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    The Dodo Restaurant

    3.9 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    THE DODO RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Spinach salad with avocado and Black Cherry Mojito
    Daisy R.

    I wanted to update my review since I feel like I took better food pics this time and just overall, enjoyed everything!! I treated myself to a fun lunch at the bar! It was kinda crowded, I was on my own and I was ordering a drink anyway, so I figured why not!! I had a refreshing Vienna Lager and the Garden Sandwich on toasted sourdough!! This is by far the best sandwich I've ever had!! The bread was nice and crispy and the inside of the sandwich was gooey, so for me it was the perfect combination!! I always enjoy coming here, but I think today was my favorite meal and experience!! I need to dine here more often!!

    Honey Baked Salmon
    Abby V.

    The dodo had great service. By the time my glass was half full, the server, Tyler, would bring out my next drink. He knew the menu and specials well and gave great dessert recommendations. The place is well kept with a modern yet also rustic look. Could come in a nice outfit or coming from errands. I got the honey baked salmon and the pesto sauce was delicious. The salmon was a little dry but by no means bad. The vegetables I was expecting a little more freshness but they were still good. My partner got the pulled pork quesadilla and it was a lot of food for a good price. Their dessert menu was the best. We split the chocolate raspberry pie and the banana pie. Both were surprisingly light and not extremely sugary. One pie is enough for two and some leftover to enjoy at home. Would come back again for a family dinner or celebration with friends.

    Jo M.

    Visited this restaurant during the week, it wasn't very crowded. Bar was empty. The bartender was extremely friendly. The food came out quickly and tasted great! The clam chowder special was made with rosemary which was an amazing twist. I also had a pie slice and it was amazing! And so big! The restaurant had lot of options for seating areas. There is parking lot behind the restaurant with plenty of parking.

    Pinot noir
    Kimo K.

    Dodo is always a great spot for dinner, and even though it was busy, we lucked out and got seated right away. Our server was fantastic, taking the time to explain all the specials and making us feel welcome. We started with the artichoke pie, which came with a wonderful lemon aioli--super tasty and surprisingly filling! I had the ginger sauce stir-fry with shrimp, and it was delicious but so generous that I couldn't finish it. My other half had the Greek pasta salad topped with grilled salmon, and the salmon was perfectly cooked--tender, flavorful, and just right. We kicked off the meal with a Pinot Noir, which paired beautifully with everything. We were too full for dessert, but there were so many tempting options--next time, I'm definitely trying the Black Forest cheesecake! One little detail I love--their Dodo logo on the menu. It's such a fun, quirky touch. We've been here many times, and while there's usually a wait (because it's just that good), every now and then, we get lucky with a quick seat. Either way, it's always worth it. Highly recommend!

    Birthday lunch w/Mama!!
    Noah W.

    Great food, great service, although a little long in the tooth with the wait times. Ambiance is nice, this place reminds me a lot of the old McCool's in Foothill - like a ski town college bar. The banana cream pie is the easy highlight, so definitely send your way over for a slice.

    Peanut butter pie tasted like Reese's pieces! Fantastic!
    Tony C.

    Probably my favorite meal in Salt Lake City. The service was fantastic, the food delicious, the portions were great. Our server Tessa Mae(?) was awesome. She gave us great recommendations that were just hit after hit. The honey baked salmon was slightly sweet and went really well with the flavor of the salmon. The juices flavored the rice and vegetables, too. My fiancée ordered the vegetarian ravioli with 3 different fillings. Mushroom, asparagus, and I forget the third but it was green. The artichoke dip was warm and delicious on the warm buttered bread. The desserts are a must have. We couldn't finish so we took it home, but we knew we had to try two. The peanut butter pie tasted like Reese's Pieces, one of my favorite treats as a kid. The caramel sauce for the banana cream cheesecake was fantastic. Our server recommended it to go with coffee and gave us a container to go for our coffee the next morning. She was wonderfully attentive and fun to talk to. The restaurant was comfortable and uniquely laid out in two staggered floors. The booth we sat in was comfortable and wasn't too noisy. The lower level has the chalkboard with the list of desserts. There is outside seating which had a longer wait when we visited, which I don't blame anyone for choosing on a warm spring evening like the one we had when we visited. I highly recommend the Dodo if you're in Salt Lake City.

    Banana cream pie
    Lilly K.

    I have loved coming here for years! A perfect spot when you want a little fancier of a dinner but not break the bank fancy. There's never too long of a wait unless you go for brunch which is the best in the summer when the outdoor patio is open! I love the cajun chicken alfredo (add broccoli so delicious) and truly nothing beats their desserts. The banana cream pie with caramel salt will always satisfy my sweet tooth. They also have a bunch of toll house pies as well.

    Gorgonzola Pasta special
    Dan S.

    The Dodo, a long time SLC staple. I remember taking dates here in Highschool and College, and coming late ish just for desserts. The locations were different back then but much is the same. My wife and I both had pastas mine was the Blackened Cajun chicken, really good with excellent flavor. But similar to others I've had for less. 5/5 Side Caesar salad. 4/5 My wife had the Chicken Gorgonzola pasta special, with pine nuts and sun dried tomatoes. It was even better than the Cajun pasta. 5/5 Waitress was very friendly, taking pride in her job and telling us they take their service serious here. So why four stars instead of five. The prices are very high. $20 for sandwiches and pasta dishes. It was $65 for both of us with no appetizers and one soda.

    Crab Benedict
    Farhat K.

    Just starting off, the food was basic but solid. However, it's very overpriced. For a smallish turkey sandwich with an okay French onion soup, it was over $21 which is bananas. My wife's crab Benedict had way too much sauce which was overkill. The best thing was the free coconut and pineapple muffins they gave us before the meal. They were moist and pretty tasty. This is a pretty old spot in SLC it seems so the decor is kinda outdated. Our server was super nice and checked up on us. The manager also checked up on us which is nice. They def care but in terms of food and price, I wouldn't go for a second visit.

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    Expensive but good. Beef stroganoff is awesome. Save room for Banana Cream Pie with hot caramel sauce. Yum

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    Food always good. Super friendly servers. Wish they took reservations. Always a wait. Best deserts anywhere.

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    Food was mediocre and the prices are outrageous for what you get. Sadly I won't be back because the vibe is actually nice.

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    Great find in Sugarhouse. Loved the food, atmosphere and service. We were in SLC for 2 days and went twice.

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