Featured on Food Networks, "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives," the Red Iguana is a Mexican restaurant that is family owned and operated, serving dishes from various regions of Mexico as well as some family favorites handed down from generation to generation. While the menu is extensive, Red Iguana is mainly known for its signature mole plus dish that is truly delightful. Gluten-free options are also available. This family-friendly establishment is so popular that a line can be seen wrapping around the block during high traffic meal times.
The Copper Onion, located in Downtown Salt Lake City, is a restaurant where there is an emphasis on serving patrons delicious American fare. Be it the bread, burgers, sausages or ice-cream, everything is ground, baked and prepared in-house, something that reflects clearly in the taste. Griddled duck breast, Wagyu beef stroganoff and house meatloaf are a few of the many tasty preparations on the menu. The dessert list includes delectable confections like chocolate peanut butter tart, which taste even better when paired with the suggested wines.
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Across the street from historic Liberty Park, is a spot that feels like part of the park. Contemporary American cuisine, ranging from the classic to the inventive, is what you will find here. Unique and flavorful lunches of quiche, salads, sandwiches, and daily specials make it popular with business lunch crowds. In the evening, it offers an intimate and romantic setting with a dinner menu that includes a daily seafood entree, along with usual favorites such as Thai Chicken Capellini, vegetable ravioli, and Pasta Roma. The breakfast and brunch menu is comprised of the usual omelets, pancakes and hash browns, making it a popular spot on the weekends among families and friends.
Fresh-baked biscuit sandwiches, hearty lunch salads, beautiful brunch dishes, killer lunch options, and, of course, fresh mint limeade.
Spitz has pioneered an upscale quick-service restaurant concept that combines the food quality, ambiance and customer service typically found in upscale dining with the price and speed most often associated with fast food. This means that nearly everything, from the kebab to the sauces is made daily in-house. The ambiance, from the music to the art, is unique and inspiring. And customer service, from greeting to goodbye is sincere. With these principals as a guide, we transformed a European street food into a flavorful, fresh and healthy culinary sensation and are excited to bring it to the Salt Lake Valley.
In the heart of the city's downtown, Valter's Osteria beguiles gourmands with classic Italian fare in a whimsical setting. A loft-like main dining area welcomes guests, even as the white tablecloth tables create an elegant atmosphere. Italian-born Valter Nassi may be new to Salt Lake City, but easily wins over his diners' hearts with a warm 'Buonasera' salute. Nassi has personally curated the restaurant's expansive menu, which features standards as well as some creative takes of Tuscan cuisine. The bill of fare changes seasonally, but its always a good idea to start your meal with the legendary bruschetta. There's no dearth of those zesty sauces and pastas. Conclude an exceptional dining experience with its decadent hot chocolate served with mellow biscotti.
Lucky 13
Lucky 13 is a locally loved Salt Lake City bar and grill known for serving some of Utah’s best and most award-winning burgers. Established over 16 years ago, Lucky 13 is famous for its massive, juicy, handcrafted burgers, scratch-made sauces, and a lively, welcoming atmosphere that blends sports-bar energy with neighborhood comfort. Guests consistently praise the exceptional service, great beer selection, and consistently hot, fresh food. Lucky 13 has become a flagship destination for both locals and travelers looking for memorable burgers, friendly staff, and an authentic SLC dining experience.
