Authors: Barrett Doran
Vino Volo | Ale House Review
Salt Lake Brewing Co. co-founders Peter Cole and Jeff Polychronis (of Squatter’s fame) have partnered with Vino Volo visionary Doug Tomlinson to bring a new twist to Vino Volo’s revolutionary concept of upscale food and wine options to the jet-set. The merging of these two business models, Vino Volo’s airport dining/wine experience with Squatter’s brew-pub expertise and familiarity with Utah DABC regulations, results in an experience that puts us, the patron, as the greatest benefactor of the pairing. … read more
The Blue Plate Special
If you have never heard of The Blue Plate Diner, you need to quickly look around at those people you call “friends” and reassess your relationships. The diner has been winning awards for “Best Breakfast” for almost a decade, been featured on the Food Network show Diners, Drive-ins and Dives and shows no signs of slowing down. In addition to the accolades for their breakfast offerings, The Blue Plate should not be overlooked as a lunch or dinner option. … read more
Desert Edge Brewery at The Pub
Appealing to business professionals, casual eaters and college students on a budget, “The Pub,” as it is also known, is a great casual-dining gastro-pub that caters to a clientele as diverse as its menu. Opened in 1973, The Pub is considered a Salt Lake original and has kept its loyal following by staying true to its “from scratch” recipes, casual vibe and continuing its tradition of award-winning craft brews. … read more
Food Review: Washington Square Cafe
It has been almost two years since Washington Square Cafe opened its doors, but you should not wait a minute longer to visit this secluded diner in the heart of downtown Salt Lake. Located in the historic City-County Building on the Washington Square block (where the Utah Arts Festival and Utah Pride Festival happen) you may have never noticed this hidden gem that is cranking out great breakfast, lunch dishes and “specials” that actually live up to the moniker! … read more