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WildWood Restaurant American Restaurant, Salt Lake City, UT

WildWood Restaurant American Restaurant

4.8 (896)
$30 and under
American
564 E 3rd Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84103

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WildWood Restaurant American Restaurant

4.8
$30 and under
American
Salt Lake City

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Your neighborhood restaurant featuring contemporary American food. We have a main dining area, patio and a secluded speak easy. The speak easy is available on select nights so please call for availability.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Michael Richey

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What 896 people are saying

WildWood Restaurant American Restaurant 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Salt Lake City

    Best Value

  • Salt Lake City

    American

  • Salt Lake City

    Best Value

  • Salt Lake City

    Neighborhood gem

  • Salt Lake City

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
WildWood Restaurant is a standout in Utah, praised for its "excellent food" and "attentive service." Diners highlight the "large portions" and "eclectic menu." The ambiance is lively yet cozy, perfect for special occasions. The patio dining is a favorite, and the staff is always "friendly and knowledgeable." Highly recommended!
896 Reviews
  1. Kristine Gold

    Salt Lake City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was excellent. We had beef stroganoff and the beet salad. We happen to go on the hottest day of the year and it was really warm in the restaurant. I think their AC was broken and they were waiting for it to get repaired. They did their best by turning on all the fans. I will definitely be going back!

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  2. James

    Salt Lake City2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly service, nice outdoor seating, but the food ruined it. Wanted to love this place but I’ll probably not be back.

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  3. Ryan

    Salt Lake City1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good service. Great ambience, although it was a little too warm. Good selection of food. I had the Mountain Burger. It was so salty I couldn’t eat it all. Fries were likewise over seasoned.

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  4. Matthew

    Salt Lake City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 4, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Classic neighborhood bistro. Great ambiance and people.

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  5. Colleen Gold

    New York City22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent. Really the best overall restaurant in Utah. Love this place

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  6. Sophia

    Salt Lake City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and excellent service from Ms. Teapot! My friends and I had the fried frog, BBQ ribs, fish and chips, and Mediterranean style carrots—everything was delicious. The cocktails were mid, but the food and service more than made up for it. We’ll definitely be back!

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  7. Heather

    Salt Lake City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, location & service. The burrata salad is amazing

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  8. Minerva

    Salt Lake City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cascade was very attentive. Lively. She recommended dishes that we loved .

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  9. Roni

    Dallas2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 7, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food exceeded my expectations and I will definitely be back. The large portion size was a nice surprise and I was able to take home my delicious pork paillard for leftovers. I thought the service was flat. Since Wildwood is a finer dining experience it would be nice to see the front of the house staff (servers and hostess) uniforms look more polished and put together. A friendly smile would have been nice too. I worked in the food service industry for a long time and pleasant and kind customer service goes a long way.

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  10. Tobin

    Dallas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit and we got to sit on the patio. Both the food and service were excellent and this place is now on our go-to.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Michael Richey

FAQs

Portions at WildWood are generous, guests regularly say plates are large and very shareable. Many recommend ordering a few small plates or sharing entrees so you can try more of the menu and save room for dessert (bread pudding and beignets get particular praise). Expect leftovers at times, which guests appreciate.

Family-friendly: yes, many guests bring family, teens and celebrate birthdays here, and the generous portions make sharing easy. Accessible seating: not specifically stated in available information. If mobility needs or wheelchair access are important, call ahead so the staff can accommodate seating preferences.

For a less crowded experience, choose a Wednesday or Thursday evening or an early Sunday dinner. Friday and Saturday are the most popular and lively nights, so plan ahead and reserve if you prefer peak energy or want a specific table like the patio or speakeasy.

Yes, families and guests with children dine here and many celebrate birthdays at WildWood. The menu leans toward creative American small plates and hearty entrees rather than a dedicated kids’ menu, so consider sharing dishes or ordering early seating. Call ahead if you have specific needs for younger children.

Yes, WildWood features a popular outdoor patio. Guests frequently praise the patio as shaded, comfortable and perfect for summer dining; many recommend requesting patio seating when you make a reservation.

Warm, neighborhood and slightly eclectic, WildWood is often described as a cozy, tucked-away gem with creative, well-executed dishes. The atmosphere ranges from intimate and charming on the patio to lively and bustling inside (open kitchen, close tables). Service is consistently noted as friendly and attentive, enhancing the welcoming vibe.

Yes, guests report the staff is accommodating (moving parties to the patio, turning music down, helping with seating requests). The speakeasy is available on select nights by calling ahead, so it’s a good idea to phone the restaurant to request seating preferences, accessibility needs, or celebrate special occasions.

Yes, WildWood is a strong date-night choice. Guests frequently praise the cozy, intimate vibe, creative American menu, thoughtful cocktails and attentive service. The patio and a secluded speakeasy (available on select nights) add romantic options. Note: the main dining room can get lively and a bit noisy when full, so request patio or the speakeasy for a quieter evening and make a reservation.

WildWood offers a main dining room, an outdoor patio and a tucked-away speakeasy downstairs (available on select nights). The patio is a popular choice in warm weather for its shaded, relaxed feel, while the speakeasy can be reserved by calling ahead when available.

There’s no explicit public info about a formal waiting list, but guests commonly report the restaurant fills up and reservations are recommended. If you arrive without a reservation, ask the host about wait times or added openings, calling ahead is the best way to secure seating on busy nights.

Busiest: Friday and Saturday dinner service, guests note the place fills up quickly and becomes lively. Quietest: early dinner times on Wed/Thu or Sunday evenings, and the patio or speakeasy tend to be calmer options. Reservations and early seating help avoid peak crowd noise.

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Make a reservation

A photo of WildWood Restaurant American Restaurant restaurant

WildWood Restaurant American Restaurant

4.8
$30 and under
American
Salt Lake City

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
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