This is the place to come for authentic Greek flavors. Voted number 1 by City Weekly, locals know what they are talking about. The gyro is the most popular item on the menu, but feel free to try a shish kebab or salad—nothing here will disappoint you. The price is incredible considering the size of a meal and taste. For just USD5, you can taste what people in Salt Lake are raving about.
A quaint spot with a no-frills décor, Chanon Thai Cafe is an idyllic haunt to devour staple Thai fare in the city. Do not mistake it for yet another typical Asian eatery, as this rather small outpost boasts of an extensive menu of Thai standards as well as some creative offerings. A whiff of zesty aromas greets you the moment you walk in at Chanon Thai, assuring you of the freshest ingredients and authentic herbs used in all its flavorful preparations. Start your meal with their legendary entrees, and take the culinary experience forward with their all-time specials like sticky rice, Pad Thai and seafood curry, among other appetizing options.
Thousands of signatures and statements spread across the walls of this restaurant and there is always room for one more name if you want to document your visit. This casual eating spot is great for any size appetite, from single slices at lunch to the 23-inch Pie's Combo loaded with pepperoni, salami, green peppers, onions, smoked ham, linguica sausage, ground beef, Italian sausage and mushrooms. The restaurant also offers calzones, hot subs, soups and salad. The University of Utah is nearby, and this pizza place draws a hungry college crowd every night. An ice cold beer pairs perfectly with any pie on offer!
A humble, buzzing spot for Vietnamese grub, Oh Mai has been delighting guests with its flavorful banh mi sandwiches, among other Vietnamese delights. Found in the southern part of the city, this diner offers an interesting menu of homemade Vietnamese preparations. Menu specials like the zesty brisket pho and the garlic-butter drenched ribeye steak are all-time favorites. Apart from their hearty sandwiches, Oh Mai also serves up vermicelli noodles-bun and rice dishes like curry chicken and honey glazed pork.
A quaint diner complete with white chairs and some artsy décor, Feldman's Deli has been a city favorite for quite some time. Proud to be one of the few delis of Sugar House serving up classic Jewish fare, it features an eclectic menu of Israeli dishes presented with a New York-style twist. Its spacious dining area welcomes guests to devour its legendary New York-type deli subs like reubens, corned beef and pastrami. All meats are freshly cut to ensure quality, while Feldman's also sources its mustard and pickles locally to deliver the pure NYC experience. Along with those flavorsome sandwiches, it also offers appetizing entrees like home-style bagels, stuffed cabbage, pierogi and matzo ball broth.