Bambara

Bambara
Restaurant Cuisine: Eclectic, Fusion, American
202 S Main St
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
#3
of 728 restaurants in Salt Lake City
TripZen Score
8.0 / 10 Overall
197% Recommend
8.5Overall8.5Food
8.5Food
Activities: Health club, Hot tub, Pool (outdoors)
Check-in / Check-out time: 11am / 3pm
Description:Bambara: A Salt Lake City Restaurant Celebrating Past and Present With a tempting New American Bistro menu featuring a "World of Flavors" and a playful sense of whimsy and style, Bambara is one of downtown Salt Lake City's liveliest restaurants. Housed in the historic Continental Bank lobby, Bambara Salt Lake ...Read more
A breakfast nook.
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Traveler Reviews

TripZen Score
8.0 / 10 Overall
197% Recommend
8.5Overall8.5Food
8.5Food
Overall
  • a bit pricey but we enjoyed the experience
  • Excellent experience.
  • It made a nice place to take a client which I was doing.
  • was very attentive in making sure our dinner was an enjoyable experience.
  • our lunch experience at Bambara was phenomenal.
  • From the warm experience we had in the bar before dinner (perfect cocktails by the bartender) all the way through dinner everything was outstanding.
  • As usual, the food was delicious and the experience was delightful.
  • Nice resturant, cozy.
  • Overall an excellent dining experience, even
  • By far the best restaurant in Salt Lake.
  • Every time that I go to Bambara my experience is more than satisfactory even
  • My date and I had a fantastic experience.
  • Bambara remains my favorite restaurant in Utah, and on the list of top ten everywhere.
  • This makes it a very noisy place, not a cozy romantic spot....Excellent restaurant, fun but dinner is a little expensive.
  • Still our favorite restaurant in Salt Lake City!
  • Everything was delicious!
Food
  • Food and service were very good, a relaxing evening.
  • The food was superb.
  • The menu was great and food was fantastic!
  • Great food/service always a nice d-town treat.
  • Outstanding service, selection and food preparation
  • Wonderful food, expertly prepared.
  • The food was amazing (try the baby beet salad!
  • The reservation was honored promptly, andthe food was good.
  • The food here is consistantly wonderful -
  • We had a lovely meal with attentive service....The menu is interesting and unique.
  • The food was great.
  • Great wine list.
  • The dinner was delicious
  • The bread selection was also very mediocre....My ahi was stringy, the sauce heavy.
  • Great service and terrific wine list.
  • The drinks, food and service were superb
  • the food is always outstanding at Bambara
  • As usual, the food was delicious and the experience was delightful.
  • Great food.
  • The food was outstanding, as was the service.
  • The food is always amazing and the service is great!
  • The food was good and the portions were reasonable....It was a little pricey for what it was though.
  • Great meal.
  • Fantastic atmosphere, terrific service and delectable food.
  • The salmon hash was the perfect start to my day as the flavors and textures worked perfectly together.
  • The food was fresh, clean and superb....The appetizers & salads were inventive.
  • Food was excellent.
  • The food was great with lots of attention to detail.
  • Food and service was excellent.
  • The food is always divine.
  • had a great, well executed meal with good service.
  • The Wedge Salad with marinated vegetables was delicious.
  • The food was very good.
  • Fantastic atmosphere and great food!
  • Food, Service, and Atmosphere was excellent.
  • accomodating, food was good although one dish wasn't great....not my favorite food I've had out dinning.
  • The food was excellent and timely
  • The food, service, and atmosphere is excellent.
  • The scallops, in particular, were outstanding.
Service
  • Food and service were very good, a relaxing evening.
  • Service is good, but not incredible.
  • Outstanding service, selection and food preparation
  • Friendly, helpful staff, excellent cuisine and top-flight presentation.
  • The staff is very well versed on the menu offerings and provided excellent service.
  • Our waiter was very helpful in making our selections
  • We had a lovely meal with attentive service.
  • From the greeting at the podium by Art and Guy, to the excellent service by Chrit, and a friendly farewell from Lou;
  • Excellent service from the moment we entered the door!
  • Great service and terrific wine list.
  • The drinks, food and service were superb
  • The food is always amazing and the service is great!
  • Good service and a fun experience.
  • Great service.
  • Fantastic atmosphere, terrific service and delectable food.
  • time I have come to expect more because of their stupendous service.
  • We were greeted by a very friendly host and he was able to accomidate my requests very well.
  • while the service remained strong.
  • Food and service was excellent.
  • I never feel interrupted by the talented wait staff, yet all of my needs are always met and expectations exceeded.
  • However, the server either was poorly trained or just was having an off night.
  • had a great, well executed meal with good service.
  • We had good service and the waiter visited our table frequently to check on our needs.
  • Lovely atmosphere and excellent, friendly service.
  • Food, Service, and Atmosphere was excellent.
  • The ambiance was excellent, front staff was very attentive
  • Service is great too!
  • our waiter was friendly and attentive.
  • The food, service, and atmosphere is excellent.
Ambience
  • The new decor is alright, nothing spectacular.
  • i kind of like the old feel to the previous decor.
  • high quality, nicely prepare and delicious with an eye-catching presentation.
  • Fantastic atmosphere, terrific service and delectable food.
  • Great surroundings.
  • It was a bit loud, but it was a fun loud.
  • This makes it a very noisy place, not a cozy romantic spot.
  • Lovely atmosphere and excellent, friendly service.
  • The ambiance was excellent, front staff was very attentive
  • Fantastic atmosphere and great food!
  • Food, Service, and Atmosphere was excellent.
  • The food, service, and atmosphere is excellent.
  • Love the building.
Value
  • Unfortunately, the price remains out of reach for more than a special occasion.
  • It was a little pricey for what it was though.
  • Excellent restaurant, fun but dinner is a little expensive.

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