A vintage shop's list of favorite local-owned restaurants, coffee shops & bars in Salt Lake City

 

A curated list by NOUVE 

—COFFEE & PASTRIES—

Kahve
eclectic/cozy/hippie vibes (vegan & gf) 
Authentic Turkish Coffee, Turmeric Moon Milk and Turkish baked goods
Vibey boho seating in a converted house with rooms to enjoy your coffee and pastry, some of which you can rent for personal or business events.
*I think about their custard (original or one of their many flavors) daily.

Eva's Bakery
The perfect place to grab something to eat while walking around downtown.
*My favorite pastry, a kouign-amann (pronounced kween-uh-mahn), is here.

Avenues Bakery on 4th
Am entirely gluten-free bakery that does a great job of not-too-sweet sweet and not missing the gluten. They have sweats and bread. Get stuff to-go as there's no seating.
*We like to get a variety box of baked goods and a big loaf of their gluten-free sourdough.

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 high quality coffee.
*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 Harissa Brussel Sprouts are mind blowing and the risotto is lick the bowl tasty

East Liberty Tap House
American in the great 9th & 9th neighborhood.
*Get. The. Fries. & ask for the garlic aoili dipping sauce. Oh, and they have our favorite burger too which can all be done GF. They have beer on draft, but their bottled beer selection is where I think they really shine.

INTERNATIONAL 

Chile-Tepin 
Mexican & Margaritas, casual
*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. The sesame noodle dish is our favorite.

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!

Spitz
A Mediterranean favorite
*The OG Gyro (favorite gyro in SLC) combo with mixed fries is my go-to, but the bowls are incredible too. Decent beer options, 90's Sesame Street intro ambiance.
Multiple locations but parking can be tricky downtown. 

Takashi 
Sushi & Sake, hip
*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 

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 

Pie Boy (Wednesday - Friday only Pop-up @ Baby's Bagels!)
3-day sourdough crust NY-style pizza with only 3 classic options.
   *Best NY-style pizza in town but only once a week. Dine-in or order take-out online!

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.