chef serving sandwich and chips

A fresh take on a
historic location

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About

About

The Garden Restaurant is a fresh take on a storied dining space inside one of downtown Salt Lake City’s crown jewels.


We’re on the ground floor of the historic Joseph Smith Memorial Building in the former Nauvoo Café space—now with direct street access and a newly renovated dining area. While we share a name with the former Garden Restaurant on the 10th floor, we’re offering a new experience with quick lunch service.


Dine in or order online Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. to try our savory soups, fresh salads, and made-to-order sandwiches or signature dishes like our turkey pot pie.

Hours

Hours

Monday–Friday

11am–3pm

We’re conveniently located in downtown Salt Lake City next to Temple Square, City Creek Mall, and the Temple Square TRAX station. Parking under the Joseph Smith Memorial Building can be accessed while heading west on South Temple Street.

Holidays

New Year’s Day Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, January 20, 2025
Presidents’ Day Monday, February 17, 2025
Memorial Day Monday, May 26, 2025
Juneteenth Thursday, June 19, 2025
Independence Day Friday, July 4, 2025
Pioneer Day Thursday, July 24, 2025
Labor Day Monday, September 1, 2025
Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 27, 2025
Day after Thanksgiving* Friday, November 28, 2025
Christmas Eve* Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Christmas Day Thursday, December 25, 2025
*May be open depending on Business Needs

Your New favorite lunch spot

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Gift Cards

Lunch is on you with a Garden Restaurant gift card.