Eva — Restaurant in Salt Lake City

"Small plates served family style" is the theme of this land. Ok, the place was very cozy with kinda a cool vibe. It was clean and smelled good. We were greeted by someone very friendly. One guest we were with is very talkative and he talked the hosts ear off right off the bat. The host was very engaging, patient, and informative. Our server was very good. He was attentive and quick. Never had an empty glass or dirty plate. The food was OUT OF THIS WORLD DELICIOUS!!!! It was explained to us that the dishes are served family style. They're small plates that you share. He recommended everyone order 2 plates and they'd be shared. They also left us the menu so we could continue to order. At first, the menu didn't capture my appetite. The menu is on the small side but that just means that what they do have, they make with care and they have fresh food to work with instead of a bunch of frozen stuff or sauces that come in plastic bags. This place has food made intentionally. It seemed a little too fancy for me but we just started ordering. Our first plate was the brussel sprouts.... who likes brussel sprouts?!?!?! But they were to die for!!! They were shredded, roasted them coated in vinegar and hazel nuts. Again, doesn't sound so good but they were delicious!! We also got the gnocchi, which I usually find to be rubbery but these were so fluffy and soft, perfectly seasoned, a little salty (in a good way) and they melted in your mouth. The sauce was a creamy white sauce, similar to alfredo. They were so fresh and delicious that I could dream about them or go back just for that. We got a sausage meatball plate and a pizza, which were so tender and so flavorful. There was arugula on the pizza with a drizzled balsamic (I think). It was crispy and soft all at once. We got the seared steak bruschetta. The steak was so tender and well seasoned with a seared caramelized crust on the meat and more arugula on top.The bruschetta was crispy but fresh. All the flavors worked so well together. So DO NOT be afraid of the menu.Try everything!!! I ALMOST gave it one less star is because to me, it seemed kind of an oxymoron to have "SMALL plates served family style". Usually it's like Chinese food where you get these huge portions that you eat "family style". I didn't like having one or two bites off of 8 plates of food. I would LOVE to go back but I'll order what I want and NOT share. It's such good food and worth the price but it's a bit pricey for a casual dinner. For a great date night or celebration, this is a top notch place. Or after you've been and fallen in love with one of the dishes, it would be nice to go get that dish for yourself but one dish may not be enough for a meal.... or what you expect the portions to be for a full meal. It is designed to get a few dishes like tapas. It's a smaller place that takes reservations, which we had. I recommend getting a reservation and trying something new and different and a bit fancy. I suspect most people are NOT like me and would love the family style eating. I just didn't think it was enough to get myself full. But after looking at a menu that i couldn't see anything that looked that good, I LOVED EVERY...

My husband surprised me by bringing me here for our two-year anniversary. As we stepped inside, we were led through a shadowy corridor to the back of the restaurant—a secluded alcove whispered to be reserved for lovers. A bottle of crimson wine, which my husband had so thoughtfully requested when making the reservation, awaited us like a silent sentinel on our table. The moment the wine kissed my lips, rich and velvety like a dark secret, I knew this night would etch itself into the marrow of my memory.

Surrounding us was an enchanting gothic ambiance: flickering candlelight cast trembling shadows upon the stone walls, and the air was heavy with the heady perfume of roses and aged wood. The entire room breathed intimacy, like a cathedral of indulgence. Upon first glance at the menu—gilded and inked in an elegant, archaic script—my mouth watered with almost sinful anticipation. Everything looked positively decadent, but alas, I knew I must show restraint, lest I be consumed by my own ravenous desire.

Our waiter appeared—Gehrig, a vision of aesthetic perfection, with cascading brunette curls and eyes that seemed to hold ancient, knowing mischief. He recommended that we begin with three to four plates. We chose the baked brie, lobster ravioli, Eva’s steak, and Eva’s pizza. Each dish arrived like an offering to some delicious pagan ritual, and my husband and I devoured them as though spellbound. With each bite, we released low, primal murmurs of pleasure—“mmmmmmm”—echoing like chants in a haunted chapel.

For dessert, we indulged in the crème brûlée, its sugar crust cracking like old parchment beneath our spoons, revealing the creamy, golden heart beneath. Beside it sat a decadent marvel: a dark chocolate cup filled with warm, molten ganache, crowned with scorched marshmallows that looked like ghostly little clouds singed by candlelight. As I took a bite, the toasted sweetness gave way to a rich, velvety darkness that coated my tongue like a forbidden spell—smoky, sweet, and utterly divine. It was less a dessert and more an incantation, casting a spell that sealed the evening in delicious eternity.

Throughout our two-hour reverie, sweet Gehrig floated in and out of our little sanctum, always arriving precisely when needed, as though summoned by some invisible incantation. His enthusiastic spirit and hauntingly bright smile elevated the evening to something almost supernatural. Eva wouldn’t be Eva without Gehrig—our charming guide through this gothic culinary dreamscape.

My husband and I agreed that all future anniversaries must be consecrated at Eva. After the dark and stormy year we had endured, it was this night—bathed in candlelight and cloaked in enchantment—that rekindled the sacred fire between us. Thank you, Eva, for the most unforgettable night we could have ever imagined. Here’s to many more nights of shadowed magic, shared laughter, and delicious...

Though there are some mixed reviews on here, I can’t say enough good about our dining experience at Eva on November 13th, 2022. My wife and I went to celebrate both six months of marriage and my having finished chemotherapy. The food was delicious and our service was prompt but not overbearing. Our server Gehrig (I believe - sorry if I misspelled or got the name wrong) added to our positive experience. He had great suggestions and was so pleasant to interact with.

We started our night with the tri-tip bruschetta and the asparagus. The jalapeño aioli on the asparagus in combination with the prosciutto and poached egg was nothing less than incredible. The bruschetta was also phenomenal. We then tried the Eva’s pizza. It was really good, but was probably our least favorite choice of the night as it wasn’t quite as amazing or unique as our other selections — Still really good though!!!

Our last entree was the Spanish meatballs, and boy did we save the best for last. The sauce, a rioja sauce, was honestly one of the best flavor combinations I’ve ever experienced in my life. I am unable to adequately put into words how delicious it was. Combined with the meatballs and buttered bread, and days later I’m still thinking about it.

We ended the night with the warm banana bread pudding. My wife was over the moon with how good this was as she is the sweet lover in our house. Though I prefer savory foods, I too was impressed with this dessert. The warm banana bread pudding with walnuts, combined with a creamy caramel covered custard ice cream, was the perfect way to end our night.

We left feeling full (I’ve left other tapas places still hungry), but not full to the point of being uncomfortable or sick — Very satisfied and happy. The prices were what you expect to pay for Tapas, but were worth every penny in my opinion. Tapas, and specifically Eva, is more than a dinner; it’s an experience. This is by far our favorite Tapas restaurant in SLC and we will be loyal and regular customers from here on. Thank you for the wonderful and delicious...