
Itameshi (Japanese-Italian) in an intimate Central Ninth room, and a 2026 James Beard Best New Restaurant semifinalist. Burrata arancini topped with ikura, tonnarelli al mentaiko, beef tartare on potato pave, matcha tiramisu. City Weekly called it a watershed for Utah dining.

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