Absolutely love this spot. A bit hidden on the west side next to the tracks but what an amazing place to grab some ramen. The big win for me is the gluten free ramen, which is hard to come by!! There are also vegan/vegetarian options. Good variety of non-ramen food too -- the mabo tofu is another go to for me, chip salad was a pleasant surprise, and their drink options are phenomenal. Can't go wrong with a lemon Chu Hi, a rare find in SLC!! We have been multiple times, can't get enough. read more

I am not overstating when I say this may be our new favorite restaurant in SLC! The food - DELICIOUS, every dish was so good! - Whipped tofu is a must get - The classic ramen was so flavorful, hearty, and comforting. A big bowl of food but it was cleaned dry before we left! - The chashu don was a delightful mix of tiny pieces of salty, fatty, crispy pork, hot rice, cold vinegar pickle slices - The sundae was my least favorite but still delicious! I just don't love matcha flavor. We still downed the whole thing! The service - The restaurant was packed on a Friday, we got on the waitlist and had a lovely walk around the neighborhood. - Once seated, you order yourself from a QR code. It took literally TWO MINUTES from when we ordered to getting our whipped tofu, and the other dishes were also a short wait, which I was not expecting with how busy they were!! - They refilled our water, gave us updates on when our food would come out, and had really great service overall! The vibes - I loved sitting at the bar, with the warm wood, green tile backing, view into the kitchen, and nice music playing in the background. read more

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The hype is definitely real. when you arrive you may encounter a line out the door waiting to be seated, and for good reason. arrived at 5 as they opened and the restaurant quickly filled up. when you sit down, you just scan a QR code to order, this is also how you pay. which was really nice if you're in a group. makes paying a breeze, and also love that if you want to order more you can quickly do so from your phone. now to the food. probably some of the best ramen i have had in the valley. the broth was insanely flavorful and the noodles were so good. we also got some gyoza and the filling was so good. tldr. good food and arrive early to avoid a wait. read more

Finally got the whipped tofu after seeing all the raving reviews about it. Its fantastic! Its so light, refreshing and tasty!! Also the summer tsukemen was amazing! Great lemon flavor and we came back twice in a week read more

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Venture off the beaten path for some delicious ramen at Koyote. It's a charming location and the exterior gives off Japanese village vibes; worth the potential hassle of having to find street parking nearby. The classic ramen was excellent, it had a great broth and LOTS of noodles. I couldn't make it through the whole bowl, but not for lack of trying. We also got shishito peppers to start, and the dish was okay. The peppers were interesting, with a smoky taste, but I didn't love the creamy sauces pooling under the peppers, and felt they were a bit overdressed with all the garnishes on top. Service was strange with the Toast app, ordering and paying through your phone -- cheapened the experience in my opinion, made it felt like more of a conveyor belt than a nice dining experience. Overall worth checking out for great ramen, see if you can come at a less busy time so that the meal doesn't feel too hectic or rushed. read more

Koyote - Shishito peppers - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Well done Japanese food. The flavor of the curry, ramen broth (American shoyu) were amazing. The gyoza and karaage were also very good. I thought the meats were a little dry in both the curry and ramen, and the noodles were a tad harder than I would've liked. I know the whipped tofu is well known, but it didn't taste like much to me and I just preferred the scallion pancakes on the side. The rice was well cooked. Easy enough to walk in with a group of three for lunch on a Friday. You order and checkout through a QR code, and then the food comes to you. read more

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I can't seem to find the hibachi chicken pics we had, but a good place for sushi and just about anything on the menu. Never disappointed when I go here. Always seems really fresh. Servers are always nice. And the place is usually busy and I can see why. Great atmosphere. read more

Koyote - Pickled veggies Gyoza - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Super good ramen. We shared the Tantan and a brown butter ramen (although I had a hard time finding that one online after we went there?) The TanTan was 10/10 I would 100% order that again and honestly probably will next time I go. The brown butter one tasted straight like butter and salt. Not my fav. They sat us outside with heaters and it was very cozy and warm. Service was great and we will be going back! read more

Koyote - Brown butter ramen - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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So impressed! First time we came here, we had the daily ramen and another version that I've forgotten the name of. They were brilliant. I added on chili crisp and that was delicious, too. I had a pint of the draft and I'll definitely do that again The second time we visited, we had the mackerel and sake don, this was also a very enjoyable meal. The ube matcha is a real treat as well. There's good reason for Koyote to be busy every meal. And our servers were excellent read more

the food here was super good and surpassed any stigma I had of slc and asian food! the whipped tofu dish will live in my mind rent free forever!! loved everything except for the wings honestly. read more

Koyote - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Incredibly delicious ramen, and generous portions! Places often skimp on the jewel of the show - noodles. In addition, 2 of our party of 5 prefer gluten free, and they were delicious! Best ramen in a while, and I definitely have high standards! read more

I visited Koyote with a group of ten. We really appreciated ordering at the table. You set up a group order and then each person puts in the dishes they want. You can do separate checks at the end or split it like you want. I had the brown butter miso ramen, and added wontons and baby bok choy. This dish was delicious but did need a little heat so I got some chili oil to add. Everyone at the table also enjoyed what they ordered. I can't wait to come back and try something else. Service was great and even though it's a newer place it has the feel of an old familiar restaurant. I did notice the menu online is different than the menu you scan at the table, which makes it a little hard to preview all the dishes ahead of time. read more

Koyote - Brown butter miso ramen - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Food Quality: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Don't Skip On: The Tsukemen, whipped tofu, and melon cream soda Koyote is pretty high up there on my list of ramen places to eat. They have been consistently delivering tasty food and a great experience! If you haven't been here before, not that this isn't your traditional restaurant. While there are servers here, you order your food through the website provided via a QR code. Once the order is placed, your food is delivered to your table. You can also choose to keep your tab open or close depending on if you want more food or drinks. I absolutely love their tsukemen and highly recommend it. This is not your typical ramen that most people know of, and allows for you to dip each bite of noodles into a sauce to keep things from getting too soggy too fast. Their broth and ramen noodles were on point !! Also, don't skip on the whipped tofu. Sounds weird, I know, but it's SO good. Also do yourself a favor and get the melon cream soda. You wont regret it. The restaurant was well kept and the pricing was very reasonable. Definitely recommended for anyone liking for ramen! read more

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I was traveling through SLC and was given a tip about Koyote and went out on a limb to check it out. A non-touristy place that I was lucky to find. It was towards the end of the evening so they were winding so my wait time to be seated was pretty light (~5 minutes). I was starving when I arrived so I immediately ordered an app of the shipped tofu. This is a creamy and smooth dip with garlic and sesame and topped with chili "crips". The dish was great but I could have eaten my weight of the chili crisps. For my main entree I stayed basic and ordered the classic ramen bowl and extra chili crips. The ramen had tons and tons of flavor with hearty noodles. Once I added the chili crips it was a bowl of magical sunshine and was perfect on a colder day. Hands down a great find and one that you will have to know it's there as it might now be so obvious. read more

I've been here twice now and gotten the tonkatsu tsukemen both times and loved it. I like a bit of spice, so when ordering with the QR code I always make sure to request a side of spice. Highly recommend doing the same and topping it on your noodles! Service is attentive, friendly, and helpful. As mentioned, you order using the QR code on the table and should expect to get your food within 10-15 minutes. Ambiance is clean, modern, and cozy. We went on a summer evening and were a bit surprised of how hot it was inside. We would've appreciated a tiny bit more air conditioning haha. read more

Koyote - Tonkotsu tsukemen (dipping ramen) with side of spice - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Delish! Order at the table through your phone which is easy and convenient. Our appetizers came out quickly and entrees followed in a timely manner. We had the daily Otoshi (pickled vegetables), whipped tofu (WHAT?! soooo good!), Chashu-don, Tantan-men Ramen, Gluten free Shio Ramen, and American Shoyu. We tried the Miso-Napalm because we all love spice - it's not that spicy but adds some great flavor to the broth. The only suggestion from our table was for the Tantan-men - maybe an option for less noodles and more veggies. Service was great and we will definitely be back. read more

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Come for the ramen, come back for the apps Ordering and payment is done through QR code which is so quick and efficient. The ramen is fine - definitely a step up from many places in SLC but the apps are where it's at. Whipped Tofu - INCREDIBLE!!! Think hummus, but smoother and creamier. And the chili crunch they use on top is so good. And it comes with scallion pancakes!! (Or bread for brunch) Kaisen Don - yummmmm, I love fish over rice and this did not disappoint. They also have great vegan options for any plant based eaters out there! read more

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definitely my go to ramen spot in slc! the japanese pancake with the tofu dip was so delicious and the ramen was savory and flavorful. add it to your list for winter dinners! read more

Koyote - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Fun to venture up to the Capitol/Hill Marmalade district to try the very buzzy Koyote. We pulled up just before it opened for dinner and there were already multiple parties waiting for the doors to open. Once inside, we admired the wood paneling, cozy booths, bright pops of color, and sprinkles of western decor. When the weather warms up, there is a spacious patio for alfresco dining. What we ordered: Whipped Tofu - Who knew I just needed whipped tofu in my life - with house-made chili crisps and plant-based mapo chili (that made me actually question if I ordered meat) plus scallion pancakes to dip and wipe the bowl clean. I'll be thinking of this dish for a long time. Hot Sake - This is a popular vending machine sake in Japan that I hadn't tried before. Sometimes hot sake on a cold Utah night just hits the spot. American Shoyu Ramen - Classic clear chicken and pork stock with straight egg noodles, smoked brisket, a soft-boiled egg, and bamboo shoots. Vegetarian Tatanmen Ramen - I wasn't aware that Koyote offered so many plant-based vegetarian options and hot dang, plant-based meats have come a long way! This sesame broth was so rich and spicy and creamy I definitely thought there was meat involved in its process. Instead of ground pork it was topped with plant-based mapo chili. Paired with the wavy Sapporo style noodles (vegan!), I was one happy customer. Perfectly cooked soft-boiled egg, green onions, scallions, and baby bok choy rounded out the dish. I did feel the entire plate was a bit overly salted but that is my only note. There is a lot of attention paid to diverse offerings - gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian are all clearly labeled and easy to customize. And a $7 kid ramen is a nice nod to the family-friendliness this city is known for. Service is - quirky. Friendly host seated us, then instructed us to scan the QR code and order from the Toast-operated online menu. Not my favorite type of restaurant interaction, but efficient. Drinks and food were brought out in a nicely-paced manner and they did check on us a couple of times, but there wasn't a lot more face-to-face time than that. I can understand that for a lunch stop, but as Koyote bills itself as a more upscale date-night destination, I'd appreciate a more service-oriented approach. All that said, I've got no complaints about more authentic Japanese establishments popping up in SLC. I will tell everyone about the whipped tofu and can't wait to return to try their other fares. read more

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I noticed this restaurant existed a few weeks ago when I was doing my daily walks. So I finally made time to dine here last week with my friend and I'm so happy we did. Also, it's only less than a 5 min walk, so it's def another reason for me to come back again. Parking can be found in the residential streets. There are ample. There are seating outdoor and indoor. We sat indoor across from the bar since the outdoor was full. The place is cute, spacious, clean, and slightly dimmed. We sat at the booth, which fit perfectly. It was quite packed that day and luckily they were able to squeeze us in without any reservations. You order from the QR code and then submit the order when you're ready. The staffs will bring out the food and drinks for you. We ordered the popular whipped tofu, salmon bowl, and gyozas. All were good, but our fav was the whipped tofu. Surprisingly, we were really full given the fact they are appetizers. Also, we ordered the horchata cocktail and it was surprisingly good, too. I'm not a big fan of horchata, but it had the right balance. I'm definitely coming back to try their ramen and order the whipped tofu again. Hoping next time to dine outdoors. read more

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The food here was really good, especially the ramen. Probably some of the best ramen I've had in SLC and the ambiance and vibe were cool. What I didn't particularly like about this place: You order from a QR code (so there's basically no service, not even bringing extra water when the bottle on the table runs out) but are still expected to tip. I think everything is overpriced. $8 for 4 gyoza, while delicious, is on the expensive side. Ramen portions are relatively small. The quality and taste was excellent, but for the price I would have expected more food. I would definitely go again if I was in the area, but I wouldn't order appetizers and drinks (although beer prices were very reasonable) and I wouldn't go here if I was really hungry. read more

Koyote - The Classic Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Man, their Ramen is so good. A very upscale Ramen spot in Salt Lake City hard to find. The service is great easy self ordering on a QR code. Literally, you could pull out your phone and just order from there and catch checkout. If you're looking for a dope Ramen spot and there's only a few few I highly recommend checking them out. read more

Koyote - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Food was amazing. Fresh and large portions. The beef was super tender, broth had great flavor, and noodles were perfectly done. A host seats you but you order and pay online. Not a lot of interaction with the servers. Food was prepared quickly though and came out hot. Casual modern interior. Quiet restaurant. read more

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This place was delicious everything was tasteful from the appetizers, Ramen, and Saki. Con for here though is plan on waiting a long time for a table. We were told 30 min and waited an hour. Once we were sat they rushed us because they closed at 9 instead of respecting our time in return!. I'm not a fan of restaurants that do this especially when they take so long to seat you. read more

Koyote - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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The whipped tofu was great, just like everyone says. We also had gyoza, karaage wings, and extra scallion pancakes, all of which were solid choices. Rice on Rice was a fun cocktail, and the Koyote beer was a solid house brew. The ramen itself was just okay. We tried variations of classic and brown butter, and while the broth was seasoned, it wasn't the kind you want to drink down after your noodles. The noodles were fine, but the meat wasn't a favorite. The egg, however, was excellent--perfectly marinated and definitely the highlight of the bowl. Service was a little chaotic, with all of our orders having some mix-up, even the ones with no modifications. Ordering is done through a QR code to the Toast app, where everyone can add to one bill, which was a little confusing at first. They have WiFi, but I didn't ask for the password since the staff was busy running around. The restaurant was packed, giving it a lively atmosphere, though it did make service feel a little rushed. I wanted to try dessert but was way too full. I'd come back for the appetizers and maybe give the vegetarian ramen a shot since I've heard good things, but I won't set my expectations too high. read more

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This ramen was really delicious! The broth was flavorful, the noodles were cooked perfectly and the egg was perfectly medium boiled. The atmosphere makes you feel like you're in Japan with the decor, staff and spot on food. Some of the best ramen I've had! read more

Koyote - The Classic - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Went to Koyote last night with my husband and sister-in-law after hearing about it forever and wow, totally worth the hype! We all got different ramen (black tea salmon, Tantanmen, and I had the Tsubasa) and every bowl was amazing. We sat at the bar, service was great! Super tasty, cozy vibes, and definitely my new go-to ramen spot in SLC. Can't wait to go back! read more

Koyote - Tantan-men (Ve) - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Overall a solid ramen spot and great ambiance! Staff is super friendly and the service was top notch. I got the butter miso ramen and added the brisket to try both of their protein options. I respect the fusion idea but bbq brisket just doesn't go well with ramen in my personal opinion. I'd skip on that next time. The butter miso broth is very good, super rich and has great depth of flavor! I tried my friend's shoyu style broth and that was also pretty good. I prefer the butter miso broth out of the two. The noodles were great, good amount of thickness and perfect chew. The chashu and egg had good flavor. The only cons were the toppings being cold and the broth was not hot enough (probably partly from the cold toppings). Especially on a cold night post snowboarding, I was really looking forward to the hot broth! read more

Koyote - Butter Miso Ramen w/ Added Brisket - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

this place was super nice environment and setting! the way they take order is kind of odd but it wasn't bad just different. the food was great! we got wings as appetizers and they where amazing along with the thai curry ramen! those are the two things that stuck out to me the most but i got the daily and it was still so good. read more

Koyote - The Daily - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

This ramen spot is such a good find. It is definitely a neighborhood gem. Once seated, you order online and the food is brought to your table. Plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. We ordered plant-based gyoza, Shioyaki Saba, the Mabo tofu, the whipped tofu and the classic ramen. The gyoza was super tasty and you won't miss the meat. The Shioyaki Saba, the mackerel was cooked so well. I could eat that every day and be happy. The whipped tofu was so creamy. I would never have guessed that it was tofu. The Mabo tofu was also very good. Finally the ramen was warm and very filling. Everything was great. I highly recommend this place. read more

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This place rocked my socks! We tried the gyoza, whipped tofu, and my main dish was the Deluxe Chashu-Don and it was heaven, the pork was particularly tasty. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the vibe of the place was so fun! They have indoor and outdoor seating, outdoor seating was a heated space so it was very comfortable. Would highly recommend this spot and can't wait to go back! read more

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The food, vibes and service were all amazing! We got the curry, American Ramen and a matcha latte and it was all delicious. The curry was so flavorful and it felt like being transported back to Japan. The ramen had the perfect bite and the brisket was perfectly cooked. The matcha was so creamy and sweet that even my partner liked it (he normally says matcha tastes like grass!) The interior is beautiful and all our waiters were friendly and went above and beyond to help out. Overall, amazing spot, I can't wait to come back! read more

I've been following Koyote for a long, long time on Instagram, salivating over the pics of their ramen, and I figured it was time to give them a shot when Tan France from Queer Eye posted about their food. Don't need to tell me twice, Tan! We came on a Saturday night around 5:45 and it was popping! We had a group of five so our projected wait time was around 30 - 45 minutes. No big deal -- happy to wait for yummy food. We were added to the waitlist but about 15 minutes later, we received a text message that we had been removed. In a panicked state, we called about this and were promptly added back, but we couldn't track our wait status anymore, so we were told we'd be given a phone call when a table to accommodate our size was ready. As our wait time crept closer to 1 hour, we checked back in and were told that the folks at the two large tables were done eating and were just hanging around. Shortly after that call, one of the tables left and we were seated. I love that you order straight from your table and manage your tab without referring to a dedicated waiter/waitress. Felt very much like some of the shops my partner and I have eaten at in Japan. We ordered the pork gyoza, whipped tofu with extra scallion pancakes (a must order!), one dipping ramen, a butter ramen, and a classic ramen. We were impressed with how tasty the food was, but our ramen bowls did take quite a bit to come out after the two appetizers. The food was so good that our 8 month old kept demanding more of everything we were eating. She especially loved the marinated egg and scallion pancakes. I docked a star because of how loud the restaurant was, and it wasn't just the conversation level from other tables but the music's volume. It felt like we had to shout a bit across the table to talk to one another. Other than that, this is now one of my top five fave restaurants IN SLC. read more

Koyote - Butter ramen - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Koyote is hands-down one of the most exciting additions to Salt Lake's food scene. Yes, it's on the pricier side - but the quality, creativity, and overall experience make it absolutely worth it. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance: modern and stylish, but still warm and inviting. It's got that "special night out" feel without being overly formal - a vibe that's both relaxed and refined. The standout for me? The whipped tofu. I wasn't expecting to be blown away by something so simple, but it was smooth, silky, and rich, perfectly balanced with layers of texture and umami that made it feel indulgent yet light. The Brown Butter Miso Ramen was next level. Decadent and deeply flavorful, the broth is luxurious without being heavy-rich and savory with a deep, nutty finish from the brown butter. Easily one of the best bowls of ramen l've had in Salt Lake. The Chashu-Don deserves serious love too. The pork was melt-in-your-mouth tender with a perfect char, laid over a bowl of rice that soaked up all that flavor like a dream. It's comfort food, elevated. If you're looking for a place that delivers on quality and isn't afraid to push culinary boundaries, Koyote is it. Just know you're paying for that level of craft - and in my opinion, it's money well spent. read more

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So I may not be the top expert in ramen dishes or have a ton of experience...but for what it's worth, I've been here twice and I say that it's the best ramen that I have ever had. On top of that, the appetizers and drinks are interesting enough that dinner turns into a fun extravaganza on your tastebuds. With exquisite flavor combinations and soju to wash it all down, your experience at Koyote will be nothing less than delectable. Get there before the crowd does as it gets busy quick! read more

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Went a second time and it was much better! You can order through a waiter or their system, you can have a paper menu if you want instead of scanning it, aaaand you can request the spice level of your ramen! You can request the chili oil on the side for the tantanmen. That was a game changer! What's more, the tofu item pictured is not as spicy this time so it was just right! The brisket and rice dish was delicious. And always an inviting ambiance. Def going back. read more

Koyote - Mobu Mabo tofu - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Great food by two Chefs that have the experience and knowhow to run this restaurant. Food was outstanding the Toast ordering system while a little unnerving at first is a welcome respite from the server system and will your server be good, bad, fugly or just clingy. All the food was very good including the whipped tofu, Salmon dish and Tsukemen as well as the Sake selection where you can get it traditional or warm gaijan style. read more

Food is A+! Service is outstanding although be aware they get super busy so sometimes wait times are long. Parking can be tough (because they are busy!). Ambience is great. This place is awesome read more

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I think I enjoyed the experience of this place more than the food. I haven't visited a restaurant where the only role the host plays is to hand you the food. Once seated, you just use your phone to scan the barcode and order from there. It opens a tab that you can keep adding to until you're done. My coworker and I sat along the long bar that faces the kitchen which is full of appliances that I couldn't tell were decorative or actually used for food prep. I just had the classic ramen omitting chashu following the menu's suggestion to add wontons. They don't offer a tonkotsu broth here, just the shoyu based one. Never been a huge fan of clear broths unless you start talking kitakata or saimin to me. It's a tad too salty and I feel awful leaving someone's hard work sitting in the bottom of the bowl waiting to be poured down the sink. The rest of the ingredients were pretty high quality. Noodles were al dente and perfectly good. I also enjoyed the marinated egg and the way they fancied up the green onions. :) The wonton were tiny and not particularly flavorful. Better to go with more noodles. That, if I end up returning here. If you work the airport and stay at a hotel, this place is a little out of the way. I'd probably try a different place if we get the opportunity. The big plus of this place is that it's great for solo eaters because you just sit down, order, eat, pay online and go. read more

Koyote - Shoyu ramen with additional won tons and no chashu - Ramen Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Authentic Japanese food and experience in SLC. Everything was delicious. We definitely over ordered and had to take food home. Gluten free options were excellent as well. Extensive menu has quite the variety. The only issue I had was ordering and paying from the QR code on my phone. But you know it's good when Japanese people were lined up to get in upon opening. We will definitely be back. read more