Salt Lake Roasting Co.

We had a wonderful time at this cafe we happened to stop by on our way to the Gilgal Sculpture Garden! The staff were all friendly — especially John, the owner of the cafe, who seemed sincerely passionate about coffee and was super welcoming. He even gave us recommendations about where to visit in the city, which we’re glad we added to our list! And Aspen the dog was incredibly adorable, she melted my heart 🥹 We just came for some morning coffee but the tables were also the perfect height to work at, which lots of people were doing. Overall, it’s the kind of cafe we’d frequent if we lived nearby and one we’ll definitely recommend everyone visiting SLC!! It was the perfect start to our trip and we’re very thankful we stopped by.

Really good coffee and a nice selection to choose from! I’m just visiting Salt Lake City, and I’m glad I stopped by before leaving. The barista was super friendly and explained the differences between the coffees, which I appreciated since I’m not a coffee expert. Lovely vibe too—bright, cozy, and perfect for a morning coffee. Definitely a spot I’ll come back to if I ever visit Utah again.

Everyone is so friendly. The coffee is excellent. You can tell the owner has such passion for coffee in everything he does. Really good espanola quiche!! Also the dog is adorable. Thank you for the camping recommendations too!!! You guys made our trip so memorable!

As a home coffee drinker from Indonesia, I have tried many coffee beans from various locations and coffee roasters throughout the country. I have also tried some coffee shops near downtown SLC. Salt Lake Roasting Co. is different. They offer a vast selection of beans from Africa, Asia, my country, Indonesia, and South America. This is an advantage because you can try to find varieties of coffee from around the world and mix them. Tips for coffee drinkers: 1. Identify your preference: Do you like bold coffee or fruity? Or, like me, 60% bold and 40% fruity? 2. Ask the barista which matches your preferences, or you can mix your favorites. 3. Buy pour-over coffee and ask to use 50% Brazil/Sumatra for a bold taste, and 50% Ethiopia/Peru/Any fruity beans to add a fruity taste. You can mix anything you want and match any ingredients to create So my point is, drinking coffee doesn't mean you need to drink what the barista serves. At Salt Lake Roasting Co., you can have an adventure of taste. Tips for Home Coffee Brewer: Consult with John, the owner. Ask about your preferences. He is like a doctor who can recommend the perfect beans for you. He is a fantastic guy. I think I like Ethiopia more than Bali, but he highly recommended that I should try Bali Natural. So, I trusted him and bought it, then brewed it at home. He also gave me a small amount of Ethiopian beans to test it. And he is right! I really like Bali Natural compared to Ethiopian beans. (This is personal preference.) Bali Natural has a fruity taste, similar to the Bali Kintamani I usually drink in Indonesia. He roasted it well. He is a genius! You can also get free beans after buying 9 times, if I'm not mistaken.

The coffee itself was good. However, there was a weird and unpleasant smell when we visited, and it kept lingering around. The smell even stuck to our clothes and hair. The restroom was clean.

Salt Lake Roasting company is a gem. You’ve nailed it. All you lucky people in SLC have it good. Passing through here on our way to west coast and found this great place in the am after a search for coffee open early. Tom at the counter was friendly and made on of the best lattes I’ve ever had. He’s the lead roaster here and has been roasting for over 20 years on their vintage 1920s roaster. The store is vibrant and laid out so well. The decor and many items for sale that are coffee related were fun to browse through. Fresh baked muffins, rolls and croissant sandwiches smelled and looked great. Bathrooms are immaculate and clean. Nice little parking lot in back , which can get full so parking off of 800 East street is recommended unless coming early or later in the day. All is ADA compliant and I had no problems accessing or using space in the store

i love this place!! came in this morning to do a little studying before my class. it's my first time here in a couple years, and i think i'm going to frequent this little shop more! i got a hot americano with a splash of soy milk to stay and it was so good. the service was quick and the barista was so kind! love the shop's atmosphere - very welcoming and peaceful and has the cutest decor :) the bathrooms were also very clean which is always a plus. didn't try any of their food but I definitely will next time, it all smells so good! highly recommend visiting this place if you need a nice place to work/study.

I love going here. It's an eclectic, casual atmosphere (lots of places to sit, cool loft) with lots of variety in the menu. It's consistently good and the staff are awesome. They are attentive and kind. The matcha latte is my favorite item! And the quiche is also super good.