Explore Salt Lake City

Welcome to Salt Lake City, Utah! This page is to help showcase local restaurants, childcare, and transportation options for those attending the Addiction Health Services Research (AHSR) 2026 conference.

    Food & Drinks

    This is a list of suggestions for breakfast/lunch, dinner, dessert, and more. 

    Click each section to learn more.

    • At the Little America Hotel

      Lucky H Buffet


      Lucky H Buffet

      From chef-carved prime rib to delicate pastries made in-house every day

      Lucky H Bar


      Lucky H Bar

      Perfectly pulled pints and expertly crafted cocktails

      Lobby Lounge


      Lobby Lounge

      Artisan coffees, freshly baked pastries, and more

    • Coffee

      Roots Coffee


      Roots Coffee

      People First. Coffee Second.

      Loki Coffee


      Loki Coffee

      Pastries, coffee, tea, and more

      Salt Lake Coffee Break


      Salt Lake Coffee Break

      Simple but quality coffee

      Sugar House Coffee


      Sugar House Coffee

      Comfy coffee shop offering a selection of handmade pastries & vegan-friendly items, plus free WiFi.

      Salt Lake Roasting Co.


      Salt Lake Roasting Co.

      Coffee Garden


      Coffee Garden

      Contemporary, brick-walled coffee shop with a seasonal patio, pastries & a relaxed vibe.

    • Breakfast/Lunch

      Eva's Bakery


      Eva's Bakery

      Cheery bakeshop using area-sourced flour to make bread, French pastries, sandwiches & more.

      Eggs in the City


      Eggs In The City

      Buzzy eatery with a hip vibe serving up homey breakfast & brunch favorites in a former gas station.

      Ruth's Diner


      Ruth's Diner

      Historic diner in a trolley car serving American fare in a scenic locale with canyon views.

      Finn's Cafe


      Finn's Cafe

      Mellow, airy kitchen specializing in Scandinavian-influenced American dishes for breakfast & lunch.

      Hash Kitchen


      Hash Kitchen

      Disco themed and great food

      Hub & Spoke


      Hub & Spoke Diner

      Creative riffs on classic diner fare, shakes & cocktails offered in a bright, stylish venue.

    • Dinner

      Milk+


      Milk+

      Usually live music and a cool vibe. LGBTQ friendly.

      Takashi


      Takashi

      Japanese eatery & sushi bar featuring signature rolls & a big sake list in hip, contemporary digs.

      Zest Kitchen


      Vegan & Vegetarian

      Experience Salt Lake City's Best Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, & Organic Food

      Copper Common


      Copper Common

      Sophisticated bar & restaurant featuring craft cocktails, refined New American fare & a patio.

      Urban Hill


      Urban Hill

      This is a relatively new place, open air place, a favorite to bring faculty recruits, ... considering a foodie heaven with recognition from the James Beard Foundation and the Salt Lake Magazine's 2024 "most outstanding restaurant of the year". 

      Lake Effect


      Lake Effect

      Make any experience a special occasion at Urban Hill, a locally-owned restaurant in Salt Lake City's Post District. 

      Copper Onion


      Copper Onion

      Locally sourced New American fare, cocktails, and brunch in a modern setting.

      Cosmica


      Cosmica

      This is a new place in Salt Lake City which has been getting tons of praise and press. Hard to get a reservation and parking is non-existent... use public transportation! Pizza is excellent

      Prohibition


      Prohibition

      Classical speakeasy in Salt Lake City. Cool vibes and likely live music with occasionally Karaoke with burlesque. Can get crowded. Excellent spirits. 

      Fleming's Prime Steakhouse


      Fleming's Prime Steakhouse

      High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.

      Spencer's for Steaks and Chops


      Spencer's for Steaks and Chops

      Old-timey, dark-wood steakhouse with a menu of prime cuts of meat, seafood & fine wines.

      Table X


      Table X

      Creative, locally sourced New American fare, cocktails & wine served in a rustic converted factory.

    • Dessert

      Grumpy Dough


      Grumpy Dough

      Bulcogi sandwiches

      Normal Ice Cream


      Normal Ice Cream

      a soft serve truck rolling through the streets of salt lake city

      Délice Bakery


      Délice Bakery

      Coffee and a wonderful assortment of baked options

    Childcare Options

    Childcare Options

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    Bright Horizons

    Designed by experts; facilitated by educators; created with working parents in mind.

    The Playhouse Childcare


    The Playhouse Childcare

    The Playhouse is a family-run childcare and preschool dedicated to providing top-notch care for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years.

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    Mother Goose

    Mother Goose of Utah provides dependable childcare services for weddings and conventions, creating a safe, enjoyable, and stress free experience for families attending your event.

    Transportation

    Transportation

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    Utah Transit Authority (UTA)

    Transit


    Transit 

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    Uber

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    Lyft