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Shareable Starters - Bambara, Salt Lake City, UT

Bambara

4.4
4.4
3054 Reviews
$50 and over
Modern European

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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
    Brunch Daily 7:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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

  • Old World & New World Intertwine!

    US$175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 27, 2025 only
    6:00 p.m.
    Join Chef JV Hernandez and Food & Beverage Director Josh Bolden, on a culinary journey where food & wine intertwine. Chef JV will guide you through the menu, while Certified Sommelier Josh Bolden, will speak to how each wine pairs with each course. This is an event you will not want to miss, tickets are limited. Amuse Utah Scone chicken liver mousse, fermented honey Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc, Sonoma, CA NV First Course Pistachio Tart goat avocado mousse / white chocolate / caviar Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Riesling Roche Calcaire, Alsace 2022 Second course Meyer Lemon “Ravioli” ricotta / minted pea / beurre noisette Simonet-Febvre, Chablis 2022 cleanser Kumquat “Limoncello” Third course Whistling Spring Farms Trout trout scallop mousse / roe monte / morels Faivley, Beaune 1er Cru, Clos L’Ecu 2021 Fourth course Aged Manhattan Beef potato pave / pearl onion / truffle jus Donelan, Syarh, Sonoma 2018 Dessert (choice of) Milk & Honey honey panna cotta / honeycomb brittle / milk foam / chamomile gelato - Chocolate Entremet nutella ganache / meringue / gold
    Old World & New World Intertwine! photo

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What 3,054 people are saying

Bambara reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bambara offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "delicious food" and "exceptional service." Highlights include the bison Wellington and creative cocktails. The ambiance is "warm and sophisticated," making it perfect for special occasions. While some find the prices high, the overall experience, especially the attentive staff, often justifies the cost.
3,054 Reviews
  1. Cathy

    Boise2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredible! Our party shared many dishes and loved every bite!

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  2. Amanda

    Salt Lake City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was outstanding. The food was fantastic, there was only one in our group of six thought his steak wasn't great. But all other entrees and desserts were amazing. We'd all definitely return. Also, it was a birthday celebration and they went out of their way to make it special.

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  3. pasquale

    Salt Lake City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife had the Tagliatelle with elk ragout and I had the Duck. Jack was our server. The meals were perfectly prepared and perfectly served by a dedicated staff. Jack has been with Bambara for over 20 years. Attuned. Whether for business, romance, or simply fine dining we highly recommend Bambara as a destination restaurant.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and convenient for the attending the capital theater.  Valet parking by the hotel. 

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good but just as impressive the service and our waiter Brandon was exceptional!

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  6. sunny VIP

    Salt Lake City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter was friendly, helpful and efficient. The blue cheese potato chips were sooo satisfying, and all of our entrees were interesting and perfectly cooked (tender, moist sea bass, succulent duck and sweet, tender shrimp). Kohlrabi Cesar was unexpectedly good, and the apple greens salad the perfect start. The desserts (chocolate cake, cheesecake salted caramel pudding and were perfection. Nice wine list, and inspired cocktails. All around perfect dining experience.

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  7. Janet VIP

    Salt Lake City8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The whole experience and food has changed. The steak and crusted potatoe made me feel like they were rationing food. I asked the waitress for medium well and asked about the thickness of the steak in case they needed to butterfly. She said they are thick but never a problem. Then brought the entree and 2 others that ordered their prime filet all sliced.. It was not tasty and very disappointing. We have been going there for at least 30 years. Change is good but this is ridiculous. Food barely warm and presentation was minimal. Dessert was disappointing as well. I’m sad to see the charm gone.

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  8. Jessie VIP

    Los Angeles12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing! We loved everything we ordered. The service was also excellent ! We wil come back to try other things next time we visit salt lake city!

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  9. Dorothea

    Cleveland1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Music too loud all you could hear was a pounding beay

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  10. chuck VIP

    Salt Lake City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lava cake was delicious. The best I have ever eaten

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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 3054 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation


Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bambara

202 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    200 South
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 7:00 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
  • 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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