Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Salt Lake City

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Updated 05 June 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Salt Lake City? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

WildWood Restaurant American Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (888)

$30 and under

American

Salt Lake City

About the restaurant

Your neighborhood restaurant featuring contemporary American food. We have a main dining area, patio and a secluded speak easy. The speak easy is available on select nights so please call for availability.

Top review

Tobin

Dined 5 days ago

First visit and we got to sit on the patio. Both the food and service were excellent and this place is now on our go-to.

Oak Wood Fired Kitchen - Draper

4.8

4.8 (249)

$30 and under

American

Draper

About the restaurant

OAK Wood Fire Kitchen by Restaurateur Michael McHenry brings Eclectic, Wood-Fired Craft to the Heart of Draper Utah. Featuring Live OAK Fired Neapolitan Pizza's, Handmade Pastas, Inventive Small Plates and Seasonal Entrees. Artisan Cocktails, Natural Wines, Local & Domestic Beers. Open for lunch, Dinner and Weekend Brunch.

Put a little fire in your belly!

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Heather

Dined on 1 May 2026

Our waiter was awesome. She knew that we had to leave quickly because of a play and so she heard the kitchen wrong and even prepped our food to go boxes.

Hub & Spoke Diner

4.8

4.8 (367)

$30 and under

American

Salt Lake City

About the restaurant

Brunch daily, breakfast all day, pancakes, mimosas, cocktails, top notch service with high quality food. We have everything from a traditional 2 egg breakfast to shrimp and grits to vegan skillet, plus milkshakes, and boozy milkshakes. We have many gluten free options as well as vegan and vegetarian. Kids menu for those 12 and under.

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Joan

Dined on 25 May 2026

The food was delicious and the service was great. Thanks.

Carson Kitchen- Salt Lake

4.6

4.6 (200)

$30 and under

American

Salt Lake City

About the restaurant

Specializing in creative American cuisine and thoughtfully crafted cocktails, Carson Kitchen sits in the heart of Salt Lake’s downtown dining scene. Carson Kitchen is built on a philosophy of reimagined comfort food prepared with approachable fine-dining ingredients.

The restaurant concept originated in 2014, opening in the historic Fremont East district of Downtown Las Vegas, a partnership between chef and restaurateur Cory Harwell and his dear friend, the late Chef Kerry Simon. Designed to bring a carefully curated experience to our country’s unique & vibrant neighborhoods, Carson Kitchen features a contemporary bar, open kitchen expo counter, and community tables in an industrial yet inviting architecture.

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HARVEYGold

Dined 4 days ago

First time dining at this restaurant. Chose it to try something different. Did not want a large portion so chose a shareable. Tried the black rice and oxtail and was not disappointing. Sufficient size and paired with a good drink. Sergio, the server was attentive, hospitable, and had great recommendations. Visited during the non-busy time in the afternoon but very clean and presentable location. Great twist to their Bill delivery. Love the book use. Enter your own comments or signature.

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Brussels Sprouts Caesar

Roux

4.6

4.6 (15)

$30 and under

American

Salt Lake City

About the restaurant

Roux is a chef-driven neighborhood eatery in Salt Lake City offering seasonal, locally sourced lunch, dinner & brunch in a cozy, intimate setting. Elevated, modern dining.

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Crystal

Dined on 26 May 2026

Delicious meal. The beet salad and funeral potatoes are reason enough to come back again and again.

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Experience

Salt Lake City Brunch at Roux

Blind Rabbit Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (334)

$31 to $50

American

Salt Lake City

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Salt Lake City, making it the perfect destination for a night out on the town. Join us for dinner and drinks, or stop by for a quick bite after work.

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Jessie

Dined on 31 May 2026

Absolutely love this place. Great food good service. Nice area!

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Butter Cake Stack

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Wasatch Prime Rib Dip

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Asparagus Fries

Nona Bistro

4.4

4.4 (172)

$31 to $50

American

Salt Lake City

About the restaurant

PLEASE NOTE: as we are primarily a patio restaurant, in the event of weather, we are unable to guarantee inside seating for outside reservations. we do cancel reservations after 10 minute grace period (please call if you’re running behind).

A backyard oasis
sister restaurant to the popular 9th and 9th pizzeria, nono, nona is a backyard oasis set behind a classic bungalow in downtown salt lake city. nona serves rustic, non-fussy, wood-fired dishes, fresh cocktails and beer and wine on our al fresco patio in the summer and cozy lamp-lit garage in cool weather.

come down the driveway and through our hops arch and enjoy a meal and drink with us.

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Marlene

Dined on 15 May 2026

Absolutely loved our experience. Very charming space (we sat in the garage area). My only complaint was the very hard chairs. The service was impeccable and the food was superior...very fresh and well-prepared. The cheese plate was outstanding and the olive oil cake was the best dessert I have ever had. We'll be back soon!

Repeal

4.5

4.5 (110)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Repeal is a downtown speakeasy built for the kind of night people remember. Settle into an intimate room with elevated dinner, craft cocktails, and live jazz that carries the evening from first course to late-night drinks. Ideal for date nights, celebrations, and anyone looking for a more memorable night out in Salt Lake City. Reservations are recommended Friday and Saturday nights. Walk-ins are welcome.

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JeneGold

Dined on 30 May 2026

Loved the unique menus, drinks and live Jazz. Forecast Blue is a great cocktail choice if you enjoy mezcal. The lions mane Frito was a tasty appetizer. The menu choice is limited, but as a plant based diner, I was able to find options.

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Experience

Dinner, Cocktails & Live Jazz

Ivy & Varley

4.4

4.4 (942)

$31 to $50

American

Salt Lake City

About the restaurant

We are a 21+ establishment. Located in the heart of Salt Lake City, Ivy & Varley are a duo of a modern American bar and restaurant that offers guests an eclectic cuisine. Ivy & Varley boast some of the most unforgettable atmospheres in the city, including the largest outdoor patio that downtown has to offer. Ivy & Varley are 21+ establishments.

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Hannah

Dined on 19 May 2026

My first visit was wonderful. The service was excellent even though the restaurant was full. Tables were nicely spaced for great conversation and lovely atmosphere - not too tightly crammed together like some places. Food was good. Drinks were creative and delicious. We were able to order, eat, and feel relaxed and still make it to a show at Eccles.

Prohibition

4.6

4.6 (1965)

$31 to $50

American

Murray

About the restaurant

Take a step back in time at PROHIBITION a 1920s themed bar in Murray. We without question have the best food of any bar you have ever been to. We are a bar, so 21+ only allowed. Reservations recommended, walk-ins accepted when seating is available. Patio seating has no view of shows. Reservation disclaimer: Tables are not assigned until arrival. We also will not seat any party until all guests have arrived. There is a 10 minute grace period, if your party does not arrive within 10 of your reservation, your reservation will be cancelled.

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Rowdy

Dined 3 days ago

Food was amazing and service was even better, would come back any day.

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Experience

Burlesque - Variety Show

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