Student Picks

X Wife’s Place

X Wife’s Place is the bar where you can sit back, relax, have a few drinks, try your hand in a game of pool or corn hole, and more. We have been providing entertainment to Salt Lake City, UT for years, and we are the oldest-running family bar in the region!

In fact, we are the only bar on the east side of downtown, and we are the closest bar to the University of Utah.

Have a drink inside our bar, while enjoying some entertainment, or enjoy the night sky out on our patio.

The Green Pig Pub

The Green Pig Pub strives to be an eco-friendly pub that is truly green & has more to offer than any other. We’ve got a delicious food menu, which accommodates all, including vegan & gluten free diets.

But that’s not all we have to offer, we have live music on Monday nights with our famous Blues Jam,  karaoke on Thursday nights & trivia every Sunday & Wednesday night, an event that get everyone using their noggins.

You can’t find any better pub, especially with the amazing staff that really makes you feel like a V.I.P. every night you come to hang out. It’s a great place to meet up with friends or make new ones. Centrally located downtown within walking distance of the Salt Palace, Grand America & all other downtown destinations.

Twist SLC

A must see, taste, and experience in Utah’s nightlife district. Twist is a unique multi-level bar, bistro & nightclub. A renovated 19th-century boiler room with a sleek makeover that is classic and modern with plenty of space for you to enjoy.

There’s an incredible outdoor patio that frequently features live DJ’s and an unforgettable outdoor party. Come hungry! We have a huge menu featuring clever small plates and signature entrées.

We serve a delicious selection of beverages from the best local craft breweries, specially crafted cocktails, and distinctive wines. There’s something for everyone here at Twist, come check it out!