Eat Here Now
These stories focus on restaurants, dishes, or events we’ve recently experienced, reporting back on them in real(ish) time so you know where to Eat. Right. Now.
These are *not* traditional restaurant reviews. We might have been invited guests, or we may have focused on a single, simple element that’s noteworthy.
My favorite dishes I ate around Utah in 2025
If my last post (160+ new restaurants that opened in 2025) was a little extreme in the wordcount, here’s a simpler listing of bites, aimed… Read More »My favorite dishes I ate around Utah in 2025
Gumbo to gyros – a few new dishes for your dining explorations
You’ve probably noticed it’s been a smidge quieter than normal around these parts. This time of the year, menu releases slow to a crawl, events… Read More »Gumbo to gyros – a few new dishes for your dining explorations
The Pearl – grab these blue mussels before they vanish in two weeks
It’s satisfying to reflect on the nuanced evolution at The Pearl since I wrote this preview piece – somewhat mind-bogglingly three years ago now. Tempus… Read More »The Pearl – grab these blue mussels before they vanish in two weeks
Burmese cuisine shines at revamped Woodbine Food Hall
I’m embarrassed to say it’s taken me as long as it has to visit Shwe Letyar Sushi; the restaurant debuted inside the Woodbine Food Hall… Read More »Burmese cuisine shines at revamped Woodbine Food Hall
Grill Bar quietly opens in Taylorsville with hands-on Chinese BBQ options
Following the sizzling arrival of Zhu Ting Ji earlier this year, a certain Taylorsville strip mall (5486 S 1900 W) has started to develop into… Read More »Grill Bar quietly opens in Taylorsville with hands-on Chinese BBQ options
Put Brasserie 7452 on your itinerary for Fall foliage drives
If you’re looking on longingly at the kaledioscopic mountains right now, might I suggest Brasserie 7452, (located inside Deer Valley’s St Regis property) as a… Read More »Put Brasserie 7452 on your itinerary for Fall foliage drives
Where to get Carnitas Michoacan in Utah
If you have ever been to a Mexican restaurant, you have probably seen carnitas on the menu. From Chipotle to Red Iguana, carnitas have entered… Read More »Where to get Carnitas Michoacan in Utah
The magic of Sri Annapoorani in South Jordan
This is the best Indian food in Utah; and its not particularly close To say that I have eaten a lot of Indian food in… Read More »The magic of Sri Annapoorani in South Jordan
Monte is Utah’s newest entrant in the fine dining space
Restaurants that commit exclusively to tasting menus are something of a rarified air in the restaurant world. Chef-driven restaurants that produce a rigorous, multi-course onslaught… Read More »Monte is Utah’s newest entrant in the fine dining space
The fabulous flavors of Salt Lake City’s Indoor Swap Meet
It’s easy to miss. Driving down Redwood Road amongst Peruvian and Honduran restaurants tucked into strip malls, next to the bail bonds money transfer stores,… Read More »The fabulous flavors of Salt Lake City’s Indoor Swap Meet
Kenny J’s BBQ making waves over in South Jordan
As anyone who’s tasted the best of Texas will attest, life from that point will be spent chasing the ephemeral experience forever. Â The very best… Read More »Kenny J’s BBQ making waves over in South Jordan
Bold Haitian flavors available at the unique Makaya Caters
When people ask me for food recommendations around Salt Lake, they are often surprised when I enthusiastically suggest various food trucks. Some of the most… Read More »Bold Haitian flavors available at the unique Makaya Caters
Bambara’s latest chef is making a big mark on the menu
Update: Sadly for Utah, I believe Chef Hernandez has now left Bambara, per this article. Longevity is a funny thing in the restaurant world. We… Read More »Bambara’s latest chef is making a big mark on the menu
Locally fished trout shines at this downtown SLC newcomer
Me: “Can I also order the mussels, maybe something else?” Server: “Oh, actually, I think you’ve ordered plenty already.” Me: “Don’t worry, I’m a professional,… Read More »Locally fished trout shines at this downtown SLC newcomer
Cosmica is another jewel in the culinary crown of the Central 9th neighborhood
I first started tracking Cosmica (945 S 300 W) more than a year ago. The news that local restaurateur Ryan Lowder (Copper Onion, Copper Common)… Read More »Cosmica is another jewel in the culinary crown of the Central 9th neighborhood
Silverside Deli becoming a Sugar House staple for creative sandwiches
Tucked away on an unassuming street in the middle of Sugar House (2121 McClelland St) is Salt Lake’s current most exciting lunch option. Silverside Deli… Read More »Silverside Deli becoming a Sugar House staple for creative sandwiches
This West Valley City sandwich is a steal for $10
I’ve harped on and on about West Valley City’s Pho 777 for years now. I hope you’ve been paying attention and time, it’s a true… Read More »This West Valley City sandwich is a steal for $10
Spicy Boiled Fish – thrilling Sichuan cooking at Zhu Ting Ji
To say the secret is out about Zhu Ting Ji, would be an understatement for the ages. The Taylorsville newcomer has been nothing short of… Read More »Spicy Boiled Fish – thrilling Sichuan cooking at Zhu Ting Ji
Eating and living well at Empanada Co.Â
When Florencia and Adam Farr created Empanda Co. (2030 South and 900 East, SLC), they were hoping to fill several gaps in the Utah dining… Read More »Eating and living well at Empanada Co.Â