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    A starting point for exploring Salt Lake City

    Explore a shortlist from our researched local directory. Each group explains how its places were selected. These suggestions are separate from the community votes above and do not represent a citywide award.

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    Local restaurants to get to know

    Independent kitchens, neighborhood cafes and places for your next meal.

    Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.

    Restaurant

    Bar à Vin

    Restaurant · 917 State St

    Bar à Vin features over 140 wines and signature cocktails in downtown Salt Lake City. Soft lighting and a modern atmosphere make this lounge an ideal spot for wine lovers and cocktail fans. Customizable tastings and…

    Nepalese and Indian restaurant

    Bhansa Ghar

    Nepalese and Indian restaurant · 250 West 2100 South Expressway

    Bhansa Ghar in Salt Lake City serves Nepalese and Indian cuisine, with dishes like halal curries, biryani, and Indo-Chinese specialties. The restaurant has a buffet and provides catering services for special occasions.…

    Restaurant

    Central by Saffron Valley

    Restaurant · 454 E 300 S

    Central by Saffron Valley serves Indian cuisine inspired by the golden age of India’s railways, with a menu described as including small bites, curries, biryanis, and desserts. The restaurant says its dishes draw on…

    Independent shops worth exploring

    Browse locally rooted shops and find something beyond the usual chains.

    Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.

    Make a day of it

    Museums, galleries and cultural stops from our city directory.

    Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.

    Museum and cultural place

    Natural History Museum of Utah

    Museum and cultural place · 301 Wakara Way

    The Natural History Museum of Utah in Salt Lake City celebrates the natural wonders of the world, from dinosaurs to Wasatch wildlife, through its exhibitions and programs. It has a collection of nearly 2 million…

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