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Name: The Roof Restaurant
Address: 15 East South Temple 10th Floor, Salt Lake City, UT, United States, 84150
Telephone: (801) 539-1911
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

The Roof Restaurant

4.5

2280 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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The Roof Restaurant is Utah’s premier gourmet dining buffet, located on the 10th floor of the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City. Our menu includes our renowned dessert buffet and exciting international cuisine along with traditional favorites that change monthly.

Reservations are recommended. Call ahead to experience gourmet dining you’re sure to remember.
Note: no alcohol or coffee is served.

PRICING: Adults $46.00, Vegetarian $36.00, Youth (5-11): 23.00, Child (under 5): Free

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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(801) 539-1911
Website
http://www.templesquare.com/dining/the-roof-restaurant/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Timothy McMillan

Location
15 East South Temple, 10th Floor, Salt Lake City, UT 84150
Neighborhood
Salt Lake City
Cross street
State Street
Parking details
The Joseph Smith Memorial Building Underground Parking has a in-street entrance is on South Temple street. Please enter west-bound on South Temple. As you turn onto South Temple, the entrance is on the left. At the bottom of the ramp, turn right to enter the Joseph Smith Memorial Building garage.
Public transit
The City Center Stop on the Trax Blue-Line is within a 3-minute walking distance to the Joseph Smith Memorial Building.
Entertainment
Live piano music every night and during select daytime special event openings.
Additional
Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access

What 2,280 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

2,280 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We absolutely love The Roof restaurant. The food is quality and the atmosphere is amazing! Loved the Piano playing, loved our waitress. It was a perfect night.
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Shawn
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Worth every penny, amazing view, amazing food, and amazing service!
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CelesteC
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it! I have to eat gluten free and there were a lot of gluten free and very tasty options! The atmosphere and views are wonderful! Very romantic!! I love the prime rib, among many other options!!
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 11, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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JenniferC
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was amazing food and atmosphere located right by the temple
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 9, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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Flushemup
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic meal at a fantastic location! Looking forward to eating here again.
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BalletGem
Salt Lake City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Superior Service! The wait staff was flawless, our personal server left nothing to be desired. The used plates and utensils were removed and replaced with a fresh napkin each time we would ascend the small staircase to the buffet. The pianist was exceptional at keeping the mood light and yet romantic if desired. He was both talented and personable. His smile as you would catch his eye was infectious and made the experience of being at The Roof Restaurant that much more special. Celebrating 2 birthdays that evening was a delight, the food was displayed in a proper rotation for the palate and the taste of each item was exceptional. Truly a special place.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 9, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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AilaniM
Salt Lake City
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated a birthday and it was wonderful
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 9, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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ElizabethM
Salt Lake City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience5
My friend and I went to the Roof to celebrate our birthdays. it was my first time there. I would rank the service excellent, except that when we got up to get dessert, we came back to our table being cleared away. the young lady apologized and reset the table. We were fine with it, except the regular waitress made the following comment: "Well she saw how long you have been here and thought you would be done by now". What a rude thing to say to paying customers! We traveled an hour to get there and wanted to relax and enjoy our dinner while visiting. We did not intend to be rude and take up the time for other people. We were not told there was a timeline on our dinner. Which was $50 per person. I was very disappointed to be treated that way but I still left a generous tip.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 9, 2020
Thank you for your recent visit to our restaurant and for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We will be taking your comments into consideration. Our Guest Relation Manager, Andrew will contact you to further discuss your recent visit.
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KevinS
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The view of the city & Temple Square is inspiring, especially at sunset. The service and food are excellent as well as the music. Thank you for helping us celebrate our wedding anniversary! Everything was perfect!
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 7, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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JasonB
Grand Rapids
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Roof is an outstanding restaurant. With the restaurant located on the top floor of the Joseph Smith Memorial Building and overlooking Temple Square, the ambiance can’t be beat. The food is always excellent, and this visit was no different. Lot’s of top notch entree’s and fresh sides to choose from - and the desserts are amazing! The service has always been a strong point at The Roof. We were there with my so. For a special occasion for my son, and they made him feel like a king. The servers chat with you and really get to know you, and offer suggestions of things you should try at the restaurant. Truly a wonderful experience over all. I’m never disappointed when I go to The Roof.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 9, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was amazing. Our waitress, Janet was incredible.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 4, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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TeryS
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was impeccable, as was the food. It is buffet, but nothing like your average buffet. And the view of Salt Lake City at night was lovely. Second time there and worth the price.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 4, 2020
We thank you for taking the time to express your opinions and concerns regarding your evening with us. We will be taking your comments into consideration, and hope to see you again in the near future!
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DavidG
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was so good. The service was fabulous! Our server was so amazing. Thank you for a great time. Little details like offering suggestions on the food and offering to take our picture with the beautiful view out the window overlooking temple square. Overall a really fun time.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 4, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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DaleG
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is fantastic! I love trying the individual meat platters. It is also fun to bring back some type of dessert (love the creme brulee). My favorite desserts are the creme brulee and flan (not there this last time). Another favorite is the large jumbo shrimp in the salad section.
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SueM
Salt Lake City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Whenever we have a special occasion, we celebrate at the Roof! The atmosphere, food, service and piano music add soo much to our evening!
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 4, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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JudyK
Atlanta Metro
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Vusinying salt lake city and wanted to see the view. It was magnificent! Food and service was outstanding.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 28, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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LoriM
Key West
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall3food4service5ambience5
I was very much looking forward to this dinner. I was excited about the view which did not disappoint. However, I did not realize it was buffet style dining or an alcohol free restaurant. No glass of wine with your meal at this restaurant. The food was ok not outstanding. It was buffet food! The service was good! Once was enough for me.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 28, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We thank you for your opinion and we will be taking your comments into consideration. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall3food2service5ambience4
Average buffet with limited choices.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on March 4, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was my first time At the restaurant And I had a blast . Everything was awesome
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 22, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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AaronV
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love place, amazing View and delicious food!!!...😎🤙
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 26, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service and Food was great!!!
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 28, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated 2 birthdays!
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 26, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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BenjaminJ
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
This place is amazing! I would recommend and I am planning to go back.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 22, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great!!! Great!!! Great!!!
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BretE
Salt Lake City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall4food3service5ambience4
We had an enjoyable time. The waitress was fantastic.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I ate here while on a trip to Salt Lake City for a job interview. Twice. That’s how good it was. The food was outstanding - some of the best meals I’ve ever had. The live piano music accompanying the meal was great too! Most of all, the VIEW is unbelievable. Highly recommend during sunset.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 28, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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LarryC
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely worth every dollar spent. Great staff, incredible food, variety was terrific, views were magnificent.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 22, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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RichardW
Salt Lake City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2020
overall4food3service5ambience5
The food was good but not worth the price. Our server was excellent, very attentive and she had a great personality. We were dinning with friends we had not seen for 20 years and we felt like we were being rushed especially when we were presented with the bill about 1 hour 10 minutes after being seated.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for your honest review. We thank you for your opinion and we will be taking your comments into consideration.
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience5
I actually had a bit higher expectation for the desert. It was good though don’t get me wrong. The drinks were fabulous tasting, and good music. If I had to say one con it was nothing!
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We thank you for your opinion and we will be taking your comments into consideration. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding service. We went there for Valentine's day and had a terrific time. The food was delicious and the service was fantastic.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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DaWa
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been eating here for Valentine's day for the past 5 years. It's our tradition and we will keep coming back. We love it!
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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VeronicaS
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I love The Roof. We go there every year to celebrate our anniversary, and have the best experience. The staff is friendly and always on top of their service.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food was amazing and service was too
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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LindaC
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it but pricey. Our waitress was so fun and knowledgeable. There was noise but we were able to carry on a conversation with our group.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We thank you for your opinion and we will be taking your comments into consideration. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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RonH
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, service was excellent, and so was the view of downtown.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about this place is awesome the waitress was super nice and helpful and the food was just amazing!
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I loved the live music, it was quite loud over our conversations though. I did enjoy all of the options to eat as a vegetarian though.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for your recent visit to our restaurant and for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We hope to see you again soon!
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DavidH
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food! Great service by our attendants! Keep it up! That is why we go there for special occasions.
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall4food4service3ambience4
View is great. Food is mediocre. Paying for the view, not the food.
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TriciaB
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Eat dessert first before you get too full. The music and service are superb!
The Roof RestaurantResponded on February 21, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our restaurant. We are pleased to hear about your experience. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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15 East South Temple, 10th Floor, Salt Lake City, UT 84150

Additional information

Cross street
State Street
Neighborhood
Salt Lake City
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
The Joseph Smith Memorial Building Underground Parking has a in-street entrance is on South Temple street. Please enter west-bound on South Temple. As you turn onto South Temple, the entrance is on the left. At the bottom of the ramp, turn right to enter the Joseph Smith Memorial Building garage.
Public transit
The City Center Stop on the Trax Blue-Line is within a 3-minute walking distance to the Joseph Smith Memorial Building.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Timothy McMillan
Entertainment
Live piano music every night and during select daytime special event openings.
Additional
Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.templesquare.com/dining/the-roof-restaurant/
Phone number
(801) 539-1911

The Roof Restaurant

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Additional information

Menu

Soups, Salads, and Appetizers

Fresh raw vegetables

Chilled poached salmon

Jumbo shrimp

Tossed green salad

Balsamic Vinegar and olive oil available

Main Entrées

Prime Rib

Honey Baked Ham

Chicken Entrée*

Fish Entrée*

Lamb or Pork Entrée*

Desserts

Fresh fruit

Flan

Chocolate-dipped strawberries

Chocolate mousse

Berry mousse

Crème brulée

What 2,280 people are saying

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