Sugar House Station is a gathering space and a haven for food enthusiasts, craft beer aficionados, and cocktail connoisseurs alike. As the first and only food and bar hall in Utah, Sugar House Station isn’t just a place to grab a bite—it’s a microcosm of culture and flavor, where locals and visitors come together to savor more than just food. In July, Sugar House Station obtained dual licensing, allowing it to operate the Publik Coffee space and the outdoor patio for all ages with a full-service restaurant license as well.
"Most food halls have brands that haven't existed before or are food trucks; ours are all local brands," said Scott Evans, operating partner for Pago Restaurant Group. "In addition, half of the hall space is a bar; to my knowledge, it is the first, definitely for Utah. At Casot, my vision here is to offer the most sparkling wines by glass in the state."
Taking up some of that large bar space are Sugar House Distillery and Waterpocket Distillery. Having a place where people can enjoy a cocktail with their spirits is a great advantage, especially since they only have a tasting room.
"Being part of this, especially with Scott, has been great," said James Fowler, founder of Sugar House Distillery. "It is nice to be able to send people who are doing a tasting up to Sugar House Station to have them taste cocktails. I really wanted to hit the classics on the menu."
A Mashup of Flavors Under One Roof
Walking into the expansive venue, you’re met with the welcoming hum of chatter, the clinking of glasses, and the unmistakable aroma of meals being expertly prepared. With ten local businesses as tenants, each specializing in a distinct cuisine or beverage, this unique food hall offers something for every craving.
Craving a hearty chicken sandwich. Head to the Birdhouse and try the Malibu Barbie. Feeling a delicious burger? Try the Proper Style burger with zucchini pickles at Proper Brewing. Meeting some friends after work for a cocktail? Belly up to the center bar and order a classic Boilermaker Old Fashion with Sugar House spirits. There are three ways to enjoy offerings at Sugar House Station: traditional reservations with table service, table QR codes or ordering directly from the individual kiosks and having it delivered to your table.
"Having our brand represented in a food hall has helped introduce Proper to people who may not have visited one of our other locations yet," said Jeffrey Springer, director of operations, Proper Brewing Co. "Food halls attract a variety of guests, so it’s a great way to broaden our awareness and recognition. With that said, our standalone locations are where the full Proper experience comes to life - the food, the beer, the hospitality, and the culture we’ve built. The food hall presence really complements that by acting as an entry point to the brand, while our brewpubs remain the heart of what we do."
Other local flavors at Sugar House Station include Canella's, Greek Tyrant by Aristo, Santo Taco, and Pizza Bar.
Events happen several times a week, including live music performances and weekly wine tastings, so there’s always something exciting to enjoy. It’s the perfect place to unwind, connect with friends, and immerse yourself in local culture.
"I was excited to have some of the older brands that were a part of Salt Lake City involved with this. It goes back to what we do at Sugar House Distillery, making everything from scratch. They have put so many years into their restaurants, doing it the right way."- James Fowler