "incredibly fresh" oysters, the specialty of the South Jordan incarnation); "nobody does it better" when it comes to fish, say fans, who keep the affordable trio "bustling."

The "legendary" clam chowder is "second to none" at Salt Lake's Most Popular restaurants dishing menus that consistently "excel" in all locations (not to mention the "incredibly fresh" oysters, the specialty of the South Jordan incarnation); "nobody does it better" when it comes to fish, say fans, who keep the affordable trio "bustling."

The "legendary" clam chowder is "second to none" at Salt Lake's Most Popular restaurants dishing menus that consistently "excel" in all locations (not to mention the "incredibly fresh" oysters, the specialty of the South Jordan incarnation); "nobody does it better" when it comes to fish, say fans, who keep the affordable trio "bustling."

"New York style" and an "eclectic", "high-quality" menu draw discriminating diners to this "cosmopolitan" Downtown New American where "modern" decor meets "choreographed" service and "excellent" wines; the tabs are on the "high end", so insiders advise to capitalize on the "sophisticated", lower-priced bites at the bar where you can comfortably "eat solo."

The "old guard" and "power brokers" keep this "venerable" Downtown "classic" serving "consistently good" steaks and Traditional American items humming after over 30 years; however, it's not solely the milieu of "clubby" bona fides anymore, as patrons no longer have to fork over a guest membership fee to "become part of the scene."

Boosters still brand this "homey" Downtown "institution" the "gold standard" for its "authentic" Mexican menu and "outstanding" moles; ok, it's constantly "crowded" and there's "no waiting area, except on the sidewalk of a busy street", but who cares with all that "stellar" food and "cheap" prices?

If you're interested in "the history of the Mormon religion", this 10-acre Downtown quadrangle containing the Salt Lake Temple is an "inspiring place"; "take a free walking tour" of the "beautifully landscaped" grounds, "catch an organ concert" at the domed Tabernacle (home of the famous choir) or stop into the "informative" visitors' center; some say "go at Christmas", while others feel it's a "must-see in the summer with its acres of flowers" – either way, you "would be remiss not to visit it" while in the city.