Greek-inspired Tapas and a Surprise Starring Role by the Sun Manoli's is the kind of place that makes you feel like you've taken a quick trip to the Mediterranean--without leaving Salt Lake. The building itself is stunning, and the interior matches: bright, white, clean lines, and when the light's just right, it's like dining inside a dreamy Instagram filter. (When the light's not just right, well... we'll get to that.) We had a reservation (highly recommend for a Wednesday--it was hopping), and were seated right away. The vibe was lively but not chaotic, with a beautiful crowd and an equally beautiful menu. We kicked things off with a Bombay Sapphire martini for me and a Syrah for my other half. His wine was so good, he ended up ordering a second--always a good sign. We shared a round of small plates, including: * Dolmades (stuffed grape leaves--classic and solid) * Krytharaki (orzo with a satisfying bite) * Paidakia (Greek riblets--10/10, absolutely incredible) * Keftedes (meatballs in a cinnamon tomato sauce--spiced just right) * Pita and Olives (totally crave-worthy) Everything came out looking like it belonged in a food magazine and tasted even better. The riblets were tender and flavorful, and the meatballs had this cozy, unexpected spice that made them stand out. Truly, a fantastic lineup. Our server was kind and attentive--she made us feel welcome, even while clearly working the sunset dinner rush and managing several sizable tables like a pro. Now, about that sunset. We were sat at a two-top against the wall with a giant mirror. Lovely in theory--until the sun began to set, hit the mirror, and bounced a laser beam of light directly into my eyes. Thankfully, I had sunglasses. My partner had to bob and weave to stay in my shadow so the sun wouldn't glare at him. But it made for great conversation as we avoided it the light. Manoli's delivers a gorgeous space, warm service, and absolutely delicious food. Just beware of the spotlight-stealing sun near sunset. We'll definitely be back.

Incredible service, truly amazing dishes, great ambiance. What more could you want? Lots of vegetarian options that were quite complex and flavorful.

From the moment you step inside, the warm, inviting atmosphere transports you straight to the Mediterranean. The scent of sizzling lamb, fresh herbs, and grilled halloumi fills the air, teasing your taste buds before you even sit down. Every bite was pure magic. We started with the stuffed peppers--wow. Then the Brussels and kale salad was spectacular. But the real showstopper? The roasted kabob with mash. The ice cream was a perfect finish. The service was just as outstanding as the food--warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about cuisine, Alexis was a joy. This wasn't just a meal; it was an experience. If you love food, flavor, and a little bit of culinary magic, this place is an absolute must. I'll be dreaming about this meal for weeks!

Went to Manoli's for brunch with a friend and it did not disappoint! We did make a reservation just in case it got busy, on a Sunday morning. Stunning restaurant, every detail is thought through. A bit chilly inside so keep that in mind but overall great experience. My friend ordered the seasonal toast, we shared the yogurt parfait, and I ordered the eggs Benedict, we also got herbal tea to drink. Limited coffee options, but the local herbal tea was pleasant. - Yogurt Parfait 6/5: that yogurt is out of this world! We had fresh pomegranate seeds, granola, and a drizzle of honey on it (seasonal). Literally still dreaming about it. - Toast 5/5: great flavor, large piece of bread with a yummy seasonal apple butter but probably not filling enough alone. - Eggs Benedict 4/5: nothing special but definitely delicious. The house potatoes were amazing, lots of flavor and spices.

I was around the area looking for brunch, and this place caught my attention. The name of the restaurant sounded very Italian, but it's actually Greek, Mediterranean food. I got biscuits and gravy and vegetarian polenta cake. These two plates were so delicious. The biscuits and gravy was not that typical biscuits and gravy I try in other restaurants; this one had a very unique and very Mediterranean taste, which was really delicious and fulfilling. The polenta had a very Mediterranean taste and was creamy. We also tried the Greek toast, which was really good. Great coffee choices too. Such a really nice place and great customer.

We celebrated birthday here. Particularly liked their sea food plates. Grilled octopus and crab cake are very good. Also liked their seasonal special main courses of seafood with a white wine broth (a bit salty) and spinach dumplings. Appetizers wise, i liked Tyropita. The server seems not as friendly though.

Manoli's is an awesome place for date night. The menu is full of delicious options and there are many shareable small plates. My boyfriend and I got to try a large variety of dishes to share, before ordering entrees. We sat at the chef's counter and while it was cool, it felt like we were being forgotten by the wait staff most of the time, and our food ended up taking forever, which takes off 1/2 a star. The meal took a much longer time than anticipated and we were both very tired by the time we finished dinner. The food itself was very yummy, but rather oily and made me feel a little overwhelmed by the oiliness after (indigestion, etc.) and that is another 1/2 star being taken off. I did like that there were many different protein options (various kinds of seafood, lamb, beef, etc.) and all the food was very well seasoned. The prices were a bit steep but we came to celebrate a special occasion, so it felt worth it. All in all, I would come back, but only once a year or so because it was expensive and oily.

Food quality: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Mouthwatering, deliciousness. I wouldn't have changed a thing for my first visit to Manoli's! Everything was fantastic from the moment I walked in, to the time I sat down at the Chef's Table, to the time I finished my meal. The staff was very nice and welcoming, the atmosphere felt like a fine dining establishment, but with reasonable pricing. The chefs were so amazing to watch and see how quickly they move through the kitchen and how fast paced everything happens in the background. We watched all of our food get prepared, plated and served before our eyes and it's definitely not something you see everyday. Everything we had was delicious and I can't wait to go back to try more of the menu!

This was easily a 5 star experience. I highly recommend stopping in to dine here. I was able to make a reservation at the chefs table, which is a bar seat where you watch the chefs preparing nearly every dish. It's incredible to watch them cook in this open kitchen as you can feel the heat from the stove and watch how quickly they move just to get each order out. The meal itself was delicious, I had a number of different dishes and each was well crafted and the entire dinner was pretty reasonably priced. The lamb burger was probably my favorite, but i would have been happy with any of the menu items.

It may be that I haven't had a GNO in months, or more likely this place is just everything I needed in a night out. Fabulous service, lovely seating and lighting, seemingly endless Diet Coke but more than that the rich, fresh and delicious food. Every dish was better than I'd hoped. We ordered several small plates and shared, filling our bellies with all the best things. Do yourself a favor and get the cheesy goodness that is Krytharaki, loved the Tyropita, licked our plates with the Saganaki, even the potato side with red pepper feta was amazing. Don't forget to save room for the loukoumades. We will be back soon so we can try some of the main dishes too!