Romantic Dining in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City is not just about the Morman Tabernacle or the windy, dry climate or even about the nearby skiing. This city has a great per capita income and it has attracted chefs who are experts in serving up luscious dishes in elegant, romantic settings. And they have a discerning, affluent clientele to draw on. Martine's is set with the original tiles and massive oak and beveled-glass doors of an historic old brownstone building, welcoming diners into an interior rich with atmosphere. The dining style is European, with dozens of tapas on the menu. Calamari and quail are both prepared with a Mediterranean flair and herbs and vegetables of that region. Dinners are prix-fixe and are served with generous portions, then rounded off with some exotic dessert choices.

Log Haven at the edge of Salt Lake City, has had some wonderful reviews based on the food, service and setting--amid romantic pines up a canyon near a beautiful waterfall. Dine in the wintertime with a nearby crackling fire to savour both the food and the entirety of its romantic ambience. In the summer enjoy the cool breezes of the fresh air. People have proposed here and others have returned to a place they consider the most romantic dining venue in the whole city. The menu is best described as nouvea American with some southwest touches, and everything displays careful attention to detain in the stunning presentations and in the quality of the dishes. Log Haven has received several awards, including "Best Ambience" from Salt Lake Magazine, and Best of State in 2006 and Best Chef . Citysearch.com calls it the "best date spot." It consistently receives awards for most romantic dining place in the area from Utah publications. They serve every night beginning at 5:30 and it's suggested that you definitely make reservations. They're located at: 6451 E. Millcreek Canyon Road, Salt Lake City, UT. Call them at 801-272-8255.