chef serving sandwich and chips

A fresh take on a
historic location

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The Garden Restaurant copper and black G medallion logo

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

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

Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 26, 2026 Closed
Christmas Day Friday, December 25, 2026 Closed
New Year's Day Friday, January 1, 2027 Closed
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, January 18, 2027 Closed
Presidents' Day Monday, February 15, 2027 Closed
Easter Observed Friday, March 26, 2027 Open
Memorial Day Monday, May 31, 2027 Open
Juneteenth Saturday, June 19, 2027 Open
Independence Day Observed Monday, July 5, 2027 Open
Pioneer Day Saturday, July 24, 2027 Open
Labor Day Monday, September 6, 2027 Open
Columbus Day Monday, October 11, 2027 Closed
Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 25, 2027 Closed
Christmas Day Saturday, December 25, 2027 Closed

Your New favorite
lunch spot​

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Gift Cards

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