50 Best Bars near Cottonwood Heights

“The complimentary bread is good it comes in a sliced loaf that is hard to pull apart. The clam chowder is good and im not a big fan of clam chowder. The crab cakes are pretty good nothing special. The food takes a while we went when it wasn't crowded and I got the fish and chips and fried shrimp and it comes with fry sauce tartar sauce and cocktail sauce. It is a size able portion. The frys are skinny and very good crispy. And the fried shrimp is really good and the texture of the shrimp is amazing. And it came with cosla and it was amazing. Over all great restaurant. The scenery is also great.

Dietary restrictions: I'm allergic to red fish and getting the fish and chips they were very acomading for cooking it.

Kid-friendliness: They have a great kids menu.“

“Amazing food and service. Mattie was the best and made sure everything was just right. Highly recommend the prime rib which was beyond amazing“

“I absolutely love this place! It's different than any other bar I've ever been to. Very welcoming. Always great vibes! Vicki is very Genuine and provides a safe space for EVERYONE.“

“Found this place for last minute business dinner. Unique cocktails, amazing small plates. Brussels and Truffle fries didn’t disappoint. Entrees were fresh and well composed. My only knock was our server that wasn’t that personable and didn’t provide any recommendations.“

“Michael is awesome man. Hopefully you get him as a server. I’ve been here twice with him as my server and I have had two super great experiences. The food is delicious, the vibes on game day are immaculate. Can’t wait for the 2025 NFL season over here!“

“So good, I adore everything about this place.“

“It's a damned fine bar.

Vegetarian options: They have a separate vegetarian menu.

Parking: You can park in the HoHo Gormet lot ONLY when the restaurant is closed. But this is a neighborhood bar! Walk on over!

Kid-friendliness: This is a bar. 21+ with valid ID required.“

“Early eve, Thursday, local crowd slim to moderate...Bring your own friends. Missing opportunities to engage...Minimalist chairs and tables...Was here once before with a group and will be back for another go but vibe was missing and server was all business...one beer was enough...“

“Best dang booch in all of Utah!“

“Killer IPAs! Good food and service. Came for trivia night and had a blast.“

“Absolutely loved this place, very beautiful. The food is phenomenal here. My husband got the pork belly bowl - meat was very good, in all very flavorful and filling. I got the vegan mushroom banh mi with papaya salad - extremely flavorful as well. Maybe the best banh mi I have ever had. The papaya salad is also great, loved the peanuts and fried onions in it.

The drinks were all good too. My husband got one of their seasonal cocktail and ginger sumac cider and I got their ca phe.

Definitely ask for their house made chilli crisps! It is heavenly!“

“The Ranch is to DIE for!!!“

“Love this place and the people who work here! They are conscientious, pleasant and friendly... They take great care of you and your stuff. Large and abundant TV's surround the walls and there's free shuffleboard, pool and darts...You can have a great, fun time here!!“

“This place is special. They put their heart into it. And you can feel it in the service, food & drink, vibe, and overall experience. I love this place and want to start going there even more. It gets better every time we go.“

“Spence is awesome. We were only in SLC for a visit, but became one of our favorite place. Highly recommend, will definitely come back!“

“Great plant-based options and great vibe.“

“Great location I love the outdoors with the river, super friendly and attentive staff“

“Love this spot! Utah’s Godfather! Everything we aspire to be and more. Most fun in Salt Lake, hands down! Great vibes, great music, great drinks, great games, and pinball! Definitely the best spot in town!“

“Drinks seemed average for cast, but great staff and vibe. With the size, I'd expect it fills fast. But wasn't too crowded on a Monday. Vibe comes with loud early-2000's music on the interior and quieter outdoor seating areas.“

“Love this place. Kind people and great atmosphere“

“Spitz catered our business team's holiday party. It was perfect. My staff all loved it. There were options for every dietary need and it was well priced for the food your received. I really appreciated the service. We'll definitely use Spitz again for our catering needs.“

“Great service and staff..“

“I came in to apply for a job and T the manager on duty was so friendly , prompt with all her customers, she took my application and was so truthful upfront. I liked her attitude and frontness …. I had a long day and stayed for a drink. I’m very impressed with her. I hope I’m able to join the family in the near future. T made it very welcoming for me. Thank you 😊“

“I love this place! Not enough dimly lit reseraunts around here.

Perfect atmosphere, great food, and Harold was the best server I have met in quite awhile. He was very accommodating and made me feel very comfortable like I was being served by a friend.🙂“

“The atmosphere is beautiful and the live music-saxophone-player is was amazing, (and an unexpected surprise). The craft cocktails were delicious. The presentation of the food was beautiful and very good, however it was a bit pricey compared to the up scale bars and restaurants nearby. Unfortunately, our bartender seems to be more interested in talking to the other staff, instead of paying attention to his customers. We had to wait to order drinks, we waited and waited to order food, and he had a really difficult time checking back to see if we needed more drinks. When the food arrived, the bartender had gotten our order wrong, but he was quick to correct it. The scallops, the fennel salad, the calamari, and the miso chicken were delicious. We did inquire about gluten-free options, but our bartender didn't seem to know what "gluten-free" was, and had nothing to suggest. It would be nice to have gluten-free indicated on the menu. (Also, the online menu was different from the in person menu. Not a big deal, but it should be updated.) Overall, we had a really nice experience and were very happy with our food and drink selections. We will be coming back with friends.“

“Great food choices and the server jimmy he is awesome!! I would recommend him if you want great customer service experience and helpful feedback on your food choice at the restaurant. I had the rainbow trout and it was a 10/10!! The rainbow trout was by far the BEST rainbow trout I have ever tasted!! If you’re into seafood I recommend to try the rainbow trout.🙌🏽❤️“

“Best breakfast in Salt Lake. Gorgeous location and the nicest staff.“

“Everything! Food, Atmosphere, service! It has it all!“

“The food was delicious and our server Jolayne was fast and made sure we were well taken care of our entire time in the restaurant! Thank you for the amazing service and food we will definitely be back!!!!“

“The food is inventive and delicious. The cocktails are carefully crafted by hand and very fun. Prices are reasonable and the atmosphere is chill and relaxing.“

“I LOVE the Tap Room! What an incredible neighborhood bar where everyone is on a first name basis. I was in for my first time today and Tiffany and the owner make you feel like a regular and family. The owner even bought me a shot of some high end whiskey he just got in. Love this place and will most definitely be back!“

“Love this spot! Utah’s Godfather! Everything we aspire to be and more. Most fun in Salt Lake, hands down! Great vibes, great music, great drinks, great games, and pinball! Definitely the best spot in town!“

“I've been coming here for about a decade. Been to most strip clubs in UT. The local vibe here is something I haven't found anywhere else. It's a pool hall with a beautiful variety of dancers. No cover anytime and cheap beer. Best bar in town imo“

“I came here for the first time and they were doing Karaoke (DeAnn the karaoke host was so much fun!) They are so much kinder and warmer than the cheers in downtown. Dowtown place can get a little too crazy and even if their staff screws up or something- it's always the customer's fault! As of this location, their hospitality is 100% waaaaaayyy better.. I'm a good tipper-- so I'd rather spend money on this location than downtowns location, 💯“

“Salt Lake's most unique dining experience by far! If you are looking for an exclusive, chef driven 9 course dinner then Chef Vishal has you covered. Each course is a fresh take on classic, traditional South Indian food specifically from the Goa region. Each course wows your senses with lots of wonderful color, presentation and of course flavors. Highly recommended if you're looking for something new!“

“Went in for a burger and a beer with some tots. It was all very tasty and very easy going. This is a terrific place to stop on and go incognito.

Vegetarian options: You can always go veggie with a pizza, and they offer a beyond burger patty for most of the sandwiches.“

“Every time we go here the staff especially Alisha and Shar are the BEST but all of the staff is great no matter what time of day you go. They have pretty darn good food options and the quality is also very good. This location is by far the best one they have.“

“Came on the promise of good karaoke and good location. It's definitely a dive bar, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Drinks were pretty good for the price. The seating is really limited inside and out on a busy Saturday night, pool tables take up much of the indoor real estate. There seemed to be a lot of regulars there for karaoke, which made it hard to break into the rotation. But all in all it was a pleasant experience. I'd go again and get there earlier for karaoke.“

“Great place. Beers are cheap and staff are friendly. You'll see us there on Wednesdays for Trivia night.“

“SOOO GOOD! Definitely a five star experience.“

“I love this place. Warm salsa is amazing! Super friendly and the food is great. I have super picky Mexican food eating friends and they loved this place too. Mariachi band on Tuesdays can be fun and remember it’s ok to say no to them if you’re not in the mood. The food does take some time, but the quality is worth it!!“

“Had a wonderful Sip and Paint there. The staff is awesome!“

“Love this spot! Utah’s Godfather! Everything we aspire to be and more. Most fun in Salt Lake, hands down! Great vibes, great music, great drinks, great games, and pinball! Definitely the best spot in town!“

“Stopped in for a couple of drinks, but wound up ordering breakfast which is served till 2 on the weekend. Madi was the bartender. Kellan was the chef. Food, and service were on point. Breakfast burrito was excellent, Diane ordered eggs, bacon and toast, also excellent and all fairly priced.. Stop in, this crew won't dissapoint!“

“this was my very first bar and I love the local vibe and very decent priced drinks. I need to stop by soon it's been way too long. love this place ❤️“

“We love Duffy’s! Cheap drinks, great staff.“

“Great service and great great food and drinks. Loved it.“

“This bar for 21+ is a legend of a local hangout with 4 pool tables, multiple draft beers, and a small outdoor area.
The bartenders are fun and make great cocktails.
There is no food made here, so they allow you to bring in outside food or even have food delivered to yourself here.
The bar has been refurbished with fresh paint and beautiful flooring, along with new felt and leveled tables as of May 2025.
There is music via AMI jukebox with the app or can use cash to play tunes.
It's a fun place to meet up with friends.

Wednesdays: Karaoke at 7:30“

“Visiting from Cali.
Food was exceptional. We ordered the jackfruit tacos, Brussel sprouts , cauliflower and marg flatbread.
Will Baxter Band was incredible and put people in a vibe 🙌
Service from all servers was fast, and they were all so kind.“

“I was skeptical at first, but then got my head out of my a** and realized this is a local dive bar. I am someone who typically goes to high scale bars or restaurants - I got invited to this place cause mutual friends has considered this place to be “their spot” and not in the bad way where they are unwelcoming, but they like it so much they come every Friday and Saturday. People seem to fixate on the bouncer being rude, but it’s not the case. If you worked as a bouncer I think they’d get perspective. It’s a hard job to be a bouncer, the amount of bs you have to encounter is obscene. I have been here probably 10 times now, and I can only say good things. The bouncer , who I would hope would recognize me, looks and checks my id as if I have never been there, and I understand why. He is not willing to over look something and realize he screwed up. I can appreciate someone who takes the job seriously. The bar tender, jumper - is the nicest lady I’ve ever kind, a truly kind soul. She has recognized me after being here a couple of times - and knows what I drink and is so kind and patient. I really respect bars like this as I used to be a frequent at a bar in steamboat springs that operated similar to this bar does.
With that said:
This bar has always felt safe, in every and all terms.
I appreciate this place as they have a great team, good drinks and clean bathrooms.“