City Weekly Best of Utah 2022

Best of Utah 2022: Restaurants & Dining

98 reader-voted winners in restaurants & dining, from the City Weekly Best of Utah 2022 poll.

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• Best Accessible FoodThe Free Community Fridges by Salt Lake Mutual Aid

  As inflation and the cost of living rise in SLC, Salt Lake Mutual Aid is fighting back against food insecurity with its free community fridges—anyone is free to drop off or take perishable…

• Best African RestaurantMahider Ethiopian

  One of the joys of dining out is gathering around a huge slab injera flatbread and scooping up piles of stewed lentils or grilled chicken. Mahider Ethiopian is Salt Lake's go-to destination…

• Best All-You-Can-Eat BuffetChuck-A-Rama Buffet

  Though the local dining scene has evolved considerably, the all-you-can-eat buffet at Chuck-A-Rama is hardwired into Utah's food culture. The pioneer motif, the buttered scones and the… — Runners-up: King Buffet, Paradise Buffet

• Best American DinerRuth's Diner

  The word “diner” evokes something spare and purely functional—seats, forks and food. For more than 90 years, Ruth's Diner in Emigration Canyon has taken the tradition of comfort food like… — Runners-up: Hub and Spoke Diner, Left Fork Grill

• Best Ant-idote to Dull DiningCucina Wine Bar

  Chef Joey Ferran has a knack for creating dishes that surprise and delight, so while you're savoring his delicious fare, you may not notice the fire ant on your amuse bouche or the crostini…

• Best Banh Mi SandwichOh Mai

  Sandwich Kitchen A banh mi is a delicious blend of Vietnamese ingredients and spices stuffed in a French baguette. And it seems that no one in the state does it better than Oh Mai Sandwich… — Runners-up: Little Saigon, All Chay

• Best BBQ Pulled PorkR& R Barbeque

  Utah is blessed with fantastic barbecue around town—Pat's, Kaiser's and SugarHouse are all top notch and worthy of this award—but it's R&R Barbeque that's thrived lately. In the last… — Runners-up: Bam Bam's BBQ, Salt City Barbecue

• Best Birria TacosLa Casa Del Tamal

  Any lucky enough to have tasted the authentic eats of La Casa Del Tamal will not be at all surprised to see they snagged Best of Utah Readers' Pick awards. LCDT's consommé is the revelation… — Runners-up: Los Tapatios Taco Grill, Santo Taco

• Best Brazilian RestaurantRodizio Grill

  Rodizio Grill offers traditional, savory Brazilian dishes and flavors. The rotisserie-grilled meats, glazed pineapple, salad bar and sides are all unlimited—each patron has a knob where… — Runners-up: Braza Grill, Tucanos Brazilian Grill

• Best Breakfastin the Canyon

  Ruth's Diner The early bird gets the worm, and that's especially true making a trip up Emigration Canyon for a table at Ruth's Diner. Get there early as locals flock to the converted… — Runners-up: Silver Fork Lodge & Restaurant, Emigration Brewing Co.

• Best Breakfast BurritoBeto' s

  Mexican Food Whether it's a pre-work trip for something that will keep you satisfied until dinner or a late-night trip that will keep you satisfied until breakfast, Beto's breakfast… — Runners-up: Alberto's Mexican Restaurant, Rancheritos Mexican Food

• Best Breakfast SandwichCentral

  9th Market In the scant year-and-change since it opened its doors, Central 9th Market has impressively shaken up the local sandwich scene and emerged as an important retail anchor in the… — Runners-up: Over the Counter Cafe, Astro Burgers

• Best Breakfasts to GoApollo Burger

  Apollo covers all the fast-food bases with their well-known array of burgers, sandwiches and salads, plus seasonal specialties like chile verde offered during the cooler months of the year…

• Best BurgerLucky 13 Bar & Grill

  For the umpteenth year in a row, Lucky 13 hits it out of the park with Utah's undisputed best burger in town. Their location across from Smith's Ballpark make it the perfect pregame stop… — Runners-up: Crown Burgers, Proper Burger Co.

• Best Casual BrunchWeller's Bistro

  Want to feel transported to Europe? Thirty-five minutes north of Salt Lake City—blink—and you're there! Specializing in German food, Weller's never disappoints. Their brunch specials are… — Runners-up: Eggs in the City, Piper Down Pub

• Best Cheesesteak SandwichMoochie's

  Meatballs and More For two decades, Moochie's Meatballs and More has dominated the Philly cheesesteak scene in the Beehive State. There's no wrong choice on their signature sub line, but… — Runners-up: DP Cheesesteaks, Vito's in Bountiful

• Best ChefMatt Crandall

  Executive chef Matt Crandall continues to slay the culinary scene in Salt Lake City. With four successful Bourbon Group downtown restaurants on his resume, Crandall knows what it takes to… — Runners-up: Ali Sabbah, Mazza Cafe, Viet Pham, Pretty Bird Chicken

• Best Chinese Cantonese CuisineHong Kong Tea House

  What's your definition of Cantonese cuisine? If you're uncertain, Utah's Hong Kong Tea House lets you experience all the fresh flavors, mild sauces and tasty comfort food, lovingly prepared… — Runners-up: Mom's Kitchen, Dragon Diner

• Best Chinese RestaurantThe Mandarin

  Since 1977, the Skedros family has owned and operated The Mandarin—the local Greek family had minimal experience or ties to Chinese cooking at that time, but hard work and determination… — Runners-up: Little World, Veggie House

• Best Chinese Szechuan CuisineOne More Noodle House

  Ah, the restorative properties of the mouth-numbing Szechuan peppercorn. When you pop them in a soup, throw in some braised beef, a mess of homemade noodles and more chili spices the way… — Runners-up: Chinese Taste, Szechuan Garden

• Best Cobb SaladThe Dodo Restaurant

  This staple of the SLC dining scene—alive and kicking since 1981—brings a classic combination of flavors to life in the Chef's Cobb salad, with mixed greens tossed with Gorgonzola… — Runners-up: Café Trio, Gracie's

• Best Comfort FoodThe Bayou

  Pull up a barstool, friend, or grab a table in the back. The crawfish is frying, the potatoes are mashing, the band is tuning up and whatever kind of beer you like, they've got it. That's… — Runners-up: Moochie's Meatballs & More, Red Rock Brewery

• Best Cuban SandwichBeltex Meats

  One customer says they drive three hours to buy a Cubano at Beltex—it's that good! Most people think Beltex is just a butcher shop, but carnivores are secretly spreading the word about the… — Runners-up: Even Stevens, Red Rock Brewery

• Best Cuisine and ClubbingIvy & Varley

  A club often has great drinks but lesser meals. A restaurant may provide great food but miss a social experience. Ivy & Varley offers a twofer under one roof. At Ivy, you get a restaurant…

• Best Custom/Gourmet PizzaThe Pie Pizzeria

  Since its debut in 1980 in the basement of a pharmacy at the University of Utah, The Pie continues to fire up tasty Italian flatbread for the hungry masses all along the Wasatch. Still… — Runners-up: Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana, Slackwater Pub & Pizzeria

• Best Deep-Dish PizzaBricks Corner

  Talk about coming onto the pizza scene with a bang. Bricks Corner was the 2021 Best Pizza selection after just a year in the market. They're known for their Detroit-style pizza, which is a… — Runners-up: Chop Shop Park City, Umani food truck

• Best Deli SandwichCaputo's Market & Deli

  It's not easy to make a splash with a seemingly simple dish. By virtue of its ubiquity—who hasn't made a sandwich at some point?—many can honestly say that they make a pretty good sandwich… — Runners-up: Feldman's Deli, Grove Market & Deli

• Best Dinner RollLion House Rolls

  Folks in Utah take their dinner rolls seriously—some might say too seriously. Based on our strong opinions, it makes historic sense that our favorite rolls are found at a restaurant… — Runners-up: Maddox Ranch House, Little America

• Best European Food Imports MarketCaputo's Market & Deli

  Utah lost an icon with the passing of Tony Caputo in March of 2021. He believed in building a business in downtown Salt Lake at a time when few did. Today, Caputo's Market & Deli is… — Runners-up: Pirate O's, Black Cherry Mediterranean Market

• Best FalafelMazza Cafe

  While there are many tempting options on Mazza's menu, especially on the vegetarian side of things, their falafel is hard to resist. Crisp and brown on the outside, the falafel is tender… — Runners-up: O'Falafel Middle Eastern Cuisine, Laziz Kitchen

• Best Farm-to-Table RestaurantTable X

  Named recent regional semifinalists for the James Beard Best Chef award, Table X chefs Mike Blocher and Nick Fahs make each visit to their Millcreek eatery oh-so-memorable, where… — Runners-up: SLC Eatery, Arlo Restaurant

• Best Fine DiningValter's Osteria

  Italian born Valter Nassi stunned Utah diners with his authentic Tuscan-Italian cuisine when he opened his restaurant in 2012. He liked to call it “a modern twist on a Tuscan granary” and… — Runners-up: Table X, Log Haven Restaurant

• Best Flatbread PizzaFlatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria

  It's right there in the name! Duly certified by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (VPN), Sugar House's Flatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria is Utah's premier proprietor of authentic… — Runners-up: Slackwater Pub & Pizzeria, Level Crossing Brewing Co.

• Best Food Industry NewsRestaurateur

  Inner Circle Utah With over 10,000 members, this local Facebook group's not a small one and the conversations range from best deals on fryers to new menu additions to the hottest tips on…

• Best Food Influencer on Social MediaJennifer Burns, @jbcookinghost

  With more than 3,000 cooking/entertainment TV segments under her belt, Jennifer Burns is that class act people hire to rep their brands. Her experience certainly shines through in her… — Runners-up: @slcfoodie, @saltplatecity

• Best Food TruckCluck Truck

  Brined for 24 hours, Cluck Truck's chicken is also “breaded daily in a corn flake dredge with sesame seeds and a mix of secret spices.” From there, the namesake protein choice is… — Runners-up: Cupbop, Jamaica's Kitchen

• Best FrenchDip Sandwich

  Even Stevens Although not served in the classic French dip-style and indeed known as the Pot Roast Dip on the Even Stevens' menu, this sandwich pleases no matter what. Perhaps it's the bite… — Runners-up: The Copper Onion, Piper Down Pub

• Best French FriesLucky 13 Bar & Grill

  Long dominant in the Best Burger category, Lucky 13 displays equivalent proficiency in its preparation of french fries, crafting the perfect complement to its signature entrees. Choose your… — Runners-up: Bruges Belgian Bistro, Crown Burgers

• Best French Onion SoupDesert Edge Pub & Brewery

  Tempus fugit. Time flies, indeed. It's been a half century since Desert Edge Pub & Brewery opened its doors in Trolley Square, pouring Coors for parched college students. They later added… — Runners-up: Stella Grill, White Horse Spirits & Kitchen

• Best French RestaurantLa Caille

  French food lovers have to travel the distance in Utah, but when they do, their tastebuds are rewarded at the beautiful La Caille restaurant at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon. Diners… — Runners-up: Eva's Bakery, Franck's Restaurant

• Best French ToastKneaders

  Bakery & Cafe Kneaders' bakers slice two thick pieces of their chunky cinnamon bread and dip it into an egg wash with seasonings to create their awesome French toast. Their homemade caramel… — Runners-up: The Park Café, Gourmandise

• Best Fried Chicken SandwichPretty Bird Chicken

  If there's one way to get the millennials on board with your new concept, it's best to make your signature dish Instagrammable. Pretty Bird accomplishes that to perfection with their… — Runners-up: Cluck Truck, Mr. Charlie's Chicken Fingers

• Best German RestaurantSiegfried's Deli

  German delicatessens are a rare find in Salt Lake, which is why Siegfried's has such a loyal following. The eatery cuts no corners producing high-quality meals. The chefs create everything… — Runners-up: Bohemian Brewery, Weller's Bistro

• Best Gluten-Free PizzaSlackwater Pub

  & Pizzeria Most gluten-free substitutions have all the taste and half the charm of a piece of cardboard, despite many eateries' good-faith efforts at culinary inclusion. But at Slackwater… — Runners-up: Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana, Bricks Corner

• Best Greek RestaurantManoli's

  Great for sharing plates or hoarding all to yourself, Manoli's cuisine never disappoints. Year-round staples like the yemista (stuffed piquillo peppers and tomatoes), garides (Greek coffee… — Runners-up: The Other Place Restaurant, Greek Souvlaki

• Best GyroGreek Souvlaki

  Since 1972, Greek Souvlaki has been a mainstay among the local Greek drive-thru craze in Utah. Numerous local Greek chains feature the signature staple. But the gyro at Greek Souvlaki is… — Runners-up: Yanni's Greek Express, Crown Burgers

• Best Health-Conscious CuisineVessel Kitchen

  Who knew it was possible to create an elevated dining experience through the fast-casual model? The founders of Vessel Kitchen did, and they do it well. Serving up scratch-made, seasonal… — Runners-up: Oasis Café, Zest Kitchen & Bar

• Best Indian CurryHimalayan Kitchen

  Whatever your go-to Indian (or Nepalese) curry is, you will find it in its finest form at Himalayan Kitchen. Whether you're reaching for the steaming copper bowl of classics like coconut… — Runners-up: Curry in a Hurry, Saffron Valley Indian Restaurants

• Best Indian Lunch BuffetKathmandu Grill

  When ordering at an Indian restaurant, it's so hard to choose. Good thing that Kathmandu offers a delicious spread of Indian and Nepalese dishes you can fill your plate with. So you can get… — Runners-up: Saffron Valley, Gurkhas Indian and Nepali Cuisine

• Best Indian RestaurantMumbai House

  Established in 1993, Bombay House was the gathering spot in Provo, Salt Lake City, and later West Jordan for Indian dining. The locations recently split: Bombay House remains in Provo while… — Runners-up: Himalayan Kitchen, Saffron Valley

• Best Italian RestaurantSicilia Mia

  Owner Giuseppe Mirenda's family came directly from their native Sicily to Utah before opening Sicilia Mia restaurant. Mirenda explains that Sicilian cooking often incorporates more… — Runners-up: Caffé Molise, Valter's Osteria

• Best Japanese RestaurantTakashi

  Service, ambiance and out-of-this-world Japanese cuisine: Takashi has it dialed in. Utah's most famous Japanese restaurant has been compared to Nobu in Las Vegas. Chef Gibo continues to… — Runners-up: Sapa Sushi Bar and Asian Grill, Kyoto Japanese Restaurant

• Best Latin/South American RestaurantArempa's

  It's only in recent decades that you could find a late-night place to eat that wasn't some unhealthy fast-food chain restaurant. Thank goodness for Arempa's! For night owls, the downtown… — Runners-up: Papito Moe's, Sabor Latino

• Best Local Fast-Food FranchiseCrown Burgers

  The first Crown Burgers restaurant was opened in 1978 by John and Rula Katzourakis and Nick Katsanevas, serving a simple menu of fast-casual items. The franchise has since blossomed to… — Runners-up: Pretty Bird Chicken, Vessel Kitchen

• Best Made-in-Utah Food ProductSalsa Queen

  While we give an address for Salsa Queen, please note that this is the place where the brand does business. Where it's sold, well, that's all over the region. If you've ever been to… — Runners-up: Laziz Kitchen, Beehive Cheese Co.

• Best Margherita PizzaSettebello

  Pizzeria Napoletana Forget “deluxe,” “meat lovers” and any of the overly busy pizza flavors that opt for quantity over quality. True aficionados know that less is more, and none demonstrate… — Runners-up: Lucky Slice Pizza, Pizza Nono

• Best Meatball SandwichMoochie's

  Meatballs and More Moochie's famous sandwich originates from handmade meatballs bathed in flavorful housemade marinara sauce and layered under provolone cheese. The sandwich bun is freshly… — Runners-up: Caputo's Market & Deli, Chop Shop Park City

• Best Mexican BakeryRancho Markets

  Most grocery store chains have an obligatory bakery, where often, the baked goods were created elsewhere. The beauty of Rancho Markets is that everything is made in-house, and there's a… — Runners-up: Yumz Vegan Bakery & Café, Panaderia Flores

• Best Mexican RestaurantRed Iguana

  The perennial Best of Utah winner in this category, Red Iguana's reputation as the premiere Mexican restaurant in the state holds true again in 2022. The many moles and enchiladas have been… — Runners-up: Chile-Tepin, La Casa Del Tamal

• Best Middle Eastern RestaurantMazza Cafe

  Given the loyal following Mazza has built over its two decades of serving Middle Eastern cuisine in SLC, it's no surprise to see them back as a Best of Utah readers' pick. While the food… — Runners-up: Laziz Kitchen, Curry Fried Chicken

• Best New RestaurantFranklin Ave. Cocktails & Kitchen

  This may be new, but it's fast becoming a Salt Lake City favorite. The vibe is happening, and the food holds up. We heard the table next to us say they'd been here three times in the past… — Runners-up: Facil Taqueria, Salt & Olive

• Best Ogden PizzaSlackwater Pub & Pizzeria

  It was a close race, but Slackwater grabbed first place this year in a hotly contested category. Slackwater serves up artisan pizzas and craft beers—offering a great place for intimate… — Runners-up: The Lucky Slice, Ogden Pizzeria

• Best Ogden RestaurantTona Sushi Bar and Grill

  Tona Sushi—named after the owners Tina and Tony—serves some of the best sushi in the state, bar none. Tona Sushi prides itself on using seasonal ingredients, sustainable fishing practices… — Runners-up: Table Twenty Five, Roosters Brewing Co. & Restaurant

• Best Old-Timey CafeSill's Cafe

  It's a dang shame that many of our traditional cafes and diners are long gone. Not to worry, though, as one of the grandest remains: family-owned Sill's Café in Layton. Want your heaping… — Runners-up: Left Fork Grill, The Other Place

• Best Pad ThaiTea Rose Diner

  Located in an unassuming, but welcoming storefront location in Murray, Tea Rose Diner lives up to its website's billing as the best Thai food in Utah. And there's no way that it could claim… — Runners-up: Sawadee Thai Restaurant, Skewered Thai

• Best Pizza in Utah CountyFat Daddy's Pizzeria

  The ambiance is charming with this locally owned pizzeria's comic-book tabletops and arcade games. This New York-style pizza is a hit, and you can order one up to a 24-inches! Local… — Runners-up: Mozz Artisan Pizza, Pizza Pie Cafe

• Best RamenTonkotsu Ramen Bar

  Ramen is not the first dish that comes to mind when you think of excess. That's why the WTF Ramen at Tonkotsu is so special. It's a Japanese take on a Hawaiian noodle soup called saimin…

• Best Restaurant AtmosphereLog Haven Restaurant

  With magnificent mountain views, the atmosphere at Log Haven gives you all the feels as you dine in, or out, in this historic log mansion. Take in the splendor of all the seasons from this… — Runners-up: Manoli's, Takashi

• Best Restaurant Beyond Downtown SLCWeller's Bistro

  The namesake of German owner and chef Jan Weller, Weller's Bistro is arguably the best restaurant in the state to enjoy authentic German cuisine like hühnerfrikassee, beef rouladen and… — Runners-up: Table X, Provisions

• Best Restaurant in Downtown SLCThe Copper Onion

  The Copper Onion is not only surviving but thriving after a decade or more in the biz. Whether you're dining solo, with friends, or out for a cute date night, this is a favorite spot among… — Runners-up: Cucina Toscano, Michelangelo's on Main

• Best Restaurant in Park CityRiverhorse on Main

  As the first restaurant in Utah to receive the DiRoNA award, Riverhorse on Main continues to impress both patrons and critics alike. With a rotating seasonal menu, guests can partake in a… — Runners-up: Hearth and Hill, Chop Shop

• Best Restaurant in Utah CountyCommunal

  Communal not only has a decent selection of beers and an impressive menu, one that supports sustainable agriculture, local businesses and local artists. The menu changes with the seasons… — Runners-up: Strap Tank Brewery, Chubby's Cafe

• Best Restaurant MantraLucky Slice's ‘Pizza ‘til Death'

  Lucky Slice is to Ogden as The Pie is to Salt Lake—both got their starts as holes-in-the-wall serving by the slice that since have grown into community staples. They keep things simple on…

• Best Restaurant PatioThe Cliff

  Dining Pub Sometimes all you need is to sit around The Cliff Dining Pub's fire rings on its patio overlooking the west side of the valley while sipping a beverage. Relax and take it all in… — Runners-up: Arlo Restaurant, Café Trio

• Best Reuben SandwichFeldman's Deli

  The Reuben is one of those items that any deli worth its salt needs to be able to hang its hat on, so it's no surprise that Feldman's Deli offers up a paradigm of the form. Whether your… — Runners-up: Weller's Bistro, Siegfried's Delicatessen

• Best Salt Lake PizzaPie Pizzeria

  The Pie takes no shortcuts in preparing the best pizza in town: their pizza dough is made from scratch, double-proofed for 24 hours, then hand-rolled and tossed, and the ingredients are… — Runners-up: Bricks Corner, Slackwater Pub & Pizzeria SLC

• Best Seafood GumboNeutral Ground Lounge

  Flavor for days is the first thought that comes to mind when recalling my first bite of Neutral Ground Lounge's seafood gumbo. Considering it takes days to make, the sentiment feels…

• Best Seafood RestaurantCurrent Fish & Oyster

  This place makes you forget we live in a desert here in Utah. With its modern, sleek ambiance and delectable menu of fresh seafood dishes to choose from, it's no wonder that the locals keep… — Runners-up: Market Street Grill, Takashi

• Best Seafood SandwichFreshies

  Lobster Co. Even in landlocked Utah, it's possible to enjoy a delicious Maine lobster roll. Freshies Lobster Co. uses chunks of lobster lightly tossed in mayonnaise and served on a… — Runners-up: Colossal Lobster at HallPass, Red Rock Brewery

• Best Seductive DinnersChristopher's Prime Steak House

  Icebreaker—me, Branding Iron Cabernet; her, Kung Fu Girl Riesling. Opening nicety: lobster corn dogs. Flirts—me, creamed spinach; her, roasted asparagus. First disagreement—me, French onion…

• Best Soul FoodSauce Boss Southern Kitchen

  As they say, “tastes so good, makes you wanna slap yo' mama,” and it sums up the food coming out of the kitchen at Sauce Boss Southern Kitchen. Even if your mama can cook, to earn the title… — Runners-up: Queen of SLC, The Bayou

• Best Special-Occasion BrunchSunday's Best

  Not only does Sunday's Best offer something for every indecisive soul in your party, they do everything to the max. Eggs benny meets a BLT, biscuits come with chorizo gravy, fried chicken… — Runners-up: White Horse Spirits & Kitchen, Grand America Laurel Brasserie and Bar

• Best Steak Chain That Locals LoveRuth's Chris Steak House

  Vegetarians better skip to the next paragraph, because this pick is for the carnivores out there. Ruth's Chris delivers sizzling steaks fresh out the broiler at 500 degrees. Each cut is…

• Best SteakhouseMaddox Ranch House

  Up north near the top of the Wasatch Mountain Range, the small town of Perry is home to one of Utah's oldest and best restaurants. Here, curated selections of the choicest beef—and… — Runners-up: Christopher's Prime + Sonoma Wine Bar & Grill, Timbermine Steakhouse

• Best Steakhouse Prime RibMaddox

  Ranch House The legendary Maddox Ranch House is Utah's original steakhouse. Their premium beef is hand-selected by skilled staff and aged in the Maddox meat locker. Prime rib is… — Runners-up: Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Ruby River Steakhouse

• Best Steakhouse Rib-eyeTimbermine Steakhouse

  A rib-eye cut comes from the best center portion of the rib portion of the cow. A great rib-eye has a great deal of marbling (fat in between the muscle fibers) to give it that taste. This… — Runners-up: Spencer's for Steaks and Chops, Christopher's Prime + Sonoma Wine Bar and Grill

• Best Sushi RestaurantTakashi

  You might as well etch this award in stone, because year after year, Best Sushi Restaurant will go to Takashi if Takashi-san is behind the counter. His meticulous attention to detail… — Runners-up: Sapa Sushi Bar and Asian Grill, Tona Sushi Bar and Grill

• Best Taco InspirationsTaqueria 27

  Taqueria 27 isn't your “authentic” Mexican restaurant, nor is it trying to be. T27 is globally inspired with specials that change daily, making each visit as unique as their menu. The…

• Best TacosFácil Taqueria

  Fácil is the go-to for damned good gourmet-style tacos with unique locally sourced combinations. The almond and ancho chile salsa gives the local squash and poblano taco a nice kick, while… — Runners-up: Roctaco, Lone Star Taqueria

• Best Tacos al PastorChunga's

  Despite operating out of two of the least business-friendly locations imaginable—on Redwood Road just north of 2100 South and adjacent to Interstate 80 in Poplar Grove—Chunga's has… — Runners-up: Santo Taco, Real Taqueria

• Best Thai CurryChanon Thai Café

  It's undeniable that Chanon Thai has some of the best Thai food in the city. And no matter what your favorite dish is, you can't go wrong with their curries. Even if you're stuck on red… — Runners-up: Sawadee Thai Restaurant, Chabaar Beyond Thai

• Best Thai RestaurantSawadee Thai Restaurant

  There was a time a few decades back when Utah didn't have a single Thai restaurant. Now, foodies around the state rejoice at the options, and the best one this year is Sawadee. It is… — Runners-up: Chanon Thai Café, Skewered Thai

• Best Vegan BurgerProper Burger Co.

  This winner doesn't have just one vegan burger on offer, but many. Most of their options can be veganized to a delicious extent with Daiya cheese, aioli and, of course, their crispy fried… — Runners-up: Grid City Beer Works, Zest Kitchen & Bar

• Best Vegan RestaurantVertical Diner

  Local vegans have more dining options than ever before, with more and more restaurants going all-out on vegan cuisine, while others have stepped up their vegan game. Vertical Diner's a true… — Runners-up: Zest Kitchen & Bar, Old Cuss Cafe

• Best Vegan-Friendly Food TruckSade's Burritos

  While vegan options are ever more present at many of the city's roving food trucks, it's rare to see one that's devoted to such offerings. At Sade's Burritos, the little truck window offers… — Runners-up: Garden O'Veaten, Sushi Squad

• Best Vegetarian RestaurantAll Chay

  This small restaurant is just minutes from downtown or the airport and offers the wonderfully robust and fragrant flavors of Vietnam without the meat. You don't really need meat in an… — Runners-up: Zest Kitchen & Bar, Vessel Kitchen

• Best Vietnamese RestaurantAll Chay

  This Fairpark eatery is a culinary treasure, one serving vegan Vietnamese fare including pho, banh mi, bun, spring rolls and other classics. Surprise your dining companions who haven't been… — Runners-up: La-Cai Noodle House, SOMI Vietnamese

• Best White Bread SandwichGrove Market & Deli

  Grove Market and Deli was tailor-made to cater to the generation who grew up eating sandwiches on soft white Wonder Bread. Their white bread of choice is called the Ambassador Roll, and… — Runners-up: Caputo's Market & Deli, Even Stevens Sandwiches