CAFÉ TRIO 680 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84102 (801) 533-8746 Hours: (Mon-Thurs) 11 am - 9:30 pm; (Fri-Sat) 11 am – 10 pm; (Sun) 10 am – 9 pm Looking for a breezy dinner to get the romance started? Café Trio is the perfect spot for an easy wistful meal full of great food and hopefully even better conversation. Mikel J. Trapp, owner and executive chef, began his illustrious career at a small café in downtown Salt Lake, and now with 25 years under his belt as a chef and restaurateur, Trapp has created another fabulous Salt Lake eatery. For starters try a sampling of bruschetta—a nightly creation that varies with season, follow with a delicious crispy pizza, spaghetti ala carbonara with smoked pancetta, or maple brined Berkshire pork chops, and then finish with a scrumptious crème brulee or tiramisu.
Estimated cost per person for dinner = $12 - $26
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
THE ROOF 15 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84150 (801) 539-1911 Hours: (Mon-Thurs) 5 pm – 9 pm; (Fri-Sat) 5 pm – 10 pm; (Sun) Closed You will not find a better view in all of Salt Lake City. Located atop the Joseph Smith Memorial Building and overlooking the LDS temple, The Roof is a unique experience not to be missed. You will feast on a gourmet buffet of select entrees and numerous dessert choices. While it may feel strange to say gourmet and buffet in the same sentence, The Roof transcends any preconceived notion of what it is to dine buffet style. From the candles to the roses, fine meats and sauces to the cakes and creams, you will not find a restaurant better suited to l’amore than The Roof.
Estimated cost per person for dinner = $34 - $40
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open, Memorial Day-Closed, July 4th, 9th, 24th-Closed, Sept. 3rd-Closed; Halloween-Closed
THE NEW YORKER 60 West Market Street, Salt Lake City, Utah 84101 (801) 363-0166 Hours: (Mon-Fri) 11:30 am – 2:30 pm; (Mon-Thurs) 5:30 pm – 10 pm; (Fri-Sat) 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm; (Sun) Closed Vegans beware! The New Yorker can always be relied upon to deliver the freshest seafood, poultry, game, lamb, and steaks. With a variety of delicious classics such as filet mignon with a cabernet-whole grain mustard sauce; lamb shank braised in white wine; radicchio, arugula and Granny Smith apple salad with Maytag blue cheese, caramelized pecans and honey vinaigrette; and Maine lobster, in addition to some dishes with French flair such as bouillabaisse with lobster, shrimp, scallops, mussels, halibut and salmon; escargot with Roquefort garlic butter, and seared Sonoma foie gras, every palate will leave The New Yorker satisfied.
Estimated cost per person for dinner = $25 - $42
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Closed, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open, July 4th and 24th -Closed
LA CAILLE 9565 Wasatch Boulevard, Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah 84092 (801) 942-1751 Hours: (Mon-Sat) 6:00 pm; (Sun) brunch at 10:00 am; (Sun) Basque-style dinner at 6:00 pm Having garnered numerous local and national awards included “Best Ambiance” five times from two different publications; La Caille is truly the place for a French escape. The restaurant is surrounded by gardens and vineyards, and treats its dinners to the simple joys of Provencal food. Its menu features traditional French favorites including veau aux champignons with a sauce of Veuve Clicquot and shallots, served with black truffles, mushroom duxelle and linguini; and Caneton de la Saison featuring young pan roasted eastern duck served with cognac, amaretto, port, ginger and seasonal fruit. For dessert, cherries jubilee served in the traditional flambé style is not to be missed.
Estimated cost per person for dinner = $32 - $72
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Open, New Years Eve-Open
LOG HAVEN 6451 East Millcreek Canyon (3800 South), Salt Lake City, UT 84124 (801) 272-8255 Hours: (Mon-Sat) 5:30 pm-10 pm; (Sun) 4:30 pm-10 pm This nationally recognized restaurant gets its charm from many sources-the secluded canyon location in a national forest, the superb wine and spirit selection, and the inspired cuisine. Oven-roasted monkfish, pomegranate-cinnamon braised lamb shanks, miso marinated foie gras, and spicy Sichuan chicken drumettes are just a few of the unique choices offered.
Estimated cost per person for dinner = $45 - $55
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
THE AERIE RESTAURANT Snowbird's Cliff Lodge (Level 10), Entry 4, Snowbird, UT 84092 (801) 933-2160 Hours: (Sun-Thur) 6 pm-9 pm; (Fri & Sat) 6 pm-10 pm What could be more romantic than a tenth story view of Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort and Little Cottonwood Canyon? Perhaps an award winning wine menu or tempting American cuisine such as blackened salmon, pan-seared veal chop, or grilled wild mushroom risotto cake.
Estimated cost per person for dinner = $35 - $45
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Open, New Years Eve-Open
GRAPPA 151 Main Street, Park City, UT 84060 (435) 645-0636 Hours: (Mon-Sun) 5 pm-10 pm Located in Park City's Old Town, Grappa occupies the old Alpine Prospector Lodge. Decorated with grapevines and Old World charm, Grappa serves excellent regional Italian fare such as osso buco and a fantastic horseradish-crusted salmon.
Estimated cost per person for dinner = $35 - $45
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Open, New Years Eve-Open
SPENCER'S 255 South West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 (801) 238-4748 Hours: (Sun-Thur) 5 pm-10 pm; (Fri & Sat) till 11 pm All entrées, including the 100% USDA prime beef aged a minimum of 28 days, lamb, and veal are served al a carte. Dark wood and high-backed booths, along with white-jacketed servers make this private club intimate for any occasion.
Estimated cost per person for dinner = $30 - $40
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
OASIS CAFÉ 151 South 500 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84102 (801) 322-0404 Hours: (Mon-Thur) 7 am-9 pm; (Fri) 7 am-9:30 pm; (Sat) 8 am-9:30 pm; (Sun) 8 am-9 pm Oasis Café has long been a haven for vegetarian, vegan, and seafood lovers. Executive Chef Patricia Fava offers internationally inspired cuisine such as grilled tuna sandwiches, fire-roasted vegetable towers, and Mediterranean salads. The restaurant's courtyard is a charming escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown Salt Lake City.
Estimated cost per person for dinner = $10 - $20
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
FRESCO ITALIAN CAFÉ 1513 South 1500 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84105 (801) 486-1300 Hours: (Mon-Sun) 5 pm-9 pm This local favorite has offered Northern Italian food such as flavorful risottos, polentas, and plenty of pasta for fifteen years. Expect exceptional cuts of pork, veal, and lamb.
Estimated cost per person for dinner = $35 - $45
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
Estimated cost per person for dinner is based upon one entrée, one beverage, and 20% gratuity.
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