Guidebook for Salt Lake City
Food Scene
Upscale restaurant within walking distance from our home
20 locals recommend
Harbor Seafood & Steak Co.
E 2302 E Parleys WayUpscale restaurant within walking distance from our home
Great Mexican food. We recommend trying Red Iguana 2 as the line is usually 2 hrs long at the original Red Iguana’s.
71 locals recommend
Red Iguana 2
866 W S Temple StGreat Mexican food. We recommend trying Red Iguana 2 as the line is usually 2 hrs long at the original Red Iguana’s.
Chile-Tepin
307 W 200 SAnother great Mexican food option downtown
Bombay House
2731 E Parleys WayExcellent Indian food right down Parley’s
Mediterranean street food. We have a location right down the street in Sugar House. Great drink selection as well.
34 locals recommend
Spitz - Sugarhouse
1201 Wilmington AveMediterranean street food. We have a location right down the street in Sugar House. Great drink selection as well.
Thai Archer Restaurant Utah
1429 1100 EAwesome Pad Kee Mao and Red Curry
Just off Foothill Dr. Some of the best coffee in the area. They donate to pet rescue and even give you a small dog biscuit shaped gingerbread cookie with your coffee.
15 locals recommend
Bjorn's Brew
2358 Foothill DrJust off Foothill Dr. Some of the best coffee in the area. They donate to pet rescue and even give you a small dog biscuit shaped gingerbread cookie with your coffee.
Great coffee option if you happen to be downtown. Tiny place, but awesome coffee.
22 locals recommend
Three Pines Coffee
165 S Main StGreat coffee option if you happen to be downtown. Tiny place, but awesome coffee.
Howdy Homemade Ice Cream
2670 S 2000 EJust south of us in Millcreek. Awesome ice cream flavors, super creamy.
Drinks & Nightlife
Whiskey Street Cocktails & Dining
323 S Main StGreat food and drinks on Main St. downtown
Located right next to Whiskey Street. Cool environment, tapas and drinks.
63 locals recommend
White Horse Spirits & Kitchen
325 S Main StLocated right next to Whiskey Street. Cool environment, tapas and drinks.
Sightseeing
Utah State Capitol
Beautiful state capitol just north of downtown
Awesome hike 3 miles from our house. Unparalleled views of the valley and city.
53 locals recommend
The Living Room Trailhead
383 Colorow RdAwesome hike 3 miles from our house. Unparalleled views of the valley and city.
Everything Else
Park City has a very small mountain town vibe. There are cool shops and restaurants along Main Street. Many of them have outdoor seating where you can enjoy the mountains and even watch people skiing in the winter.
559 locals recommend
Park City
Park City has a very small mountain town vibe. There are cool shops and restaurants along Main Street. Many of them have outdoor seating where you can enjoy the mountains and even watch people skiing in the winter.
Arts & Culture
Located in the heart of the city, Temple Square is home to the Latter Day Saints origin. There are several tours of the complex and if you happen to be downtown it’s worth it to walk through. Inside the square is typically beautifully landscaped. The architecture of all the buildings is also worth seeing.
621 locals recommend
Temple Square
50 N West TempleLocated in the heart of the city, Temple Square is home to the Latter Day Saints origin. There are several tours of the complex and if you happen to be downtown it’s worth it to walk through. Inside the square is typically beautifully landscaped. The architecture of all the buildings is also worth seeing.
Located near the University, the Red Butte Garden has an awesome exhibit to see if you enjoy flowers and gardening.
229 locals recommend
Red Butte Garden
300 Wakara WayLocated near the University, the Red Butte Garden has an awesome exhibit to see if you enjoy flowers and gardening.
Parks & Nature
If you love hiking, there are some great trails in Big Cottonwood Canyon just a few miles from our house. If you plan on hiking while staying in Salt Lake, I recommend downloading the app “All Trails.” It gives you a synopsis of local trails including difficulty rating, reviews, trail map, and photos.
176 locals recommend
Big Cottonwood Canyon
If you love hiking, there are some great trails in Big Cottonwood Canyon just a few miles from our house. If you plan on hiking while staying in Salt Lake, I recommend downloading the app “All Trails.” It gives you a synopsis of local trails including difficulty rating, reviews, trail map, and photos.
Entertainment & Activities
Located in the foothills on your way to Park City. Great course, well kept. Many people spot moose while playing here.
13 locals recommend
Mountain Dell Golf Course
Located in the foothills on your way to Park City. Great course, well kept. Many people spot moose while playing here.
Bonneville Golf Course is a local course right up the road on Foothill Dr. Great course for the price.
7 locals recommend
Bonneville Golf Course
954 Connor StBonneville Golf Course is a local course right up the road on Foothill Dr. Great course for the price.