This week’s Utah Bites restaurant review is a bit slimmer than most - without as many pretty pictures. That’s because I’m writing about takeout from a terrific pizzeria as opposed to a full-service restaurant dining experience with appetizers, entrees, desserts, wine list, etc. But although the review might be shorter, rest assured that this place is absolutely packed with … [Read more...]
Pizza Pandemonium: A Profusion of Can’t-Miss Utah Pizzerias
I can think of few foods more comforting in a pandemic - or any other time, really - than pizza. It goes without saying that pizza is a perfect choice for pick-up and delivery. But I’m pretty picky about my pizza, whether it’s New York style, Neapolitan, Chicagoan, from New Haven, or elsewhere. A great pizza begins with great ingredients. What follows is a list of my favorite … [Read more...]
Pizza Perfection: A Visit to Bountiful’s Ti Amo Woodfired Pizza
Although Bountiful, Utah isn’t exactly known as a culinary hotspot, the city north of Salt Lake does have its high points. Vito’s, in my opinion, is the best Philly cheesesteak joint in the entire state. And Mandarin is an excellent Chinese restaurant. Boba World is an awesome place for boba drinks, Mo’ Bettahs is the go-to for funky Hawaiian-style fare, and Royal India serves … [Read more...]
Curry Pizza: Indian Food + Pizza = Love at First Bite
When I first visited Curry Pizza, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The setup is much like the thin crust pizza shops around town, however, a quick look at the sauces and you will know you are no longer in Kansas, Dorothy. Honey Curry, Mango Korma, Tikka Masala, Green Mango Curry, and of course, Makhani; aka butter chicken! We all know this is everyone’s favorite starter Indian … [Read more...]
Margherita & More @ MidiCi: An Oasis of Great Taste at The Gateway
Locally-owned Neapolitan Pizzeria Shane Barber knows a thing or two about restaurants. He opened Bandits Grill & Bar here and in California and was instrumental in helping to create MidiCi The Neapolitan Pizza Company - founded in California - consulting on the restaurant’s food and drink menus. Now, in partnership with Marc Crossman and Kathryn Conroy, he has a … [Read more...]
Fireside: On Fire at Regent Street
Michael Richey’s Fireside on Regent is Hot In the past couples months, Viet Pham’s new Pretty Bird eatery has been garnering most of the foodie press in town, and deservedly so. However, there’s another excellent dining spot on Regent Street in downtown SLC - the one that owner/chef Michael Richey opened in winter of 2017, called Fireside on Regent. This downtown bistro … [Read more...]
Este Pizza Expands to a Sugar House Location
Este Pizza has moved. Now at the corner of 900 East and 2100 South, Este has increased their slice of the pie in the Sugar House pizza scene. According to food critic Ted Scheffler, Este offers the “hands down the most authentic New York Italian style pizza in Salt Lake City.” “We needed room for another oven.” co-owner Anthony “Stu” Steward said. “Our wait … [Read more...]
Flatbread Pizza in Sugar House
A New Family Friendly Pizza Parlor in Sugar House Mama mia, now that’s a pizza! Flatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria is open for business in the former Granite Furniture building in Sugar House. In wood-fired ovens, salads and a customer favorite - macaroni and cheese. The restaurant believes in supporting the community with pictures from local artists on the walls and local beers on … [Read more...]