19 Best American Restaurants in Salt Lake City
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Salt Lake City’s Best American Restaurants:
The top rated american restaurants in Salt Lake City, UT are:
- Ruth's Chris Steak House – Located Downtown, at 275 S W Temple St, rated 4.7 by 2,926 people
- Leatherby's Family Creamery – Located at 1872 W 5400 S, rated 4.6 by 3,723 people
- The Bayou – Located at 645 S State St, rated 4.6 by 3,139 people
- White Horse Spirits & Kitchen – Located at 325 S Main St, rated 4.6 by 1,241 people
- Penny Ann's Cafe – Located at 1856 W 5400 S, rated 4.5 by 2,796 people
Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting Ruth's Chris Steak House, the 1st american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.7 from 2,926 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 275 S W Temple St and is currently closed, will reopen at 17:00 on Friday.
Products/Services:Restaurant, American restaurant, Caterer, Fine dining restaurant, Seafood restaurant and Steak house
PHOTOS:
REVIEWS:
94% like it (2926 votes)
Incredible atmosphere, perfect staff, and excellent food. An exquisite location for any special occasion.
Ruth's Chris Steak House location:
Address: 275 S W Temple St Salt Lake City, UT 84101 United States Map, DirectionsPhone: 801-363-2000
Website: Visit Website
OPENING HOURS:
Ruth's Chris Steak House closed since Thursday 22:00. It will re-open at Friday 17:00
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 17:00-22:00 |
| Tuesday | 17:00-22:00 |
| Wednesday | 17:00-22:00 |
| Thursday | 17:00-22:00 |
| Friday | 17:00-23:00 |
| Saturday | 17:00-23:00 |
| Sunday | 17:00-21:00 |
FEATURES:
-
Ambience:
- ✓ Cosy
- ✓ Romantic
- ✓ Upmarket
-
Amenities:
- ✓ Bar on site
-
Favored for:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Solo dining
-
Highlights:
- ✓ Great coffee
- ✓ Great dessert
- ✓ Great cocktails
- ✓ Great beer selection
- ✓ Great wine list
-
Offerings:
- ✓ Alcohol
- ✓ Beer
- ✓ Cocktails
- ✓ Coffee
- ✓ Comfort food
- ✓ Spirits
- ✓ Wine
-
Options for dining:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Dessert
-
Plan your visit:
- ✓ Usually a wait
- ✓ Accepts reservations
- ✓ Dinner reservations recommended
-
Service possibilities:
- ✓ No-contact delivery
- ✓ Delivery
- ✓ Takeaway
- ✓ Dine-in
-
Kind of Crowd:
- ✓ Groups
- ✓ Tourists
-
Accessibility:
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Family-friendly choice for ice-cream sundaes with housemade sauces, plus burgers & sandwiches. Leatherby's Family Creamery, the 2nd american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.6 from 3,723 reviews. This American restaurant is located at 1872 W 5400 S and is currently closed, will reopen at 11:00 on Friday.
Products/Services:American restaurant, Dessert shop and Ice cream shop
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REVIEWS:
92% like it (3723 votes)
I've been enjoying the amazing ice cream creations for decades. Always make it point to stop in everytime I visit the SLC area.
Leatherby's Family Creamery location:
Address: 1872 W 5400 S Salt Lake City, UT 84129 United States Map, DirectionsPhone: 801-967-2566
Website: Visit Website
OPENING HOURS:
Leatherby's Family Creamery closed since Thursday 22:00. It will re-open at Friday 11:00
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00-22:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:00-22:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00-22:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00-22:00 |
| Friday | 11:00-23:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00-23:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
FEATURES:
-
Ambience:
- ✓ Cosy
- ✓ Casual
-
Amenities:
- ✓ High chairs
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Good for kids
-
Favored for:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Solo dining
- ✓ Lunch
-
Highlights:
- ✓ Great dessert
-
Offerings:
- ✓ Comfort food
- ✓ Late-night food
- ✓ Kids' menu
-
Options for dining:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Dessert
- ✓ Lunch
-
Plan your visit:
- ✓ Accepts reservations
-
Service possibilities:
- ✓ Kerbside pickup
- x Delivery
- ✓ Takeaway
- ✓ Dine-in
-
Kind of Crowd:
- ✓ Groups
- ✓ Tourists
-
Accessibility:
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
3. The Bayou
Buzzy eatery & bar offering Cajun-inspired fare & pub grub, plus extensive beer selections. The Bayou, the 3rd american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.6 from 3,139 reviews. This Cajun restaurant is located at 645 S State St and is currently closed, will reopen at 11:30 on Friday.
Products/Services:Cajun restaurant, American restaurant, Bar & grill, Beer hall, Pub and Restaurant
PHOTOS:
REVIEWS:
92% like it (3139 votes)
Great food with some interesting twists on classic Louisiana dishes. The "gumbolyia" (not sure if i spelled that right) is pretty good in my opinion and with a try.
The Bayou location:
Address: 645 S State St Salt Lake City, UT 84111 United States Map, DirectionsPhone: 801-961-8400
Website: Visit Website
OPENING HOURS:
The Bayou closed since Thursday 22:00. It will re-open at Friday 11:30
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30-22:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:30-22:00 |
| Thursday | 11:30-22:00 |
| Friday | 11:30-23:00 |
| Saturday | 17:00-23:00 |
| Sunday | 17:00-20:00 |
FEATURES:
-
Ambience:
- ✓ Cosy
- ✓ Casual
-
Amenities:
- ✓ Bar on site
- ✓ Toilets
-
Accepted Payments:
- ✓ Debit cards
-
Favored for:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Solo dining
-
Highlights:
- ✓ Great dessert
- ✓ Live music
-
Offerings:
- ✓ Alcohol
- ✓ Beer
- ✓ Cocktails
- ✓ Coffee
- ✓ Comfort food
- ✓ Late-night food
- ✓ Spirits
- ✓ Wine
- ✓ Small plates
- ✓ Quick bite
-
Options for dining:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Dessert
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Seating
-
Plan your visit:
- ✓ Accepts reservations
-
Service possibilities:
- ✓ Kerbside pickup
- x Delivery
- ✓ Takeaway
- ✓ Dine-in
- ✓ Outdoor seating
-
Kind of Crowd:
- ✓ Groups
- ✓ Tourists
- ✓ LGBTQ+ friendly
- ✓ University students
- ✓ Transgender safe space
-
Accessibility:
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Elevated craft cocktails and locally sourced fare are on offer at this relaxed brick-walled bar. White Horse Spirits & Kitchen, the 4th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.6 from 1,241 reviews. This American restaurant is located at 325 S Main St and is currently closed, will reopen at 11:00 on Friday.
Products/Services:American restaurant and Cocktail bar
PHOTOS:
REVIEWS:
92% like it (1241 votes)
Best drinks, great food, and kindest staff. Hopefully, you visit on an evening when Harrison is working. He is the best.
White Horse Spirits & Kitchen location:
Address: 325 S Main St Salt Lake City, UT 84111 United States Map, DirectionsPhone: 801-363-0137
Website: Visit Website
OPENING HOURS:
White Horse Spirits & Kitchen closed since Friday 01:00. It will re-open at Friday 11:00
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00-01:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:00-01:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00-01:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00-01:00 |
| Friday | 11:00-01:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00-01:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00-01:00 |
FEATURES:
-
Ambience:
- ✓ Cosy
- ✓ Upmarket
- ✓ Casual
-
Amenities:
- ✓ Bar on site
- ✓ Toilets
-
Favored for:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Solo dining
- ✓ Lunch
-
Offerings:
- ✓ Alcohol
- ✓ Beer
- ✓ Cocktails
- ✓ Coffee
- ✓ Comfort food
- ✓ Late-night food
- ✓ Wine
- ✓ Small plates
-
Options for dining:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Dessert
- ✓ Lunch
-
Plan your visit:
- ✓ Accepts reservations
-
Service possibilities:
- x Delivery
- ✓ Takeaway
- ✓ Dine-in
-
Kind of Crowd:
- ✓ Groups
- ✓ Tourists
-
Accessibility:
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Folksy eatery providing classic American breakfast & lunch fare, plus shakes & assorted pies. Penny Ann's Cafe, the 5th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.5 from 2,796 reviews. This Family restaurant is located at 1856 W 5400 S and is currently closed, will reopen at 07:00 on Friday.
Products/Services:Family restaurant, American restaurant, Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Diner and Restaurant
PHOTOS:
REVIEWS:
90% like it (2796 votes)
This place is so delicious! One of our favorite places to get breakfast at. The food is absolutely heavenly. They gave great portions for what you pay. We have been going since there was only the downtown location and was so excited to get one closer.
Penny Ann's Cafe location:
Address: 1856 W 5400 S Salt Lake City, UT 84118 United States Map, DirectionsPhone: 801-613-9702
Website: Visit Website
OPENING HOURS:
Penny Ann's Cafe closed since Thursday 14:30. It will re-open at Friday 07:00
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 07:00-14:30 |
| Tuesday | 07:00-14:30 |
| Wednesday | 07:00-14:30 |
| Thursday | 07:00-14:30 |
| Friday | 07:00-14:30 |
| Saturday | 07:00-14:30 |
| Sunday | 07:00-14:30 |
FEATURES:
-
Ambience:
- ✓ Cosy
- ✓ Casual
-
Amenities:
- ✓ High chairs
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Good for kids
-
Accepted Payments:
- ✓ Debit cards
-
Favored for:
- ✓ Breakfast
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Solo dining
-
Highlights:
- ✓ Great coffee
- ✓ Great dessert
-
Offerings:
- ✓ Coffee
- ✓ Comfort food
- ✓ Vegetarian options
- ✓ Kids' menu
-
Options for dining:
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Seating
- ✓ Brunch
- ✓ Breakfast
-
Plan your visit:
- ✓ Usually a wait
-
Service possibilities:
- x Delivery
- ✓ Takeaway
- ✓ Dine-in
-
Kind of Crowd:
- ✓ Groups
- ✓ Tourists
- ✓ Family friendly
- ✓ University students
-
Accessibility:
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Upbeat bistro serving eclectic fare, brunch & popular desserts in a unique setting with park views. The Dodo Restaurant, the 6th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.5 from 2,838 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 1355 E 2100 S and is currently closed, will reopen at 07:00 on Friday.
Products/Services:Restaurant and American restaurant
PHOTOS:
REVIEWS:
90% like it (2838 votes)
Fantastic place with wonderful outdoor seating, an absolutely fantastic server, and a vast selection of excellent food, including vegetarian. I’d love to return.
The Dodo Restaurant location:
Address: 1355 E 2100 S Salt Lake City, UT 84105 United States Map, DirectionsPhone: 801-486-2473
Website: Visit Website
FEATURES:
-
Ambience:
- ✓ Cosy
- ✓ Casual
-
Amenities:
- ✓ Bar on site
- ✓ High chairs
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Good for kids
-
Favored for:
- ✓ Breakfast
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Solo dining
-
Highlights:
- ✓ Great coffee
- ✓ Great dessert
- ✓ Great tea selection
- ✓ Great cocktails
- ✓ Fast service
- ✓ Great beer selection
- ✓ Great wine list
-
Offerings:
- ✓ Alcohol
- ✓ Beer
- ✓ Cocktails
- ✓ Coffee
- ✓ Comfort food
- ✓ Late-night food
- ✓ Spirits
- ✓ Vegetarian options
- ✓ Wine
- ✓ Healthy options
- ✓ Kids' menu
- ✓ Small plates
- ✓ Organic dishes
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Options for dining:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Dessert
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Catering
- ✓ Brunch
- ✓ Breakfast
-
Plan your visit:
- ✓ Usually a wait
- ✓ Accepts reservations
-
Service possibilities:
- ✓ Kerbside pickup
- ✓ Delivery
- ✓ Takeaway
- ✓ Dine-in
- ✓ Outdoor seating
- ✓ Drive-through
-
Kind of Crowd:
- ✓ Groups
- ✓ Tourists
- ✓ University students
-
Accessibility:
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Unpretentious eatery offering breakfast, sandwiches & hearty American plates in a warm atmosphere. Little America, the 7th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.5 from 265 reviews. This American restaurant is located at Salt Lake City, UT 84101 and is currently closed, will reopen at 07:00 on Friday.
Products/Services:American restaurant, Hotel and Restaurant
PHOTOS:
REVIEWS:
90% like it (265 votes)
This place will always be a favorite of ours. We love to stay here as a family and for date nights. The staff is amazing and treat you so well, like family.
Little America location:
Address: Salt Lake City, UT 84101 United States Map, DirectionsPhone: 801-596-5700
Website: Visit Website
FEATURES:
-
Ambience:
- ✓ Cosy
-
Amenities:
- ✓ Bar on site
- ✓ High chairs
- ✓ Toilets
-
Favored for:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Solo dining
- ✓ Lunch
-
Highlights:
- ✓ Great dessert
- ✓ Fireplace
-
Offerings:
- ✓ Coffee
- ✓ Comfort food
-
Options for dining:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Dessert
- ✓ Lunch
-
Plan your visit:
- ✓ Accepts reservations
-
Service possibilities:
- x Delivery
- ✓ Dine-in
-
Kind of Crowd:
- ✓ Groups
- ✓ Tourists
-
Accessibility:
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Locally sourced New American fare, cocktails & brunch in a modern setting with plenty of buzz. The Copper Onion, the 8th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.4 from 2,580 reviews. This American restaurant is located at 111 E Broadway #170 and is currently closed, will reopen at 17:00 on Friday.
Products/Services:American restaurant, Family restaurant, Fast food restaurant, New American restaurant and Restaurant
PHOTOS:
REVIEWS:
88% like it (2580 votes)
The only real complaint is there was not enough servers for a busy Sunday brunch. The food was good & the servers were very professional under the strain. Kudos to them 😀
The Copper Onion location:
Address: 111 E Broadway #170 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 United States Map, DirectionsPhone: 801-355-3282
Website: Visit Website
OPENING HOURS:
The Copper Onion closed since Thursday 22:00. It will re-open at Friday 17:00
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 17:00-22:00 |
| Tuesday | 17:00-22:00 |
| Wednesday | 17:00-22:00 |
| Thursday | 17:00-22:00 |
| Friday | 17:00-23:00 |
| Saturday | 10:30-15:00 17:00-23:00 |
| Sunday | 10:30-15:00 17:00-22:00 |
FEATURES:
-
Ambience:
- ✓ Cosy
- ✓ Upmarket
- ✓ Casual
-
Amenities:
- ✓ Bar on site
- ✓ High chairs
- ✓ Toilets
-
Accepted Payments:
- ✓ Debit cards
-
Favored for:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Solo dining
-
Highlights:
- ✓ Great coffee
- ✓ Great dessert
- ✓ Great cocktails
-
Offerings:
- ✓ Alcohol
- ✓ Beer
- ✓ Cocktails
- ✓ Coffee
- ✓ Comfort food
- ✓ Late-night food
- ✓ Spirits
- ✓ Vegetarian options
- ✓ Wine
- ✓ Healthy options
- ✓ Small plates
- ✓ Organic dishes
-
Options for dining:
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Dessert
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Seating
- ✓ Brunch
-
Plan your visit:
- ✓ Usually a wait
- ✓ Accepts reservations
- ✓ Dinner reservations recommended
- ✓ Lunch reservations recommended
-
Service possibilities:
- ✓ Kerbside pickup
- ✓ Delivery
- ✓ Takeaway
- ✓ Dine-in
- ✓ Outdoor seating
-
Kind of Crowd:
- ✓ Groups
- ✓ Tourists
- ✓ Family friendly
-
Accessibility:
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
The Coffee Shop At Little America Hotel, the 9th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.4 from 1,637 reviews. This American restaurant is located at 500 S Main St and is currently closed, will reopen at 06:00 on Friday.
Products/Services:American restaurant, Breakfast restaurant, Cafe, Coffee shop, Diner and Lunch restaurant
PHOTOS:
REVIEWS:
88% like it (1637 votes)
Great place to have quality lunch. The service was great and plenty of space. They offer indoor and outdoor seating. The price is good for the area and being in a hotel. Allocate time because it takes a little time to get your food a peak hours.
The Coffee Shop at Little America Hotel location:
Address: 500 S Main St Salt Lake City, UT 84101 Map, DirectionsPhone: 801-596-5708
Website: Visit Website
OPENING HOURS:
The Coffee Shop At Little America Hotel closed since Thursday 23:00. It will re-open at Friday 06:00
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 06:00-23:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:00-23:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:00-23:00 |
| Thursday | 06:00-23:00 |
| Friday | 06:00-23:00 |
| Saturday | 06:00-23:00 |
| Sunday | 06:00-22:00 |
FEATURES:
-
Ambience:
- ✓ Cosy
- ✓ Historic
- ✓ Casual
-
Amenities:
- ✓ Bar on site
- ✓ High chairs
- ✓ Good for kids
-
Favored for:
- ✓ Breakfast
- ✓ Dinner
- ✓ Lunch
- ✓ Solo dining
-
Business identity:
- ✓ Identifies as women-owned
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Highlights:
- ✓ Great coffee
- ✓ Great dessert
- ✓ Great tea selection
-
Offerings:
- ✓ Coffee
- ✓ Comfort food
- ✓ Late-night food
- ✓ Healthy options
- ✓ Kids' menu
- ✓ Quick bite
-
Options for dining:
- ✓ Dessert
-
Service possibilities:
- x Delivery
- ✓ Takeaway
- ✓ Dine-in
- ✓ Outdoor seating
-
Kind of Crowd:
- ✓ Groups
- ✓ Tourists
- ✓ LGBTQ+ friendly
-
Accessibility:
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
-
Health & safety:
- ✓ Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
10. London Belle
London Belle, the 10th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.4 from 668 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 321 Main St and is currently closed, will reopen at 16:00 on Friday.
Products/Services:Restaurant, American restaurant, Cocktail bar, Dance club, Fine dining restaurant, Lounge, Night club and Bar
PHOTOS:
REVIEWS:
88% like it (668 votes)
My server Syvanah was so friendly and knowledgeable conversational even went as far tell us # 2 Barber Shop where we can a kutt
London Belle location:
Address: 321 Main St Salt Lake City, UT 84111 United States Map, DirectionsPhone: 801-363-8888
Website: Visit Website
OPENING HOURS:
London Belle closed since Friday 01:00. It will re-open at Friday 16:00
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 16:00-23:00 |
| Tuesday | 16:00-23:00 |
| Wednesday | 16:00-23:00 |
| Thursday | 16:00-01:00 |
| Friday | 16:00-01:00 |
| Saturday | 16:00-01:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00-15:00 |
FEATURES:
-
Ambience:
- ✓ Cosy
- ✓ Upmarket
-
Amenities:
- ✓ Toilets
-
Accepted Payments:
- ✓ NFC mobile payments
-
Highlights:
- ✓ Live music
- ✓ Great cocktails
- ✓ Fast service
- ✓ Great beer selection
- ✓ Great wine list
- ✓ Live performances
-
Offerings:
- ✓ Alcohol
- ✓ Beer
- ✓ Cocktails
- ✓ Spirits
- ✓ Wine
- ✓ Food at bar
- ✓ Food
- ✓ Dancing
-
Plan your visit:
- ✓ Accepts reservations
-
Service possibilities:
- x Delivery
- ✓ Takeaway
- ✓ Dine-in
- ✓ Drive-through
-
Kind of Crowd:
- ✓ Groups
- ✓ Tourists
- ✓ Transgender safe space
-
Accessibility:
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet