Vessel Kitchen

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Healthy and affordable meals! I got the tuna poke and had to save the other half for another meal, because they're sizable portions. There's plenty of seating, and it was a very family-friendly place. I love how the takeout containers are within reach. Funny how they knew people would need them because of the size of their plates/bowls. read more

Vessel Kitchen - POKE TUNA (T, G, S, SE) - Comfort Food Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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We were craving something healthy and filling, and decided to get some Vessel Kitchen! The poke bowl was incredible and super balanced. The fish was fresh and I felt super nourished after eating it. The only downside was that it took a really long time to get our food. We were waiting for about half an hour to get our takeout. read more

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Bristol L.

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I had a group lunch with my team delivered from Uber Eats from this restaurant. It was actually my first time trying it and they had a lot of healthy options. I opted for the hash hash. Which comes with braised beef, sweet potatoes, and feta cheese. Personally, it was a little too sweet for me. I'd prefer more of a savory flavor. My coworker, however really enjoyed the dish. I will say the portion sizes are very big. I was able to split mine between two people. read more

Vessel Kitchen - HASH HASH (D, S, E) - Comfort Food Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed the food. I ordered the Pioneer Bowl, and the shredded chicken was really flavorful and well done. Service was pretty quick, which was a plus. One downside was that there were several tables that were dirty when we got there (maybe just a busy time?). Overall, a solid fast-casual spot with a nice interior and good food. I'll be back! read more

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Sierra W.

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I went to one location in Salt Lake and it was SPECTACULAR! THE BRUSSELS SPROUTS WERE TOP TEIR!! The one in Draper is ight but it has burnt brussel sprouts :/ read more

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Emma W.

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I loved the design of this building, such care was taken with the details. It was also super clean and orderly. The drawback for me was that the menu board's font was way too small. To be said, there are some printed menus in a little container of the wall but I didn't see that at first. I ordered the Hash Hash, looking to try something new. I haven't had horseradish in awhile and it was a good reminder that less is more. I did love the braised beef and pickled onion-so delish! I would say that the service was just okay. Efficient but not very polite or welcoming. read more

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Michael S.

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Haven't been here in a while and I don't remember it being so dirty. All of the serving utensils are either half in the uncovered food or has leftover bits that are left out to get to room temperature, which is definitely how food borne pathogens are spread. Not only that, no one is using gloves so when they grab the food, they place the contaminated tongs back inside where the food is, again another vector of pathogen transmission. Might as well be using their hands. For a "health food" joint I find it to be quite ironic. read more

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Vessel is everything you could want in a fast casual spot - convenient, flavorful, healthy, satisfying, and reasonably priced. What more could you ask for? The only con is that sometimes it's too filling and a bit heavy depending on how hungry I am (I'm not complaining) - but that always means a great leftover meal! I don't usually feel compelled to write reviews for fast casual restaurants, but over the years, my appreciation for Vessel has only grown. Especially when I pass by the airport location, I think, How lucky are the travelers flying through SLC to have this as an option? I just wish Vessel were at airports I connect through - it would be such a no-brainer decision for me. read more

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One of the best restaurants I've passed through this past year. Everything is truly fantastic. If you favor spice, the ginger habanero salsa which they charge extra for is well worth it. It's $1, so it's almost free. It is freshly made with ample ginger daily. WOW! One ramekin of this spicy add-on is almost not enough. Some people might find themselves drinking it. Lolzsies. Kidding not kidding. Really remarkable and worth coming back for alone. Sorry for the fork on dish photo, I clearly got ahead of myself. Located at 9th and 9th or as I call the area, the nines. Vessel Kitchen is THE place to take your tastebuds..."to the nines"...as the old expression goes. :) read more

Vessel Kitchen - OMG Habanero Ginger. Mashers. Falafel. Kale Caesar. - Comfort Food Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Samantha G.

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After spending days around Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming trying to find a healthy alternative to the fried foods and pizzas around, we finally came across Vessel Kitchen! The food was so delicious and was absolutely refreshing during our week of garbage dieting. Service was friendly, and the ambiance was beautiful. I loved the high ceilings, big windows, and bright interiors. The restaurant was clean and welcoming! read more

Vessel Kitchen - Chicken and grains (top) and mac and cheese (bottom) - Comfort Food Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Sam A.

Thank you so much Samantha. We pride ourselves on our healthy menu,…

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Debbie L.

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Was pleasantly surprised by the amazing menu. Great staff and service. The food....well.... YUM! we ordered the Uncle Rico, Utah Hash, and cucumber salad. Good portions and very tasty. Perfect location as it is a fantastic walking neighborhood. read more

Vessel Kitchen - Utah Hash , Cucumber salad, Uncle Rico - Comfort Food Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Emily A.

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I knew this place was popular, but I figured it did not live up to the hype boy was I wrong. I wish I ate here earlier on my vacation. The food was absolutely phenomenal. Everything was really well prepared and fresh absolute must try if you're in Salt Lake City. read more

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Luke M.

Hey Emily, thank you so much! We're honored to have exceeded your…

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Isaac R.

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I'm not a salad healthy eater, but this place has good healthy options, but the chicken protein, I just didn't like the taste. It had that strong chicken flavor. read more

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Sam A.

Thanks Isaac. We pride ourselves on our healthy options. And I'm…

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Emily B.

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I was looking for something yummy and healthy on a road trip through Utah to Idaho. Stumbled across Vessel Kitchen and it was delicious. I had the braised beef with coconut rice and cauliflower The team was fast and friendly. Give it a try if you are in the area. read more

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Luke M.

Hey Emily, Thank you for stopping by during your road trip! We’re so…

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David L.

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Food - 5 Service - 5 Value - 5 i was seeking some healthy food in SLC recently and liked Vessel Kitchen so much, I ate here two days in a row! Both times, I got the custom plate...steelhead trout with roasted brussels sprouts and matcha corn one night, and then steelhead trout again with stir-fry cauliflower and smashed avocado. I'd get them all again next time I'm on town too. read more

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Sam A.

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Elaine L.

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There was a glitch on the online order website where Uber eats wasn't able to deliver for 1 hour after the time I requested. I was concerned as I needed 15 orders to fuel our volleyball team before an important match. I called Vessel and had the good fortune of being able to work with Abed. I explained the situation and he took quick action to cancel my online order and inputted all 15 orders with players' names into the system for take out. We picked up the order (after walking 2.2 miles. Abed had water ready for us!!!!! SUPER THOUGHTFUL!) and everything was perfectly labeled. The food was delicious and we won the important match!!!! HUGE thanks to Abed and team for turning around this large order. We are so grateful and look forward to partnering with Vessel again. read more

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Fae H.

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I order the chicken and grains. The boys always order the Cam Rising which is now called something else. The Spicy Thai Broccoli was super yummy and spicy! I always finish off the yummy meal with their large snickerdoodle cookie. read more

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Sam A.

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Kaitlan B.

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I've been going here for years for healthy food options and it never disappoints! They have so many options for you to create a meal or selected meals that are flavorful and defintely filling! One of my go to meals in the Hash Hash and I know why its a fan favorite. I have a lot of friends and family I have brought here and they have all loved all types of food items! I love the clean and modern vibes of the restaurant! it makes your dinning experience a whole lot better! The staff is also very helpful and quick with there service! If you need a quick lunch or just something that is nutritious I highly recommend this place! read more

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Cate R.

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THEY WILL SKIP ON GIVING YOU ITEMS YOU PAID FOR. I ordered a Med bowl with added chicken. They asked if I wanted the chicken instead of the falafel that the bowl comes with and I said no, I want the falafel too and to add chicken for extra. They added the chicken for $7 extra and it was only $5 extra when I went last week with the same order but I was like you know what, it's fine. So the bowl was about $21 total. It took 30 minutes for my bowl to be done. They felt bad and asked if I wanted a drink on the house which was nice. So while it took a while I was not mad about that. What I'm mad about is that they took that long and when I got home and opened my order, they didn't give me falafel. So they charged me $7 for extra protein--which made it pretty pricey--and they didn't give me all the food I had ordered and paid for. And they gave me israeli pico which I had asked not to have, just another side thing. I would've gone back and just asked for the correct order but they had closed for the night by the time I got home. I get the sense they knew the hours were coming to a close and didn't mind putting out something not 100% as ordered read more

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Food wise I was pleasantly suprised, it's well worth the cost in terms of flavor and portion size as well. The menu had a ton to offer and I like the way the place is laid out, it's a clean and simple aesthetic. The service was a bit lacking, I felt like a total nuisance asking for anything, even while putting my order in, but maybe that had more to do with the 6 angry Uber eats drivers staring down the staff relentlessly, I'd be on edge with that too. read more

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Never feel like a nuisance, you are the guys that keep us in our job,…

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I've eaten here a few times and keep coming back for their delicious sweet potato hash, falafels, and well seasoned chicken breast! The quality of the food is amazing and the service is so nice and very quick! I highly suggest this place as a good lunch spot or even a grab-and-go by ordering online which usually is done within 10 minutes of ordering if not quicker. They have great indoor and outdoor seating which has a very cute and fun feel, making it the perfect spot to chat with friends! read more

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Julie P.

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They updated their nutritional guide, and now they are claiming everything has twice as many calories as stated on their site for years. Nothing has changed with the portions or ingredients, they have just re-calculated it and decided to become honest I have been eating twice the calories I thought I was for two days a week for years! Their calories are actually extremely high for supposed to healthy food and most dishes contain soy! read more

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Sarah E.

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Service: staff was very friendly and helpful! I really liked the service. It is not waited service but they bring your food to the table Ambiance: casual with no waited service. Very clean inside and lots of seating. Food: I had a hard time picking what I wanted they had so much good stuff! i ended up getting the Med 7.0 bowl and subbed chicken for the falafel. I hate tomato but the tomato tahini was great! Ir was a very big sized bowl and I had leftovers, and the chicken serving was massive. Loved the couscous and the broccoli the most. Would her it again! read more

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Sam A.

Thank you so much Sarah. We'll see you again soon!

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Karthik S.

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Yalla Falafel Tacos + Peruvian sauce goes= delicious yummy goodness! Highly recommend

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Kym G.

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The food was AMAZING! We got the naan tacos and the Rico bowl. They were very flavorful and filling! We also got a side of the pita bread as well as the cucumber salad. The cashier could have been a little nicer but other than that everything was very good. read more

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Luke M.

Hey Kym, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to…

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Grace D.

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Visiting Salt Lake City, we stopped here to eat. We both wanted something not too heavy and we found it at this restaurant. The place is very nice and clean. The service is quick and friendly. The food is very fresh and different at least from what I'm used to getting. I got a tuna poke bowl and it was sitting on quinoa and couscous with a side of avocado and carrots. Normally, you would think carrots would be kind of weird, but they seem to be pickled in something spicy, which was very tasty and they were cut very thin. The tuna sitting on the couscous and quinoa mix was different and I was glad I wasn't eating the normal rice that you would get on a poke bowl. Very flavorful. My spouse got some sort of meat bowl that came with purple lettuce, black beans, corn, avocado, a good scoop of the meat and was a generous portion. I would definitely go back to try something else when I come back through Salt Lake City! read more

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Luke M.

Hey Grace, Thank you so much for the detailed review! We're so happy…

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Kassie L.

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Wanted to try many things on the menu (everything on the line looked great), but got the med 6.0 bowl (couscous, broccoli, hummus, pico) and subbed a chicken breast for the falafel. The chicken breast was a great size, so juicy, and delish! Overall the bowl had lots of flavors and textures that blended perfectly together. I also got a strawberry macaroon and it was SO GOOD. Reminded me of a strawberry pop tart but like 100x better. Restaurant was very clean and vibey! Workers were super helpful when I was being indecisive about what to get. read more

Vessel Kitchen - Med 6.0 bowl with chicken breast instead of falafel - Comfort Food Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Sam A.

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Corynn B.

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Your go-to spot for healthy fast casual food. Everything I've gotten here is delicious, hearty, and healthy. All of their options are amazing, it's my go-to place when I'm hungry and looking for something healthy that will fill me up without leaving me feeling lethargic or like I ate too much. I've gotten take out from them several times, and have also dined it. It's your classic order at the counter as you go (like a Chipotle or Subway but MUCH better and healthier), and your food is ready by the time you've paid. There's lots of seating and it's always been clean. They have salad options, bowls, wraps, and a variety of protein options. You truly can't go wrong here, everything is yummy! read more

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Wow, I'm blushing, that's so kind, thank you Corynn. We'll see you…

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Channing M.

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We come in here once a week for dinner as a group and it is delicious. The food is really good and pretty healthy. The shredded chicken plate is my fav. Some delish sides: carrots, miso couscous, kale slaw, beets. There are so many options and combinations nearly everyone will be happy when they dine here! read more

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Excellent customer service and food. Very clean. Healthy choices that were also delicious. Appreciate their kid menu offerings. Adults enjoyed the grilled chicken plate and poke plate. Kids enjoyed their plates as well. The sauces were good too. Recommend! read more

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Desirae C.

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We love the location on 9th but parking is limited. We had family in town and took them here, it was perfect. Great food and portions!

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Thank you so much Desirae. The side road parking is a great place to…

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Shaunna G.

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We were so impressed with our experience with Vessel Kitchen! They were fantastic to help me with our retreat lunch plans. The delivery was right on time, the setup great, and the food was delectable. We received so many positive comments that the food "wasn't just the usual fare." Many, many thanks! If you need to plan food and want to wow your crowd, I highly recommend. read more

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Jessica H.

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Quick service. Nice outdoor seating. I got the Hash Hash. I asked if the horseradish crema would be spicy and dude said no... and he was right but it had this intense bite I just didn't like. HOWEVER my friend got the Good N Plenty and holy cow it was delicious. Loved the creamy mashed potatoes and the sauce on the meat and the meat with the potatoes... so good. And it turns out my friend liked my dish! So we switched!! Everyone was happy :) read more

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Glory F.

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Excellent selection of healthy, fresh food! I loved the Thai carrots and couscous but everything we got was great. The portions were generous and we had enough leftovers for another meal. read more

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Thank you for your Glory! We're glad you enjoyed our Thai carrots and…

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Brooke B.

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WOW. So healthy, absolutely delicious and fresh, this is the place to go if you want something healthy in the SLC area. Everything is prepared without seed oils and the food is absolutely delicious. Inside is clean and service is wonderful. Will definitely be back! read more

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Nycole R.

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Just hearing someone say "Brussel sprouts" conjures up up images of a young child sitting at a table distorting their face into a combination of disgust and hatred of the offensive food. But when I saw them on the menu at Vessel Kitchen, I wanted to give this ignominious vegetable a try. I'm. So. Glad. I . Did. Vessel Kitchen knows how to do it right. I didn't feel the need to force myself to pick healthy options; I was delighted to try them. I paired my Brussel sprouts with the lemon roasted chicken breast and mashed potatoes. Everything was impeccable! I loved every bite and found myself looking forward to a return trip to have it all over again...even before I was finished. They also have a lovely patio area for outdoor dining. The evening that I visited happened to be unusually bad weather, so we opted to eat indoors. But I will absolutely return for a delicious meal al fresco. read more

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So happy to have this type of healthy menu in town. Lots of flexibility in how to prepare the bowl. The ingredients were very fresh. The falafel bowl was really good. Super filling. read more

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905 E 900th S
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
9th & 9th, East Central
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(801) 810-1950
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Hours

What time does Vessel Kitchen open?

Vessel Kitchen opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Vessel Kitchen close?

Vessel Kitchen closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday.Vessel Kitchen closes at 10:00 PM on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Wed, Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMThu-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Vessel Kitchen take Bitcoin?

No, Vessel Kitchen does not take Bitcoin.

Does Vessel Kitchen take credit cards?

Yes, Vessel Kitchen takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Vessel Kitchen have catering options?

Yes, Vessel Kitchen does have catering options.

Does Vessel Kitchen have a drive thru?

No, Vessel Kitchen does not have a drive thru.

Does Vessel Kitchen have a happy hour?

Yes, Vessel Kitchen has a happy hour.

Does Vessel Kitchen serve alcohol?

No, Vessel Kitchen does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Vessel Kitchen allow dogs?

Yes, Vessel Kitchen allows dogs.

Does Vessel Kitchen have TVs?

No, Vessel Kitchen does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Vessel Kitchen have bike parking?

Yes, Vessel Kitchen has bike parking.

Does Vessel Kitchen have outdoor seating?

Yes, Vessel Kitchen has outdoor seating options.

Does Vessel Kitchen have parking?

Yes, Vessel Kitchen has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Vessel Kitchen wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Vessel Kitchen is wheelchair accessible.

Does Vessel Kitchen have free WiFi?

Yes, Vessel Kitchen has free WiFi.

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Specialties

At Vessel, we do healthy AND healthy-ish. We have offerings perfect for vegans and vegetarians, both keto and paleo, and we're proud to be one of Utah's only Whole30 Approved restaurants. We also love braised beef and mac & cheese. (Who doesn't love mac & cheese?) Whether you're following a plan or following your heart, Vessel has a choice that celebrates the path you're on. Any restaurant can make you full. Vessel is about feeling better. Honest ingredients. New flavors. Seasonal selections. Enjoy a great meal so you can put your day, and your hunger, in time out. Pause. Refuel. Reconnect. Come as you are, leave feeling renewed and ready for what's next.

History

Established in 2020.

Between a mountain of fast food and a handful of great restaurants out of reach for daily dining, we saw a need for something better. Bright. Clean. Local. Seasonal. Responsible. Flavors from around the world. Upscale vibe and quality at fast casual affordability and convenience.

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4.5(296 reviews)

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I recently had dinner at Oquirrh with a large group of colleagues, and the experience was flawless…read more The service was top-notch--the staff was incredibly friendly and went out of their way to accommodate our group. As for the food? AMAZING. You can tell everything is locally sourced and fresh; every dish was addictively delicious. Pro tip: Do not skip the potatoes (I'm still dreaming about them) or the shishito cocktail! Whether you're looking for an intimate dinner spot or a place for a large gathering, I highly recommend Oquirrh. 10/10.

We had our team dinner at the restaurant last week and 5 days later I'm still DREAMING of my…read moreexperience. The potatoes, steak, even the BREAD and salted butter were 10/10. The service and customer experience was top tier and the ambiance was the perfect mix of comfortable and eclectic (in a good way). I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

1.5 mi•Downtown, Central City

Burrata balsamic cherry zucchini bread

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Berry galette with Nutella ice cream

The Copper Onion

4.2(3.3k reviews)

this is my favorite restaurant in SLC, I recommend the eggs benedict, beef stroganoff, or the…read morespaghetti carbonara, it has the best service and a great environment. infinity stars.

Love the Copper Onion. Took my mother their for Mother's Day and it was a big hit…read more I always suggest the Wagyu Stroganoff, best Stroganoff (5 starts) you'll ever have. My Father tried it and agreed. We also ordered the three sides for $20 and chose all of the vegetable options which my mom loved. She commented how she liked to have all the yummy vegetables. She also ordered the Goat Cheese salad and really enoyed it. I thought the crusted Colliflower (4 stars) was the best, then the asparagus (3 stars) and finally the pees (2 stars). We ended the night sharing the Bread Pudding and cheesecake. I like them both and usually would prefer the bread pudding but the cheesecake with honey on top was amazing, so creamy (5 stars). The bread pudding was really small and just okay (3 stars). Great experience as usual. Service is always very good and sitting out on the patio was amazing, perfect weather. Some street noise but that doesn't bother me.

0.1 mi•9th & 9th, East Liberty Park, East Central

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Cocktail

East Liberty Tap House

3.8(376 reviews)

Great food, great vibe, beautiful patio, I've been coming here for years but... What happened to…read morethe chopped salad?!?! Best thing on the menu and now it's gone??? Bring it back please!

A solid spot for good beer and a relaxed atmosphere. The beer selection is varied and well-curated,…read morewith plenty of options for craft beer lovers. The food is tasty and pairs well with the drinks. The space is welcoming and casual, though it can get a little busy and loud at peak times. Service was friendly and helpful, making it an overall enjoyable experience. Definitely a great place to hang out with friends or grab a casual meal. Also fun to sit outside during the summer.

1.5 mi•Downtown, Central City

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Franklin Ave. Cocktails & Kitchen

4.6(513 reviews)

Locally owned & operated

Outdoor seating

What a wonderful place! The food was simply artistic and the drinks phenomenal!…read more Great service from the moment you walk in!! Can't wait to come back

I have been to Franklin twice now, and my experience across both visits has been good, pleasant,…read morejust not outstanding. I love tartare, and ordered it for my first visit here. I love an inventive twist on almost any dish, but I do not enjoy tartare on a pave as much as I do on a traditional crostini, or even a potato chip. You need something with a harder, crispier texture to balance the softness of raw beef. Flavor and presentation were great, just a personal preference. My dining companions both got pasta. My cousin loves her bolognese, my husband was lukewarm about his pasta as well, due to the sauce being on the thinner side. Again, flavor on point, just a personal texture preference. For the second visit, two of us got dishes featuring their steak. We both ordered medium rare, and the steak was medium well done. It was of excellent quality, just cooked too far. The ambiance is beautiful and the service is always very informative.

1.1 mi•Central City, Downtown

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Roux SLC

4.4(101 reviews)

Amazing food. Literally AMAZING. Farm to table and you can taste it. Everything was so flavorful…read moreand amazing. As foodies, we were super impressed and happy. Ambiance is super intimate which we loved and the service was great. The beet salad was my fav!!!!

My cousin and I were excited to attend Roux. We had walked past the restaurant on several occasions…read moreand last night we finally found the right occasion to walk in. Upon entering, the evening seemed promising. The ambiance was moody and intimate, the host was astute and welcoming, and the tile work was beautiful. As the night wore on, however, things slowly stopped adding up to a delicious dining experience. The first thing was the waitress. Apparently the host was also the waitress... and the bartender... and the busser - not that you would know it because of how attentive she was, but shortly after getting our small plates I mentioned to my cousin that I hadn't seen any other person working in the restaurant. While I knew that couldn't be true, I was facing into the restaurant and I only ever saw two other men casually saunter out from the kitchen, look around, and saunter back. No one looked excited to be working there, but the two men who appeared from the kitchen gave me no sense of urgency or purpose, only just that they were extremely bored. The second thing that didn't add up was the Farm to Table narrative. As our Swiss Army Server (thanks for that one, Dimitri) was opening up our wine and recommending dishes, I asked where the farm was located. Apparently, the farm is located in California, and this "farm" owns several other "Farm to Table" restaurants... hmmm... When it came to ordering, we were instructed to order all of our dishes upfront, but that they would come out in courses... While things rolled out like that, the way we were required to order and the way our food came out gave the distinct impression that they weren't dishes being made to order - only delivered to the table in such a way as to give the illusion that they were. Dishes you would expect to come out hot came out room temperature. Dishes you would expect to come out chilled came out room temperature. When each course came out they came out one dish at a time, but one immediately after another... almost like they had been sitting on a table in the kitchen just waiting for anyone to order them. The final, and perhaps most telling thing that didn't add up, was the distinct lack of any smell coming from the kitchen - let alone the restaurant. Only after we left the establishment did we realize how fresh and clean the air smelled. As a home chef, I understand that not every dish calls for garlic and onion, but what about salt? What about pepper? What about any kind of butter or seasoning or even a maillard reaction? In this day and age of salted dark chocolate caramels and umami, attempting any dish completely void of salt is a brave choice, but it's certainly not a heroic one. I mean, we're talking about a restaurant that cooks and serves a filleted trout with its head still attached, eyes buggin' out, bones in, the works! How are we not smelling the fish when it hits the table‽ Have you ever plugged your nose while you tasted something?... Exactly... To finally wrap this review up - the reason why I'm giving this experience 1 star is because the service was attentive, the beet salad was good, and the rest made us laugh uncontrollably at how bad it was. The potato pave was a fun gimmick, and the brussel sprouts were crispy but the pork tenderloin and the fish had no smell, no recordable temperature, and the only flavor I could identify was... dusty dirty mop water? I just don't know... we even tried to load up bites of pork and fish with the polenta, the sautéd and pickled greens, and the "sauces", but nothing helped... if anything, it made things taste worse... truly, I've never been closer to becoming a vegan. People will say we should've just sent back the food, but I've worked in food and bar service. How does requiring that level of service from your waitress for your patrons even begin to make up for a business model whose only job is to make food taste good? After all, I can get that level of service from McDonalds, even though I've never had an experience that required it from them... If you do decide to go to Roux for your next meal, maybe make it breakfast... from my experience, breakfast is a hard meal to mess up.

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WildWood

4.3(152 reviews)

1.6 mi•The Avenues

I can't believe Wilwood in Salt Lake City has been hiding from me for years. This place just jumped…read morestraight into my top 10 restaurants. First off, the roasted beets might honestly be the best thing on the menu (which sounds ridiculous until you try them). They come with greens tossed in a dressing that is absolutely mouth-watering, I could eat a whole bowl of just the greens. Next was the mushroom toast, layered with the creamiest goat cheese spread that perfectly balances the earthy mushrooms. But the real showstopper was the pork belly. I've never had pork belly like this before. They serve it in these perfect little cubes and when you bite into one it literally bursts with flavor. It's paired with green apples, which might sound unexpected, but it's an incredible combination. If you've never had pork with green apples before, you're missing out, it's the perfect sweet, crisp contrast. We finished the night with beignets and an affogato. My affogato had butter pecan ice cream with a rich espresso poured over the top - simple and absolutely delicious. We were tended to by our server through out the night. 5 star service, 5 star food, and the restaurant was beautiful inside and out. Can't wait to sit out on the patio in the summer! Do yourself a favor and make a reservation. Trust me, you won't regret it.

Continues to be a consistent favorite. Food is flavorful and very reasonable priced. Service was…read morefriendly and attentive; your server is also your bartender! Wildwood is a hidden gem located in a neighborhood. Small converted house. One thing we have experienced is that our table has NOT been ready for both times we have gone (despite a reservation) on a Thursday.

1.9 mi•Downtown, Peoples Freeway

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Urban Hill

4.4(352 reviews)

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Found Urban Hill on social media and was excited to get a dinner reservation last minute. My…read morepartner and I were visiting from out of town for our anniversary. They asked if we were celebrating anything when making the reservation and we noted the event, not thinking anything of it. Little did we know it was going to be a complete experience! Curated menus saying happy anniversary, dessert and even a Polaroid picture for us to take home. Truly a one of a kind night. The food was incredible also! We started with the potato gnocchi & sticky rolls which were amazing to share and had fantastic flavor. I got the sea bass as an entree and my partner got the chicken - both fantastic choices! The dessert though was incredible. The baked Alaska was another great highlight - they lit the dessert on fire, which was a fun addition. To our surprise we got a celebratory dessert as well which was so yummy. Overall, truly an amazing meal and experience! So grateful to Urban Hill for making our anniversary one we won't forget.

This was our first time here and we took a risk bringing out of town guests so, this experience…read morestung a bit more than usual because like us, I don't think they were too impressed and it was expensive. Food was just okay for the price. Service was very slow and we were really quite neglected compared to other tables. Brunch for 4 took over two hours and it was over 30 minutes before someone showed up to take our orders. This is really more of a 2.5 star rating but you know how Yelp is. The food was decent, just not outstanding by any means and the place is beautiful and reasonably comfortable. I feel like this places focuses too hard on pretentious "fine dining" details while completely neglecting the basics. Prompt service and food that tastes good. I will give the disclaimer that this review is now over a year old at the time of posting. I hope that things have improved in that time.

2.3 mi•Ballpark, Peoples Freeway

Indoor dining

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Huckleberry Grill

4.4(130 reviews)

Large group friendly

Catering service

We went to Huckleberry Grill because it's one of the rare places that actually feels gluten-free…read morefriendly beyond just offering a sad substitute option. I usually have to sit there while everyone else enjoys appetizers and dessert, but here I got the full experience, which honestly felt like a luxury. The setup is casual. You order at the counter and then wait for your food, but it still feels organized and easy. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the overall customer service was great, which made the experience even better. For appetizers, we ordered the Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs and the Spinach Artichoke Dip. Both were really good. I had never tried deviled eggs with smoked salmon before, but it worked surprisingly well. The salmon didn't overpower the egg and added a really nice flavor. The artichoke dip was also a standout and something I'd definitely order again. For my entrée, I had the Huckleberry Pork Tenderloin, and it was my favorite part of the meal. I wasn't sure how I'd feel about the huckleberry sauce, but it completely won me over. It's that perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet, and I genuinely wished I could take a bottle home. I chose the Parmesan mashed potatoes with gravy and the green beans with bacon and onion as my sides. The mashed potatoes were good, though the gravy leaned a little too savory for my taste. The green beans, however, were excellent. The bacon added great texture and flavor. My husband ordered the Cold-Smoked Sous Vide Tri-Tip with green beans and sweet potato mash. I'm usually not a sweet potato person, but these were shockingly good. I'll probably get those next time. We were already full, but they had gluten-free dessert options, which I couldn't pass up. We took home the Huckleberry Chocolate Mousse and the Huckleberry Supreme Pie, and both were incredible. I honestly couldn't pick a favorite. We definitely overdid it... but I regret nothing. Being able to enjoy appetizers, a full meal, and dessert without worrying about gluten was such a treat. I'd absolutely recommend this place, especially if you're gluten free and tired of feeling limited when you go out to eat.

We visited Huckleberry Grill while in town for general conference and had a fantastic experience…read more This is a great spot for families--welcoming, relaxed, and easy to enjoy with a group. The food is solid, fast comfort food with a unique twist. The bison stuffed mushrooms were a standout--really flavorful and something different. For dessert, the chocolate mousse and bread pudding were both excellent. Portions are huge and pricing is very fair, especially for the quality and amount of food you get. What really made it memorable was the owner coming out to greet guests--very friendly and genuinely welcoming. Highly recommend if you're visiting the area or just looking for a great family-friendly meal. We'll definitely be back next time we're in town.