State Of The Plate 2018

Easily the most anticipated time of the year is here. Yes, I know, I know, the moment you've all been waiting with...

The Eklektik - citrus tiramisu (Talyn Sherer | Slug Mag)

The Roundup – August 2018

Reviews and write ups While the sun's shining, people aren't writing about food apparently; so after a July hiatus then, please welcome back The Roundup,...

The Roundup – March 2018

A look back at the past month of reviews, write-ups, diatribes and musings on the SLC dining scene. This month we have more...

It’s A Wrap – January 2018

Stanza Italian Bistro - The downtown Italian restaurant is currently offering a Winter “express business lunch” menu that looks to save you a bunch...

Celeste - ravioli incavolati. Photo Talyn Sherer of Slug Mag

Restaurant review roundup – January 2018

A smaller roundup this month as we recap the musings of local writers, bloggers and podcasters from the past couple months. Understandable of...

Menu watch – October 2017

Alamexo Cantina - This new comer to the 9th and 9th area is upto full speed and now open for lunch. Closed on...

It’s a wrap – September 2017

Mountain West Cider - Announced in the last month, the new Desolation Prickly Pear Hard Cider from Utah's only hard cider brewery, should now...

Restaurant Review Roundup – May 2016

Want to know what's happening on the SLC dining scene? Look no further than our local bloggers and podcasters. Here's the output of...

Events: J Wong’s, Mandarin, Shallow Shaft

J.Wong’s Thai & Chinese Bistro - J. Wong’s Thai & Chinese Bistro, located in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, invites the community...

News: Red Rock, Mountain Specials, Mandarin, Eva’s Bakery

Red Rock Brewing - As their 20th anniversary looms, Red Rock Brewing Company has introduced a new brew to their already tasty lineup -...

Restaurant Review Roundup – September 2014

More than fifteen restaurant reviews comprise September's restaurant review round up. Spitz continues to make waves and buzz among local writers - see Heartbeat...

News: Beehive Distiling, Mandarin, July 4th

Beehive Distilling Beehive Distilling, Utah’s only gin distillery, has released the first gin to be legally made in the state in over 140...

Caputo’s, Mandarin, Franck’s.

Caputo's On 15th Caputo’s on 15th is now offering three separate flights of cheeses to suit any palate. Served on locally crafted wood cheese boards...

Mandarin Restaurant, Stein Eriksen

Gung Hay Fat Choy! Ring in the Year of the horse 2014 at the Mandarin restaurant in Bountiful to celebrate Chinese New Year....

Korean fusion cuisine!

Check out our sponsor The Angry Korean., home to the best Korean food in Salt Lake City.

50+ wines by the glass

Check out our sponsor BTG Wine Bar., the best wine bar in town with a hand curated selection of boutique wines.

Fine Mexican cuisine

Looking for the best Mexican restaurant in SLC? Check out our sponsor Alamexo for creative, modern Mexican cuisine.

Loaded burgers

Looking for amazing burgers in Salt Lake? Check out our sponsor BGR for creative, bold burgers; everything is grilled to your temperature exactly.

Special seafood

For first class seafood and shellfish in Salt Lake City, check out our sponsor Current Fish And Oyster.

Weekend brunch

Searching for a beautiful brunch in Salt Lake City? Check out our sponsor Avenues Proper for Saturday and Sunday brunch with mimosas aplenty!

Stacked sandwiches

On the hunt for SLC’s best sandwich? Look no further than our sponsor Feldman’s Deli and their loaded half pound deli classics.

Award winning beer

You’ll find some of Utah’s best beer at our sponsor Proper Brewing Co.

Delicious curries

Head to our sponsor Saffron Valley and you’ll find a vibrant menu of diverse dishes from North and South Indian.

Romantic mountain dining

Looking for the most romantic spot in Utah? Check out our sponsor Log Haven nestled in Millcreek canyon.

Authentic Japanese

It’s hard to beat authenticity and consistency. Our sponsor Kyoto has been offering traditional sushi, sashimi and entrees for more than 30 years.

Burgers and beer

Adjacent to Proper Brewing Co is Proper Burger and their sister restaurant, don’t miss either of these sponsor businesses.

Neighborhood gem

This downtown based Cafe Niche offers one of the very best neighborhood menus in town, breakfast and brunch included.

Impressive Italian

The downtown based Caffe Molise offers some of the very best Italian food in all of SLC. Check out this fine sponsor next time you’re downtown.

Try a tipple

Our sponsor Vine Lore are one of SLC’s best spirits and wine brokers, their portfolio is always worth reviewing for great selections.

Chic date night spot

Head down to our sponsor Stanza and discover one of the city’s coolest spots for a night out.

A relaxing oasis

Look no further than our sponsor Oasis Cafe for a tranquil destination in the heart of Salt Lake. Open seven days a week.

Chic downtown dining

Look no further than our sponsor Whiskey Street for brilliant downtown dining like this ahi poke with cucumbers, avocado, chuka ika salad, wasabi lime aioli, and sesame wonton chips*

Chic downtown dining

Head to our sponsor White Horse for brilliant downtown dining in a classy environment

Upscale pub grub

Check out our sponsor Bourbon House fabulous pub grub with a refined and elevated twist

Award winning brewpub

Check out our sponsor Desert Edge Pub - one of the innovators on SLC's craft brew scene since 1995.

Brilliant breakfast

Check out our sponsor Campos Coffee - for amazing breakfast options seven days a week.

Chef inspired cuisine

Visit our sponsor SLC Eatery - for unique chef driven cuisine and a modern take on dim sum.

Fabulous lunch spot

Check out our sponsor Taqueria 27 for a great destination lunch spot seven days a week.

SLC's Best Bar

For a one stop detsination for fun check out our sponsor Punch Bowl Social - a unique mix of scratch food, craft cocktails and fun actitives. Their kitchen also opens late every day of the week too!

Upcoming food events

Thu 19

Lamb on the Spit September 19th

September 19 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Fri 20

Liberty Park Farmer’s Market

September 20 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sat 21

Downtown Farmer’s Market

September 21 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Sat 21

Oktoberfest 2019

September 21 @ 12:00 pm - September 22 @ 6:00 pm

Korean fusion cuisine!

Check out our sponsor The Angry Korean., home to the best Korean food in Salt Lake City.

50+ wines by the glass

Check out our sponsor BTG Wine Bar., the best wine bar in town with a hand curated selection of boutique wines.

Fine Mexican cuisine

Looking for the best Mexican restaurant in SLC? Check out our sponsor Alamexo for creative, modern Mexican cuisine.

Loaded burgers

Looking for amazing burgers in Salt Lake? Check out our sponsor BGR for creative, bold burgers; everything is grilled to your temperature exactly.

Special seafood

For first class seafood and shellfish in Salt Lake City, check out our sponsor Current Fish And Oyster.

Weekend brunch

Searching for a beautiful brunch in Salt Lake City? Check out our sponsor Avenues Proper for Saturday and Sunday brunch with mimosas aplenty!

Stacked sandwiches

On the hunt for SLC’s best sandwich? Look no further than our sponsor Feldman’s Deli and their loaded half pound deli classics.

Award winning beer

You’ll find some of Utah’s best beer at our sponsor Proper Brewing Co.

Delicious curries

Head to our sponsor Saffron Valley and you’ll find a vibrant menu of diverse dishes from North and South Indian.

Romantic mountain dining

Looking for the most romantic spot in Utah? Check out our sponsor Log Haven nestled in Millcreek canyon.

Authentic Japanese

It’s hard to beat authenticity and consistency. Our sponsor Kyoto has been offering traditional sushi, sashimi and entrees for more than 30 years.

Burgers and beer

Adjacent to Proper Brewing Co is Proper Burger and their sister restaurant, don’t miss either of these sponsor businesses.

Neighborhood gem

This downtown based Cafe Niche offers one of the very best neighborhood menus in town, breakfast and brunch included.

Impressive Italian

The downtown based Caffe Molise offers some of the very best Italian food in all of SLC. Check out this fine sponsor next time you’re downtown.

Try a tipple

Our sponsor Vine Lore are one of SLC’s best spirits and wine brokers, their portfolio is always worth reviewing for great selections.

Chic date night spot

Head down to our sponsor Stanza and discover one of the city’s coolest spots for a night out.

A relaxing oasis

Look no further than our sponsor Oasis Cafe for a tranquil destination in the heart of Salt Lake. Open seven days a week.

Chic downtown dining

Look no further than our sponsor Whiskey Street for brilliant downtown dining like this ahi poke with cucumbers, avocado, chuka ika salad, wasabi lime aioli, and sesame wonton chips*

Chic downtown dining

Head to our sponsor White Horse for brilliant downtown dining in a classy environment

Upscale pub grub

Check out our sponsor Bourbon House fabulous pub grub with a refined and elevated twist

Award winning brewpub

Check out our sponsor Desert Edge Pub - one of the innovators on SLC's craft brew scene since 1995.

Brilliant breakfast

Check out our sponsor Campos Coffee - for amazing breakfast options seven days a week.

Chef inspired cuisine

Visit our sponsor SLC Eatery - for unique chef driven cuisine and a modern take on dim sum.

Fabulous lunch spot

Check out our sponsor Taqueria 27 for a great destination lunch spot seven days a week.

About The Mandarin

State Of The Plate 2018

The Roundup – August 2018

The Roundup – March 2018

It’s A Wrap – January 2018

Restaurant review roundup – January 2018

Menu watch – October 2017

It’s a wrap – September 2017

Restaurant Review Roundup – May 2016

Events: J Wong’s, Mandarin, Shallow Shaft

News: Red Rock, Mountain Specials, Mandarin, Eva’s Bakery

Restaurant Review Roundup – September 2014

News: Beehive Distiling, Mandarin, July 4th

Caputo’s, Mandarin, Franck’s.

Mandarin Restaurant, Stein Eriksen

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