things, which accounts for the peanuts. 22 E. 100 South, SLC, 801-596-8600. EM
Oktoberfest!
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Food, beer, music, fun.
Dojo
In our sushi-saturated city, this freshly chic, lounge-like restaurant offers a refreshing range of Japanese cuisine—ribs, tempura, wagyu, sashimi and rolls—in a chic, club-like atmosphere. But the ramen is the go-to. 423 W. 300 South, SLC, 801-328-3333 EGN
Ginza Friendly sushi chefs serve favorites, such as the Mars Twist and soft-shell crab rolls. 209 W. 200 South, SLC, 801-322-2224. EGM Ichiban Sushi
Sushi with a twist—like the spicy Funky Charlie Roll, tuna and wasabifilled, then fried tempura-style, and the Mikey’s Mega Roll with soft shell crab and shrimp. 336 S. 400 East, SLC, 801-532-7522. EM
Kyoto
The service is friendly, the sushi is fresh, the tempura is amazingly light, and the prices are reasonable. Servings are occidentally large. Outdoor seating in summer months. 1080 E. 1300 South, SLC, 801-487-3525. EM
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Oompah till you drop. Free, Noon - 6 p.m., starting Aug. 20 Saturdays, Sundays, Labor Day until Oct. 9 Lodging 1-800-453-3000
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*Rate is per person, double occupancy and will vary with date, lodge and accommodations selected. Rate is exclusive of taxes and resort fee. Kids 12 and under dine, stay and play free.
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Naked Fish Gorgeous, artful, fresh fish is the basis of the menu, but the superlatives don’t stop there. The richest Kobe beef around, so fat you have to treat it like foie gras, is another highlight, and so is the terrific sake menu. 67 W. 100 South, SLC, 801-5958889. GEL—M
Pipa Asian Tapas & Sake Bar Another Pan-Asian fusion menu—this time, in a westside strip mall, with the list of small plates fortified by a list of sake cocktails. 118 N. 900 West, SLC, 801-326-3639. GEL—M
Shogun Kick off your shoes and relax on the floor of your own private room, while you enjoy finely presented teriyaki, tempura, sukiyaki or something grilled by a chef before your eyes. 321 S. Main Street, SLC, 801-364-7142. GM Takashi Takashi Gibo earned his acclaim by purchasing the freshest fish and serving it in eye-popping presentations. Check the chalkboard for daily specials like Thai mackerel, fatty tuna or spot prawns. 18 W. Market Street, SLC, 801-5199595. EGN s a lt l a k e m a g a z i n e . c o m
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