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Nomad Eatery

By Tim Kronenberg [Posted March 1, 2018]

Here is described only three of 26-plus variations making up the food card presented by Nomad, and we haven’t even touched their red-brick pizza oven ($10–12) or dessert ($4–7) selections. Straightforward, fast and casual: There are way too many excellent combinations of satisfaction for one not to keep coming back. … read more

Afghan Kitchen

By Mandy Allfrey Murry [Posted February 1, 2018]

Afghanistan has a history of expertise in cooking and hospitality, along with a passion to serve guests a spread of food. Afghan Kitchen lives up to its heritage. The restaurant is unassuming from the street, but don’t let that fool you. There is something to be said for simplicity. … read more

With broth as a base, diners can shape their shabu-shabu experience with a panoply of ingredients to taste together at Tonkotsu Shabu Shabu Bar. | Photos: Talyn Sherer

Tonkotsu Shabu Shabu Bar

By Tim Kronenberg [Posted January 4, 2018]

Utah’s need for cold-weather comfort food has looked to Japan’s hot foods as the ramen craze took over. But there’s more! Enter Tonkotsu Shabu Shabu. … read more

Celeste Ristorante packs a toothsome Italian punch with dishes like Ravioli Incavolati (above). | Photo: Talyn Sherer.

Celeste Ristorante

By James Bennett [Posted November 30, 2017]

I look forward to many return visits to Celeste Ristorante. There is so much more that I am eager to try, from the housemade salads and antipasti to the myriad pasta combinations and the selections of fish, beef and even wild boar. … read more

Pallet allures with offerings that range from its visionary and decadent cocktail menu to its elegant, farm-fresh dishes (pictured: Elk). Photo: Talyn Sherer

Pallet: Spooning Up Something New

By Mandy Allfrey Murry [Posted November 2, 2017]

Currently rated No. 28 out of 1,205 restaurants in Salt Lake City on TripAdvisor, Pallet is extremely underrated when it comes to its online popularity. … read more

Frida Bistro’s menu flourishes with sophisticated Mexican gastronomy, boasting dishes like the Ensalada de Octopus and Salmon Malinche. Photo: Talyn Sherer

Salud to Life, Tequila and Mexican Fusion

By Mandy Allfrey Murry [Posted October 5, 2017]

Here in Salt Lake, the off-the-beaten-path Frida Bistro delivers the subtle yet powerful essence your taste buds crave. … read more

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What’s Your Handle?

By Mandy Allfrey Murry [Posted August 31, 2017]

With a patio designed for a 5-o’clock-somewhere afternoon glass of wine and a menu made of culinary tastebud dreams, Handle Salt Lake, the sibling of Park City’s Handle, is a curated masterpiece of art. … read more

You can’t go wrong with any of Star of India’s Northern Indian fare, paired with a sweet, frosty Mango Lassi. Pictured: Vegetable Samosas and Chana Masala. Photos: Talyn Sherer

Star of India

By Amanda Rock [Posted August 3, 2017]

I miss the Bollywood movies and the murals of their old location downtown, but it’s the food and the family behind Star of India that make this restaurant shine. … read more

Table X’s impeccable design matches the restaurant’s sustainability-oriented approach and exquisite dishes. Pictured: Kimchi Gazpacho. Photo: Talyn Sherer.

Table X

By Alex Springer [Posted June 29, 2017]

This spirit of innovative cultivation permeates everything about Table X, from its blink-and-you’ll-miss-it menu changes to the rustic-chic exposed ceiling beams and geometrically painted walls. … read more

From hog jowl tacos ($18) to bison burgers, Black Sheep at Epic Brewing Sugarhouse has all the contemporary Southwestern and Native American–inspired fixings you’ll need to pair with your brews. Photo: Talyn Sherer.

Black Sheep

By Mandy Allfrey Murry [Posted June 1, 2017]

Located in the heart of Sugarhouse is a contemporary brewpub inspired by Utah’s intrinsic history. Black Sheep has taken over the dining space at Epic Brewing, offering a menu that surprises with authentic Native American cuisine. The made-to-order spread is a fusion of Southwestern, Navajo and Mexican-inspired dishes. … read more