Family-friendly, retro atmosphere diner featuring vegan comfort foods with breakfast served all day alongside cocktails, wine, and local beer. The large menu offers choices like breakfast burrito, biscuits n gravy, nacho mamas, spicy fries, ranch burger, philly cheese steak sandwich, the vertical ruben, pancakes, and french toast. Displays local art, hosts monthly open-mic night, and a private party room is available for functions. Open Mon-Sun 9:00am-10:00pm.
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234 W 900 S, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, 84115
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322 Reviews
First Review by Roethke
CatsLoveMe
Points +663
Great service, ok food - Edit
AYCE pizza, awesome idea, don't see this kind of thing too often at vegan restaurants. The pizza was like your typical [censored] bar pizza, for better or worse. For me, I found that it started great but the more full I got the worse the pizza tasted. I will say their made in house sausage (the ingredient) is phenomenal.
Read moreThe fries were a little disappointing. Not crispy at all.
The dipping sauces were good. And the service was excellent.
If you're a bit of a pizza snob I recommend you stick to the traditional flavors on your visit.
Updated from previous review on 2023-07-28
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Vegan_Hiker_Foodie
Points +5741
Yummy brekkie and burgers! - Edit
I had The Mountain and it was really good! My mom did a build your breakfast with mushrooms, potatoes, and tempeh bacon…it was a little strange that they all came out in separate dishes instead of just on one plate so you could eat them together. We also got burgers to go and they were good too!
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sanniili
Points +404
Amazing food - Edit
Lovely staff and even nicer food. We loved it so much, we decided to come back the next day.
Read morePros: All vegan, Delicious food , Nice staff
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ColetteBartel
Points +58
Yum food good vibes - Edit
Was so happy to find this spot while passing through salt lake—we went two times in the 12 hours we were in town! We’ll priced for the portions, yummy food with lots of options, great decor (animals🥺), and good service. Yay for vegans in salt lake
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TimothyKinney
Points +20
Amazing food - Edit
Great tasting food, and great service. Their hot sauce is amazing by the way
Read morePros: Good vegan food, Fast friendly service , Awesome hot sauce
Cons: No dislikes
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EatPlantsNotFriends
Points +328
Great place! - Edit
Such delicious food. The prices were amazing, the food was delicious, and the service was quick! Everybody was very kind. I deducted a star because my spouse and I both got French toast; his was over-cooked and mine was still raw in some places. The French toast also had like four berries on it. Aside from that, it was absolutely delicious and we cannot wait to come back someday!
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anitacat
Points +195
Traditional breakfast!! - Edit
A great place for anyone (like me) who misses a traditional diner breakfast. It’s that but veganized! Tons of options, friendly staff, and indoor and outdoor seating.
Read moreTraciRatliff
This place looks amazing! 😍
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duncards
Points +276
All vegan - Edit
I have not been disappointed when going here, the food is great the staff is great. The only thing that leaves me sad is they aren't closer to my town. I also wish I could try everything on the menu!
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dlachica
Points +4240
Show the love - Edit
You can tell the staff is committed to Vertical Diner and appreciate your business. While construction is expected to last until July, don’t let it detour you from visiting. We went around 12:00 on a Saturday and had no problems parking and getting to the restaurant.
Read moreI gave it four stars because of my meal. I had the tofu scramble with potatoes, tempeh bacun and pancakes. I have had better tofu scramble and the tempeh bacun was just not for me. Our server offered to swap it out if I wanted something different, which was very nice! . I was provided hot sauce and added it to the tofu scramble with jazzed it up. Pancakes and potatoes were good and basic.
Pros: Outdoor seating, Friendly staff, Breakfast all day
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Mairicru
Points +130
So much choice - Edit
I can see why this place had so many reviews. Although a bit of a trench through some building works to get there we were really impressed once we sat down. We were overwhelmed by choice. I chose ‘the mountain’ breakfast - the tempeh tasted super sweet but was nicely counteracted by the other savoury flavours. As a Brit I was also so happy to get a decent mug of tea in America. Hope to get back soon on this trip!
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joanna240
Points +373
Cozy vegan dining - Edit
When we visited Vertical, the street in front was torn up so we had to drive in circles to park and then walk across the mud to reach the front door. But it was well worth the slight detour, and I wasn't surprised to see that there weren't a lot of available seats.
Read moreThe menu has a good selection of comfort food dishes. We all ordered burgers, and I scarfed down the Morrissey (lentil burger with cashew truffle chevre). I got it with the salad, which was generously sized, while the rest of my party ordered the chili, which I tasted. Really good: I was lucky they let me have a bite. The Han's kombucha, locally produced, was outstanding. For anyone who doesn't like kombucha, the list of drinks was long.
Service was A , and we picked up some dessert bars at the counter for our upcoming plane ride. Also yummy
I will be back on my next visit to SLC.
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Tom1973
Points +698
Go for the pancakes and mac n cheeze - Edit
I’m new to the SLC area so it was a nice surprise to enjoy this diner. The pancakes were fantastic and the biscuits and gravy left me completely satisfied. They also serve local coffee which tasted divine.
Read moreEdit: went back for the mac bowl with inferno tiger tenders and I haven’t stopped dreaming about it since. Absolutely life changing.
Updated from previous review on 2023-02-15
Pros: All vegan diner , Affordable , Great taste
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JacobGonzalez
Points +23
Absolutely Incredible - Edit
Tender Tigers - Delicious, crispy goodness on any day; would not recommend the Buffalo version, it’s personally an aggressive, synthetic tasting, non-savory type of spice.
Read moreThe Avalanche - Will always leave you feeling full and ready for the day. Perfectly spiced hash, fluffy scramble, and would recommend the heart sauzage.
Biscuits and Gravy - Will make you forget this is an all vegan restaurant.
Carrot Cake a la Mode - Moist, creamy, and the perfect balance of sugar. Will make you feel ways Ben nor Jerry was able to. Go to desert!
Pros: Clean, friendly, and hard working staff
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erint945
Points +727
Quirky Diner for a Solo Traveller - Edit
I sat at the bar as I was visiting solo during a work trip. Staff was super friendly and made great recommendations on what menu items were most popular. Plenty of junk food style items on the menu but I also found the side salad to be super fresh and tasty.
Read moreBrownie with ice cream was an awesome treat after my meal.
*Visited 2022-11-12
Updated from previous review on 2023-03-01
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holdfast2012
Points +1341
Just what was needed! - Edit
My first time in SLC and desperately wanted a decent brunch! It definitely had a pretty authentic diner feel. I had their chikun Caesar salad, which was awesome. My dad had the pancakes, tofu scramble, and Seiten bacon. I didn’t much care for the flavor and texture of the Seiten.
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fearious
Points +305
Great Diner Feel - Edit
It’s so nice when everything is plant-based so you don’t have to carefully inspect the menu and ask tons of questions to the server.
Read moreI had as an appetizer the “Tender Tigers” which had great texture and a good fried crispy outside. The vegan ranch to dip in was super tasty. The only disappointment was my sandwich. I ordered the Reuben and if Yupik are going to make a Reuben, it needs to be thin sliced whatever product is used. There’s is made from tempeh and it comes with big strips of it so that unless you cradle the sandwich with both hands, the tempeh is going to fall out. It comes with house made sauerkraut which was tasty, but super light portions. Sauerkraut needs to be piled on a Reuben. I got a side of the Mac n Cheese - AMAZING. Super savory, no coconut flavors which plagues many vegan Mac & Cheese’s. The hemp brownie was super tasty which I took to go and enjoyed with a cup of coffee. The staff was super friendly and I hate to be negative about the reuben, but it made me wish I would have tried the German sausage or the Philly Cheesesteak. I forgot to take pics, but definitely visit when you are in SLC.
Pros: Vegan, Friendly staff, Serves a limited amount of beer, wine & liquor
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WillDuffy
Points +103
Delicious food but slow service - Edit
This was everything I wanted from a diner in terms of food. I got the Dudecakes which were delicious pancakes covered in gravy, peppers, onion, mushrooms, and fries. Vegan, but not necessarily healthy!
Read moreMy only complaint is that the service was a bit slow. Our server was very polite and friendly. I think they were just busy, so I'm not upset about it. It was just a bit longer than I expected from a diner.
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DrinkNature
Points +100
Couldn’t say enough wonderful things! - Edit
The food, the staff, the location, did I mention the food? I was totally taken aback that Salt Lake City had such a plethora of vegan restaurants. We happened into Vertical Diner after a long plane ride and we took a chance. It totally paid off. This is such a vibrant restaurant. The staff is enthusiastic and very personable. The owner was training our server and came to our table several times. We discussed that I had been a restaurant owner in the past. We discussed front of the house and back of house staff. We discussed the comprehensive menu. We ate so much food and took food back to our hotel with us. My husband had the French toast as dessert! And was it delicious. I have limitations on what I can eat for my health. And they were completely fulfilled by this restaurant. I had the Rueben. I typically can’t finish off any meal and I eat small portions throughout the day. I slaughtered the sandwich. Then I took back to the hotel with me the TBLAT. It was delicious the next morning before my flight. My husband took to hotel the Asian noodles. Also, delicious the next morning. I have eaten vegan food all over the world and I have to say this is one of my favorite spots. I’m actually going back to Salt Lake City in June and I will be haunting the Vertical Diner. One of the most impressive things the owner told me was that other vegan restaurant owners in the area eat at this restaurant. They advertise each others’ restaurants with table tents. I’ve never seen that. It’s a very supportive collective.
Read morePros: Totally vegan menu, Gluten-free options, Well, priced for what you get
Cons: That I can’t go there on a weekly basis
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Jan-HendrikSchneider
Points +137
Sehr lecker - Edit
Waren bei unserem Stop in SLC in diesem Diner. Nette Bedienung, leckeres Essen, coole Atmosphäre, preislich fair.
Read moreEs gibt all Day Breakfast und sehr leckere Brownies.
Insgesamt ein schönes klassisch amerikanisches Diner.
Hier kann man durchaus verweilen.
Pros: Komplett vegan, Preislich fair , Gute Bahn Anbindung
Cons: Etwas Außerhalb
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ponchoswindow
Points +818
Not understanding the hype - Edit
Im honesty just disappointed. I got a pretty fair amount of food and coffee but I wasn’t very stoked on any of it. The mac and cheese was really good, I’ll admit to that. The mac is good, but the toppings were sad. I got the one with tempeh and broccoli but the tempeh tasted like dry plain peanuts and the broc was just barely steamed and definitely not seasoned. Also
Read moreHow is this place getting away with calling chunks of potatoes, “hashbrowns”. That was the biggest shock of my week.
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CarriBaum
Points +167
Wish I lived in Utah just for this place alone - Edit
This was so good. We got the nachos for an appetizer which were amazing and huge portion for two people even, then I got the tiger Chick’n sandwich with Mac n cheese and all of it was delish, my boyfriend got the german sausage sub with mashed potatoes and gravy and again soooo good.
Read morePros: Everything is vegan and many options, Everything is made in house, Everything is delicious
Cons: Nothing at all! Go here!
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GerardoVelasquez
Points +46
Good vegan choices - Edit
Good place for quick thai food
Read morePros: Fast service , Nice staff
Cons: Little expensive , Oily food , Rough area
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stevenjohnkern
Points +29
Excellent affordable vegan comfort food with abundant gluten-free options. - Edit
Got stranded in SLC, but fortunately, just a couple block away from this gem! Definitely eased my anxieties with the nachos, gf mac n cheese, fried brussels, and an ice cream Sunday. Left feeling grateful.
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MichaelTelesky
Points +1255
100% Plant Based - Edit
Entire menu is plant based. Every dish was delicious. The Reuben, tofu scramble and breakfast burrito. I had. A pancake just for good measure and it was amazing.
Read morePros: 100% vegan , Great vibe , Outdoor patio seating
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thesimplesprinkle
Points +107
My favorite place to get breakfast! - Edit
This is honestly my vegan favorite place to get breakfast in Salt Lake! They have a fabulous menu and everything is super delicious. I love taking my friends and family there, and everybody can always find something here.
Read moreIn addition to their breakfast items they have lots of lunch, dinner and even dessert options! They also started late hours now, which is so fun.
Pros: All vegan, Crazy delicious, Breakfast, Burgers and more
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JohnFalb
Points +189
Creative menu and a proper diner - Edit
The biscuits and gravy are my favorite for breakfast.
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PikabooPixels
Points +45
Diner my shiny, shiny love - Edit
If you're looking for a plant-based place to chill and talk in a classic diner setting, this is totally for you. The vibe was so chill and casual, and the staff is so nice and patient.
Read moreMy husband absolutely loved the banana pancakes I ordered--they were perfectly moist, evenly crispy around the edges. The bananas were fresh and rich, placed just right in the batter, and the portion size was perfect. I loved the bombastic combo he got, too--the biscuits and gravy were so well seasoned, and the herbs on the sauzage makes me wanna go back. The tofu scramble was delish, and while I wasn't prepared for the potatoes to be spicy, wow were they good and cooked so perfectly. I kept wanting to eat past the sting. They were crispy on the outside and nicely done on the inside.
The prices were on par with places like iHOP, Denny's, and cheaper than Black Bear. The portions are just enough, and they don't mess around with their appetizers, either. Leave room for dessert--the tiramisu is to die for. From the nachos to the pancakes, it all heated up very well in their take home boxes and we enjoyed it the afternoon after. So, so good.
I'd love to take my friends there for a morning of breakfast, coffee and bullshit. I can't wait to go back.
Pros: Very chill atmosphere, Fantastic diner-style food, Very nice staff
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