Bambara: Salt Lake City's New American Bistro with Historic Roots

Bambara, recently named Salt Lake City's Best Restaurant, is a Bistro in downtown Salt Lake City's liveliest neighborhood. With an inspired menu, and a look and feel designed to entice all the senses, it represents an entirely unique dining experience. Housed in the historic Continental Bank lobby, Bambara strikes a balance between classic detailing and contemporary elegance with a casual approach.

Now, instead of bank transactions, the focus is on the full exhibition kitchen where Executive Chef Nathan Powers' scintillating aromas of pan-roasted and grilled prime meats, and lovingly prepared seafood and game waft through the air. First voted Salt Lake City's Best Restaurant in 2000 and again in 2010, Bambara remains the leader in Salt Lake's culinary community.

Exceptional Dining Destination in Salt Lake City

Bambara's outstanding food, superb service, friendly atmosphere and central, vibrant downtown location make us one of Salt Lake City's top dining destinations. Here, you can be as comfortable dressed to the nines for a celebratory feast or wearing your favorite blue jeans for a casual bite. Our proximity to the city's top performance venues also makes us the perfect place for pre- and post-theater dining. If you're bound for Bambara, you're bound for a satisfying dining experience day or night.

Executive Chef Powers' "New World of Flavors" menu is a mouthwatering reflection of Bambara Restaurant & Lounge's remarkable atmosphere. Bambara's new look in celebration of its 10th anniversary includes nods to the building's history as a bank.

The grand arched windows and historic glass, brass and travertine marble of the original landmark blend stylishly with the design, reflecting the building's historic roots while adding a contemporary flair. The dynamic exhibition kitchen creates a stunning focal point where Chef Powers creates memorable dishes with flair and time-honored techniques applied to the best seasonal ingredients, deeply rooted in the rhythms of the seasons.

Fabulous Food & Drinks in Downtown SLC

Powers' New American Bistro menu focuses on fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and ranches. Diners experience the integrity and true flavors of the best ingredients - finessed, balanced and ultimately memorable. The extensive wine list and specialty cocktail offerings are top-notch and "when it comes to service," says City Weekly's Ted Scheffler, "I can think of no Salt Lake restaurant that does it better."