19 Best American Restaurants in Salt Lake City

Looking for the best rated American restaurants near you? View American restaurant ratings from the people that know the most about these eateries — the people who actually eat at them. Details include: user reviews, star rating, pictures, prices and more. To help you find the best american restaurants located near you in Salt Lake City, we put together our own list Top American Restaurants in Salt Lake City, Utah, as recommended by experts & visitors.

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
The Dodo Restaurant – Located at 1355 E 2100 S, rated 4.5 by 2,838 people
Little America – Located at Salt Lake City, UT 84101, rated 4.5 by 265 people
The Copper Onion – Located at 111 E Broadway #170, rated 4.4 by 2,580 people
The Coffee Shop at Little America Hotel – Located Downtown, at 500 S Main St, rated 4.4 by 1,637 people
London Belle – Located at 321 Main St, rated 4.4 by 668 people
Pago – Located East Central, at 878 S 900 E, rated 4.4 by 583 people
Tin Angel at the Eccles Theater – Located at 131 S Main St, rated 4.4 by 495 people
Squatters Pub Brewery SLC Airport – Located at 776 N Terminal Dr Terminal A, rated 4.2 by 2,755 people
Apollo Burger – Located at 143 N Redwood Rd, rated 4.2 by 2,175 people
Blue Lemon – Located at 55 W S Temple, rated 4.2 by 1,530 people
Roula's Cafe – Located at 351 S W Temple St, rated 4.2 by 46 people
The Cheesecake Factory – Located at 65 Regent St, rated 4.1 by 4,810 people
Corner Bakery Cafe – Located at 610 Foothill Dr, rated 4.1 by 1,491 people
Roberts Restaurant – Located at 145 N Wright Brothers Dr, rated 4.1 by 969 people
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11. Pago

Snug, Trendy New American Eatery

Compact New American hot spot with inventive dishes, a prime wine list & a buzzy vibe. Pago, the 1st american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.4 from 583 reviews. This American restaurant is located at 878 S 900 E and is currently open.

Products/Services:American restaurant, Caterer, Fine dining restaurant, Organic restaurant, Restaurant and Wine bar

PHOTOS:

REVIEWS:

88% like it (583 votes)

Chris is the best waiter I think I've ever had! Food was awesome. We had the blintzes and also had the trout. Menu is well thought out and I loved the open kitchen

OPENING HOURS:

Pago open since 17:00. It will close at 21:00

Day	Hours
Monday	17:00-21:00
Tuesday	17:00-21:00
Wednesday	17:00-21:00
Thursday	17:00-21:00
Friday	17:00-21:00
Saturday	10:00-14:00 17:00-21:00
Sunday	10:00-14:00 17:00-21:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Cosy
✓ Romantic
✓ Upmarket

Amenities:

✓ Bar on site
✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Gender-neutral toilets

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Highlights:

✓ Great coffee
✓ Great dessert

Offerings:

✓ Alcohol
✓ Beer
✓ Cocktails
✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Spirits
✓ Vegetarian options
✓ Wine
✓ Healthy options
✓ Small plates
✓ Organic dishes

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Catering

Plan your visit:

✓ Accepts reservations
✓ Dinner reservations recommended
✓ Lunch reservations recommended

Service possibilities:

✓ Kerbside pickup
x Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Outdoor seating

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Tourists
✓ Family friendly
✓ LGBTQ+ friendly
✓ Transgender safe space

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

12. Tin Angel At The Eccles Theater

Quirky Cafe For Organic European Fare

Hip bistro with local art on the walls & a menu of European dishes that use farm-fresh ingredients. Tin Angel At The Eccles Theater, the 2nd american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.4 from 495 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 131 S Main St and is currently open.

Products/Services:Restaurant, American restaurant, Bar, European restaurant and Fine dining restaurant

REVIEWS:

88% like it (495 votes)

Tin Angel at the Eccles Theater location:

Address: 131 S Main St Salt Lake City, UT 84111 United States Map, Directions
Website: Visit Website

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Cosy
✓ Romantic
✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ Bar on site
✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids
✓ Gender-neutral toilets

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Business identity:

✓ Identifies as women-owned

Highlights:

✓ Great dessert
✓ Great cocktails
✓ Great beer selection
✓ Great wine list

Offerings:

✓ Alcohol
✓ Beer
✓ Cocktails
✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Spirits
✓ Vegetarian options
✓ Wine
✓ Healthy options
✓ Small plates
✓ Organic dishes
✓ Vegan options

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Seating
✓ Brunch

Plan your visit:

✓ Accepts reservations
✓ Dinner reservations recommended

Service possibilities:

x Delivery
✓ Dine-in
✓ Outdoor seating

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ Family friendly
✓ LGBTQ+ friendly
✓ Transgender safe space

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
✓ Wheelchair-accessible lift

13. Squatters Pub Brewery SLC Airport

Relaxed Microbrewery Serving Pub Grub

Outpost of a mellow microbrewery chain crafting seasonal & year-round beers, plus diverse bar bites. Squatters Pub Brewery Slc Airport, the 3rd american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.2 from 2,755 reviews. This Brewpub is located at 776 N Terminal Dr Terminal A and is currently open.

Products/Services:Brewpub, American restaurant, Beer store and Restaurant

REVIEWS:

84% like it (2755 votes)

Squatters Pub Brewery SLC Airport location:

Address: 776 N Terminal Dr Terminal A Salt Lake City, UT 84116 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 385-229-4002
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Squatters Pub Brewery Slc Airport open since 08:00. It will close at 00:00

Day	Hours
Monday	08:00-00:00
Tuesday	08:00-00:00
Wednesday	08:00-00:00
Thursday	08:00-00:00
Friday	08:00-00:00
Saturday	08:00-00:00
Sunday	08:00-00:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets

Favored for:

✓ Solo dining

Highlights:

✓ Fast service

Offerings:

✓ Beer
✓ Food at bar
✓ Food

Options for dining:

✓ Dessert

Service possibilities:

✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

14. Apollo Burger

Casual Spot With Flame-Broiled Patties

Local counter-serve chain offering flame-broiled burgers, sandwiches & breakfast in a casual space. Apollo Burger, the 4th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.2 from 2,175 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 143 N Redwood Rd and is currently open.

Products/Services:Restaurant, American restaurant, Fast food restaurant, Greek restaurant and Hamburger restaurant

REVIEWS:

84% like it (2175 votes)

Apollo Burger location:

Address: 143 N Redwood Rd Salt Lake City, UT 84116 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 801-595-1277
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Apollo Burger open since 07:00. It will close at 00:00

Day	Hours
Monday	07:00-23:00
Tuesday	07:00-23:00
Wednesday	07:00-23:00
Thursday	07:00-23:00
Friday	07:00-00:00
Saturday	07:00-00:00
Sunday	07:00-21:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards
✓ NFC mobile payments

Favored for:

✓ Breakfast
✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Highlights:

✓ Fast service

Offerings:

✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Late-night food
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Catering
✓ Counter service
✓ Seating
✓ Breakfast

Service possibilities:

✓ No-contact delivery
✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Drive-through

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ Family friendly
✓ University students

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
✓ Wheelchair-accessible lift

15. Blue Lemon

Modern New American Counter-Serve Spot

Local counter-serve chain offering breakfast, sandwiches & New American entrees in a modern space. Blue Lemon, the 5th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.2 from 1,530 reviews. This American restaurant is located at 55 W S Temple and is currently open.

Products/Services:American restaurant, Caterer, Lunch restaurant, Restaurant, Salad shop and Sandwich shop

REVIEWS:

84% like it (1530 votes)

Blue Lemon location:

Address: 55 W S Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84101 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 801-328-2583
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Blue Lemon open since 10:30. It will close at 21:00

Day	Hours
Monday	10:30-21:00
Tuesday	10:30-21:00
Wednesday	10:30-21:00
Thursday	10:30-21:00
Friday	10:30-21:00
Saturday	10:30-21:00
Sunday	Closed

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards
✓ NFC mobile payments

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Highlights:

✓ Great dessert
✓ Great tea selection
✓ Fast service

Offerings:

✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Vegetarian options
✓ Healthy options
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Small plates
✓ Organic dishes
✓ Quick bite
✓ Vegan options

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Catering
✓ Seating
✓ Brunch

Service possibilities:

✓ No-contact delivery
✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Outdoor seating

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ University students

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
✓ Wheelchair-accessible lift

16. Roula's Cafe

Simple Spot For Greek & American Grub

Greek & American classics, such as souvlaki, burgers & breakfast, served in a bright, casual space. Roula's Cafe, the 6th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.2 from 46 reviews. This American restaurant is located at 351 S W Temple St and is currently closed, will reopen at 08:00 on Monday.

Products/Services:American restaurant, Breakfast restaurant, Caterer and Greek restaurant

REVIEWS:

84% like it (46 votes)

Roula's Cafe location:

Address: 351 S W Temple St Salt Lake City, UT 84101 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 801-924-0330

OPENING HOURS:

Roula's Cafe closed since Friday 15:00. It will re-open at Monday 08:00

Day	Hours
Monday	08:00-15:00
Tuesday	08:00-15:00
Wednesday	08:00-15:00
Thursday	08:00-15:00
Friday	08:00-15:00
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ Toilets

Accepted Payments:

✓ NFC mobile payments

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Solo dining
✓ Lunch
✓ Breakfast

Offerings:

✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Breakfast

Service possibilities:

✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

17. The Cheesecake Factory

American Dining Chain With Jumbo Plates

American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake The Cheesecake Factory, the 7th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.1 from 4,810 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 65 Regent St and is currently open.

Products/Services:Restaurant, American restaurant, Dessert restaurant and Takeout restaurant

REVIEWS:

82% like it (4810 votes)

The Cheesecake Factory location:

Address: 65 Regent St Salt Lake City, UT 84111 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 801-521-1732
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

The Cheesecake Factory open since 11:00. It will close at 23:00

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	10:00-22:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Romantic
✓ Upmarket
✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards

Favored for:

✓ Breakfast
✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Highlights:

✓ Great coffee
✓ Great dessert
✓ Great cocktails
✓ Great beer selection
✓ Great wine list

Offerings:

✓ Alcohol
✓ Beer
✓ Cocktails
✓ Coffee
✓ Late-night food
✓ Vegetarian options
✓ Healthy options
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Small plates

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Catering
✓ Seating
✓ Brunch
✓ Breakfast

Plan your visit:

✓ Usually a wait
✓ Accepts reservations
✓ Dinner reservations recommended

Service possibilities:

✓ Kerbside pickup
✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Outdoor seating
✓ Drive-through

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ Family friendly

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
✓ Wheelchair-accessible lift

18. Corner Bakery Cafe

Chain Cafe For Sandwiches & Pastries

Casual, counter-serve cafe chain offering a standard menu of sandwiches, pasta & pastries. Corner Bakery Cafe, the 8th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.1 from 1,491 reviews. This Bakery is located at 610 Foothill Dr and is currently closed, will reopen at 08:00 on Saturday.

Products/Services:Bakery, American restaurant, Sandwich shop, Bistro, Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Coffee shop, Dessert restaurant and Salad shop

REVIEWS:

82% like it (1491 votes)

Corner Bakery Cafe location:

Address: 610 Foothill Dr Salt Lake City, UT 84113 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 801-583-2000
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Corner Bakery Cafe closed since Friday 16:00. It will re-open at Saturday 08:00

Day	Hours
Monday	08:00-16:00
Tuesday	08:00-16:00
Wednesday	08:00-16:00
Thursday	08:00-16:00
Friday	08:00-16:00
Saturday	08:00-16:00
Sunday	Closed

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Cosy
✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards
✓ NFC mobile payments

Favored for:

✓ Breakfast
✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Highlights:

✓ Great coffee
✓ Great dessert
✓ Great tea selection
✓ Fast service

Offerings:

✓ Alcohol
✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Vegetarian options
✓ Healthy options
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Small plates
✓ Organic dishes
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Catering
✓ Counter service
✓ Seating
✓ Brunch
✓ Breakfast

Service possibilities:

✓ Kerbside pickup
✓ No-contact delivery
✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Outdoor seating

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ Family friendly
✓ University students

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

19. Roberts Restaurant

Casual Comfort-Food Cafe With A Full Bar

Down-home diner-style American grub in a spare but inviting setting with a full liquor license. Roberts Restaurant, the 9th american restaurant in our best american restaurants list, received a score of 4.1 from 969 reviews. This American restaurant is located at 145 N Wright Brothers Dr and is currently open.

Products/Services:American restaurant

REVIEWS:

82% like it (969 votes)

Roberts Restaurant location:

Address: 145 N Wright Brothers Dr Salt Lake City, UT 84116 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 801-364-3663
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Roberts Restaurant open since 07:00. It will close at 21:00

Day	Hours
Monday	07:00-21:00
Tuesday	07:00-21:00
Wednesday	07:00-21:00
Thursday	07:00-21:00
Friday	07:00-21:00
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Cosy
✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards

Favored for:

✓ Breakfast
✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Business identity:

✓ Identifies as women-owned

Highlights:

✓ Great coffee
✓ Fast service

Offerings:

✓ Alcohol
✓ Beer
✓ Cocktails
✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Spirits
✓ Wine
✓ Healthy options
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Catering
✓ Seating
✓ Brunch
✓ Breakfast

Service possibilities:

✓ Kerbside pickup
✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ Family friendly
✓ LGBTQ+ friendly

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

American restaurants in Salt Lake City, UT (19) Vegan restaurants in Salt Lake City, UT (12)

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19 Best American Restaurants in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City’s Best American Restaurants:

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