Bongo Lounge

Super cheap cash-only neighborhood dive bar; jukebox; no frills; longtime Sugar House institution open until 2am

Grid City Beer Works

Roof deck patio; 3 beers 3 ways concept; open 7 days a week with extended weekend hours; near Home Depot on 21st South; eclectic pub food menu

Sunday’s Best

Tropical resort-inspired interior with lush greenery and rich textures; all-day brunch menu; rooftop day club above (Sunday School); outdoor atrium with city views; innovative cocktails and mocktails

Sunday School

Rooftop champagne and cocktail lounge above Sunday’s Best; nightly DJs; skyline views; South Beach-inspired pink and gold decor; tasting menus with local and organic sourcing

Urban Hill

James Beard Best Chef Finalist 2024 & 2026 (Chef Nick Zocco); personalized anniversary menus; inventive seasonal menu with premium proteins and seafood

Log Haven

Set in a historic 1920s log mansion inside Wasatch National Forest; waterfall and wildflowers on 40 private acres; USA Today Top 10 Romantic Restaurants; Forbes Most Scenic Restaurants; live music Fri–Sun

Roots Cafe

Farm-to-table ethos with locally sourced organic produce and humanely raised meats; outdoor porch seating in a charming Millcreek setting; dog-friendly outside

Handle Bar

Large heated dog-friendly patio with fire pits and a stage; 20 taps including smoked meats (including vegan options); year-round outdoor space in the Marmalade neighborhood

The Park Cafe

SLC breakfast landmark since 1982 across from Liberty Park; diner-style homestyle cooking; beloved by locals for classic affordable breakfasts; cash-friendly and unpretentious

Beaumont Bakery & Cafe

Artisanal baked goods paired with seasonal breakfast and lunch dishes; specialty coffee; beautiful Wasatch Blvd setting with outdoor seating