Bambara

4.5 (3051)

$50 and over

Modern European

202 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

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2 people

Apr 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Great for fine wines

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.

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
(801) 363-5454
Website
http://www.bambara-slc.com/
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. For more information or to book your event, email Tommy.Girrbach@bambara-slc.com, or fill out the form below.
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

Location
202 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Neighborhood
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

Featured in

Experiences

Old World & New World Intertwine!
$110.00 per person
Prepaid
Jun 12, 2025 only
6:00 PM
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. Food only: $110.00 Wine add-on: $40.00 First Course Utah Scone chicken liver mousse, fermented honey Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc, Sonoma, CA NV Second Course Herb Agnolotti rabbit / ricotta / minted pea Simonet-Febvre, Chablis 2022 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 Milk & Honey honey panna cotta / honeycomb brittle / milk foam / chamomile gelato

Private dining

Popular dishes

Roasted Beets$13.00
sesame vinaigrette, horseradish yogurt, sunflower & beet greens salsa verde, black sesame puree
Kohlrabi Caesar$13.00
shaved parmesan, dill, cured egg, seasoned crispy bits
Prime Utah Beef Tartare$19.00
house ricotta, calabrian kumquat marmalade, pickled mustard seed, cured egg yolk, chips
Tuna Crudo$21.00
cold smoked bluefin, kumquats, chili winter citrus, marcona, fennel, avocado schug
House Milk Rolls$10.00
seasonal compound butter, evoo, maldon salt
Blue Cheese Potato Chips$11.00
blue cheese & jack cheese, harissa spice, chives
Puffy Potatoes$12.00
rockhill cheese, fried egg aioli, chives
Shrimp al Ajillo$19.00
lobster butter, pepper crunch, crispy bits, LEAVITY bread

Boards

Chef's Selection Cheese$21.00
Selection of three local cheeses, nuts, honeycomb, mustard, LEAVITY bread
Chef's Selection Charcuterie & Cheese$29.00
Selection of local cheeses & house meats, nuts, honeycomb, mustard, LEAVITY bread

Mains

13oz Ribeye$51.00
koji black garlic aged, chives, aged balsamic demi
Some Utah Ranch Prime Filet$61.00
puffy potatoes, braised onion, bordelaise sauce
Elk Loin$45.00
cardamom port reduction, carrots, scallion pepita agrodolce
Duck$39.00
coriander dust, duck jus, burnt honey, figs, brown butter, celery root puree
Pappardelle$35.00
local ground elk bolognese, cured egg yolk, rockhill cheese, herbs
Whistling Springs Trout$33.00
caviar beurre monte, foraged mushrooms, herb oil
Scallops a la Plancha$41.00
parsley lemongrass, romanesco, kumquat marmalade, marcona

Addition

Charred Baby Carrots$11.00
vadouvan spice, garlic herb yogurt, carrot sorghum jus, pepita herb salsa
Confit Potatoes$11.00
chili citrus, piquillo peppers, sofrito, fine herbs
Caulilini$11.00
brown butter, lemon, parmesan

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

Santa Margherita Prosecco, Alto Adige, Italy$16.00
- Gls$16.00
- Btl$80.00
Chandon Brut, Napa Valley, California$15.00
- Gls$15.00
- Btl$75.00
Moet Imperial Brut, Champagne, France$28.00
- Gls$28.00
- Btl$140.00
Bouvet Brut Rose, Loire, France$14.00
- Gls$14.00
- Btl$70.00

White

Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio, Alto Adige, Italy$14.00
- Gls$14.00
- Btl$70.00
Tangent Albarino, Edna Valley, California$11.00
- Gls$11.00
- Btl$55.00
Mohua Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand$12.00
- Gls$12.00
- Btl$60.00
Schloss Gobelsberg Gruner Veltliner, Kamptal, Austria$16.00
- Gls$16.00
- Btl$80.00
Domaine Roland Tissier Sancerre, Loire, France$20.00
- Gls$20.00
- Btl$100.00
Albert Bichot Macon Villages Chardonnay, Burgundy, France$16.00
- Gls$16.00
- Btl$80.00
Deloach Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, California$15.00
- Gls$15.00
- Btl$75.00

Rosé

Guigal Côtes du Rhône, Rhône, France$14.00
- Gls$14.00
- Btl$70.00

Red

Piattelli 'Grand Reserve' Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina$14.00
- Gls$14.00
- Btl$70.00
Elouan Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon$16.00
- Gls$16.00
- Btl$80.00
La Vieille Ferme Rouge, Mont Ventoux, France$11.00
- Gls$11.00
- Btl$55.00
Federalist Cabernet Sauvignon, Lodi, California$14.00
- Gls$14.00
- Btl$70.00
Guigal Côtes du Rhône, Rhône, France$14.00
- Gls$14.00
- Btl$70.00
Mouton Cadet Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France$12.00
- Gls$12.00
- Btl$60.00
Louis Latour Bourgogne, Burgundy, France$18.00
- Gls$18.00
- Btl$90.00
Rutherford Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California$24.00
- Gls$24.00
- Btl$120.00

Beverages of Quality

Beer

Draft

Bohemian Czech Style Pilsner, UT$7.00
Uinta Cut Throat Pale Ale, UT$7.00
Epic Lunar Transit, UT$8.00
Roosters Chocolate Stout, UT$8.00
Wasatch Evo Amber Ale, UT$8.00

Can/Bottle

Pilsner

Stella Artois, BE$8.00

Lager

Sam Adams, MA$7.00
Modelo, MX$7.00

Hefeweizen

Uinta Golden Spike, UT$7.00

Amber

Fat Tire, BE$7.00

IPA

Uinta 'Hazy Nosh,' UT$7.00
Ferda Double IPA, UT$10.00
Epic Spiral Jetty IPA, UT$12.00

Stout

Uinta Big Bad Baptist Imperial Stout, UT$13.00

Cider

Incline Marionberry, WA$8.00

Non-Alcoholic

Athletic Lite, CT$6.00
Athletic IPA, CT$6.00

Craft Cocktails

White Sage$19.00
reposado, aperol, st germain, sage, lemon, egg white
Hi, Honey$21.00
bozal sacrificio mezcal, hibiscus liqueur, lemon, honey
Sittin' Round the Campfire$20.00
el tesoro blanco, st germain, honey, rosemary lemon, high west campfire float
Salt City Classic$22.00
uncle nearest whiskey, local salt, demerara sugar infinity bitters
Huckleberry Smash$20.00
wild turkey bourbon, yellow chartreuse, huckleberry basil simple, lemon
The Pink Lady$19.00
citadelle gin, chambord, limoncello, lemon, simple cranberry, topped with prosecco
Bergamot Spritz$18.00
italicus, cointreau, lime, rosemary, grapefruit topped with soda and prosecco
Twisted Tini$19.00
ketel one cucumber mint, lime cordial, mint vermouth

Zero Proof

Huckleberry Basil Fizz
huckleberry, lime, basil, fever tree ginger ale
The Grapefruit Rose
grapefruit, rosemary, lime, fever tree club soda
Lemons & Lavender
lemon, lavender simple, fever tree club soda

What 3,051 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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bambara offers a "thoughtful service" and "warm atmosphere" making special occasions memorable. Guests praise its "incredible food," particularly the duck and elk dishes. The ribeye and filet mignon receive high accolades for being "perfectly prepared." While some find the menu limited, "impeccable service" and creative dishes like Parmesan ice cream with caviar stand out.

3,051 Reviews

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Jonan VIP
Philadelphia2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The service is phenomenal, highly recommend the ribeye!
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Barbara
Phoenix1 review
2.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We were disappointed there was no buffet for Easter Sunday. Also not once did our server replenish our water at our table. Also, I asked for a side of raw onions to put on my turkey sandwich and all the kitchen would offer me is cooked onions or an onion relish, which was not what I wanted on my fresh turkey avocado sandwich first world problems I know, but I live on a fixed income. I don’t get to eat out very often and I was trying to treat my family to something nice that ended up not being very nice at all.
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Stephen VIP
Salt Lake City40 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The reboot of Bambara is a very good one. Service is spot-on and the restaurant retains its quirky elegance. We had brunch, which was solid, but fairly uninspired. The food was well-made, but not particularly creative. I believe their dinner menu is more interesting. Prices were reasonable for the quality and ambience.
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Michael
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best meals I’ve ever had. They made my MIL feel special for her birthday. Overall wonderful
BambaraResponded 7 days ago
Hi Michael, Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had one of the best meals and that we were able to make your mother-in-law feel special for her birthday. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another wonderful experience soon. Best regards, The Bambara Team
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Karri
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a lovely, quiet evening and the food was delicious. Service was impeccable. Great wine list too.
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Anthony VIP
Washington DC37 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Limited menu but our two entrees were outstanding. Server was very cordial.
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Rob
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best filet mignon I’ve had. Perfectly prepared. Waiter was excellent.
BambaraResponded 7 days ago
Hi Rob, Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that the filet mignon was a hit and that your experience with us was exceptional. We'll be sure to pass along your compliments to our team. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon! Best regards, The Bambara Team
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JenniferEllen7
Salt Lake City2 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We really enjoyed the atmosphere and our waiter was great. The food just wasn’t that good. Gnocchi was claggy and dense, sauce was over reduced and salty. Scallops were cooked well, but the romesco sauce over powered the subtle flavor of the scallop, and the addition of nuts competed with both.
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Monica
Salt Lake City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
During our first visit to Salt Lake City, we had the pleasure of dining at Bambara, and it truly exceeded our expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with a thoughtful touch—a personalized card signed by the staff, wishing us a happy anniversary. It was a wonderful gesture that set the tone for an unforgettable evening. We ordered the duck and the elk, and both dishes were absolutely fantastic. The duck was perfectly cooked, with a rich, savory flavor that melted in your mouth, while the elk was tender and packed with a depth of flavor. Each dish was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. Overall, our experience at Bambara was outstanding. The combination of thoughtful service, incredible food, and warm atmosphere made it a dining experience we’ll remember fondly. If you’re ever in Salt Lake City, we highly recommend paying them a visit—you won’t be disappointed!
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Megan VIP
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on April 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Such a lovely dining experience ! Everything we tasted was excellent and all of the wait staff were super attentive, knowledgeable, and kind.
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FAQs

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

Bambara is rated 4.5 stars by 3051 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

202 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Additional information

Cross street
200 South
Neighborhood
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

Website
http://www.bambara-slc.com/
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. For more information or to book your event, email Tommy.Girrbach@bambara-slc.com, or fill out the form below.
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

Bambara

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

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Paris Ballroom

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Tokyo Boardroom

The Chairman's Office

The Chairman's Office

Custom inquiry

Filet Mignon

Blue Cheese Potato Chips

Scallops

Small Plates

Roasted Beets$13.00

Kohlrabi Caesar$13.00

Prime Utah Beef Tartare$19.00

Tuna Crudo$21.00

House Milk Rolls$10.00

Blue Cheese Potato Chips$11.00

Puffy Potatoes$12.00

Shrimp al Ajillo$19.00

Boards

Chef's Selection Cheese$21.00

Chef's Selection Charcuterie & Cheese$29.00

Mains

13oz Ribeye$51.00

Some Utah Ranch Prime Filet$61.00

Elk Loin$45.00

Duck$39.00

Pappardelle$35.00

Whistling Springs Trout$33.00

Scallops a la Plancha$41.00

Addition

Charred Baby Carrots$11.00

Confit Potatoes$11.00

Caulilini$11.00

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

Santa Margherita Prosecco, Alto Adige, Italy$16.00

Chandon Brut, Napa Valley, California$15.00

Moet Imperial Brut, Champagne, France$28.00

Bouvet Brut Rose, Loire, France$14.00

White

Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio, Alto Adige, Italy$14.00

Tangent Albarino, Edna Valley, California$11.00

Mohua Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand$12.00

Schloss Gobelsberg Gruner Veltliner, Kamptal, Austria$16.00

Domaine Roland Tissier Sancerre, Loire, France$20.00

Albert Bichot Macon Villages Chardonnay, Burgundy, France$16.00

Deloach Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, California$15.00

Rosé

Guigal Côtes du Rhône, Rhône, France$14.00

Red

Piattelli 'Grand Reserve' Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina$14.00

Elouan Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon$16.00

La Vieille Ferme Rouge, Mont Ventoux, France$11.00

Federalist Cabernet Sauvignon, Lodi, California$14.00

Guigal Côtes du Rhône, Rhône, France$14.00

Mouton Cadet Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France$12.00

Louis Latour Bourgogne, Burgundy, France$18.00

Rutherford Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California$24.00

Beverages of Quality

Beer

Draft

Bohemian Czech Style Pilsner, UT$7.00

Uinta Cut Throat Pale Ale, UT$7.00

Epic Lunar Transit, UT$8.00

Roosters Chocolate Stout, UT$8.00

Wasatch Evo Amber Ale, UT$8.00

Can/Bottle

Pilsner

Stella Artois, BE$8.00

Lager

Sam Adams, MA$7.00

Modelo, MX$7.00

Hefeweizen