Monte — Restaurant in South Salt Lake

We had a truly lovely experience here. We have travelled to several cities (both in the US and internationally) for food, and it was beyond refreshing to have a great culinary experience here in SLC. Overall, it was the best dining experience we've had in SLC. Each dish was thoughtful and well executed. In particular, the service we received from Aaron and Ignacio was delightful. They were both personable and attentive and generally lovely.

There were a few points of concern for us that I thought I would share. The first was the pacing of the meal was a bit off. For a 5-course meal, we were there for almost 3 hours. There were stretches between some of the courses that seemed unnecessarily long. The other concern was that there was a 23% service charge added to the bill. In my opinion, that is a hefty mandatory fee to be made of aware of after you had already sat down for your meal. It was one of the only parts of the experience that disenchanted us a bit. But like I said, overall, we had a great experience and we will be coming back for more.

PHOTOS: "dragon breath" palate cleanser delicious homemade butter (shell!) delicious homemade brioche delicious ravioli (could've eaten another bowl of this) delicious Wagyu w/variety of sauces and purees delicious beeswax ice cream...

My boyfriend and I celebrated our anniversary at Monte SLC last night, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From start to finish, everything felt thoughtful, warm, and beautifully executed.

The menu is so creative — every dish tells a story — but the lamb beignet and the sweet potato pasta completely blew us away. Both were bursting with flavor and texture, so inventive and comforting at the same time. We also enjoyed the deer and wagyu, which were equally impressive and showcased such artistry in preparation and plating.

We opted for the wine pairing, which complemented the courses perfectly — each pour was intentional and enhanced the entire experience.

The space itself is cozy yet elevated, and what really made the night special was the husband-and-wife duo who own and run the restaurant. Their kindness, passion, and personal touch radiate through every detail — you can tell they truly love what they do.

Monte is easily one of Salt Lake’s most special dining...

I had the pleasure of dining at Monte, and it was truly unforgettable. The pop-up dinner concept was not only unique, but executed flawlessly. Every dish was a work of art—visually stunning and bursting with flavor. The presentation was elevated and thoughtful. You could feel the care and passion in every detail. Monte isn’t just a dinner—it’s a full sensory experience. The team is incredibly thoughtful about every element: the lighting, the music, the atmosphere—all of it works together to create something truly special. If you’re a foodie looking for something intimate, creative, and memorable in Salt Lake, I can’t recommend it enough....