Salt Lake City

Best Cocktail Bars in Salt Lake City

Where to find a properly made drink in SLC. We're tracking 114 cocktail bars, led by Sol Agave (our top-rated pick at 4.9★). Below: ranked by rating, with hours, price, and the details.

Sol Agave

Sol Agave

★ 4.9Downtown
Reviewers mention: butter cake, carnitas, sugar cane filet
'mina Ristorante Siciliano

'mina Ristorante Siciliano

★ 4.9$$$Liberty Wells
Reviewers mention: pistachio pasta, fresh mozzarella, olive oil cake
Marcato Kitchen

Marcato Kitchen

★ 4.8Granary District
Reviewers mention: stromboli, meatball, banh mi
Kin Sen Thai

Kin Sen Thai

★ 4.8Millcreek
Reviewers mention: kao soi, boat noodles, short rib
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Sol and Sabor

Sol and Sabor

★ 4.8Millcreek
Reviewers mention: fresh juices, chilaquiles, french toast
Killa Nikkei

Killa Nikkei

★ 4.8$$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: peruvian food, ceviche, lomo saltado
Kuchu Shabu

Kuchu Shabu

★ 4.8Sugarmont
Reviewers mention: pho, wagyu, tonkotsu ramen
Mint Tapas and Sushi 4 - Sugar House

Mint Tapas and Sushi 4 - Sugar House

★ 4.8Sugarmont
Reviewers mention: sushi, salmon, wagyu steak
Nico's Restaurant

Nico's Restaurant

★ 4.8$Fairpark
Reviewers mention: tiktok, barbacoa, chile relleno
Gossip Kitchen

Gossip Kitchen

★ 4.8$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: speakeasy, tapas, hamachi
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Spitz

Spitz

★ 4.7Downtown
Reviewers mention: gyro, sweet potato fries, vegan options
Slackwater SLC

Slackwater SLC

★ 4.7Granary District
Reviewers mention: pizza, beer selection, wings
Rusted Sun Pizzeria

Rusted Sun Pizzeria

★ 4.7$Ballpark
Reviewers mention: calzones, crust, dip
Nutritious Bowl

Nutritious Bowl

★ 4.7Downtown
Reviewers mention: tikka masala, dhosa, korma curry
Taverna

Taverna

★ 4.7Marmalade
Reviewers mention: new york style pizza, vodka slice, garlic knots
Bricks Corner

Bricks Corner

★ 4.7$East Central
Reviewers mention: detroit style pizza, deep dish, crust
Arlo Restaurant

Arlo Restaurant

★ 4.7$$$$Capitol Hill
Reviewers mention: patio, ravioli, brunch
Sicilia Mia

Sicilia Mia

★ 4.7$$$Holladay
Reviewers mention: carbonara, strip mall location, cheese wheel pasta
Manoli's

Manoli's

★ 4.7$$$Central City
Reviewers mention: small plates, scallops, lamb riblets
Tiburon

Tiburon

★ 4.7$$$Sandy
Reviewers mention: scallops, beef tenderloin, crab cakes
Matteo Ristorante Italiano

Matteo Ristorante Italiano

★ 4.7$$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: brasato, vodka pasta, braised beef
Sicilia Mia Ristorante Italiano

Sicilia Mia Ristorante Italiano

★ 4.7$$Holladay
Reviewers mention: strip mall, signature, cheese wheel
Bar Nohm

Bar Nohm

★ 4.7$$$Central City
Reviewers mention: sake, yakitori, sesame noodles
Vongole Pasta

Vongole Pasta

★ 4.7$$$Sugar House
Reviewers mention: oysters, squid ink pasta, wine flights
The Pearl

The Pearl

★ 4.7$$Central City
Reviewers mention: banh mi, pho, patio
Cucina

Cucina

★ 4.6The Avenues
Reviewers mention: sandwiches, patio, crab cakes
Ruth's Diner

Ruth's Diner

★ 4.6$Emigration Canyon
Reviewers mention: patio, biscuits, canyon
Table X

Table X

★ 4.6$$$$Sugar House
Reviewers mention: tasting menu, 7 course, wine pairing
Sugar House Coffee

Sugar House Coffee

★ 4.6Sugar House
Reviewers mention: friendly staff, vegan options, chai
Harbor Seafood & Steak Co.

Harbor Seafood & Steak Co.

★ 4.6Sugar House
Reviewers mention: wagyu beef, scallops, outdoor seating
Saffron Valley East India Cafe

Saffron Valley East India Cafe

★ 4.6The Avenues
Reviewers mention: chicken tikka masala, dosa, saag
Sapa

Sapa

★ 4.6$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: rolls, filet mignon, sunset
The Other Place Restaurant

The Other Place Restaurant

★ 4.6Downtown
Reviewers mention: rice pudding, omelets, hash browns
Publik Coffee Roasters

Publik Coffee Roasters

★ 4.6$Ballpark
Reviewers mention: avocado toast, espresso, chai tea
Lucky 13

Lucky 13

★ 4.6$$Ballpark
Reviewers mention: metal bar, live music, horror movies
Felt Bar & Eatery

Felt Bar & Eatery

★ 4.6$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: korean bbq ribs, brussels sprouts, pretzel bites
HSL

HSL

★ 4.6$$$$Central City
Reviewers mention: cauliflower, pork, fried chicken
Taste of Thai Sugar House

Taste of Thai Sugar House

★ 4.6Sugar House
Reviewers mention: drunken noodles, panang curry, mocktails
Log Haven

Log Haven

★ 4.6$$$$Millcreek
Reviewers mention: romantic restaurant, bison, wedding venue
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

★ 4.6$$$Taylorsville
Reviewers mention: hot pot, broth, all you can eat
Monte

Monte

★ 4.6$$$$South Salt Lake
Reviewers mention: fine dining, wine pairing, tasting menu
Hide & Seek

Hide & Seek

★ 4.6$$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: speakeasy, ravioli, bartender
Franklin Ave Cocktails & Kitchen

Franklin Ave Cocktails & Kitchen

★ 4.6$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: wagyu burger, chicken sandwich, deviled eggs
Oquirrh Restaurant

Oquirrh Restaurant

★ 4.6$$$$Central City
Reviewers mention: pasta, sourdough bread, pot pie
Eva

Eva

★ 4.6$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: small plates, tapas, gnocchi
Osteria Amore

Osteria Amore

★ 4.6$$East Central
Reviewers mention: patio, gelato, wine list
Takashi

Takashi

★ 4.6$$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: rolls, sablefish, strawberry
Urban Hill

Urban Hill

★ 4.6$$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: sablefish, polaroid, bison
The Bayou

The Bayou

★ 4.6$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: cajun food, gumbo, jambalaya
Valter's Osteria

Valter's Osteria

★ 4.6$$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: hot chocolate, biscotti, dipping sauce
Hearth and Hill Sugar House

Hearth and Hill Sugar House

★ 4.6$$$Sugar House
Reviewers mention: smash burger, cheddar biscuits, salmon sandwich
Stoneground Italian Kitchen

Stoneground Italian Kitchen

★ 4.5Downtown
Reviewers mention: polenta tots, doughnuts, patio
Mi Buena Vida

Mi Buena Vida

★ 4.515th & 15th
Reviewers mention: salsa bar, patio, mole
Chile-Tepin

Chile-Tepin

★ 4.5Downtown
Reviewers mention: molcajete, margaritas, parrillada
Blue Copper Coffee Room

Blue Copper Coffee Room

★ 4.5Central Ninth
Reviewers mention: friendly staff, patio, cookie
PIKO Mexican Grill

PIKO Mexican Grill

★ 4.5Central City
Reviewers mention: quesabirria, chile relleno, pozole
Burger Fusion

Burger Fusion

★ 4.5Central City
Reviewers mention: burgers, onion rings, beignets
Muertos Cantina

Muertos Cantina

★ 4.5Sugar House
Reviewers mention: birria tacos, beignets, outdoor seating
Mazza Middle Eastern Cuisine

Mazza Middle Eastern Cuisine

★ 4.5$$15th & 15th
Reviewers mention: lebanese food, wine selection, vegan options
Spitz - Sugarhouse

Spitz - Sugarhouse

★ 4.5Sugar House
Reviewers mention: doner wraps, gyro, sweet potato fries
Pago

Pago

★ 4.5$$$9th & 9th
Reviewers mention: gnocchi, patio seating, burrata
Caffè Molise

Caffè Molise

★ 4.5$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: patio, scallops, pappardelle
Cupla Coffee

Cupla Coffee

★ 4.5Downtown
Reviewers mention: friendly staff, latte, espresso
Rouser

Rouser

★ 4.5$$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: parker house rolls, short rib, scallops
Junah

Junah

★ 4.5$$$Central Ninth
Reviewers mention: italian food, burrata, maitake mushroom appetizer
Caffe d'bolla

Caffe d'bolla

★ 4.5Downtown
Reviewers mention: espresso, knowledgeable owner, bubble tea
Brownstone 22

Brownstone 22

★ 4.5$$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: salmon, martinis, oysters
Oasis Cafe

Oasis Cafe

★ 4.5$Central City
Reviewers mention: brunch, patio, bookstore
Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana

Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana

★ 4.5$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: gelato, neapolitan pizza, brick oven
Wildwood

Wildwood

★ 4.5$$$The Avenues
Reviewers mention: beignets, risotto, burrata salad
Santo Taco

Santo Taco

★ 4.4Downtown
Reviewers mention: birria, al pastor, carne asada tacos
Taqueria 27

Taqueria 27

★ 4.4Downtown
Reviewers mention: margaritas, carne asada tacos, churros
Apollo Burger

Apollo Burger

★ 4.4Downtown
Reviewers mention: shakes, pastrami, gyro
Layla Mediterranean Grill and Mezze

Layla Mediterranean Grill and Mezze

★ 4.4Holladay
Reviewers mention: lamb shank, moussaka, chicken curry
Proper Burger Co.

Proper Burger Co.

★ 4.4Central City
Reviewers mention: vegan options, onion rings, shakes
Salt City Barbecue

Salt City Barbecue

★ 4.4Downtown
Reviewers mention: brisket, ribs, mac and cheese
Salt & Olive

Salt & Olive

★ 4.4$$Central City
Reviewers mention: truffle pizza, bucatini, steak salad
Hub & Spoke Diner

Hub & Spoke Diner

★ 4.4$$Liberty Wells
Reviewers mention: chicken and waffles, eggs benedict, shrimp and grits
Current Fish & Oyster

Current Fish & Oyster

★ 4.4$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: scallops, calamari, fish stew
La Hacienda

La Hacienda

★ 4.4Glendale
Reviewers mention: chile verde, chimichanga, carne asada
Sweet Lake Biscuits & Limeade

Sweet Lake Biscuits & Limeade

★ 4.4Ballpark
Reviewers mention: biscuits and gravy, chilaquiles, fried chicken
Neighbors Bar

Neighbors Bar

★ 4.4$$Liberty Wells
Reviewers mention: patio, popcorn chicken, beer selection
Finca

Finca

★ 4.4$$$15th & 15th
Reviewers mention: patio, churros, croqueta
The Dodo Restaurant

The Dodo Restaurant

★ 4.4$$Sugar House
Reviewers mention: blueberry, beef stroganoff, cream pie
Tsunami Restaurant & Sushi Bar - Tsunami on 9th

Tsunami Restaurant & Sushi Bar - Tsunami on 9th

★ 4.4$$East Central
Reviewers mention: rolls, patio, gluten free
Baek Ri Hyang

Baek Ri Hyang

★ 4.3South Salt Lake
Reviewers mention: bulgogi, bibimbap, spicy soup
From Scratch

From Scratch

★ 4.3Downtown
Reviewers mention: beef stroganoff, tri tip, sourdough bread
Himalayan Kitchen

Himalayan Kitchen

★ 4.3Downtown
Reviewers mention: buffet, momos, nepali food
The Rose Establishment

The Rose Establishment

★ 4.3Downtown
Reviewers mention: vegan options, biscuit, avocado toast
Old Spaghetti Factory

Old Spaghetti Factory

★ 4.3Central City
Reviewers mention: mizithra, spumoni, fettuccine alfredo
Burger Lab Bar & Lounge

Burger Lab Bar & Lounge

★ 4.3Downtown
Reviewers mention: huckleberry burger, beaker and test tube drinks, mac and cheese
Tucci's Cucina Italiana

Tucci's Cucina Italiana

★ 4.3Central City
Reviewers mention: calamari, gluten free options, Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken
SOMI Vietnamese Bistro

SOMI Vietnamese Bistro

★ 4.3Sugar House
Reviewers mention: calamari, wings, shaking beef
Bambara Salt Lake City

Bambara Salt Lake City

★ 4.3$$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: elk, brunch, appetizer
Copper Common

Copper Common

★ 4.3$$$Downtown
Reviewers mention: burger, bartenders, dinner
Desert Edge Brewery

Desert Edge Brewery

★ 4.3Central City
Reviewers mention: french onion soup, pasta salad, outdoor seating
Tsunami Restaurant & Sushi Bar - Sugar House

Tsunami Restaurant & Sushi Bar - Sugar House

★ 4.3Sugar House
Reviewers mention: gluten free options, vegan options, teriyaki chicken
Ramen Ichizu Bar

Ramen Ichizu Bar

★ 4.3$$Central City
Reviewers mention: broth, bowl, japanese
Sushi Groove

Sushi Groove

★ 4.3$Sugar House
Reviewers mention: music, atmosphere, rolls
J. Wong's Thai & Chinese Bistro

J. Wong's Thai & Chinese Bistro

★ 4.2Downtown
Reviewers mention: robots, pad thai, lo mein
P.F. Chang's

P.F. Chang's

★ 4.2Downtown
Reviewers mention: lettuce wraps, mongolian beef, gluten free options
Don Daniel's Mexican Grill & Cantina

Don Daniel's Mexican Grill & Cantina

★ 4.2Rose Park
Reviewers mention: seafood, asada tacos, salsa bar
Ruby River Steakhouse

Ruby River Steakhouse

★ 4.2Central City
Reviewers mention: prime rib, medium rare steak, overcooked steak
Yellowfinn Grill & Sushi Bar

Yellowfinn Grill & Sushi Bar

★ 4.2Sugar House
Reviewers mention: patio, sushi rolls, happy hour
BGR The Burger Joint

BGR The Burger Joint

★ 4.2Sugar House
Reviewers mention: shakes, tots, garlic fries
Eggsburgh

Eggsburgh

★ 4.2Downtown
Reviewers mention: eggs benedict, hash browns, red velvet french toast
Fratelli Ristorante

Fratelli Ristorante

★ 4.2$$Sandy
Reviewers mention: alfredo, chicken parmesan, chicken piccata
Avenues Proper

Avenues Proper

★ 4.1$$The Avenues
Reviewers mention: chicken and waffles, mimosas, pub
El Cholo

El Cholo

★ 4.1Sugar House
Reviewers mention: chicken mole enchiladas, cheese enchilada, chile relleno
Yoko Ramen SLC

Yoko Ramen SLC

★ 4.1$Central City
Reviewers mention: bowl, vegan, pork ramen
Pat's BBQ

Pat's BBQ

★ 4$$South Salt Lake
Reviewers mention: brisket, ribs, pulled pork
Hog & Tradition

Hog & Tradition

★ 3.9Downtown
Reviewers mention: cubano, cornbread, mac and cheese
Cosmica

Cosmica

★ 3.9$$$Central Ninth
Reviewers mention: puffy bread, swordfish, eggplant parmesan
Thistle & Thyme

Thistle & Thyme

★ 3.6$$East Bench
Reviewers mention: hotel restaurant, food, reviews

Frequently asked

What's the highest-rated cocktail spot?

Sol Agave, at 4.9★.

How many cocktail bars are on this list?

114, ranked by rating.

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