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Family dinners, special deals, restaurants giving back and more

March 21, 2020March 21, 2020 by Stuart Melling
The Pie - buffalo ranch

New curbside updates Avenues Proper – You’ll need to head into the restaurant if you want beer to go (still available), but you can order food delivered to the curb …

Read moreFamily dinners, special deals, restaurants giving back and more

More than seventy new foodie spots to explore across Utah

March 6, 2020March 1, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Blue marlin review header

Time restaurant openings wait for no man. Since our last roundup in October 2019, we’ve compiled a fairly heaving list of more than seventy new restaurants, bars, breweries, dessert shops …

Read moreMore than seventy new foodie spots to explore across Utah

Restaurant closures, DABC latest and all the food news highlights

December 2, 2019December 1, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Spitz - doner wrap with beast mode upgrade

DABC news In the absence of commissioner John T. Nielsen, vice-chairman Tom Jacobsen rattled through the November DABC get together at a brisk pace. As well as lots of newly …

Read moreRestaurant closures, DABC latest and all the food news highlights

Afghanistan to New Jersey – a world of flavors in the roundup

November 21, 2019November 21, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Bam Bam's BBQ (Siftey)

Reviews and write-ups Here’s the low down on all the reviews, ravings and rantings from the past month. Looking for somewhere new to dine this weekend? Start here… Afghan Kitchen …

Read moreAfghanistan to New Jersey – a world of flavors in the roundup

DABC news, closures, dining specials and Fall product launches

November 1, 2019 by Stuart Melling

The headline news out of the October DABC meeting was the increasing pressure on the state’s current inventory of bar licenses. Before the meeting only one license was available for …

Read moreDABC news, closures, dining specials and Fall product launches

Free dessert and tacos, DABC news, restaurant closures and deals galore

October 1, 2019September 30, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Cinnaholic - pumpkin pie roll

DABC News A relatively short DABC meeting for September with notably less action than usual. The most noteworthy item was the minor-kerfuffle over the Park City Smith’s location trying to …

Read moreFree dessert and tacos, DABC news, restaurant closures and deals galore

Free food samples, DABC news, unmissable grand openings, closures, and more

September 1, 2019September 1, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Punch Bowl Social - burger (Punch Bowl Social)

DABC News No major shocks or surprises at the August meeting, which moved along at a fairly brisk and busy pace. A few notable things to keep an eye on: …

Read moreFree food samples, DABC news, unmissable grand openings, closures, and more

DABC News, seismic burger news, seasonal Mexican meals and more

August 11, 2019August 1, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Saffron Valley - biryani (Saffron Valley)

A fairly quiet meeting over at the DABC for July. Highlights include licenses for the new Mazza in Sandy and our friends over at Saffron Valley and their new Riverton …

Read moreDABC News, seismic burger news, seasonal Mexican meals and more

New restaurants in Utah – April 2019

October 20, 2019April 17, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Five Sushi Brothers maki sushi large

Level Crossing Brewing Yes, we’re starting out of alphabetical sequence this month, and yes it’s because I got some lovely photos from the recent ribbon cutting event of this new …

Read moreNew restaurants in Utah – April 2019

Menu watch – January 2019

January 20, 2019January 18, 2019 by Stuart Melling
EJO Korean BBQ - spicy pork, cooked in the kitchen

If you’re new to our site this year, welcome aboard! And welcome to our first menu watch of the year. Each month we look at what’s happening across local restaurant …

Read moreMenu watch – January 2019

State Of The Plate 2018

March 1, 2019December 28, 2018 by Stuart Melling

Easily the most anticipated time of the year is here. Yes, I know, I know, the moment you’ve all been waiting with frenzied tension – our end of year State …

Read moreState Of The Plate 2018

Events: Brewstillery 2018, Craft Beer Week, Pub Crawl

September 23, 2018May 9, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Brewstillery logo

Brewstillery 2018 This Saturday (May 12th) is Slug Magazine’s second annual Brewstillery event. Held at the Gallivan Center in downtown SLC, this celebration of local only beer and spirits runs …

Read moreEvents: Brewstillery 2018, Craft Beer Week, Pub Crawl

Restaurant review roundup – January 2018

April 6, 2018January 5, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Celeste - ravioli incavolati. Photo Talyn Sherer of Slug Mag

A smaller roundup this month as we recap the musings of local writers, bloggers and podcasters from the past couple months. Understandable of course, obsessed as we’ve all no doubt …

Read moreRestaurant review roundup – January 2018

Tales from the DABC – May and June

July 13, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Freshies Lobster Co - lobster roll, now with beer and wine. Credit, Facebook.

A recap of the winners and losers over at the monthly DABC meetings, here are the main notes from both the May and June meetings. May 2017 DABC meeting Public …

Read moreTales from the DABC – May and June

Tales from the DABC – January 2017

September 1, 2017February 6, 2017 by Stuart Melling
HSL - another cocktail, because why not

Ever wondered what happens at those notorious DABC meetings? Well, if you didn’t know, they’re recorded and available online to listen to in full. And they can make for some …

Read moreTales from the DABC – January 2017

Events: Undercurrent, Sugar House Pub Crawl

May 17, 2016 by Stuart Melling
amari at undercurrent

Under Current – This Saturday, Amari will be the focus of the next educational event at Under Current in downtown SLC. From 4.00-5.30 p.m. (May 21) this Italian herbal liquor …

Read moreEvents: Undercurrent, Sugar House Pub Crawl

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.
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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.
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Special seafood

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

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

Neighborhood gem

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

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

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

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

Chef inspired cuisine

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

Fabulous lunch spot

Check out our sponsor Taqueria 27 for a great destination lunch spot seven days a week.
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  • Demand for dining surging – can restaurants keep up?
  • Dented Brick Distillery (DBD)All the discounts you can grab at the liquor store this month
  • Taqueria 27 beef tacosGot a vaccine? Score a foodie deal
  • Oquirrh market fish specialWhat else is happening on menus around town?

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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.
sponsored ad

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.
sponsored ad

Special seafood

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

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.
sponsored ad

Romantic mountain dining

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

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.
sponsored ad

Neighborhood gem

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

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.
sponsored ad

Chic date night spot

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

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.
sponsored ad

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*
sponsored ad

Chic downtown dining

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

Upscale pub grub

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

Chef inspired cuisine

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

Fabulous lunch spot

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

Features

  • Spring into action and check out one of these 60 new restaurants
  • Beyond burger with runny eggState Of The Plate 2020
  • Maven Oak Creative header imageThe changing face of the industry
  • Punch Bowl Social - knock off burgerCovid closures, a running tally of the impact on the SLC food scene
  • BBQ plate with home made corn breadGet ready for the grill – Summer Q essentials

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.
sponsored ad

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.
sponsored ad

Special seafood

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

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.
sponsored ad

Romantic mountain dining

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

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.
sponsored ad

Neighborhood gem

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

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.
sponsored ad

Chic date night spot

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

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.
sponsored ad

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*
sponsored ad

Chic downtown dining

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

Upscale pub grub

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

Chef inspired cuisine

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

Fabulous lunch spot

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

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