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Gluten-free diners and creative plant-based comfort food.
Located in the Rio Grande neighborhood of Salt Lake City, Zest Kitchen & Bar is a standout for those seeking high-quality plant-based and gluten-free dining. The menu focuses on seasonal, global flavors, ranging from savory jackfruit pizzas to nutrient-dense power salads. Beyond the food, the bar program shines with signature cocktails and house-made ginger beer. The space feels modern and welcoming, making it a reliable spot for both casual lunches and more intimate dinners. Don't leave without trying their celebrated vegan desserts, particularly the rich chocolate hazelnut torte.
Located in the Rio Grande neighborhood of Salt Lake City, Zest Kitchen & Bar is a standout for those seeking high-quality plant-based and gluten-free dining. The menu focuses on seasonal, global flavors, ranging from savory jackfruit pizzas to nutrient-dense power salads. Beyond the food, the bar program shines with signature cocktails and house-made ginger beer. The space feels modern and welcoming, making it a reliable spot for both casual lunches and more intimate dinners. Don't leave without trying their celebrated vegan desserts, particularly the rich chocolate hazelnut torte.
Entirely gluten-free and plant-based kitchen.
Creative cocktails and house-made ginger beer.
Decadent vegan desserts like the chocolate hazelnut torte.
Innovative plant-based takes on pizza and carpaccio.
Gluten-free diners and creative plant-based comfort food.
USD $
vegan-friendly, vegetarian-friendly, gluten-free-friendly
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
Date Night, Casual Drinks, Locals, Tourists, Healthy Eating
Zest Kitchen & Bar is widely celebrated for its inclusive, fully gluten-free and vegan menu, making it a premier destination for diners with dietary restrictions in Salt Lake City. Patrons frequently rave about the 'out of this world' chocolate hazelnut torte and the high quality of the house-made ginger beer. The food is described as flavorful and satisfying, with specific mentions of the well-textured jackfruit pizza and the nutrient-dense Super Plant Power Salad. Service is generally noted as attentive and thoughtful, though some guests experienced slower pacing during busy periods. While most feedback is glowing, a few diners found the pricing for certain specialty items to be on the higher side. Overall, the restaurant provides a vibrant, modern atmosphere that appeals to both dedicated vegans and those simply seeking a great meal.