Best Trendy spots in Salt Lake City
25 vibe-matched restaurants and bars in Salt Lake City, with real-time table availability.
9-Up Night Market
Asian · Salt Lake City
A lively, trendy Asian night-market–style spot designed for groups to roam, snack, and sip; the casual, colorful atmosphere makes it easy to keep moving and socializing.
All Chay
Vietnamese · Salt Lake City
All-vegan Vietnamese restaurant. "Chay" is pronounced like "buy" or "dye," not like "bay" or "day."
Beast from the East
Sandwich · Salt Lake City
A casual, trendy sandwich spot in Salt Lake City focusing on handheld fare and a contemporary vibe that appeals to locals looking for a quick, stylish meal.
Carson Kitchen
American · Salt Lake City
Trendy yet casual American restaurant in Salt Lake City that balances relaxed service with lively downtown energy.
Cassot Wine + Work
Wine Bar · Salt Lake City
A polished, unpretentious wine bar in Salt Lake City that leans lively and trendy, ideal for an unhurried glass, casual date, or a social pre-dinner stop.
Copper Common
American · Salt Lake City
A trendy, laid-back American spot with open-air seating that eases into late night; the polished yet casual room suits quick bites, lingering catch-ups, and relaxed after-dark hangs.
Cozy Coffee
Coffee Shop · Salt Lake City
Bosnian coffeeshop by day and house music "third space" by night.
Flanker
Salt Lake City
"Complex features a restaurant, three bars, 400-square-feet of LED screens, private karaoke and golf simulator rooms, a central sporting club/nightclub and a cocktail lounge."
HK Brewing Collective
Kombucha · Salt Lake City
A lively, trendy kombucha brewery in Salt Lake City offering craft ferments and a buzzy atmosphere that draws a social crowd for tastings and casual hangouts.
Handosake
Sushi · Salt Lake City
A trendy, casual sushi spot in Salt Lake City with outdoor seating that emphasizes modern presentations and a social, contemporary atmosphere.
Junah
Italian · Salt Lake City
"Junah blends the elegance of Italian cuisine with the precision of Japanese flavors, creating a bold and unique fusion dining experience." [source: Junah promotional material]
Killa Nikkei
Japanese · Salt Lake City
A stylish, trendy Japanese spot in Salt Lake City that keeps a casual posture, suited to current conversation-sparking nights and both early meetups and later plans.
Ozora Izakaya Japanese Bar & Tapas
Japanese · Salt Lake City
A trendy, casual Japanese izakaya in Salt Lake City that pairs tapas-style plates with an outdoor seating option for sociable evening dining.
Ozora Izakaya Japanese Bar & Tapas (Downtown)
Sushi · Salt Lake City
A casual yet trendy sushi and tapas bar in Salt Lake City where lively crowds gather for small plates, drinks, and a social evening out.
Post Office Place
Bar · Salt Lake City
"Sister bar" to Takashi.
Proper Brewing Company
Brewery · Salt Lake City
A casual, trendy Salt Lake City brewery built for big groups and late-night hangs, where rounds get started early and the room’s buzz carries celebrations into the small hours.
Sushi By Bou
Sushi · Salt Lake City
A focused, high-energy sushi spot in Salt Lake City with an intimate, romantic vibe that turns even a quick visit into a buzzy date-night or celebratory outing.
Takashi
Sushi · Salt Lake City
A sushi destination in Salt Lake City with a polished, kinetic room and loyal following, where the lively, slightly upscale-casual atmosphere shapes nights out and conversation.
Tappo
Tapas · Salt Lake City
A casual, trendy tapas spot in Salt Lake City with outdoor seating, designed for sharing plates and relaxed social dinners in a contemporary setting.
The Copper Onion
American · Salt Lake City
A trendy American restaurant in Salt Lake City that maintains a casual, buzzy atmosphere, popular for social dinners and contemporary comfort cooking.
The Urban Lounge
Bar · Salt Lake City
Lively, trendy Salt Lake City bar that leans into late-night service and a buzzy atmosphere for drinks and socializing.
Tinker's Cat Cafe
Coffee Shop · Salt Lake City
Salt Lake's first cat cafe and lounge. Enjoy local coffee and treats in the cafe, or reserve an hour of relaxing with cats from a local shelter in the lounge.
Tonkotsu Ramen Bar
Japanese · Salt Lake City
A casual, trendy spot in Salt Lake City serving Japanese ramen and quick bites, where a relaxed crowd gathers for warm bowls and easygoing service.
Umi Shabu Shabu
Japanese · Salt Lake City
Umi Shabu Shabu serves Japanese-style shabu shabu in Salt Lake City, combining a casual tone with a trendy, contemporary atmosphere.
Zest Kitchen & Bar
American · Salt Lake City
Upscale all-vegan and gluten-free cuisine.