Brunch in a trolly car - a unique experience with a delicious menu. Every dish comes with a Mile High biscuit which is heavenly. So fluffy and perfectly dense. Your taste buds get a treat right off the bat! I love the Pulled Pork Benedict. I am a big Eggs Benedict fan and was intriuqed by how unique this dish was. The corn bread mixed with the BBQ pulled pork and eggs + hollandaise sauce was the perfect combo. If I find myself back in SLC, I'll be sure to come back just for this dish. Servers were so friendly and prompt, taking great care of us. Don't miss this spot - just a short drive outside SLC! read more

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This is a unique, historic spot in a beautiful area. Unfortunately, we didn't have a good experience here: We came here as a graduation meal for a family member. My husband has dietary restrictions that make eating at diners difficult for him, but we were outvoted. Luckily there was one dish he could eat--the steak and eggs. The steak usually comes with teriyaki, but he asked for it without as he cannot have added sugars in his food. After a while, the servers/staff brought out half our food. The other half apparently wasn't in the system, so they had to retake half the table's orders. Meanwhile, my husband's steak was covered in teriyaki, so we had to ask for it to be remade. The rest of the food eventually came out, along with my husband's steak, which was once again covered in teriyaki sauce. They finally got it right on the third try, at which point everyone else was almost done eating. I got a turkey sandwich with pasta salad. The pasta salad was incredible, but the turkey sandwich was sadly bland. I couldn't even taste the mayonnaise. Overall, I don't see any reason we would ever come back. read more

Ruth's Diner - Fresh Turkey & Avocado Sandwich with pasta salad - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

My friends and I went here as a last meal to end our trip and it couldn't have been more of a cherry on top! I wish I could remember our waitresses name she was SUCH a sweetheart. In fact, all of the staff were warm and welcoming. The restaurant itself is in a scenic area. It has a cozy cabin feel. I got the eggs Benedict and we shared an order of the orange cream cheese cinnamon french toast. Both were amazing. The eggs were especially poached well. The hash browns were crispy and plentiful. The French toast was tangy and filling. Be wanted the portions are HUGE. We didn't do as much damage as we hoped. If I ever make it back to SLC, I will for sure make another visit. read more

Ruth's Diner - Eggs Benedict* - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Ambiance is wild!! Nestled between mountains, I could only imagine how beautiful outside seating for dinners around sunset must be!. Waitress was absolutely lovely and the food did not disappoint. Did not taste like franchised food. Everything had a very authentic taste and the biscuits were even better I imagined!! read more

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Up Emigration Canyon a little ways, Ruth's Diner is simply iconic - operating since 1930. The history itself is reason to go and your table may well be in the old SLC Trolley car. The service was super friendly and fast: a nice casual spot. The food covers diner standards with *very* generous portions. It's only a few turns up the canyon from Sugar House, but seems to be almost set in another time. Head on up :) read more

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We were lucky to beat the lunch rush by arriving at 11:30am on a weekday and were seated immediately. With both breakfast and lunch, the menu is long. Because I wanted to eat one of the enormous flaky biscuits dropped off at our table (ZOMG), I opted for breakfast with the quiche of day (mushroom and artichoke). It comes with a generous fruit salad. Hubby went with the meatloaf burger for lunch. It was okay. The hot apple cider is sweet. Service was pretty fast, although we never felt rushed. Gender-segregated restrooms. Free parking lot. The main entrance is not wheelchair accessible, but the patio and rear entrance are. read more

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Sausage & two scrambled eggs w a side of hash browns & smoked salmon omelette! Both were delicious. I love coming to this diner. The food is always great and service is excellent. We had Adam as our waiter and he is so KIND and helpful! He is exactly why people love coming to this diner, the staff is incredible. read more

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My bf and I went for a fun brunch on a fall Saturday morning and, as expected, it was super busy. We were able to get seated immediately as long as we chose indoor seating, so we did. Honestly I think it would've been worth it to wait for the outdoor seating since it was relatively warm outside and the live music really set some vibes! As for food, we both got the eggs Benedict, but my bf got a regular and I got a pulled pork. He liked his, I really liked mine. Their pulled pork is delicious! I'm not sure I would say it's the best eggs Benedict I've had in this area, but it was definitely good. The hash browns were a little soggy, we wish they would've been crispier. I will say, we almost got full on just the biscuits with the raspberry jam on the table. Super good! read more

Ruth's Diner - Pulled Pork Benedict (front) and Eggs Benedict (back) - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Food quality: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Value: 5/5 The drive up the canyon is such a vibe especially during the fall with the colors changing. Today did not disappoint! We quickly got in and the hostess did give us a heads up that the outside tables have been getting bees/wasps and if we wanted to move inside, it would only be possible if tables were available and if it was before our food. We made the decision to stay inside and I'm glad we did. Our server was great! She was attentive and also could tell our group of 4 wanted to chat so she gave us a bit more time after our meal to finish our conversations which I appreciated. I forgot how delicious the free biscuits are with the raspberry jam that they give you upon sitting down. They're so good, fluffy and very filling. I got the 3 egg omelette (substitute egg whites) with spinach, mushroom, cheese and add hashbrowns. My husband got the chile verde omelette. Both omelettes were great! read more

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What a great diner/cafe. You can take the measure of a food joint's menu by how well and different they do the staples you've been getting for decades. Like I've had hashbrowns all my life, but the hashbrowns here were fantastic. Loose and fresh, without the hard exterior crust that other restaurants like to do. The same too with their fish sandwich. I was kind of bummed that Red Trout is not a lunch option like it is for breakfast and dinner. But this sandwich was a nice substitute with its crispy but not too crispy batter and flaky interior. This was a good second choice. I like the aesthetics here too. It's got a good rustic and homey environment. And the service was pretty cool, even substituting fries for my beloved hash browns and checking up on us regularly. The best compliment I can give to this place is that this kind of place that I wish I had close to me. I'm always looking for solid diners near me and now I have the template for exactly what kind. read more

Ruth's Diner - Leave a little room for naïveté Fried Pollack Sandwich w/ hash browns from #ruthsdiner - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Great spot! The food was really good and definitely bang for the buck. Service was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. The ambiance and decor are exactly what you want in a classic diner--nostalgic and welcoming. Felt like stepping back in time in the best way. Would definitely come back! Steak, meatloaf, and chicken fried steak in the photo. read more

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I love that this restaurant sits in the mountains and have a great outdoor patio seating so you can enjoy the fresh air surrounding you. It definitely gets busy for brunch if you want to sit outside, on a nice sunny warm day. Came to brunch with my family and we waited about 20 minutes which isn't bad. I got the burger, great size! I feel like it should have a special sauce and it would be a hit. Fries were perfect and crispy! I tried my nephews cinnamon French toast I believe and it was unbelievably delicious. I would definitely be back! read more

Ruth's Diner - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Great spot, got a table for 4 right away after walking in on a Sunday, ordered the pancakes scrambled eggs and hashbrowns. Loved the pancakes, the eggs tasted a little like powdered eggs but perhaps they added milk and I don't really mind that texture. Hashbrowns were also some of the best I've had at a diner. Would return! read more

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Delicious mac 'n cheese plus a complimentary biscuit. This is one of my favorite comfort food diners in Salt Lake City. Plus, the staff are all so friendly. There's a reason this place is always busy. They must be doing something right since they've been around since 1930! read more

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Ruth's Diner in the canyon is such a cute little spot, perfect for a date night. The atmosphere feels warm and inviting, with that classic diner charm and a touch of cozy romance. The food was genuinely good, flavorful, well-prepared, and just the right portions to leave you satisfied without feeling stuffed. Our server was super friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. I was honestly a little shocked by how few beer options they had, especially being so close to a big brewery. If you are hoping to pair your meal with a local brew, you might be a bit disappointed. That said, the food, service, and ambiance more than make up for it. It is a great choice if you want a relaxed, charming dinner spot in a beautiful setting. read more

Great outdoor mountain atmosphere. Food was really good service was good. Loved the live music read more

Ruth's Diner - Patio - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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I got the flank steak and I should have read it better. But to be fair the item doesn't make sense. It just wasn't good. So the steak is really covered in teriyaki. And it's not like the no bettahs, it's super runny watery sauce and it didn't taste well. If it was a light drizzle it might have been better. Beside the dish the place is a great place to eat at with a good scenery. read more

Ruth's Diner - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Amazing service and amazing food!!! Such a nice vibe and the portions are huge! Overall amazing experience at Ruth's. read more

Ruth's Diner - Ruth's Big Breakfast* Breakfast Burrito* - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Everything was delicious Highly recommend The biscuits and jelly are super good too read more

Always classic, Ruth's hits the spot. All of our entrees were spot on. Two challenges were 1- the biscuits were served with cold butter, couldn't spread it at all. 2- the waiters didn't really speak English. Definitely not the same top notch service but the food made up for it. read more

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The diner is located up the mountain great scenery the host and server were welcoming and attentive. The famous biscuits and raspberry jam were fresh and authentic. I enjoyed Ruth's! read more

Ruth's Diner - Famous Biscuits - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Charming diner that is beautiful both inside and outside. We sat indoors, which was very hot. We could see that the hostesses were on their phones 80% of the time that we dined in (not a good look). Our server seemed friendly but we noticed he didn't check in on us as often as other tables. So unfortunately, we didn't receive and couldn't ask for the raspberry jam (to pair with our biscuits) that was brought out to other tables right next to ours. It looked delicious and would've been nice to try as I'm reading now in other reviews that it's super delicious. Our portion sizes were large, but the food tasted bland and unseasoned. I think this diner brings a lot of nostalgia for folks, but the quality of food and service were lacking for us. read more

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I've come here several times moved away and then came back to visit SLC and it's just as good if not better. Big portions of delicious food and their fruit cup is actually a good mix! I settled in the chilaquiles with chorizo and it was a fight to clean my plate and I can put it down! The diner is in a beautiful location there in emigration canyon. Our server was a lot of fun full of character and all of the other customers and patrons that frequent the establishment are also so kind and friendly. And perhaps completely random but - they've got a nice restroom! That matters to some folk. read more

the patio, the fried pickles, the canyon location, the varietyyyyy. ok but i'm still giving 4 stars because smoked salmon salad was underseasoned and the wait is long. but still will be back for the fried pickles. read more

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I LOVE THIS PLACE! With that said it has the best biscuits I ever had they are so fresh .. and I love the strawberry jam.. Service is always good .. I love that they have a patio (we all agree on that) their eggs Benedict are so good so far I have fried the pull pork and the CFS one.. both delicious., read more

Ruth's Diner - Chicken Fried Steak Benedict* - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Went there Super Bowl Sunday and they were closed! The internet stated they were opened on Sundays. Someone should have posted that they would be closed! read more

I've decided my favorite things about Ruth's Diner is their patio and their breakfast. We visited for dinner and it was too windy for the patio and the dinner was so-so. The Roasted Red Pepper Hummus appetizer was the highlight. The turkey and avocado sandwich was bland and the fries weren't warm. The low-light was the Baked Macaroni and Cheese - it was tasteless and I would not order again. Next time I come back - I will make sure it's for breakfast and that the patio is available! read more

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Ruth's has very good service. It is friendly and very efficient. They are very well organized so everything gets done by the assigned employee. They have many choices for breakfast so everyone can find something they may like, whether it is something savory or sweet, innovative or traditional. We liked what we ordered but did not love the hash browns. I ordered the chicken fried steak Benedict and it was good but both the breading on the steak and the English muffin were very soggy, and that kind of ruined the dish. They need to figure out a better way to serve it so it doesn't get soggy and unpleasant. My husband really liked the pork chile verde omelette. The pork was tender and very flavorful. read more

Every once in a while, there's a place that is really iconic and it's hard to understand why. Here I think it must be the location. Sitting in the canyon with all the mountains and fresh air is enjoyable, especially if you're sitting outside. But here's the thing... the food is kind of gross and flavorless and wet. The help is impatient and the whole place kind of smells like the bathroom inside. Like mothballs that have just been urinated on. read more

Homemade biscuit greet you when you are seated Pork tacos was amazing, including hot honey, and mango slaw. Give it a good balance taste. Omelettes had generous portions, excellent Service Friendly, and fast Very popular, indoor outdoor seating For a return trip read more

I can't believe it took me 17 years of living in Utah to finally get up to Ruth's. It's been on my list forever and it did not disappoint. I absolutely loved all the stories and lore about Ruth on their website and thwsir menu. It reminded me so much of my no BS taking Appalachian Mamaw. The food was great! I loved what I tried and what my husband got. The bread before the meal must have been amazing because the table scarfed it down and asked for more. The location is beautiful, of course. We went in late summer when the weather was still warm enough to sit on the patio and enjoy the canyon. read more

It's unfortunate but eating on their outdoor patio is not tolerable. The bees were swarming all the tables and while I am tolerable of bugs when eating on patios it was simple not possible to put a bite of food in your mouth without a be on your fork. Maybe late fall or early spring. As for summer go elsewhere. read more

Food was delicious! As soon as you sit they bring warm fully biscuits. The service was quick and everyone was very nice. read more

Ruth's Diner - Pork Chili Verde Omelette - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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I've been going to Ruth's Diner since I was a child, and I have never left that restaurant hungry or disappointed. My boyfriend and I went for breakfast recently, and it was surprisingly not too busy. We were seated right away, and our server was friendly and cheerful. He got our coffee right away, which is always appreciated. The signature biscuits are fluffy and delicious, and even my boyfriend (who isn't a huge biscuit fan) enjoyed them. He ordered the breakfast combo with bacon and french toast, and I ordered the asparagus omelet. Everything was delicious and fresh. read more

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What a nice place I have lived in Utah for a while and never decided to go up to this Diner. It was worth the drive and also the food was great. There was a bit of a wait but it was worth it. I sat outdoors and it was nice to be in a nice nature setting. The waitress was very attentive and the biscuit that is at your table was so tasty! I enjoyed a salad and my husband had a sandwich like a Philly cheese steak. The fries are good and everything was nice. I would definitely go back to experience another good dish they have. The bathroom was clean and the whole place just had this nice old feel to it. Seating inside is pretty snug that is why we chose to sit outdoors. The menu is not too overwhelming as well. Parking is a hit or miss because the lot is shared with another food joint. read more

Ruth's Diner - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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The last time we were in Salt Lake we had the misfortune of driving through Emigration Canyon on a day when Ruth's was closed. We're glad that we stopped this time. They were busy but we were seated quickly. Our waitress Bella appeared out of nowhere and I instantly realized that she embodied the sass, dash of chutzpah, and sense of humor that we would have found in Ruth. In addition she was extremely professional and attentive. We were seated in a back table next to the kitchen - a lot of traffic but none of it interfered with our meal. We were quickly served enormous fluffy biscuits which we slathered with butter and nosed on while waiting for our meals. Food came out quickly -- fresh and hot. I couldn't decide between the 'This Is Almost The Place' burger (IYKYK) and the Aussie burger. The Aussie burger won out and while my husband's Reuben and fries looked great, I couldn't take my eyes off of my Aussie burger. The Aussie burger is ALL THAT. Thanks to Bella for taking care of us. We'll be back soon! read more

Ruth's Diner - Best biscuits ever... - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

This is my first time trying Ruth's, and I will say I'll definitely be back. Eggs Benedict is my favorite breakfast, they make the hollandaise sauce by scratch! The service and ambience is wonderful as well and it's very inviting. I'll definitely be adding this place to my list of favorites!! read more

Ruth's Diner - Eggs Benedict* - Diners Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

We stopped by for breakfast at Ruth's Diner and had a hearty meal with friendly service. They gave us some complimentary biscuits which were really buttery, soft, and delicious. I devoured them in minutes! We got the Cinnamon Roll French Toast and the Sunrise Spuds. The cinnamon roll french toast was just as it sounds - it was a cinnamon roll in french toast form, served with little dollops of orange cream cheese. The sunrise spuds were hashbrowns with mushrooms, cheese, pico de gallo, and guacamole. Everything was tasty, served in large portions, and well-priced. read more

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We had the absolute best experience at Ruth's Diner, starting with Adam our incredible server. We're visiting from California, and from the moment we sat down, Adam made us feel like we were right at home. His warm, positive energy was a huge ray of sunshine that completely made our morning. The food was amazing. The omelettes were fresh, perfectly cooked, and absolutely delicious. I got the asparagus omelet and added mushrooms and artichoke. And wow what a great decision that was!! So fresh! Just a side note, people have been posting unattractive photos of the food at this place which made me skeptical about going, but everything was amazing and fresh so disreguard the bad pictures people post haha! The atmosphere was stunning! Nestled in such a beautiful spot, it's the kind of place you want to linger. Adam truly set the tone for what turned out to be a perfect start to our day. Just so sweet and well spoken, friendly, knew his stuff! We can't wait to come back... and when we do, we'll definitely be asking for Adam again! read more

Umm just come for The biscuits! So good, I wish it they were warm! We came around 12 seemed busy but we were seated right away inside. We wanted to sit outside but I think maybe for the winter they only have few tables. And didn't feel like waiting. We were hungry. I ordered Ruth's breakfast combo with French toast. Not a fan of peppered bacon but it was good. Everything was good in my opinion. Nothing was like omg this is the best over easy eggs and bacon I've had, but I enjoyed my breakfast. 1 complaint was the hashbrowns. They tasted good but wish they were crispy :( not crispy at all. Go with a different side IMO. Coffee was good. I liked the pac cakes better then they French toast. French toast was good but pancakes had more flavor. Our server was very attentive and friendly. He sounded like crunk for emperors new groove and it honestly made my day but I couldn't bring myself to tell him! read more

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