What to order at The Copper Onion

Must order
The Copper Onion burger plus a house-made pasta dish from the rotating menu.
Editor tip
Reserve via OpenTable. Sister room Copper Common next door for cocktails after dinner.
CuisineNew American Gastropub
Price$$$$
Tasting menu$$$
Neighborhooddowntown
HoursMon-Fri 11:30-15:00, 17:00-22:00; Sat-Sun 10:30-15:00, 17:00-22:00
ChefRyan Lowder
Book ahead1 week
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Must order: The Copper Onion burger plus a house-made pasta dish from the rotating menu.

Tip: Reserve via OpenTable. Sister room Copper Common next door for cocktails after dinner.

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Address: 111 E Broadway, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

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