GOODEATS Complete listings at cityweekly.net Ruth’s Diner
One of the oldest restaurants in Utah, Ruth’s opened in 1949 in a Salt Lake City trolley car that Ruth moved up Emigration Canyon. Erik and Tracy Nelson took over Ruth’s a few years back, and so now you’ll find contemporary dishes like Erik’s raspberry chicken alongside classics such as liver & onions or tender, braised pot roast. And breakfast is served into late afternoon, so you can order the famous mile-high biscuits & country gravy for a late lunch if you’d like. In warm weather, the sprawling patio is the place to be, as Ruth’s also features live music from local artists. 4160 Emigration Canyon Road, Salt Lake City, 801-582-5807, RuthsDiner.com
Britton’s
At Britton’s restaurant in Sandy, you’ll find old-fashioned burgers and shakes, along with breakfast items like pancakes, omelets, “garbage hash” and French toast served all day long. A must-try at this cozy restaurant is the famous Hog burger, a burger wrapped in two grilled-cheese sandwiches— it’s crazy and delicious. Also try the house restaurant specialty grilled pork chops. Add a housemade milkshake and you’re good to go. 694 E. Union Square, Sandy, 801-572-5148, BrittonsRestaurant.com In addition to great food, Roosters in Layton also has some of the best local brews, including the rich Junction City
wiches that are all unique to The Robin’s Nest. There’s no boring sandwich here; try options like the Aloha Oink, with black-forest ham, provolone and pineapple salsa on ciabatta; or the Rooster Call, with chicken salad, red onion, provolone and sweet-honey Dijon. All sandwiches come with orzo pasta or house made chips, which can be enjoyed inside or outside, right on Main Street downtown. 311 S. Main, Salt Lake City, 801-466-6378, RobinsNestSLC.com
O’Shucks Tavern. A full service sushi restaurant and bar, Ahh Sushi serves up very fresh fish along with a choice tapas menu. You can experience the privacy of your own tatami room and choose from a large selection of wonderful wines to accompany your meal at Ahh Sushi. It’s a terrific spot to drop in for high quality sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi and much more. Look also for Ahh Sushi’s frequent specials and half-priced rolls. 8178 Gorgoza Pines Road, Park City, 435-658-0233
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Sawadee Thai Cuisine
Standards include pad Thai & spring rolls. For something more exotic, try honey-ginger duck or Thai curry puff. Tofu can be substituted for any meat dish.Named for its owner, Sawadee specialized in wholesome, family-style Thai cuisine served up in an uber-friendly atmosphere. Hot & spicy dishes include the Thai curries, which can be tamed to your specification. Standards include pad Thai & spring rolls. For something more exotic, try honey-ginger duck or Thai curry puff. Tofu can be substituted for any meat dish and an extensive vegetarian selection with thrill non-meat eaters. Pretty good wine list, too. 754 E. South Temple, Salt Lake City, 801-328-8424, Sawadee1.com
Sea Salt
Avenues Bistro in Salt Lake City focuses on organic, freerange, locally sourced ingredients and products whenever possible. Local purveyors of fine foods are represented on the menu, which focuses on new and traditional American cuisine as well as tapas. In the morning, fresh coffee, pastries and other breakfast foods are available for a quick pick-me-up or a leisurely meal. Menu items are selected according to what meats, vegetables, fruits and herbs are freshest and in season. 564 E. Third Ave., Salt Lake City, 801-831-5409, AvenuesBistroOnThird.com
Robin’s Nest
Locally owned and operated, The Robin’s Nest in Salt Lake City was founded on a passion for an all-American favorite: the sandwich. All of the sauces and dressings are housemade, and everything is prepared fresh daily. The menu offers soups, salads and more than 25 sand-
Ahh Sushi
Located in Pinebrooks Quarry Village in Park City, Ahh Sushi Restaurant is a convenient, friendly spot to gather for great sushi plus cold beer, adjacent to the popular
Sea Salt, nestled in Salt Lake City, is a beautiful but casual space— an open and airy restaurant, with wide swatches of white everywhere. The semi-communal tables are a nice touch, too. The menu is extensive, with many dishes based on the owner’s’ Italian grandmother’s recipes. As a tribute to her, some menu items, such as the meatballs and ravioli, carry her name, Nonna Maria. Good starters include olives & focaccia, or the bruschetta alla checca (wood oven baked grilled filone, Campari tomato, basil, garlic and Grana Padano). Pizza and pasta account for much of the main menu, along with risotto and grilled items such as spiced lemon chicken, grilled Shetland Island Scottish salmon and grilled housemade lamb sausage. For dessert, consider the housemade gelato or caramelized peach tart. 1709 E. 1300 South, Salt Lake City, 801-349-1480, SeaSaltSLC.com
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Roosters
Chocolate Stout. If you can’t decide which Roosters beer to order, ask about sampling. Roosters also brews its own root beer, which you can have straight up or “loaded.” If you’re at the Ogden location, enjoy a brew and a decadent basket of naughty fries (fries with pepper jack, gorgonzola and Louisiana hot sauces) on the outside covered patio, upstairs in the restaurant dining area or—if you’d rather have your libations with a side of sports—at the mainfloor bar. 748 W. Heritage Park Blvd., Layton, 801774-9330, RoostersBrewingCo.com
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