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Bambara

4.4
4.4
3044 Reviews
$50 and over
Modern European

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2 people
7:00 p.m.

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Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Fancy
Bambara, located within the vibrant Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City, is a modern bistro renowned for its impeccable service and stylish ambiance. Since its inception and through the extensive renovation and re-haul this year, Bambara continues to set the tone for the Salt Lake culinary landscape, consistently ranking as one of the best places to dine.
An ideal choice for both hotel guests and devoted locals, Bambara offers the ideal setting for celebrating cherished moments with loved ones, indulging with friends, dining with colleagues, or seeking a pre/post-theater bite. Nestled in a historically significant bank lobby adorned with original arched 10ft windows, this centrally located restaurant boasts a seasonal rotation of dishes that celebrate the local bounty of fish, game, and vegetable.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Contemporary American, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (801) 363-5454
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Have the place to yourself for an unforgettable evening with 180 of your closest friends or colleagues. If your soirée requires a longer guest list, we also have access to three meeting spaces at the adjacent Hotel Monaco, with more than 3,100 square feet ranging from the 14-seat Tokyo Boardroom to the Paris Ballroom, with seating for 225. <br /><br />For more information or to book your event, email Tommy.Girrbach&#64;bambara-slc.com, or fill out the form below.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Bambara offers 4 elegantly appointed separate rooms for holding business meetings or receptions. They can accommodate groups of 12 – 220.
  • Private party contact
    Bambara Restaurant : (801) 363-5454
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    200 South
  • Parking details
    Street parking; valet service that is discounted with validation.
  • Public transit
    TRAX stop on Main Street Between 200-300 SouthUTA Bus Stop on 200 South at Main Street
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day at Bambara 2025

    US$75.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Treat your love to dinner at Bambara! Celebrate Valentine's Day with us at Bambara! Enjoy a special menu crafted by Chef JV. The menu starts at $75.00 dollars per person and is sure to be something you will not want to miss! 1ST COURSE Hamachi Crudo meyer lemon / lavender gel / shiso / koji vinaigrette / rice tuile 2ND COURSE Mushroom Tortellini intermountain gourmet mushroom bolognese / drake’s farm goat cheese 3RD COURSE Choice of: Utah Prime Beef Tenderloin meyer lemon pomme puree / caulilini / saffron espuma Scallops lobster au poivre / black garlic celery root puree / basil granola DESSERT COURSE Choice of: Chocolate Pot de Creme sponge cake / candied hazelnut /chantilly Ricotta Donuts house ricotta / champagne caramel / powdered sugar

What 3,044 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bambara offers a dynamic dining experience with a "remarkable ambiance" and "excellent table service." Guests rave about the "absolutely amazing food," notable dishes like the "elk loin" and "Waygu beef short ribs," and the creative menu. Despite occasional service lapses, the restaurant's "friendly and informative staff" and "unforgettable flavors" make it a top choice for special occasions.
3,044 Reviews
  1. Sophia

    Portland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Bambara was lovely per usual, it’s a SLC staple. Ambience was great, server was lovely, the beet salad is fantastic. I loved the bitter contrast of the blended sesame seeds with the sweetness of the beets. We got the charcuterie with meat which I loved. I love a good charcuterie. Got the blue cheese house cut potatoes chips which were fine, just melted blue cheese on top of potato chips, won’t order those again. My partner and I were pretty disappointed at the steak. It was the special of the night, served cold and unevenly cooked where half was medium and half was medium rare. It wasn’t tender, really stringy, and the fat wasn’t rendered properly. The steak sauce served with it oddly took away from the dish as oppose to adding to it and the steak was also severely under seasoned. Had a really great night and I do love this restaurant, just not the best night as far as food goes.

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  2. Adam

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was good. not a lot of things on the menu. not what i was expecting for the price that i payed. it was very small but they packed the tables into a small space we were 3 feet from another two person table. You can hear everything the people you were next to were saying

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  3. Jennifer

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for our anniversary. The food was amazing, all the staff were attentive and friendly. My husband had the Elk steak and said it was better than he could ever imagined. I had the duck, so much flavor, tender and the potato puree was delicious! They have a great wine and drink menu. We also had the lava cake and an affogato with the Parmesan ice cream. We will absolutely eat there again when coming to town.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always fantastic food and energic atmosphere, with attention to the details.

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  5. Bret

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a creative take on so many favorites, and they knocked everything out of the park. Impeccable service too. Every one in our party agreed one of the best meals we’ve had in quite awhile.

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  6. Ranjan

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful meal with friends. Great ambience and amazing steak and dessert! Will definitely comeback when we visit SLC!

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  7. Josh

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice atmosphere, delicious food, wonderful cocktails!

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  8. Darrell

    Denver

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance of this restaurant is remarkable, with excellent table service and very good food. Highly recommend this restaurant for a business lunch or social gathering. The management and wait staff are very attentive, which adds to the experience.

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  9. Douglas

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    28 reviews

    2.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    One of the four diners had his food delivered raw. It took so long to begin with there was no time for a replacement. They did offer but really didn’t seem concerned overall. The woman who took the card for payment, a woman of color, could not have been more rude. The way she flung the check holder and my card back on the table as she walked by without even a word was beyond rude. The server herself was pleasant but seemed to think the “it’s the theater rush” was a good excuse for poor service and a slow kitchen. It is not like the restaurant doesn’t know when the theater has a big show and they will be busy. Poor planning on their part and truly a “it is what it is” attitude versus a true concern for guest satisfaction. Never good when your guests leave hungry and disappointed.

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  10. William

    Montana

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had met the head chef earlier, and he had recommended the Waygu beef short ribs. They were delicious. The chocolate lava cake was an excellent dessert.

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FAQs

Bambara offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (801) 363-5454.

Bambara is rated 4.4 stars by 3044 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.

Select a time

Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bambara

202 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    200 South
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Modern European, Contemporary American, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking; valet service that is discounted with validation.
  • Public transit
    TRAX stop on Main Street Between 200-300 SouthUTA Bus Stop on 200 South at Main Street
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (801) 363-5454
  • Catering
    Have the place to yourself for an unforgettable evening with 180 of your closest friends or colleagues. If your soirée requires a longer guest list, we also have access to three meeting spaces at the adjacent Hotel Monaco, with more than 3,100 square feet ranging from the 14-seat Tokyo Boardroom to the Paris Ballroom, with seating for 225. <br /><br />For more information or to book your event, email Tommy.Girrbach&#64;bambara-slc.com, or fill out the form below.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Bambara offers 4 elegantly appointed separate rooms for holding business meetings or receptions. They can accommodate groups of 12 – 220.
  • Private party contact
    Bambara Restaurant : (801) 363-5454
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