A vintage shop's list of favorite local-owned restaurants, coffee shops & bars in Salt Lake City
A curated list by NOUVE
—COFFEE—
Kahve Cafe Turkish Coffee Shop & Community hub
eclectic/cozy/hippie vibes (vegan & gf)
Authentic Turkish Coffee, Turmeric Moon Milk and turkish baked goods
Vibey boho seating on 1st floor and the 2nd & 3rd floors have rooms perfect for a work hub and book club meeting!
Three Pines Coffee
Coffee for non-punctual perfectionists, hipster chemist vibes, limited seating
*Take your time drinking coffee here; they took their time making it.
Holy Water
Coffee shop, urban hip and our favorite spot to get matcha
*Same owners as Three Pines but with convenient parking, more seating and closer to our storefront!
—FOOD—
NEW-AMERICAN
Oquirrh
Refined New-American, casual upscale, local art
*You must order the Milk Braised Potatoes, they will blow your mind. Seasonal menu always in flux but every dish we’ve had there is incredible and they are able to work with Gluten Free customers upon request
Roux
Refined New American, casual upscale, local art
*The brown butter trout tastes like dessert, lick the risotto bowl clean when finished
INTERNATIONAL
Chile-Tepin
Mexican & Margaritas, casual (GF Corn Tortillas upon request)
*Parillada (for 2 people) & House Margaritas are a must
Bar Nohm
Japanese Fusion & Cocktails, hip (Lots of GF options), James Beard Award Finalist
*Small Plates, order a few for the table to share & make sure you don't miss out on ordering from their "grill menu" the Wagyu is melt in your mouth good
Aranya Thai
Thai, casual (gf & vegan options)
*The most authentic Thai tasted since time in Thailand. We love the curries and their noodle dishes!
Mumbai House
Indian, casual, converted Outback Steakhouse (gf & vegan options)
*Chicken Makhani is a must, share “family style”.
This one is probably the furthest from downtown but if you're coming back from a park city ski trip its right off the freeway before you come downtown!
Takashi
Sushi & Sake, hip (gf options)
*No reservations, but head next door to Post Office for Japanese inspired cocktails and appetizers while killing time
One of our favorite rolls is "The Box"
Manoli’s
Greek & Wine, casual white tablecloth, great covered & heated outdoor patio (gf options)
*Start with Yemista, Lavraki Branzino & Htapodi Octopus are favorites
Matteo
Authentic Italian, casual upscale
*We actively dream about the Aragosta Lobster Bisque Tagliatelle
(gluten free pasta upon request)
Valter’s Osteria
Refined Authentic Italian, white tablecloth, huge menu (gf options)
*Reservation required, spontaneous opera may occur and you get free delicious handmade hot chocolate before dessert
PIZZA
Brick’s Corner Detroit-style Pizza & Bar
Sports bar vibes, casual, good for dine-in or takeout!
*We recommend the Sweet & Salty Pig & Randazzo
Snowmobile Pizza
NY-style PIzza, 80’s ski lift meets 90’s laser tag ambiance
*For take out, order partially-baked. Finish it the oven for hot, thin NY pizza at home! Nothing pairs better with pizza then pajamas.
Settebello Pizzeria
Wood-fired Neapolitan Pizza, cozy casual
*The spot to get the best Gluten Free pizza in town
—BARS—
The Rest
Hidden Speakeasy, underground roaring 20’s hunting lodge
*Inside Bodgea, talk to person in the back with iPad, Absinthe apparatus fun for a group, may need a reservation on the weekend
Bodega is a small fun spot to get beers, shots and hang with a small group
By the Glass (BTG)
A little hidden under Caffe Molise, upscale, dim lighting, wine cellar vibes
*Rely on your server/sommelier to explore exotic wines flights & you can order dishes from the italian restaurant above it
The Ruin
Two-bars in one (there is a smaller bar in the back!), dim lighting, intimate seating and often have surprise chef and bartender takeovers
*If we’re joining, go ahead & get the steak tartare w/ fries
(gluten free fries upon request)
WaterWitch
the sister bar to Bar Nohm --
both have incredible custom cocktail menus and they love a good creative challenge!
Casot
Wine Bar - Get a glass or a bottle! Perfect for a yap session
*Locals know that you can also order from FINCA a yummy restaurant across the street and have it delivered to you while you drink your wine (highly recommend the lamb chops)
Last updated 01/2025