Best of Salt Lake City
The Best Restaurants in Salt Lake City, UT
10 locally owned restaurants, ranked by real Google ratings · Updated October 2026
Looking for the best restaurants in Salt Lake City? We ranked 10 locally owned, independent restaurants in Salt Lake City, Utah by their Google rating — weighted by how many reviews back it up — so the list rewards businesses locals consistently rate highly, not whoever paid for the top spot. Every business here is Utah-owned.
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1. 'mina ristorante siciliano
4.9· 506 reviews
Intimate Sicilian-inspired eatery serving handmade pasta and traditional delicacies like arancini and cannoli.
- Top rated in Salt Lake City
- Verified owner
- Since 2026
- $$$
#22. All Chay
4.8· 1,170 reviews
Counter-serve, family-run spot providing vegan/vegetarian iterations of pho and banh mi classics, plus noodles and rice-based eats.
- $
#33. Kahve Cafe SLC
4.8· 693 reviews
Quaint shop for Turkish coffee and baklava pastries (and other snacks), featuring a cozy, boho-chic design.
- Verified owner
- Since 2021
- $$
#44. Feldman's Deli
4.7· 2,233 reviews
Traditional Jewish deli serving staples including matzo ball soup, pastrami, and potato salad, plus takeout.
- $$
#55. Thani Bowl
4.7· 517 reviews
Family-run Thai restaurant dishing up rice and noodle soups in a casual setting.
- $$
#66. Café 140B
4.7· 198 reviews
Relaxed cafe behind a B&B for brunch favorites, baked goods and coffee.
- $
#77. Red Iguana 2
4.6· 8,951 reviews
Casual Mexican eatery known for creative enchiladas and mole sauces, plus tequila flights and cocktails.
- Most reviewed
- $$
#88. The Pie Pizzeria - Underground
4.6· 4,195 reviews
Laid-back pizza joint with gluten-free and vegan options dishing up hand-tossed dough.
- $$
#99. Publik Coffee Roasters
4.6· 1,572 reviews
Expansive 2-story cafe with house-roasted coffee and light bites in a renovated warehouse.
- $
#1010. Eva
4.6· 966 reviews
Mediterranean spot for small plates, pizzas and gnocchi, plus a patio.
- $$
How we ranked these
Each business is scored on its Google rating, weighted by review volume: a rating backed by hundreds of reviews counts for more than a perfect score from three. Businesses without ratings yet appear after rated ones. Paid plans never change the order — the Featured spot above is a separately labeled sponsorship.
Best restaurants in Salt Lake City — FAQ
What is the best restaurants in Salt Lake City?
By Google rating and review volume, 'mina ristorante siciliano ranks #1 among locally owned restaurants in Salt Lake City, UT — 4.9 stars from 506 reviews.
How are these restaurants ranked?
By each business's rating weighted by how many reviews back it up, so a high rating from a handful of reviews can't outrank a proven one. Paid plans never affect the order — sponsored placements are labeled separately.
How many restaurants are in Salt Lake City?
SUPPORT Utah lists 26 locally owned restaurants in Salt Lake City, Utah. This page ranks the top 10; see the full directory for all of them.
Are these businesses locally owned?
Yes. SUPPORT Utah only lists locally owned Utah businesses — no national chains.
How often is this list updated?
Continuously. Rankings recalculate as ratings and reviews change, so this list reflects October 2026.