Restaurant Reviews
New Sushi Kid on the Block: Hamachi Pecatarian Grill
Kids these days… They don’t get much credit. We think they’re lazy and addicted to iPhones. But meeting a young man like Billy and indulging in his sensational sushi gives…
Burgers and Art: M.C. Escher and Block Restaurant
A visit to Provo to view Escher art also gave me an excuse to check out a new restaurant: Block. The eatery is a place with a hip vibe and…
Mandarin Restaurant in Bountiful, Utah Celebrating 40th Birthday
As the Chinese New Year draws to a close—the Year of the Dog—I’m reminded how enduring Bountiful’s Mandarin restaurant is.
Saffron Valley In Sugar House
Among Mahate’s passions is her mission to spread the richness of Indian culture and cuisine among Utahns, one forkful at a time.
Down on The Bayou: Dinner and a Show at The Bayou and State Room
It’s hard for me to believe that Mark Alston and Del Vance opened The Bayou way back in late 2002. Since that time, it’s become the place for beer aficionados…
Cabin Cuisine: Superb food & views at Lookout Cabin
Tucked away from urban glitz and glam at Lookout Cabin is one of Utah’s best chefs, Chris Durfee. If you’ve been around the SLC dining scene for a while, you…
Reef’s 3.0—Middle Eastern Fare Comes to Deer Valley
While the location has changed, Reef’s is still an independent family business with owner/chef Asi Yoked and his wife Tali at the helm.
Romantic Tables: Best Bets for Valentine’s Day Dining
OF COURSE, dining out on Valentine’s Day is a well-worn cliche. But hey, I’m a romantic and a sentimentalist at heart. So I’m always down for making my Valentine’s meal…
Hungry After Midnight? Check Out Five Late Night Eateries
When late-night hunger pangs hit and you’re in need of noshes that don’t come through a drive-thru window, Salt Lake has plenty of options.
Spanish Flare: A Visit to Venerable Cafe Madrid
Waaaaay back in 1997, I enjoyed my first dinner at Cafe Madrid. I’ve returned many, many times over the years. The restaurant was located on 3900 South back then, and was…
Chef Jonathan LeBlanc Retools the Stanza Kitchen and Menu
A back-to-basics culinary style has Stanza flying high and hitting on all cylinders.
Chunga’s—Festive Feeling, Welcoming Atmosphere, Incredible Food
Chunga’s has been around for over a decade and is definitely not going anywhere soon; it’s a neighborhood institution.
