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Bambara

4.4
4.4
3020 Reviews
$50 and over
Modern European

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Good for business meals
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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Day at Bambara 2024

    USD 100.00 per person

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate Christmas with us at Bambara! Enjoy a special holiday menu crafted by Chef JV, featuring seasonal favorites and signature dishes. The buffet will be available from 12PM to 6PM for $100 for adults and $50 for children ages 2-12. Come and enjoy a delightful feast while toasting to the season with our distinctive selection of fine wines!
  • New Years Eve at Bambara

    USD 140.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for New Year's Eve at Bambara! Enjoy a special Prix Fixe menu crafted by Chef JV. The menu begins at $140.00 per person with additional add-ons available, such as truffle or caviar. Enjoy the Sommelier's selected wine pairings for an additional $60.00 per person. You will not want to miss out on this evening!

What 3,020 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bambara offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and a "great atmosphere." Guests rave about the "delicious food," particularly the halibut and elk. The restaurant is known for its creative menu and attentive staff, making it perfect for special occasions or a casual night out.

3,020 Reviews
  1. Elena

    Salt Lake City

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Limited food variety. Server treated me like she was doing me a favor that she was serving us. I asked if she can help me and she said that she was going to another table, however she stopped to help me. I looked at her and asked for what I needed. They didn’t fill our water glasses as well. The place has a funny smell and looks more like a cheap fast food restaurant and not what Bambara was. They had at best 20 people in the entire restaurant that were having lunch. Bambara was a favorite and not anymore. Scratched from the restaurant list that we would like to go. So disappointing.

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  2. Katherine

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have enjoyed Bambara for many years. Our server was excellent. Our favorite dishes last night were the Shrimp al Ajillo and the Sticky Toffee Pudding, recommend!

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  3. Kate

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We’ve dined here in the past and always been quite pleased. Had a holiday gathering last night with nine total. Food was mediocre and overpriced, and one friend watched us all eat bc they forgot her order. They did comp her meal which helped. Too bad… we were really looking forward to a great evening with friends. Won’t go back for a while.

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  4. Carrie

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service. Unique and delicious food offerings. Great craft cocktails.

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  5. paul

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Place for Lunch, very attentive service and great tasting food.

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  6. Linda

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    I wasn't thrilled with Bambara this go around. One thing I really hate are really small tables. When this is the case, you're always smack-dab next to the party next to you. We also didn't really love the food. I got the gnocchi and my partner ordered the most pricey red meat option (I can't remember what it was called.) For the price, I wouldn't recommend.

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  7. Lori

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    28 reviews

    2.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
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  8. J

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    24 reviews

    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Slipping. Wine pour was maybe 3 oz for $12. Someone decided to use coriander on duck. Yuck. Used to be great, now, meh

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  9. Steve

    VIP

    Salt Lake City

    48 reviews

    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A drink in the Vault (attached bar) was fun, pleasant and had great staff who made us feel welcome. So convenient for a meal prior to the ballet which is just across the street. Our server was fantastic. Available, knowledgeable and not intrusive. Water glasses filled without being asked for, same for wine- but appropriately if the individual agreed. I wish the food was on par with this outstanding level of service and kindness. Food was good, solid, but not a home run like the rest of our night. The Kohlrabi Caesar salad was the highlight of the night. Our entrees; poached halibut and duck breast were solid and good. Hard to pay a premium for a dinner I think I could do better at home.

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  10. Corinna

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious, blue cheese chips and Elk loin were perfect. My husband enjoyed the halibut. The service was amazing, very friendly and attentive. Would definitely visit again if I find myself back in SLC.

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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 3020 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 43 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, 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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