Salt Lake City’s culinary community has plenty to celebrate this week, with two local restaurants earning well-deserved recognition that puts the city’s dining scene on the national map.

Koyote, a Salt Lake City restaurant, has been named to the prestigious MICHELIN Guide — one of the most coveted distinctions in the culinary world. The MICHELIN Guide is known globally for spotlighting restaurants that deliver exceptional quality and memorable dining experiences, and Koyote’s inclusion signals that Salt Lake City continues to punch above its weight as a food destination.

Meanwhile, Pat’s BBQ is drawing fresh attention as Salt Lake City’s award-winning barbecue destination. The restaurant, highlighted by Only In Your State, has built a devoted following and a growing collection of accolades that cement its reputation as a beloved local institution and a must-visit spot for barbecue lovers near and far.

Together, these two recognitions reflect a broader story of a city whose restaurant community is thriving. Whether it’s the refined culinary artistry earning Michelin notice or the smoky, soulful craft of championship barbecue, Salt Lake City’s chefs and restaurateurs are making their mark — and giving residents and visitors even more reasons to pull up a chair and dig in.

Sources: MICHELIN Guide, Only In Your State