The Rest

4.6

1028 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

21 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Charming

Bodega is the street level Tavern, that offers no frills cocktails in addition to draft beer and shots.

With a reservation, or if allowed admission from the Bartender upstairs, you can experience The Rest. It is a subterranean gem that looks like a bar that Hemingway would have built. Dark wood, taxidermy, old books and plenty of good whiskey. Perfect place for privacy and escaping the world for a minute... Or hours.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Dining Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(801) 532-4042
Website
http://bodegaslc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Ryan Santos
Private party facilities
Private dining is offered in our Library. We also offer private event options. Pricing varies. Please contact for more info.

Location
331 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Area
Downtown
Cross Street
400 S.
Parking details
Public parking lot is available on the corner of 400 S. & Main St. <br />Street parking available on Main St.
Public transit
Gallivan Center Trax stop
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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What 1,028 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.7Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Utah
Best Ambience
Salt Lake City
Best Ambience
Salt Lake City
Lively
Salt Lake City
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Rest offers a unique, speakeasy-like atmosphere and "stellar service" that makes it a standout in SLC. Guests rave about the "amazing food, drinks, and atmosphere," with special mentions of the beer-can chicken and cocktails. It's a perfect spot for celebrations or an intimate date night.

1,028 Reviews

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Dito
San Francisco
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Ambience and drinks were above average, but the service was so horrible that it ruined our experience. A few meals were so overcooked that they were inedible. Nobody seemed to care. I Most likely would not return.
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Brad
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service, ambiance, food, drinks, staff and music all just amazing.
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Sonia
Salt Lake City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The beer can chicken is without fail the best chicken I’ve ever had. Everything else on the menu is amazing too.
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Alex
Salt Lake City
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
We were hoping to get the beer can chicken but unfortunately it requires an hour advance. I wish that was listed on the menu. We ordered some apps that came out lukewarm. Our entree was the pork shoulder that our server was raving about… it was bland. The rice was watered down and the beans were a foam that again was cold. Service was ok, not great.
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Chris
VIP
San Francisco
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was great. Food was just average if you ask me. They were out of two appetizers and the ones we got weren’t anything I’d go back for. In fairness, didn’t have dinner
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artkistler
VIP
Salt Lake City
34 reviews
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the most beautiful places, I just wish the food was better. Drinks are phenomenal, music is always outstanding, service is Phenomenal.... food is subpar
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Chad
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I accidentally booked our reservation for 6 instead of 8, and didn’t realize the mistake until we arrived at the restaurant. The staff were awesome and made room so we could all still dine together (and as always the food was great)! Thank you so much for being flexible; you saved our evening and have made loyal lifetime customers!
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asher
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our meal. We had the steak and the beer can chicken. The broccolini was cooked perfectly. The chicken was super tender. The steak was delicious with a roasted root puree that i wish i could make at home. Very attentive and thoughtful service in a uniquely speak easy like setting that’s both charming and even a bit romantic. Great date night place. .
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Michael
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
So the atmosphere was really cool. Service was adequate. Food was good but was misrepresented. First 2 of the 9 divert options were sold out. We were the first reservation of the night? Second my second option was the misrepresentation. The swordfish was advertised as "skewers" as in plural. Only one skewer was delivered. The puree that the swordfish was on was cold. For the price point I expected more. Will I be back probably not...
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Lisa
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Matthew our server was a perfect balance of attentive and available. The food was outstanding and the recommendations were on point. I love this restaurant.
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FAQs

The Rest offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (801) 532-4042.

The Rest is rated 4.6 stars by 1028 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

21 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

331 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Additional information

Cross Street
400 S.
Area
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Dining Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public parking lot is available on the corner of 400 S. & Main St. <br />Street parking available on Main St.
Public transit
Gallivan Center Trax stop
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ryan Santos
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://bodegaslc.com/
Phone number
(801) 532-4042
Private party facilities
Private dining is offered in our Library. We also offer private event options. Pricing varies. Please contact for more info.

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The Rest

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What 1,028 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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